Rhodes, NSW 2149
Inner-Sydney convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $560/wk Median
- 59.2% Renters
Rhodes Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 11.5k
- Median age
- 32
- Median weekly rent
- $560
- To the CBD
- 12.1km
- Walkability
- 8.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Rhodes Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Rhodes is one of Sydney's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 11,453 residents, a clear majority 59.2% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $560 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Rhodes
Rhodes Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Rhodes Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Rhodes
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Rhodes
Real questions renters ask before moving to Rhodes.
Is Rhodes walkable?
Rhodes carries a walkability score of 8.8/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Rhodes a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Rhodes has a 59.2% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a clear majority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How far is Rhodes from the Sydney CBD?
Rhodes is approximately 12km from the Sydney CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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