Marrickville - North, NSW 2684
Inner-Sydney convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $550/wk Median
- 44.1% Renters
Marrickville - North Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.3k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $550
- To the CBD
- 6.1km
- Walkability
- 8.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Marrickville - North Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Marrickville - North is one of Sydney's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 12,317 residents, a substantial 44.1% 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 Marrickville - North
Marrickville - North Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Marrickville - North Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Marrickville - North
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Marrickville - North
Real questions renters ask before moving to Marrickville - North.
How much does it cost to rent in Marrickville - North?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Marrickville - North 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.
Is Marrickville - North a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Marrickville - North has a 44.1% 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.
Is Marrickville - North walkable?
Marrickville - North carries a walkability score of 8.3/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Marrickville - North family-friendly for renters?
Marrickville - North has around 6 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.
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