Bargo, NSW 2322
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $415/wk Median
- 15.8% Renters
Bargo Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 5.9k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $415
- To the CBD
- 72.8km
- Walkability
- 2.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Bargo Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Bargo is one of Sydney's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 5,934 residents, a smaller but steady 15.8% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $415 that puts it more affordable than the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Bargo
Bargo Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Bargo Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Bargo
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Bargo
Real questions renters ask before moving to Bargo.
How far is Bargo from the Sydney CBD?
Bargo is approximately 73km from the Sydney CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 83-98 minutes.
What's the community like in Bargo?
Locals describe Bargo as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 5,934, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Bargo walkable?
Bargo carries a walkability score of 2.3/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
Is Bargo a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Bargo has a 15.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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