Macquarie Park
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Macquarie Park, NSW 2113.
About Macquarie Park
Welcome to Macquarie Park
Macquarie Park sits around 14 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD, on the northern edge of Ryde and within easy reach of Marsfield, Epping, North Ryde, Denistone East and North Epping. Once known primarily as a business and technology precinct, it has grown into a genuine residential address, with high-rise apartment towers now sitting alongside corporate campuses, Macquarie University and one of the region's largest retail and business hubs.
With a population of just 11,071 and a median age of 31, it's a young, fast-turnover community made up largely of professionals, university students and postgraduates drawn by the mix of employment, study and transport links on its doorstep. It suits buyers and renters who want low-maintenance apartment living close to a major employment centre, rather than those chasing a traditional suburban house-and-garden lifestyle.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Macquarie Park revolves around a handful of large, well-planned precincts rather than a traditional high street. Macquarie Centre anchors much of the day-to-day activity, offering a broad spread of dining, cafes and entertainment alongside its retail tenants, while the surrounding business park brings a steady weekday buzz of office workers filling nearby food courts and casual eateries. The presence of Macquarie University adds a youthful, international flavour to the area, with a constant flow of students supporting cafes and quick-service dining options throughout the precinct.
Shopping
Macquarie Centre is the standout retail destination, one of Sydney's largest shopping centres, giving residents everyday convenience and specialty shopping without needing to leave the suburb. For those wanting a change of pace, the neighbouring centres of Epping and North Ryde offer additional shopping strips and grocery options, while Marsfield and Denistone East provide a quieter, more local alternative for day-to-day errands.
Getting around
Transport is one of Macquarie Park's strongest selling points. The suburb is served directly by Metro North West Line stations, including Macquarie Park and Macquarie University stations, giving residents a fast, frequent link into Chatswood and onward towards the Sydney CBD via connecting services. Bus routes thread through the business park and residential towers, connecting to Epping, North Ryde and Marsfield, while the nearby M2 Motorway makes driving to the CBD, the Hills District or Sydney's north shore straightforward for those who prefer to drive.
Schools & families
While Macquarie Park's population skews young and is dominated by apartment living, it is also home to specialist education providers, including the NextSense School's Sign Bilingual Program, Spoken Language Program and Blind Deafblind Program, which support students with hearing and vision needs. Families seeking mainstream schooling typically look to options in neighbouring Epping, Marsfield and North Ryde, with Macquarie University itself also drawing postgraduate and research families to the immediate area.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Macquarie Park is overwhelmingly vertical. Current listings show apartments and units make up 97% of the market, with houses at just 2% and townhouses around 1%, reflecting the suburb's transformation into a high-density, transit-oriented precinct. Buildings here tend to be contemporary mid- and high-rise developments, many built in conjunction with the area's tech and business park expansion, offering modern fittings, lift access and, in many cases, proximity to metro stations and university campuses.
The property market
The median unit and apartment price in Macquarie Park currently sits at $940,000, positioning the suburb as a solid mid-to-upper-tier apartment market within Sydney's north-west corridor. Given that apartments and units account for 97% of listings, this figure is a reliable read on the broader market rather than a niche segment, and it reflects strong underlying demand tied to Macquarie University, the business park's employment base and the metro line. Buyers and investors are typically drawn by rental demand from students and professionals, while the suburb's compact house and townhouse segment means detached or semi-detached buyers will find very limited stock to choose from.
Market snapshot
Macquarie Park property market
Median sale price
$940k
Unit · 2 bed
Median rent
$938
per week
Gross rental yield
5.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$700k
Median
$940k
Premium
$1.21m
Days on market
63
Auction clearance
65%
Sold this year
252
Median sold price trend · Unit 2 bed
Compound growth -0.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · Unit
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Macquarie Park by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Macquarie Park, NSW 2113.
Population
11,071
residents (2021)
Median age
31
years
Household income
$1,886
median, per week
Median rent
$460
per week
Median mortgage
$2,340
per month
Mortgage / income
29%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Macquarie Park
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Macquarie Park
$720k
11/4 Leisure Close
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
151/1-15 Fontenoy Road
Sold ~July 2026
$726k
C306/6 Saunders Close
Sold ~July 2026
$1.06m
4/37 Khartoum Road
Sold ~July 2026
$833k
16/40-42 Khartoum Road
Sold ~July 2026
$640k
1407/112 Talavera Road
Sold ~July 2026
$650k
910/27 Halifax Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.57m
84/116-118 Herring Road
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Macquarie Park suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Macquarie Park?
The median unit price in Macquarie Park, NSW is $940k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 1.1%.
How much is rent in Macquarie Park?
The median weekly rent in Macquarie Park is around $938 per week.
Is Macquarie Park a good place to live?
Macquarie Park is a suburb in the Northern Sydney region of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Macquarie Park is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 11,071 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Macquarie Park?
Macquarie Park has a population of 11,071 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 31.
What schools are in Macquarie Park?
There are 3 schools in or near Macquarie Park, including NextSense School - Sign Bilingual Program, NextSense School - Spoken Language Program and NextSense School - Blind Deafblind Program.
How long do homes take to sell in Macquarie Park?
Properties in Macquarie Park take around 63 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 65%.
How much do you need to buy in Macquarie Park?
Entry-level properties in Macquarie Park start around $700k, while premium homes reach $1.21m.
What suburbs are near Macquarie Park?
Suburbs near Macquarie Park include Marsfield, Epping, North Ryde, Denistone East and North Epping.
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