Why Everyone’s Moving to Surry Hills (And Why You Might Be Next) By Conrad Vass, Space Property Agency, Surry Hills

 

🏡 Why Everyone’s Moving to Surry Hills (And Why You Might Be Next)

By Conrad Vass – Space Property Agency, Surry Hills

Surry Hills isn’t just a postcode. It’s a postcode with personality — and right now, it’s experiencing a real estate renaissance. If you’re a homeowner, property investor, or business owner in Sydney’s city fringe, you’ve likely noticed the shift: Surry Hills is where the market heat is.

As a local agent who lives and breathes this suburb, I’m seeing firsthand how Surry Hills has become one of Sydney’s most desirable places to live, work, invest, and sell

🌇 Why Buyers Are Moving to Surry Hills

Buyers across Sydney are choosing Surry Hills for lifestyle, location, and long-term growth. Here’s why:

  • 🚆 Proximity to the CBD – Central Station, George Street Light Rail & Tech Precinct are minutes away.

  • ☕ Cafe & culture capital – Every laneway has a secret bar, design store, or coffee institution.

  • 🏡 Architectural diversity – From converted warehouses to Victorian terraces and sleek new apartments.

  • 📈 High capital growth + strong rental demand – Especially in Chippendale, Redfern and Potts Point fringe zones.

🏘️ Top Micro-Neighbourhoods for Home Buyers

📍 Bourke Street Village
Tree-lined charm meets creative energy. Loved by upsizers and families wanting calm close to culture.

📍 Reservoir & Albion Streets
Bar-hopping, café-hunting, warehouse-living — this is inner Sydney cool at its finest. Great for investors and first-time buyers.

📍 Foveaux & Crown Street
City-edge terrace life meets walk-everywhere convenience. Great mix of residential and commercial appeal.

📈 Surry Hills Real Estate Trends (2025)

Here’s what buyers and sellers need to know:

  • Median house price: $1.85M (↓ 2% YoY)

  • Median days on market: 34

  • Rental yield (gross): 3.4%

  • Most searched: 2-bedroom terraces and light-filled apartments

Surry Hills is still outperforming many inner Sydney suburbs when marketed properly — and with buyer confidence rising, demand is heating up fast.

😊 Why Sellers Are Smiling in Surry Hills

  • 78% of vendors in Surry Hills reported satisfaction with their sale price

  • Premium homes are selling 17% faster than Sydney’s metro average

  • Buyers are prioritising walkability, style, and local character — all things Surry Hills offers in spades

With the right staging, marketing, and local insight, sellers here are seeing standout results — and that’s where we come in.

📣 Thinking of Buying or Selling?

I’m more than a local agent — I’m a local advocate. Whether you’re a homeowner, business owner, or property investor, I’m here to provide insight that helps you make the right move in Surry Hills, Redfern, Potts Point, and the greater city fringe.

👉 Let’s talk real estate — book a free strategy session here: spaceproperty.com.au/sell

 

 

 

Space Property Agency

Suite 13, Level 5,

35 Buckingham Street

Surry Hills NSW 2010

P 9339 9599

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