Marrickville - South, NSW 2172
Close to everything Sydney offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $450/wk Median
- 48.8% Renters
Marrickville - South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.3k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 7.5km
- Walkability
- 8.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Marrickville - South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
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
City Fringe
Renters land in Marrickville - South for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 48.8% of the suburb's 14,283 residents rent.
Around Marrickville - South
Marrickville - South Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Marrickville - South Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Marrickville - South
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Marrickville - South
Real questions renters ask before moving to Marrickville - South.
How far is Marrickville - South from the Sydney CBD?
Marrickville - South is approximately 8km from the Sydney CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Marrickville - South a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Marrickville - South has a 48.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
What's the community like in Marrickville - South?
Locals describe Marrickville - South as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 14,283, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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