Sydney’s harbourside and inner-west markets continue to show varied performance across price points and housing types. While some suburbs are demonstrating extremely fast turnover and strong vendor premiums, others are reflecting longer selling cycles and selective buyer engagement. Overall, well-priced stock continues to transact efficiently in tightly held pockets.
Market Summary – Last 60 Days
- Fastest Selling: Lilyfield (7.53 days)
- Strongest Vendor Premium: Lilyfield (+4.52%)
- Highest Listing Volume: Neutral Bay (84 listings)
- Largest Rental Market: Neutral Bay (222 listings)
- Slowest Turnover: Kirribilli (63.91 days)
What This Means for Buyers
“Sydney’s inner-west and lower north-shore markets remain competitive, particularly in suburbs such as Lilyfield and Leichhardt, where rapid turnover and vendor premiums signal strong buyer confidence. High-rental-supply areas like Neutral Bay and Dulwich Hill continue to provide opportunities for investors, while boutique markets such as Kirribilli and Clovelly remain tightly held with infrequent opportunities.
Overall, well-prepared buyers who understand suburb-level dynamics remain best positioned to secure quality assets in these competitive markets.”
Clovelly, NSW 2031
- New Sale Listings: 22
- Average Days on Market: 22.92
- Vendor Discount: 0.00%,
- Recently Advised Sales: 7
- Withdrawn Listings: 14,
- Total Rental Listings: 49
Key Insights:
Clovelly remains a tightly held coastal enclave with limited supply and steady buyer interest.
The suburb continues to appeal to lifestyle-driven buyers seeking proximity to beaches and strong long-term capital growth fundamentals.
Kirribilli, NSW 2061
- New Sale Listings: 3
- Average Days on Market: 63.91
- Vendor Discount: 0.00%
- Recently Advised Sales: 1
- Withdrawn Listings: 3
- Total Rental Listings: 27
Key Insights:
Kirribilli remains an ultra-boutique market with very limited new supply. Low transaction volumes highlight Kirribilli’s tightly held nature, where opportunities are scarce and buyer competition is typically concentrated on premium offerings.
Neutral Bay, NSW 2089
- New Sale Listings: 84
- Average Days on Market: 38.68
- Vendor Premium: +0.83%
- Recently Advised Sales: 17
- Withdrawn Listings: 81
- Total Rental Listings: 222
Key Insights:
Neutral Bay continues to operate as a high-volume lower north shore market with steady demand across apartments and family homes. The suburb’s rental depth and strong lifestyle appeal continue to underpin investor interest, particularly in well-positioned apartment stock.
Leichhardt, NSW 2040
- New Sale Listings: 74
- Average Days on Market: 15.02
- Vendor Premium: +1.21%
- Recently Advised Sales: 29
- Withdrawn Listings: 80
- Total Rental Listings: 197
Key Insights:
Leichhardt stands out as one of the strongest-performing suburbs in this group. The suburb’s rapid selling timeframe signals strong buyer competition, particularly for renovated terraces and family homes.
Lilyfield, NSW 2040
- New Sale Listings: 28
- Average Days on Market: 7.53
- Vendor Premium: +4.52%
- Recently Advised Sales: 11
- Withdrawn Listings: 18
- Total Rental Listings: 49
Key Insights:
Lilyfield recorded the fastest turnover in this dataset and one of the strongest pricing outcomes. This performance highlights strong demand for well-located inner-west homes close to transport and lifestyle amenity.
Dulwich Hill, NSW 2203
- New Sale Listings: 61
- Average Days on Market: 25.61
- Vendor Premium: +3.14%
- Recently Advised Sales: 16
- Withdrawn Listings: 69
- Total Rental Listings: 170
Key Insights:
Dulwich Hill continues to demonstrate steady activity supported by growing buyer interest in the inner-west corridor. The suburb remains attractive to both first-home buyers and investors seeking relative value within close proximity to the CBD.
Summary of February Insights
Sydney’s inner-west and harbourside markets continue to show resilient conditions, with tightly held suburbs such as Lilyfield, Leichhardt, Kirribilli and Clovelly recording swift turnover, firm pricing outcomes and concentrated buyer interest. High-volume hubs like Neutral Bay and Dulwich Hill are offering both investors and owner-occupiers solid opportunities, supported by deep rental markets and consistent demand for quality, well-located homes. With standout results in Lilyfield and Leichhardt signalling strong competition for renovated terraces and family residences, well-prepared, data-driven buyers who understand suburb-level dynamics remain best placed to secure long-term assets in these competitive Sydney pockets.
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