23/09/2026
Does a harbour view always mean a higher property price in Sydney?
Not necessarily.
In a recent Domain article, Rose & Jones Co-Founder Byron Rose shared his perspective on why some Sydney suburbs without prominent harbour views can still command higher prices than their waterside counterparts.
While views remain a significant driver of value, Byron highlights how architecture, lifestyle, accessibility, community and proximity to key amenities can all influence what buyers are prepared to pay.
From Paddington and Cammeray to Randwick and Lane Cove, the comparisons are a reminder that property value is rarely determined by one feature alone.
For buyers, understanding what makes a suburb desirable - and what buyers are genuinely competing for - can be just as important as the view itself.