Summary: Marsden Park, part of Sydney’s North-West Growth Area, has evolved rapidly with new housing estates, shopping precincts and planned transport links. In 2025, it’s emerging as a key destination for first-home buyers and young families seeking affordability without moving too far from major jobs hubs.
• Location / Period / Audience
- Location: Marsden Park, Blacktown LGA, Sydney NW Corridor
- Period: October 2025
- Audience: First-home buyers, young families, investors
Key Stats
| Metric | Value (as at Sep 2025) |
|---|---|
| Median house price | $940,000 (Source: CoreLogic Sep 2025) |
| Median unit/townhouse price | $730,000 (Source: PropTrack Sep 2025) |
| Weekly rent (house) | $680 pw (Source: Domain Rent Report Q3 2025) |
| Gross rental yield | ≈ 3.7% (estimated from CoreLogic data) |
| Commute to Sydney CBD | ≈ 50 min (30 km via M7/M2, or future Metro West extension planned) |
What’s changing and why
- Infrastructure: The North-West Growth Corridor continues to attract investment, including the upcoming Tallawong to Marsden Park Metro link proposal and upgrades to Richmond Road and the M7 corridor.
- Retail & amenities: Marsden Park Home Hub and nearby Sydney Business Park have expanded, bringing more employment and retail options locally.
- Housing supply: New estates (e.g. Elara by Stockland, Newpark by Rawson Communities) are driving moderate price growth (+3.2% year to Sep 2025) while maintaining affordability relative to northwest Sydney averages.
- Demographics: Strong family and multicultural growth; schools and childcare facilities expanding rapidly to serve the population boom.