Gymea suburb profile
Gymea is a charming suburb located in the Sutherland Shire, approximately 26km south of Sydney's CBD. Known for its leafy streets and welcoming community, Gymea offers a relaxed suburban lifestyle with a touch of urban convenience. The suburb features a vibrant shopping village with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and boutique stores, making it a popular spot for locals. Gymea is also home to several parks and recreational facilities, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities. With its excellent schools and convenient public transport options, Gymea is a sought-after destination for families and professionals alike.
Gymea property market performance
Current median dwelling price$1,243,500Past 3 months
Property growth+6.3%Past 12 months
Gymea’s property market has demonstrated varied growth over the past 12 months. House values have seen a modest increase of 2.1%, with the median price reaching $1.82 million. In contrast, unit values have surged by 12.9%, bringing the median unit price to approximately $947,000, indicating strong demand in the unit market.
Over the past three months, 33 houses and 20 units were sold. Houses spent a median of 37 days on the market, while units moved faster with just 15 days, a sign of high demand for units.
In the rental sector, house rents increased by 4.2% to an average of $1,000, whereas unit rents rose by 1.4%, to around $700, suggesting steady interest in both housing options.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | $1.51M | $977K |
Change in value Past 12 months | -0.3% | 12.8% |
Sold Past 3 months | 32 | 22 |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 37 | 14 |
Average rent Past 12 months | $990 | $720 |
Change in rent Past 12 months | 4.2% | 5.1% |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Gymea demographics
Gymea, located in the Sutherland Shire of Sydney, is a suburb that offers a blend of suburban tranquility and convenient access to urban amenities. With a population of 8,219 and a median age of 39, Gymea is home to a diverse mix of families, professionals, and retirees. The suburb's family-friendly environment is evident, with 45.9% of households being couple families with children, and 36.5% being couple families without children. This balance of family types contributes to a welcoming community atmosphere.
The median total household income in Gymea is $2,049 per week, reflecting a comfortable standard of living for its residents. Housing in Gymea is characterized by a mix of ownership types, with 33.3% of properties owned outright and 34.1% owned with a mortgage. This indicates a stable property market with a significant proportion of long-term residents. Additionally, 32.6% of properties are rented, providing options for those seeking flexibility in their living arrangements.
Gymea's appeal lies in its balance of suburban charm and accessibility to Sydney's bustling city life. The suburb is well-served by public transport, including the Gymea railway station, making it an attractive option for commuters. Local amenities such as schools, parks, and shopping centers further enhance its livability, making Gymea a desirable location for families and individuals seeking a harmonious lifestyle.
Gymea infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Gymea’s appeal is underpinned by its established village centre along Gymea Bay Road, which continues to see steady activation through boutique retail, hospitality and cultural uses, anchored by Hazelhurst Arts Centre and the adjoining Hazel restaurant, strengthening the suburb’s lifestyle offering and walkability.[4][6] The presence of Gymea TAFE and local schools such as Gymea North Public and Gymea Technology High provides solid education infrastructure, which typically supports family demand and underpins long-term residential values.[4]
Excellent public transport connectivity via the centrally located train station and local bus services enhances commuter access to major employment hubs, a factor that generally sustains buyer interest in well-located units and family homes.[3][4] There are currently no widely publicised major new transport corridors, hospitals or large-scale rezoning projects specific to Gymea, so near-term property market movements are likely to be driven more by its existing amenity, ongoing small-scale commercial refreshes, and broader Sutherland Shire market trends rather than by transformative infrastructure changes.[1][4]
Gymea rental market trends
In Gymea, house rents have increased by 4.2% over the past year, reaching $1,000 per week, while unit rents have seen a modest rise of 1.4% to $700 per week. The suburb's stable growth and appealing community environment make it an attractive option for both renters and investors aiming for steady returns.
Suburbs near Gymea
Some popular suburbs near Gymea include:
How does Gymea compare to nearby suburbs?
- Median house prices: Gymea’s median house price is 13.7% lower than Kirrawee’s.
- Median unit prices: Gymea’s median unit price is 8.6% higher than Kirrawee’s.
- House price growth: Property prices in nearby Kirrawee have risen 5.0% more than in Gymea over the past year.
- Unit price growth: Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Gymea have grown 9.3% higher than in Kirrawee.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Gymea are selling 24.5% faster than in Gymea Bay.
- Selling speed for units: Properties in Gymea are selling 26.3% faster than in Kirrawee.
- Investment considerations: In Gymea, the rental yield for house is 8.7% higher than the Sydney average, while the rental yield for units is 7.9% lower.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Gymea have grown 10.4% lower than the average rate of growth across Sydney.
- Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Gymea have grown 7.2% higher than the average rate of growth for units across Sydney.

