Average rent in St Ives, NSW — 2026

St Ives sits in the Ku-ring-gai local government area, 17km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 21,665 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $700/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 15% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$700/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
21,665

ABS 2021

Median age
43
Distance to Sydney
17 km
Households renting
15%
Separate houses
70%
Flats / apartments
23%
Born overseas
48%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Ku-ring-gai

Renting in St Ives

St Ives is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $700/week, around 65% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 83% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (70%) 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 17km from Sydney, with a population of around 21,665 and a median age of 43. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in St Ives?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in St Ives, NSW was $700. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does St Ives rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while St Ives came in at $700 — 65% above. St Ives sits 17km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 70% separate houses and 23% flats).
Which suburbs near St Ives have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than St Ives's $700/week (ABS 2021) include Balgowlah - Clontarf - Seaforth, Cherrybrook, Castle Hill - West. North Narrabeen - Warriewood (South), Rose Bay - Vaucluse - Watsons Bay, Forestville - Killarney Heights sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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