Average rent in Rose Bay - Vaucluse - Watsons Bay, NSW — 2026

Rose Bay - Vaucluse - Watsons Bay is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $713/week, around 68% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 69% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (46%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 6km from Sydney, with a population of around 11,924 and a median age of 44. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.