Artarmon
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Artarmon, NSW 2064.
About Artarmon
Welcome to Artarmon
Artarmon sits on Sydney's lower North Shore, about seven kilometres from the CBD, wedged neatly between Chatswood and Willoughby with Lane Cove and the Cove precincts also close at hand. It's a suburb that manages to feel both leafy and practical — a place of Federation-era streets on the hill and a busy industrial and retail strip down near the station, all connected by one of the North Shore's most useful train lines.
With a population of around 9,400 and a median age of 37, Artarmon attracts a mix of young professionals, downsizers and families drawn to its proximity to the city, its access to Chatswood's shopping and schools, and a housing stock that still includes genuine character homes alongside a growing run of apartments and townhouses.
Lifestyle & dining
Artarmon's village centre, clustered around the station and Hampden Road, has a low-key, neighbourhood feel — cafes, a handful of long-standing restaurants and everyday services that locals actually use rather than a strip built for passing trade. It's unpretentious by North Shore standards, and that's very much part of its appeal.
For bigger nights out or a wider spread of restaurants and bars, Chatswood is only a few minutes away and covers most cravings, from Asian grocery halls to chain restaurants and cinemas, making Artarmon a quieter, more residential base with the busier stuff on its doorstep rather than in it.
Shopping
Day-to-day shopping is handled comfortably within Artarmon itself, with a supermarket, bakeries, specialty grocers and cafes around the village strip. It's the kind of shopping precinct where you can do a full errand run without a car.
For department stores, larger fashion retailers and the Westfield Chatswood complex, residents simply head next door to Chatswood, one of the North Shore's major retail hubs, or take a short trip further to Lane Cove for its own well-regarded village shopping strip.
Getting around
Transport is one of Artarmon's strongest cards. Artarmon station sits on the North Shore rail line, giving a fast, frequent run into the CBD and on to Chatswood, North Sydney and beyond, without the need to change trains for most city destinations.
The Pacific Highway runs through the suburb and the Gore Hill Freeway is close by, giving reasonable road access to the Harbour Bridge, the Warringah Freeway and northern Sydney generally, though like much of the lower North Shore, peak-hour traffic on the highway can be heavy.
Schools & families
Artarmon Public School anchors the suburb for local families and is a drawcard in its own right, drawing plenty of buyers with young children into the surrounding streets. The wider catchment area, including Chatswood and Willoughby, adds further primary and secondary options within an easy drive or bus trip.
With a median age of 37 and a solid share of family-sized townhouses and houses on the market, Artarmon continues to appeal to households wanting proximity to the city without giving up a settled, community feel.
Housing & architecture
Artarmon's housing stock is genuinely varied. Up on the ridge, Federation and interwar houses with generous blocks and established gardens give parts of the suburb a distinctly heritage character, while closer to the station and the light-industrial zone, apartment buildings and newer townhouse developments have reshaped the streetscape over recent decades.
That mix shows up clearly in current listings, where apartments and units make up 61% of stock, townhouses another 20%, and standalone houses the remaining 20% — a reminder that buyers have real choice here between low-maintenance unit living and larger family homes.
The property market
Artarmon's median house price currently sits at $3.60 million, reflecting the premium attached to its larger blocks and North Shore address, while units and apartments offer a considerably more accessible entry point at a median of $1.06 million. Median rent across the suburb is $1,750 a week, underlining strong ongoing demand from tenants drawn to the transport links and schooling.
House prices have eased slightly of late, down 0.2% recently, suggesting a market that has cooled from its peak rather than one in retreat — consistent with a well-established, low-turnover suburb where buyers are patient and stock, particularly houses, remains limited. With apartments dominating current listings, much of the immediate buying activity is likely to centre on unit and townhouse stock rather than the more tightly held houses on the hill.
Market snapshot
Artarmon property market
Median sale price
$3.60m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$1,750
per week
Gross rental yield
2.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$2.10m
Median
$3.60m
Premium
$5.11m
Days on market
—
Auction clearance
75%
Sold this year
19
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth -1.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Artarmon by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Artarmon, NSW 2064.
Population
9,417
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$2,420
median, per week
Median rent
$525
per week
Median mortgage
$2,772
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Artarmon
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Artarmon
$970k
158/421-473 Pacific Highway
Sold ~July 2026
$800k
2/5 Broughton Road
Sold ~July 2026
$740k
8/11 Hampden Road
Sold ~June 2026
$1.05m
28 Robert Street
Sold ~June 2026
$800k
2211/9 Eric Road
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
Explore the area
Properties & amenities in Artarmon
Compare the area
Price map around Artarmon
Every listing for sale near Artarmon, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
Loading price map…
Nearby suburbs
Quick switch to nearby areas
Common questions
Artarmon suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Artarmon?
The median unit price in Artarmon, NSW is $1.06m for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 5.8%.
How much is rent in Artarmon?
The median weekly rent in Artarmon is around $780 per week.
Is Artarmon a good place to live?
Artarmon is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 9,417 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Artarmon?
Artarmon has a population of 9,417 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
What schools are in Artarmon?
There is 1 school in or near Artarmon, including Artarmon Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Artarmon?
Properties in Artarmon take around 50 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 69%.
How much do you need to buy in Artarmon?
Entry-level properties in Artarmon start around $835k, while premium homes reach $1.32m.
What suburbs are near Artarmon?
Suburbs near Artarmon include Chatswood, Cove, Cove North, Willoughby and Lane Cove.
Fresh to market
New this week in Artarmon
Spacious apartment close to the village and rail
Contemporary Townhouse with Expansive Outdoor Space, Walk to Rail Convenience
Available now
Properties in Artarmon
Spacious apartment close to the village and rail
Refined single level living with timeless character appeal
Refined Period Classic and Contemporary Design in Premier School Catchment!
BIG 84SQM 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT PERFECT NORTH FACING ASPECT
Light and airy top-floor retreat with a leafy north aspect
HUGE 1 BEDDER IN PRIME LOCATION & WITH LOCK-UP GARAGE!
Spacious and sunlit apartment with resort lifestyle
Sunlit top-floor haven with prized north aspect (Entry and Access via Thompson Avenue) *Auction Postponed to 25th July*
Entertainers' home immersed in a picturesque garden setting
Best Offers Prior To 31 July One of Artarmon's Most Exciting Value-Add Opportunities
