18km north of Sydney CBD, tucked about halfway between Manly and Palm Beach sits Dee Why, a laidback yet bustling suburb that epitomises convenient coastal living.
With leafy, walkable streets where apartments outnumber houses, Dee Why presents a diverse range of property options and prices to appeal to renters, first-home buyers, and investors alike. The steady emergence of new shopping villages, restaurants, and apartment complexes over the last five years underscores the suburb’s flourishing economy – a localised boom that makes Dee Why so highly sought after.
The Dee Why Property market has also seen a significant increase in activity over the past 12 months. Click here to view a detailed report about what’s been happening.
Let’s take a closer look at this vibrant, beachside suburb.
Why the locals love it
Nature
A natural playground, it’s easy to see why Dee Why locals are often up before the sun making the most of the outdoors. The suburb is framed by a world-class stretch of coast, hugged at the south end by a generous ocean pool and breathtaking headland walk, and the exclusive Long Reef Golf Club to the north. A sprawling grassy foreshore, Ted Jackson Reserve, boasts a waterfront kids playground and picnic tables aplenty making it the perfect spot to set up for the day.
Convenience
If the beachfront is the beating heart of Dee Why, the shopping district that wraps around either side of Pittwater Road is the lungs. For most of the suburb, it’s a dreamy flat walk to the beach, the shops, and a major bus stop that connects the friendly suburb with the city. With buzzing cafes and restaurants, popular supermarkets, and a convenient array of amenities including medical practices, gyms, and a public library – the suburb truly caters to all needs.
Food
A melting pot of culture, Dee Why has a vibrant dining scene that stretches from the beachfront to the backstreets. The suburb’s multicultural makeup is brought to life with many Asian and Indian specialty stores, Italian delicatessens, and an Upstate team favourite – lunch at family-friendly Italian spot, Livotis
Community
Dee Why is a hub for community events, playing host to many different occasions throughout the year including the annual Sun Run, ANZAC days service, Christmas carols, New Year’s Eve fireworks and so much more.
A hive of activity and a cornerstone of the local community is the Dee Why RSL. Whether it’s a steak in the Bistro, a fine dining experience at Flame, trivia at Courtyard, or an afternoon of arcade games, the recently renovated club has something for everyone.
Property Insights
Dee Why is one of few beachside suburbs in Sydney where it is still relatively affordable to buy, making it incredibly appealing for home buyers. Moreover, consistently low vacancy rates coupled with strong rental yields make it alluring for investors.
House Medians (last 12 months)
- $2.5M sale price
- -3.4% change to sale price year on year
- $1200 per week rent
- 2.5% gross yield
Unit Medians (last 12 months)
- $902K sale price
- +4% change to sale price year on year
- $690 per week rent
- 4.0% gross yield
View available properties for sale in Dee Why with Upstate
Off-the-plan opportunities
Last year, the Upstate team proudly launched two of the largest development projects in the Northern Beaches in Dee Why – Casa Delmar and Hamptons by Rose.
The luxury projects elevated the standard of off-the-plan property development and set record-breaking square metre rates – a nod to the increasing demand for quality and luxury in the area.
Casa Delmar’s Luxury Collection, meticulously curated by Alanna Smit Interior Designs, offers opulence in the form of penthouses, garden flats, and spacious terrace homes. This exclusive selection comprises a limited number of properties that boast the highest level of luxury fit-outs; some offer glimpses of the ocean, while others overlook the lush treetops of Dee Why’s Stony Range Botanical Gardens. Construction has commenced on the development with an estimated completion next year.
A Day In Dee Why
With an office in the heart of Dee Why, the Upstate team knows the best local destinations to keep you busy from sunrise to sunset:
- Wake up with a flat white from Three Beans or Bambolina
- Once caffeinated, swing by KX Pilates for a rejuvenating reformer workout, followed by a recovery session at The Sauna Hub
- Refuel with a beachfront brunch at Girdlers before exploring Stony Range Botanic Garden
- Treat yourself at French cafe Sacrebleu! with its award-winning Caneles and Madeleines.
- Spend the afternoon surfing, bike riding, or soaking up the sun at Ted Jackson Reserve
- Enjoy a sunset cocktail at Corretto
- Wrap up the day with dinner Beach Burrito or JB & Sons
Whether you’re drawn to Dee Why for its natural beauty or dynamic community, this coastal suburb offers an enviable lifestyle and unrivaled investment opportunities.
At Upstate, the Northern Beaches are our home and we know it like the back of our hands. You can rely on us to provide you with excellent levels of service when it comes to buying and selling real estate in this region.
To dive into the insights behind this unique Northern Beaches suburb, click here to view the latest Dee Why wrap.
Speak to your local Upstate team today and we’ll show you the possibilities that earn excellent results. We look forward to chatting with you soon.
The Upstate Team
