Airbnb management in Sydney CBD from 14%. Central location, year-round corporate and leisure demand, and some of the highest nightly rates in Australia. 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 Sydney CBD 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 Sydney CBD earns around $609 a night at about 84% occupancy, which works out near $186,800 a year before costs. Sydney CBD and The Rocks sit at the top of the Sydney short-term rental market for nightly rate, driven by Harbour views, proximity to the Opera House and Circular Quay, and consistent demand from the financial district's business traveller base.
New Year's Eve pushes rates to their annual peak as Harbour foreground properties become among the most sought-after short-term rentals in Australia. Summer from December through February delivers the highest leisure demand, while corporate weekday occupancy keeps booking volume steady through the shoulder months and into winter.



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 Sydney CBD 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.
Sydney CBD and The Rocks sit at the top of Sydney's short-term rental market for nightly rate. Harbour views, the Opera House, Circular Quay and the financial district drive a premium mix of corporate guests, international tourists and high-spend leisure visitors. New Year's Eve pushes rates to the annual peak, and corporate weekday demand sustains strong occupancy year-round. The highest ADR in the Sydney cluster at A$574 reflects consistent premium demand across both leisure and business segments.

Whether you manage a harbour-view apartment, a CBD high-rise flat, or a terrace property in The Rocks, Houst handles pricing, guests, and operations so your Sydney CBD property earns its full potential.
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 Sydney CBD 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 Sydney CBD. 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 Sydney CBD.




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.