Chippendale, NSW 2386
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $520/wk Median
- 76.0% Renters
Chippendale Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 7.8k
- Median age
- 28
- Median weekly rent
- $520
- To the CBD
- 2.1km
- Walkability
- 9.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Chippendale Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Chippendale is one of Sydney's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 7,803 residents, a clear majority 76.0% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $520 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Chippendale
Chippendale Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Chippendale Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Chippendale
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Chippendale
Real questions renters ask before moving to Chippendale.
Is Chippendale family-friendly for renters?
Chippendale has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $520/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Sydney.
How far is Chippendale from the Sydney CBD?
Chippendale is approximately 2km from the Sydney CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Chippendale?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Chippendale is $520. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $520 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Chippendale walkable?
Chippendale carries a walkability score of 9.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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