Riverstone, NSW 2441
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $490/wk Median
- 33.8% Renters
Riverstone Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.8k
- Median age
- 32
- Median weekly rent
- $490
- To the CBD
- 39.4km
- Walkability
- 6.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Riverstone Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
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
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Riverstone for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 33.8% of the suburb's 13,844 residents rent.
Around Riverstone
Riverstone Plaza
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Riverstone Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Riverstone
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Riverstone
Real questions renters ask before moving to Riverstone.
Is Riverstone walkable?
Riverstone carries a walkability score of 6.1/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is Riverstone family-friendly for renters?
Riverstone has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $490/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Sydney.
How much does it cost to rent in Riverstone?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Riverstone is $490. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $490 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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