Living in Randwick, 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 $2,700/month — roughly 7% below the city median, and among the more affordable of the 9 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run $3,100 - $3,600/month and three-bedrooms $3,800 - $4,500/month on second-hand contracts. At 25 minutes to the center by tram, it sits about as central as 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 students, beach-adjacent, community tags, it may suit value-conscious renters and students.

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 CBD and South East Light Rail as the nearest light rail stop, Govett Reserve as nearby green space and Kensington Supermarket as the nearest supermarket around the Randwick reference point. A school and a pharmacy are also mapped within walking distance.

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 Randwick, Sydney?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Randwick costs $2,500 - $2,900/month (second-hand contract) or $2,300 - $2,700/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from $3,100 - $3,600/month, and a 3-bedroom from $3,800 - $4,500/month.

Is Randwick safe for expats?

Randwick 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 Randwick to Sydney center?

The commute from Randwick to Sydney city center takes approximately 25 minutes by tram.

What is Randwick like to live in?

Eastern suburbs hub near UNSW. Spot Festival, Royal Randwick Racecourse, and easy access to Coogee Beach. Student-friendly. In our data it is tagged as students, beach-adjacent, community.