Airbnb management in Surry Hills from 14%. One of Sydney's most vibrant inner-city neighbourhoods with a strong cafe and restaurant scene, good transport links and consistent short-term rental demand. Get a free estimate

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The commission is based on the property type and location
List on Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, Stayz and more. Our short-term rental management in Surry Hills reaches domestic and international guests across Sydney. We optimise by day-of-week, season, and local events to drive higher visibility and steadier occupancy.
A well-run two-bedroom in Surry Hills earns around $383 a night at about 76% occupancy, which works out near $106,300 a year before costs. Surry Hills is one of Sydney's most consistent inner-city short-term rental markets, driven by the Crown Street dining, bar and cafe precinct and strong corporate demand from the nearby CBD and South Sydney business corridors.
Weekend demand is strong year-round from domestic city breakers and cultural visitors who choose neighbourhood character over CBD proximity. Midweek occupancy is anchored by business travellers and design and technology professionals, making Surry Hills one of Sydney's more reliable year-round markets.



The team is professional, responsive, and truly understands what it takes to manage short-term rentals effectively.


I’ve been incredibly lucky with Alex Taylor: professional, friendly, and always helpful. He’s handled everything brilliantly - I’d give him 6 stars if I could.


For the past year, my Houst contact has been incredibly helpful - coordinating repairs, upgrades, and even being on-site when needed. Super reliable and accommodating.


The staff is available 24/7. Messages sent are replied to very quickly. The information about the properties is detailed and clear. Everything goes very smoothly.


The house is well maintained and clean, the dashboard provides up to date and historical information & the guests are taken care of.


I have had a brilliant experience renting my property through Houst. Everyone has been very hands on and contactable which has really put me at ease.
Get a free estimate, book a 15-minute call, then go live. We handle listings, photos, pricing and guest support.
Houst works on a single commission, starting from 14% for full-time management and from 20% for part-time. No setup fees -- you only pay when we secure a booking. That covers dynamic pricing, professional photography, listings across multiple platforms, guest communication, check-ins, cleaning coordination and a real-time earnings dashboard. Get your free estimate
Short-term rentals in Surry Hills are regulated under New South Wales planning rules and the NSW Short-Term Rental Accommodation framework. Properties used for short-term stays as non-hosted accommodation are subject to a 180-night cap in Greater Sydney unless an exemption applies. Properties must meet fire safety and amenity standards, and owners in strata buildings should check by-law restrictions before listing. Rental income is taxable under Australian income tax rules and must be declared to the ATO. Our team manages compliance as part of the service, and you can read the full detail in our guide to Sydney's short-term rental rules.
Surry Hills is Sydney's inner south creative hub, centred on the Crown Street dining, bar and cafe precinct. The suburb draws design professionals, tech workers, domestic city-break visitors and cultural guests who choose neighbourhood character over CBD proximity. Weekend demand is strong year-round, supported by consistent corporate midweek occupancy from the nearby CBD and South Sydney business corridors. Short average stays and high guest repeat rates characterise the Surry Hills short-term rental profile.

Whether you manage a terrace house, a warehouse conversion, or a modern apartment in Surry Hills or Darlinghurst, Houst handles pricing, guests, and cleaning so your property earns well without the effort of self-managing.
Yes. NSW operates a Short-Term Rental Accommodation framework requiring hosts to register properties on the NSW Planning Portal before listing. A 180-night cap applies to non-hosted properties in some areas. Houst keeps clients updated on NSW STRA requirements.
Houst-managed properties in Sydney average A$553 per night at 82% occupancy, equating to around A$165,600 per year for a well-run two-bed. Earnings in Surry Hills vary by property type and proximity to the beach or CBD. Use our free income calculator for a tailored estimate.
Yes. Houst manages short-let properties across Sydney including Surry Hills. We handle listing setup, NSW STRA compliance guidance, dynamic pricing, guest communications, cleaning, and maintenance.
Houst charges 14% for full-time management or 20% for part-time. No setup fees. The fee covers listing creation, professional photography, dynamic pricing, guest support, and cleaning coordination.
Onboarding typically takes 10 to 14 days. We handle photography, listing creation, and platform setup across Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, and other platforms. Your property can be live and taking bookings within two weeks.
See how much more hosts can earn with Houst Airbnb management in Surry Hills.




We are the world's largest Airbnb management company specialising in short-term lets. We were founded in 2015 and are now present in 29 cities around the world, from Bristol to Brisbane. Whether you’re a seasoned host or just starting out, with Houst you can make the most of every guest stay.