Sydney’s inner-west, lower north shore and eastern suburbs markets continue to demonstrate resilience despite increasingly selective buyer behaviour. While transaction activity remains healthy across most locations, longer selling periods and elevated withdrawal rates suggest vendors are having to work harder to achieve desired price outcomes.
Across this dataset, 211 new listings generated 128 advised sales, representing a solid level of market activity. However, the variation in selling timeframes, vendor discounting and buyer competition highlights the importance of understanding suburb-level trends rather than relying solely on broader Sydney market sentiment.
Market Summary – Last 60 Days
- New Listings: 211
- Total Advised Sales: 128
- Withdrawn Listings: 275
- Rental Listings: 627
Standout Metrics:
- Highest Listing Volume: Neutral Bay (68 listings)
- Highest Sales Volume: Neutral Bay (41 sales)
- Fastest Selling Suburb: Summer Hill (27.07 days)
- Slowest Selling Suburb: Kirribilli (88.47 days)
- Strongest Vendor Premium: Lilyfield (+2.99%)
- Largest Vendor Discount: Dulwich Hill (-2.73%)
- Largest Rental Market: Neutral Bay (192 rental listings)
What This Means for Buyers
The latest figures highlight a Sydney market that remains highly nuanced and suburb-specific. Summer Hill and Lilyfield continue to demonstrate strong owner-occupier demand, with buyers willing to pay premiums for quality properties. Neutral Bay remains one of the Lower North Shore’s most liquid markets, providing depth and opportunity despite elevated withdrawal activity. Meanwhile, Dulwich Hill presents one of the more compelling value propositions in the dataset, with higher levels of vendor discounting creating negotiation opportunities. At the premium end, Clovelly and Kirribilli remain tightly held markets where scarcity continues to support long-term value despite slower transaction timeframes.
For buyers, the current environment reinforces the importance of focusing on local market dynamics, vendor motivation and property quality rather than relying on broad Sydney-wide trends
Clovelly, NSW 2031
- New Sale Listings: 21
- Average Days on Market: 46.53 days
- Vendor Discount/Premium: -0.00%
- Recently Advised Sales: 7
- Withdrawn Listings: 27
- Total Rental Listings: 55
Key Insights:
Clovelly remains one of Sydney’s most tightly held beachside enclaves, with limited stock continuing to underpin long-term value. Despite being one of Sydney’s most desirable coastal suburbs, Clovelly recorded relatively long selling periods over the past 60 days. However, the absence of vendor discounting suggests sellers are generally achieving their asking prices when transactions occur. The elevated withdrawal rate indicates many owners are choosing to hold rather than negotiate significantly below expectations, reflecting continued confidence in the suburb’s long-term prospects.
Kirribilli, NSW 2061
- New Sale Listings: 13
- Average Days on Market: 88.47 days
- Vendor Discount/Premium: +0.00%
- Recently Advised Sales: 7
- Withdrawn Listings: 25
- Total Rental Listings: 63
Key Insights:
Kirribilli remains a prestigious harbourside market characterised by extremely limited supply and infrequent transactions. The lengthy selling timeframe reflects the boutique nature of the suburb and the premium price points involved. Buyers in Kirribilli tend to be highly selective, often waiting for unique opportunities before committing. Despite this, vendors are generally holding firm on pricing, with no average discounting recorded during the period. The suburb continues to benefit from its harbour views, transport connectivity and prestige positioning.
Neutral Bay, NSW 2089
- New Sale Listings: 68
- Average Days on Market: 56.07 days
- Vendor Premium: +0.50%
- Recently Advised Sales: 41 advised sales
- Withdrawn Listings: 90
- Total Rental Listings: 192
Key Insights:
Neutral Bay continues to be one of the Lower North Shore’s most active markets, offering a diverse mix of apartments, townhouses and family homes. While transaction activity remains strong, the substantial number of withdrawn listings suggests many vendors remain reluctant to compromise on price. Encouragingly, the suburb still recorded a modest vendor premium, indicating quality properties continue to attract competitive bidding. Neutral Bay’s proximity to the CBD and lifestyle amenities continues to underpin demand from both owner-occupiers and investors.
Summer Hill, NSW 2130
- New Sale Listings: 32
- Average Days on Market: 27.07 days
- Vendor Premium:+2.31%
- Recently Advised Sales: 24
- Withdrawn Listings: 41
- Total Rental Listings: 101
Key Insights:
Summer Hill continues to outperform many comparable inner-west suburbs, supported by strong owner-occupier demand and limited quality stock. Summer Hill recorded one of the strongest sales-to-listing ratios in the dataset, demonstrating healthy buyer demand. Properties are transacting relatively quickly, and the positive vendor premium highlights a willingness among buyers to pay above asking price for quality homes. The suburb’s village atmosphere, character housing stock and transport links continue to attract families and professionals alike.
Lilyfield NSW 2040
- New Sale Listings: 23
- Average Days on Market: 33.14 days
- Vendor Premium: +2.99
- Recently Advised Sales: 17
- Withdrawn Listings: 28
- Total Rental Listings: 59
Key Insights:
Lilyfield remains one of the strongest-performing inner-west markets, continuing to attract buyers seeking lifestyle, convenience and long-term growth potential. The combination of strong absorption and the highest vendor premium in the dataset indicates a highly competitive market. Demand remains particularly strong for renovated homes and properties located close to parklands, light rail services and the Bay Run precinct. The data suggests buyers are willing to pay a premium for quality stock in this tightly held suburb.
Dulwich Hill, NSW 2230
- New Sale Listings: 54
- Average Days on Market: 41.52 days
- Vendor Discount: -2.73%
- Recently Advised Sales: 32
- Withdrawn Listings: 64
- Total Rental Listings: 157
Key Insights:
Dulwich Hill continues to offer buyers relative value within Sydney’s increasingly expensive inner-west market. While transaction volumes remain healthy, Dulwich Hill recorded the largest vendor discount in the dataset, suggesting buyers are finding greater negotiating opportunities. The suburb continues to attract strong interest from first-home buyers, young families and investors, supported by transport infrastructure improvements and comparatively affordable price points.
Summary of June Insights
At Rose and Jones Buyers Agents, we continue to utilise suburb-level market intelligence and on-the-ground relationships to help clients identify opportunities and negotiate effectively in an increasingly competitive landscape.
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
This report is designed to help you make well-informed property decisions based on current market trends and data-driven insights.