Living in Parramatta, Sydney

Monthly rent in AUD ($). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Within AffordWhere's Sydney dataset, a one-bedroom here averages about $2,850/month — close to the city median, and among the more affordable of the 9 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run $3,200 - $3,700/month and three-bedrooms $4,200 - $4,900/month on second-hand contracts. At 35 minutes to the center by metro, it sits farther out than most Sydney areas in the set. On safety it rates 4/5, among the lower-rated in the city. Based on its rent, commute, and the suburban, multicultural, developing tags, it may suit families and longer-term renters who want space.

Weighing options? For cheaper rent, see Marrickville. For a shorter commute, see Surry Hills.

Rent figures reflect official statistics compiled January 2026. See data sources.

OpenStreetMap maps Parramatta as the nearest rail stop, First Light Horse Regiment NSW Lancers as nearby green space and Woolworths Parramatta Station (Metro) as the nearest supermarket around the Parramatta reference point. A school and a pharmacy are also mapped within walking distance. It also shows a large number of cafés and restaurants mapped within about 700m of that point.

Amenity data from OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). The extracted amenity dataset is published under the same license.

How much is rent in Parramatta, Sydney?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Parramatta costs $2,700 - $3,000/month (second-hand contract) or $2,500 - $2,800/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from $3,200 - $3,700/month, and a 3-bedroom from $4,200 - $4,900/month.

Is Parramatta safe for expats?

Parramatta has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.

How long is the commute from Parramatta to Sydney center?

The commute from Parramatta to Sydney city center takes approximately 35 minutes by metro.

What is Parramatta like to live in?

Sydney's second CBD. Modern developments, multicultural dining, and excellent transport links to the city. In our data it is tagged as suburban, multicultural, developing.