The Inner West is a melting pot of cultures and provides some of the most interesting gems Sydney has to offer. These gems include great people, great food, great houses and apartments, and that all important great community feel. Sydney’s Inner West region has plenty of character when compared to the ubiquitous picket fence of outer suburbia. Its density is higher and so is the energy, but that means that it has what suburbs want most - something for just about everyone.
The Inner West consists of approximately 54 suburbs, from Glebe across to Homebush and down to Tempe. As it covers such a large area, there is tremendous diversity between suburbs. Some continue to undergo gentrification and have plans for high rise apartments. On the other hand, those who like to preserve a small part of Australia's past (while still enjoying modern amenities) may enjoy areas that maintain their heritage listed properties and local village shops.
With so much variety available, you’d do well to engage one of our buyers’ agents to help you limit your search to areas that meet your specific needs. Buyers’ agents (also called buyers’ advocates) do all the research for you, so you don’t waste time travelling hither and yon, scouring the Inner West’s 54 suburbs to find that one perfect home.
Thanks to our contacts throughout Sydney’s real estate industry, we save you time and frustration in at least two other important ways.
We can recommend property managers who specialise in either residential or industrial property management, depending on your investment choice. Your property manager takes care of the essential and mundane tasks necessary to maintain a reputable and profitable rental property. This is so you don’t have to deal with tenants’ complaints and don’t have to worry about a maintenance schedule to keep your investment property in good nick. More importantly, you don’t have to worry about maintaining your property in accordance with the laws and regulations governing tenancies in New South Wales. This alone justifies the cost of professional property management.
We can also recommend registered financial service providers in Sydney and the greater New South Wales area. They can give you debt-saving advice about things like going the positive geared route instead of the positive cash flow route.
It’s worth noting that, given the fluid nature of the real estate market, especially across Australia’s states and territories, this kind of financial advice differs according to location. Make sure you hire a service provider who is familiar with the conditions unique to NSW in general and Sydney in particular.
Property market info for Inner West
The Inner West property market is often hotly contested and records the highest auction clearance rates in Sydney. The driving force behind this trend is the fierce competition between serious real estate investors and home buyers looking for their dream family home.
Your buyers’ agent will not only know when auctions with suitable homes will take place, but they will also help you navigate the bidding process, as it’s not uncommon for inexperienced buyers to get caught up in the excitement and bid beyond their budget for the first property that comes up.
The keys to the Inner West’s appeal are its proximity to Sydney’s CBD, relative affordability compared to the Eastern Suburbs, walkability, and café culture. The wide selection of beautiful period terraces, cottages, apartments and larger homes are also major drawcards. Many properties have been renovated over the years to give the area a modern feel; however, you can still find the odd original period home if you look hard enough.
Other value adding options for houses include adding a second level, utilising attic space or changing the floorplan to create a more desirable open plan layout with a lounge room opening up to the rear yard by adding a rear extension.
Property prices
The median house price in Sydney’s Inner West grew 22% to $2.1 million in 2021 according to Domain, however real estate prices vary significantly between suburbs. Around $2.25 million will buy you an average four-bedroom house in Marrickville, while you will need more than $3.2 million for a four-bedroom house in Haberfield and closer to $3.8 million in Birchgrove.
Apartments range from charming boutique Art Deco blocks and converted mansions to modern complexes and high rises with amenities such as pools, gyms, theatres and convenience stores at your doorstep.
Apartments in the Inner West tend to be more popular than houses. The reason simply is that they offer a relatively affordable entry point to the real estate market. Apartments also offer closer proximity to shops and public transport than houses, which makes them an attractive option for buyers who aren’t quite ready to make a more significant property investment.
In terms of price, two-bedroom apartments sell for around $800,000 in Ashfield while apartments in modern complexes and sought-after converted warehouses in Camperdown sell for upwards of $1.5 million.
It’s worth noting that prices for apartments and houses have increased as the market switches from favouring buyers to favouring vendors. This is another reason to engage one of Propertybuyers buyers’ advocates. They can skilfully negotiate with the vendor’s advocacy group to ensure you get the most favourable price.
Schools and Educational Facilities in Inner West
Many of Sydney’s top public and private schools are located in the Inner West. Some notable ones include Fort Street High School, PLC, Meriden School, MLC, International Grammar School, Santa Sabina College, Newington College, St Scholasticas’s College, and Burwood Girls High School. The list is not exhaustive, however, so parents can pick and choose neighbourhoods based on the type of education available.
The University of Sydney in Camperdown was ranked second in Australia by the Australian Research Council and the University of Technology Sydney in Ultimo was ranked first in Australia for Universities under 50 years old.
The wide range of top schools in Sydney, NSW, and Australia means that the area is not only attractive for families who want to put down roots in their chosen suburb, but also for those looking for residential property investment opportunities that cater to the family market.
Recreation and Other Amenities in Inner West
Most properties in the Inner West are positioned within walking distance of shops and transport links. There are numerous sporting ovals, gyms and fitness centres across the Inner West, so whether you want to play a game of soccer or visit a dog park, you won’t have to venture far from your house.
Much of the Inner West fronts onto Sydney Harbour, from there you’ll find many waterfront walking trails and parks to enjoy. In particular, the ‘Bay Run’ around Iron Cove and the extensive green space around Concord are popular with locals. Other large parks include Victoria Park (encompassing Victoria Park Pool) in Camperdown and the 40-hectare Sydney Park in St Peters.
Water sports are popular in summer and there are several sailing clubs where you can hire a yacht or kayak for the afternoon. Meanwhile, the Palace Theatre in Norton Street is popular on more dreary days.
Why choose our buyers’ agents?
The Inner West offers a variety of experiences and an equally diverse selection of houses and apartments for families and property investors.
Each of our buyers’ agents in greater New South Wales, and specifically Sydney, has specialised local knowledge of the communities in which they operate. Their specialisation can be further narrowed down to particular types of property, for example, commercial and industrial property, or exclusive prestige property and luxury mansions.
From expert advice in bidding at auctions to sourcing prime residential and commercial property investment opportunities and negotiating on your behalf to deliver the best price possible, our buyers’ agents in the Inner West area of Sydney go the extra mile to make the property purchasing process easy and stress-free.
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