The latest CoreLogic data indicates Sydney’s established inner-city, eastern suburbs and lower north shore markets continue to demonstrate resilience, supported by strong long-term demand and limited housing supply. While buyers remain active, the market has become increasingly measured, with purchasing decisions taking longer in some locations as buyers carefully assess value and vendors remain disciplined on pricing.
Across the six suburbs analysed, 256 new sale listings were recorded over the past 60 days, reflecting healthy market activity across some of Sydney’s most tightly held residential locations. Selling timeframes vary considerably between suburbs, ranging from just over one month in Stanmore to more than ten weeks in Vaucluse. Vendor discounting generally remains modest, while elevated withdrawal activity in several markets suggests many owners are prepared to wait for the right buyer rather than compromise on price.
For buyers, the current environment continues to reward thorough research, patience and suburb-specific knowledge, with market conditions varying considerably across individual locations.
Market Summary – Last 60 Days
- New Listings: 256
- Total Advised Sales: 168
- Withdrawn Listings: 402
- Rental Listings: 1,152
Standout Metrics:
- Highest Listing Volume: Randwick (84 listings)
- Shortest Average Selling Period: Stanmore (33.55 days)
- Longest Average Selling Period: Vaucluse (72.37 days)
- Strongest Pricing Performance: Randwick (+1.10% average vendor premium)
- Largest Rental Market: Randwick (561 rental listings)
What This Means for Buyers
The latest CoreLogic data highlights the continued strength of Sydney’s established residential markets while reinforcing that conditions vary considerably between individual suburbs. Buyers who understand these local differences are likely to be better positioned to identify opportunities and negotiate effectively.
Lifestyle markets such as Paddington, Leichhardt and Stanmore continue to demonstrate resilient demand, supported by limited housing supply, excellent transport connections and strong owner-occupier appeal. Meanwhile, prestige locations such as Vaucluse continue to experience longer selling campaigns, creating opportunities for patient buyers while vendors remain confident in long-term values.
Randwick remains one of Sydney’s standout performers, combining the highest level of new listing activity with positive pricing outcomes and sustained buyer demand. In contrast, McMahons Point recorded the largest average vendor discount, illustrating that even tightly held blue-chip suburbs can present opportunities where pricing expectations become more closely aligned with current market conditions.
McMahons Point, NSW 2060
- New Sale Listings: 10
- Average Days on Market: 39.48 days
- Vendor Discount/Premium: -3.90%
- Recently Advised Sales: 7
- Withdrawn Listings: 16
- Total Rental Listings: 45
Key Insights:
McMahons Point remains one of Sydney’s most tightly held harbourside suburbs, where limited housing supply and exceptional proximity to the CBD continue to underpin long-term buyer demand. Opportunities to purchase remain relatively scarce, reinforcing the suburb’s reputation as a blue-chip market. Despite recording the smallest number of new listings within this report, McMahons Point continues to attract strong interest from professionals, downsizers and long-term owner-occupiers. The suburb recorded the largest average vendor discount across the dataset, suggesting buyers currently have greater scope to negotiate where vendors have tested ambitious pricing. Nevertheless, the combination of limited supply and premium harbour-side positioning continues to support the suburb’s long-term value proposition.
Vaucluse, NSW 2030
- New Sale Listings: 27
- Average Days on Market: 72.37 days
- Vendor Discount: -0.36%
- Recently Advised Sales: 11
- Withdrawn Listings: 69
- Total Rental Listings: 105
Key Insights:
Vaucluse continues to represent one of Sydney’s premier prestige markets, where unique homes, premium price points and discerning buyers naturally contribute to longer selling campaigns. Properties in Vaucluse are spending more than ten weeks on the market on average, reflecting the specialised nature of prestige property transactions rather than any fundamental weakening in demand. Importantly, vendor discounting remains extremely limited, indicating sellers continue to hold confidence in long-term values. The significant number of withdrawn listings also suggests many owners are choosing patience over accepting lower offers, reinforcing the resilience of Sydney’s premium residential market.
Paddington, NSW 2021
- New Sale Listings: 39
- Average Days on Market: 44.05 days
- Vendor Discount: -0.85%
- Recently Advised Sales: 27
- Withdrawn Listings: 56
- Total Rental Listings: 207
Key Insights:
Paddington remains one of Sydney’s most desirable inner-city lifestyle suburbs, combining heritage character, vibrant retail precincts and exceptional access to the CBD. Demand continues to be supported by professionals, downsizers and investors seeking premium inner-city living. Selling periods remain relatively balanced at just over six weeks, while vendor discounting continues to be modest, suggesting quality homes remain highly sought after. Paddington also recorded the second-largest rental market within this report, highlighting its ongoing popularity with both investors and tenants. Well-presented terraces and renovated character homes continue to command strong buyer interest despite broader market moderation.
Randwick, NSW 2031
- New Sale Listings: 84
- Average Days on Market: 46.47 days
- Vendor Premium: +1.10
- Recently Advised Sales: 68
- Withdrawn Listings: 169
- Total Rental Listings: 561
Key Insights:
Randwick continues to stand out as one of Sydney’s most active residential markets, benefiting from its proximity to major employment hubs, world-class healthcare facilities, UNSW, Centennial Park and the eastern beaches. Recording the highest volume of new listings and the largest rental market within this dataset, Randwick continues to demonstrate substantial market activity. Notably, it was the only suburb in this report to record an average vendor premium, indicating that well-presented properties continue to generate strong buyer competition. The elevated number of withdrawn listings also suggests vendors remain confident in the suburb’s long-term fundamentals and are generally unwilling to compromise significantly on pricing.
Leichhardt NSW 2040
- New Sale Listings: 69
- Average Days on Market: 56.62 days
- Vendor Premium: +0.03%
- Recently Advised Sales: 41
- Withdrawn Listings: 62
- Total Rental Listings: 157
Key Insights:
Leichhardt continues to be one of Sydney’s most established inner-west markets, offering buyers a combination of character housing, lifestyle amenity and excellent transport connectivity. The suburb remains particularly popular among families and professionals seeking long-term growth. Properties are spending approximately eight weeks on the market, reflecting a more balanced environment where buyers are taking additional time to assess opportunities. Despite this, pricing has remained remarkably stable, with vendors achieving outcomes broadly in line with expectations. The suburb continues to benefit from its strong lifestyle offering, vibrant café culture and enduring owner-occupier appeal.
Stanmore, NSW 2038
- New Sale Listings: 27
- Average Days on Market: 33.55 days
- Vendor Discount: -0.27%
- Recently Advised Sales: 14
- Withdrawn Listings: 30
- Total Rental Listings: 77
Key Insights:
Stanmore continues to perform as one of Sydney’s most tightly held village-style suburbs, where heritage homes, excellent public transport and close proximity to the CBD continue to attract consistent buyer demand. Recording the shortest average selling period within this report, Stanmore continues to demonstrate healthy buyer demand despite broader market moderation. Vendor discounting remains minimal, reinforcing the suburb’s resilience and the continued appeal of quality character homes. Its combination of lifestyle amenity, walkability and excellent rail connectivity ensures Stanmore remains firmly on the radar of owner-occupiers seeking long-term value.
Summary of July Insights
Overall, Sydney remains a market of many sub-markets. While broader conditions continue to stabilise, success increasingly depends on understanding local supply, buyer behaviour and pricing trends at the suburb level rather than relying solely on city-wide averages.
At Rose and Jones Buyers Agents, we combine detailed suburb-level market analysis with strategic negotiation and access to both on-market and off-market opportunities, helping our clients make informed purchasing decisions and secure exceptional long-term outcomes.
Ready to make your next move? Get in touch with Byron Rose at Rose & Jones today for expert guidance tailored to your buying or investment goals.
Byron Rose
Director, Licensee-in-Charge & Buyers Agent, Rose & Jones
Data source: CoreLogic – Market Insights (Last 60 Days).