North Sydney
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for North Sydney, NSW 2060.
About North Sydney
Welcome to North Sydney
North Sydney sits directly across the Harbour Bridge from the CBD, close enough that the city skyline forms part of the daily backdrop rather than a distant view. As one of Sydney's major commercial centres in its own right, it has long attracted office workers by day and, increasingly, residents who want harbour-city living without actually living in the city.
This is a suburb of high-rise apartments, harbourside walking tracks and a genuine mix of corporate energy and quieter residential pockets. With a population of just under 9,000 and a median age of 36, North Sydney suits professionals, downsizers and investors drawn to its position between the harbour, Crows Nest's cafe strip and the leafy streets of Waverton and Wollstonecraft.
Lifestyle & dining
North Sydney's food and coffee scene has grown well beyond the office-lunch crowd that once defined it. Miller Street and the streets around the CBD core have a steady supply of cafes, bars and restaurants catering to workers during the week and locals on weekends, while nearby Crows Nest and Neutral Bay pick up the slack with denser, more destination-driven dining strips just a short walk or bus ride away. The harbour foreshore, including Bradfield Park and the walk out to Blues Point, gives residents a genuine sense of space and water views that most inner-city suburbs can't match.
Getting around
Few Sydney suburbs are as well served by transport as North Sydney. North Sydney train station sits on the North Shore line with a direct run into the CBD in only a few minutes, and the suburb is also a major bus interchange for services heading to the northern suburbs, the Northern Beaches and across the bridge. For those who prefer to walk or cycle, the harbour foreshore path and the pedestrian and cycle lanes on the Harbour Bridge make the trip into the city a genuinely pleasant option rather than just a commute.
Schools & families
While North Sydney's apartment-heavy housing stock skews it towards professionals and couples, there's a strong stable of schools in and around the suburb for families who do settle here. Wenona School and SHORE (Sydney Church of England Grammar School) are both long-established North Sydney institutions, while Reddam House North Shore, Marist Catholic College North Shore and the Cameragal Montessori School add further choice across the primary and secondary years. Their presence also underpins demand from families wanting to buy locally rather than commute in for schooling.
Housing & architecture
The numbers tell the story here: 86% of current listings are apartments or units, with houses, townhouses and other dwelling types each making up only a small slice of the market. Building stock ranges from older 1960s and 1970s brick blocks to newer glass towers near the station and commercial core, giving buyers a genuine spread of price points and styles within the one suburb. Houses do exist, mostly on the quieter fringes toward Waverton and Wollstonecraft, but they're the exception rather than the rule.
The property market
North Sydney's median house price sits at $3.05 million, reflecting just how scarce standalone houses are here, while the median unit price of $770,000 is far more representative of what most buyers are actually purchasing. House prices have risen 7.1% recently, a solid result for a market this established, and median rent of $1,375 a week points to consistently strong demand from tenants who want proximity to the CBD without the CBD price tag or postcode.
Parks & recreation
Green space is one of North Sydney's underrated strengths. Bradfield Park offers uninterrupted harbour and bridge views, North Sydney Olympic Pool is a genuine landmark for lap swimmers and sunbathers alike, and the network of harbourside paths connects through to Wollstonecraft and Waverton for longer walks or rides. It's the kind of recreational access that's hard to find this close to a major CBD anywhere else in Australia.
Market snapshot
North Sydney property market
Median sale price
$3.05m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$1,375
per week
Gross rental yield
2.3%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.77m
Median
$3.05m
Premium
$6.38m
Days on market
—
Auction clearance
71%
Sold this year
24
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +2.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in North Sydney by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for North Sydney, NSW 2060.
Population
8,964
residents (2021)
Median age
36
years
Household income
$2,405
median, per week
Median rent
$575
per week
Median mortgage
$2,817
per month
Mortgage / income
27%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in North Sydney
Independent & Catholic schools
Reddam House North Shore
Cameragal Montessori School, North Sydney Campus
SHORE - Sydney Church of England Preparatory School, North Sydney
Recent results
Recently sold in North Sydney
$735k
704/22 Doris Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.43m
2508/79-81 Berry Street
Sold ~July 2026
$590k
67/52 High Street
Sold ~July 2026
$2.02m
4/140 High Street
Sold ~July 2026
$790k
2403/79-81 Berry Street
Sold ~July 2026
$430k
21/52 High Street
Sold ~July 2026
$810k
1110/225 Pacific Highway
Sold ~June 2026
$3.80m
1509/79-81 Berry Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
North Sydney suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in North Sydney?
The median unit price in North Sydney, NSW is $770k for a 1-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 3.8%.
How much is rent in North Sydney?
The median weekly rent in North Sydney is around $750 per week.
Is North Sydney a good place to live?
North Sydney is a suburb and commercial district on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, and is the administrative centre for the local government area of North Sydney Council. North Sydney is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 8,964 and 8 schools in the area.
What is the population of North Sydney?
North Sydney has a population of 8,964 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 36.
What schools are in North Sydney?
There are 8 schools in or near North Sydney, including Marist Catholic College North Shore, Reddam House North Shore and Wenona School.
How long do homes take to sell in North Sydney?
Properties in North Sydney take around 43 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 71%.
How much do you need to buy in North Sydney?
Entry-level properties in North Sydney start around $500k, while premium homes reach $1.12m.
What suburbs are near North Sydney?
Suburbs near North Sydney include Waverton, Wollstonecraft, Nest, Crows Nest and Neutral Bay.
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