For homebuyers, a property in the illustrious north shore is a dream investment. And the underappreciated suburb of Crows Nest may just be the perfect spot for your new home.
Situated at the junction of five main roads, Crows Nest maintains its suburban charm without sacrificing functionality and accessible transport to the city, north shore and northern beaches.
While getting away from the suburb is easy, there’s little reason to do so. It plays host to restaurants, shops, cafes, bars and parks on or steps away from the legendary Willoughby Road, making it an ideal spot to call home.
For homebuyers, a property in the illustrious north shore is a dream investment. And the underappreciated suburb of Crows Nest may just be the perfect spot for your new home.
Crows Nest is home to the first-ever Christian cemetery on Sydney’s north shore. Housed in St Thomas’ Rest Park, the graveyard — and now popular dog walking spot — is the resting place of many famous locals. It is easy to find the namesakes of various street names and iconic north shore sites chiselled into the cracked tombstones and moss-covered crypts.
While Crows Nest itself has no train station, St Leonards Station is nearby and is a major hub for trains and buses. Wollstonecraft Station is also just a short stroll from the centre of Crows Nest and the Pacific Highway is also easily accessible. The suburb’s close proximity to Sydney Harbour Bridge makes city access a breeze via car or rideshare services.
According to Realestate.com.au, the average price for a house in the coveted suburb of Crows Nest is listed at $2,200,000, with compound growth over the past five years sitting at 5.7 percent. Units, meanwhile, have a median price of $930,000 with 3.3 percent growth in the past five years. Check out NAB’s Property Report to learn more, then use its handy Home Loan Calculator to find out how much you can borrow. Or, book an appointment here.
Willoughby Road’s bustling selection of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants easily competes with those of neighbourhoods like Surry Hills or Marrickville. One cuisine in high supply is Japanese — there’s the much-hyped omakase at Sashimi Shinsengumi, piping hot ramen at Ryo’s Noodles and affordable skewers at Yakitori Yurripi.
Living in Crows Nest
Discover the spots that could become your new local favourites.
Cafes
Whether you need a quick fix or a long leisurely feast, these spots will help kick start your day in the best way.
1. Double Cross Espresso Bar
2. Cavalier 1.0
3. Mschief
4. Kurtosh Crows Nest
5. Turka
Cheap Eats
Hit up these affordable eateries when your wallet is feelin' as empty as your stomach.
1. Ryo's Noodles
2. Johnny Bird
3. Tachinomi YP
4. I Love Pho
5. Salmon and Bear Crows Nest
Restaurants
Date night? Birthday bash? Family dinner? You don't need to venture far to celebrate.
1. Annata
2. Luho Restaurant
3. Yakitori Yurippi
4. Garfish
5. Le Bouchon - CLOSED
Watering Holes
Don't be fooled by Crows Nest's calming natural surrounds — there are plenty of options for a tipple or two.
1. Small Bar
2. Hendriks
3. The Foxtrot
4. The Stoned Crow
5. The Crow Bar
Shops
Lose a few hours exploring the quirky boutiques and specialty stores along Willoughby Road (and beyond).
1. Top3 By Design Crows Nest
2. Fancy That! Costumes
3. Ume-Ya
4. The Source Bulk Foods
5. Constant Reader Bookshop
Leisure and Outdoors
There are plenty of ways to fill your free time in this leafy area. Here are just a handful.
1. Big Music Australia
2. St Thomas Rest Park
3. Crows Nest Markets
4. KX Pilates
5. Endota Spa Crows Nest
Living in Crows Nest
Discover the spots that could become your new local favourites.
CP's Picks
These are our favourite things to do in the area.
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Cavalier 1.0
Grilled toasties don't get much better than this. Just. look. at. that. cheese. -
Yakitori Yurippi
Most of this hole-in-the-wall joint's menu is stellar, but ordering the scallop with kombu butter is a must. -
Top3 by Design
Love your homewares to be one-of-a-kind? This highly curated store only stocks three items per category, which is pretty damn close. -
Ryo's Noodles
The price tag on this piping hot ramen may not be the main reason we think it's one of Sydney's best — but it sure does help.
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Top image: Small Bar, Trent van der Jagt