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Selling your home in the Inner West

Plain answers for Inner West homeowners. No sales pitch.

Written by the Real Easy research team · Reviewed for accuracy · Updated 30 September 2026

Your home, and who'll want it

Most homes here are terraces, semis or apartments. Buyers will compare yours with similar homes nearby.

85,118

Homes in the council area

27%

Terraces and semis

42%

Apartments

44%

Homes that are rented

Source: ABS, Census 2021, Inner West Council area.

What selling looks like

1. Compare agents

Meet two or three. Compare their appraisals, fees and plans.

2. Get ready

Repairs, photos and your paperwork.

3. Sell and settle

Offers, contracts, then keys on settlement day.

Sort these out before you list

Buyers will ask. Having the answers keeps you in control.

Heritage

Check your address on the Inner West Council planning maps.

Past renovations

Find the council approvals for any work you've done.

Strata

Selling an apartment? Get the strata report and levies ready.

Plane noise

Near Marrickville, Tempe or Sydenham? Buyers will ask about flight paths.

Parking

Know how resident parking works on your street.

Transport

Know the walk to your nearest train or light rail.

Small things that make a difference

Let the light in

Clean the windows and open the blinds. Terraces can feel dark.

Fix the little things

Sticking doors and tired paint make buyers wonder what else is wrong.

Show off the outdoor space

Sweep the courtyard. Add a table and two chairs.

Choosing your agent

You don't have to go with the first agent who knocks.

Ask for local sales

Homes like yours they've sold near you.

Get the fee in writing

Commission and marketing costs, itemised, before you sign.

Question the big number

The highest appraisal isn't always the most honest one.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find out what my Inner West home is worth?

Ask two or three local agents for an appraisal, and look at recent sales on your street. Be careful with the highest figure. Some agents quote high to win your listing, then talk the price down later.

Should I renovate before I sell?

Start with the small things. Repairs, fresh paint and a tidy courtyard cost little. Ask each agent which bigger jobs, if any, are worth doing for your home.

Do heritage rules affect selling my home?

Not the sale itself, but buyers will ask. Much of the Inner West sits in heritage conservation areas, which limit what a new owner can change. Check your address on the Inner West Council planning maps before you list.

How do I choose an agent in the Inner West?

Ask each agent for homes like yours they've sold nearby, a written fee, and a marketing plan. You don't have to sign with the first agent who knocks.

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