Maroubra - West, NSW 2052
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $550/wk Median
- 41.9% Renters
Maroubra - West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.8k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $550
- To the CBD
- 8.7km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Maroubra - West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
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
Maroubra - West is one of Sydney's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 9,846 residents, a substantial 41.9% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $550 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Maroubra - West
Maroubra - West Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Maroubra - West Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Maroubra - West
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Maroubra - West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Maroubra - West.
How much does it cost to rent in Maroubra - West?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Maroubra - West 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 Maroubra - West?
Locals describe Maroubra - West as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 9,846, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Maroubra - West a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Maroubra - West has a 41.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial 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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