Rosehill
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Rosehill, NSW 2142.
About Rosehill
Welcome to Rosehill
Rosehill sits on the western edge of Sydney's Parramatta precinct, a compact residential pocket best known to many as the home of Rosehill Gardens Racecourse. Bordered by Granville, Harris Park, Holroyd, Merrylands and Parramatta itself, it occupies a genuinely central spot in the Sydney basin, with the Parramatta CBD only a short trip away and the wider city accessible via train and river.
With a population of just over 4,000 and a median age of 32, Rosehill has the feel of a young, transitional suburb — a mix of long-term locals and renters or first-home buyers drawn by its unit-heavy housing stock and its proximity to Parramatta's jobs, shops and transport. It suits people who want city-fringe convenience without inner-Sydney prices, and who don't mind a suburb that's still finding its own identity alongside its larger, more established neighbours.
Lifestyle & dining
Rosehill's own café and retail strip is modest, and most residents naturally gravitate to Harris Park and Parramatta for their day-to-day dining and socialising. Harris Park's Wigram Street is one of Sydney's best-known strips for South Asian cuisine, while Parramatta's Eat Street and the riverside precinct around Parramatta Square offer everything from casual eateries to bars and larger restaurants. Rosehill Gardens Racecourse also gives the suburb its own occasional buzz, with race days and events drawing crowds from across Sydney and giving locals a genuine point of local pride.
Shopping
For everyday shopping, Rosehill residents lean on the retail strips of neighbouring Granville and Merrylands as well as the much larger Westfield Parramatta, one of Sydney's major shopping centres, just a few minutes away. This gives locals a good balance of small grocers and specialty stores close to home with full-scale retail, dining and entertainment options within easy reach.
Getting around
Rosehill railway station, on the Carlingford line, sits within the suburb and connects locals through to Clyde for onward services, making Parramatta, Sydney's CBD and the wider rail network accessible without a car. Bus routes link Rosehill to Granville, Harris Park and Parramatta, and the M4 Motorway is close enough to make driving into the city or out towards Sydney's west a straightforward option. Ferries also run from nearby Parramatta wharf along the Parramatta River, adding a scenic alternative for commuters heading towards the city.
Schools & families
Rosehill Public School serves the local area and is a natural hub for younger families in the suburb. Given Rosehill's compact size, many families also look to the broader network of primary and secondary schools in Parramatta, Harris Park and Granville, which between them offer a wide range of public and independent options within a short drive or bus trip.
Housing & architecture
Rosehill's housing stock is overwhelmingly geared towards units and apartments, which make up 78% of current listings, reflecting the suburb's proximity to Parramatta and its appeal to renters and investors. Houses account for a smaller 15% share, with townhouses at 5% and other dwelling types making up the remaining 3%. This mix means the suburb's streetscape is dominated by low- and mid-rise apartment blocks rather than traditional freestanding homes, giving it a denser, more urban feel than some of its neighbours.
The property market
The median unit and apartment price in Rosehill currently sits at $550,000, positioning it as an accessible entry point into a suburb that borders Parramatta's rapidly growing CBD. Given that apartments and units dominate the listings, this figure is a reasonably reliable guide to the broader market here, and it's likely to appeal to first-home buyers and investors priced out of units closer to Parramatta's centre or in more established pockets like Harris Park. With Parramatta's continued growth as Sydney's second CBD, Rosehill's affordability and transport links make it a suburb worth watching for those focused on long-term capital growth potential rather than immediate lifestyle amenity.
Market snapshot
Rosehill property market
Median sale price
$550k
Unit · 2 bed
Median rent
$630
per week
Gross rental yield
6.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$460k
Median
$550k
Premium
$607k
Days on market
30
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
57
Median sold price trend · Unit 2 bed
Compound growth +2.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · Unit
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Rosehill by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Rosehill, NSW 2142.
Population
4,047
residents (2021)
Median age
32
years
Household income
$1,763
median, per week
Median rent
$390
per week
Median mortgage
$1,997
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Rosehill
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Rosehill
$1.42m
51 Eleanor Street
Sold ~July 2026
$485k
14/10 Prospect Street
Sold ~July 2026
$440k
10/102-108 James Ruse Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$574k
13/9-11 Weston Street
Sold ~July 2026
$680k
8/1-9 Eleanor Street
Sold ~June 2026
$680k
12 Cavers Lane
Sold ~June 2026
$850k
39/8 Hope Street
Sold ~June 2026
$550k
15/88 James Ruse Drive
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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Rosehill suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Rosehill?
The median unit price in Rosehill, NSW is $550k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 3.8%.
How much is rent in Rosehill?
The median weekly rent in Rosehill is around $630 per week.
Is Rosehill a good place to live?
Rosehill is a suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Rosehill is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 4,047 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Rosehill?
Rosehill has a population of 4,047 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 32.
What schools are in Rosehill?
There is 1 school in or near Rosehill, including Rosehill Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Rosehill?
Properties in Rosehill take around 30 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Rosehill?
Entry-level properties in Rosehill start around $460k, while premium homes reach $607k.
What suburbs are near Rosehill?
Suburbs near Rosehill include Granville, Harris Park, Holroyd, Merrylands and Parramatta.
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