Browse property in Summer Hill

Overview

Summer Hill sits just 7 km west of Sydney’s CBD and has a distinct “village” feel defined by its heritage‑rich streetscapes. More than a hundred properties are heritage‑listed, and the mix of Federation‑era homes with medium‑density apartment blocks around the railway station creates a balanced housing stock. A compact shopping precinct anchored by a town square offers cafés, restaurants and independent shops, while nearby reserves such as John Paton Reserve and Cadigal Reserve add green space for recreation. The suburb’s 2021 census recorded 7,288 residents, with 63 % living in flats or apartments, 20 % in separate houses and the remainder in townhouses or terraces.

Transport is a key lifestyle asset. Summer Hill railway station, opened in 1879, provides quick city access, complemented by two Inner West Light Rail stops (Lewisham West and Taverners Hill) and several Transit Systems bus routes along Parramatta and Liverpool Roads. Increasing bicycle infrastructure, including the forthcoming Greenway linking the Cooks River to Iron Cove, further enhances connectivity for residents.

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