Botany, NSW 2190
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $550/wk Median
- 37.3% Renters
Botany Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $550
- To the CBD
- 9km
- Walkability
- 8.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Botany Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Renters land in Botany for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 37.3% of the suburb's 12,960 residents rent.
Around Botany
Botany Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Botany Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Botany
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Botany
Real questions renters ask before moving to Botany.
How far is Botany from the Sydney CBD?
Botany is approximately 9km from the Sydney CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Botany family-friendly for renters?
Botany has around 8 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $550/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Sydney.
How much does it cost to rent in Botany?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Botany is $550. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $550 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Botany?
Botany has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 12,960, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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