Darlinghurst, Sydney
Property insights
Discover Darlinghurst: a vibrant inner-city suburb 1–2 km east of Sydney CBD. Ideal for young professionals and investors, Darlinghurst offers Victorian terraces, modern apartments, lively dining and nightlife on Oxford Street, convenient buses and Kings Cross station, St Vincent’s Hospital, local parks, and nearby schools. Explore amenities, transport, schools and buyer tips to find the right property here.
Tips for Buyers
- 1.Prioritise quieter streets or higher floors if sensitive to nightlife noise
- 2.Check strata records and levies for apartment purchases
- 3.Consider proximity to St Vincent’s Hospital for convenience if working in health services
- 4.Inspect for soundproofing and insulation in older character conversions
Common Property Types
- • Victorian terraces
- • Art-deco walk-up apartments
- • Contemporary apartment developments
- • Converted warehouse/character apartments
Who Lives Here
Diverse, younger-skewing population of professionals, creatives and LGBTQIA+ community; strong rental market from hospital staff and city workers.
Transport
- • Kings Cross Station (Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra line)
- • Frequent buses along Oxford Street connecting to Bondi Junction and the CBD
- • Short walk or quick drive to Sydney CBD (1–2 km)
- • Major roads: Oxford Street, Crown Street
Schools
- • Darlinghurst Public School
- • Nearby schools in Surry Hills, Paddington and Potts Point (private and public options)
Amenities
- • Oxford Street cafés, bars and restaurants
- • Taylor Square nightlife hub
- • St Vincent’s Hospital precinct
- • Local parks and walkable access to Hyde Park and the Domain
Strong long-term demand due to proximity to the CBD, hospitals and lifestyle amenities; limited land supply supports price resilience for terraces and well-located apartments.
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