
Sydney rents hit fresh highs at $841 per week
Sydney has become Australia's most expensive capital for renters, with median weekly rent reaching $841 in June, representing a 1.5% increase over three months. Nationally, rental prices climbed 5.9% in the year to June 2026, outpacing household income growth. The surge is attributed to supply constraints and a slowing housing market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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