Toukley & Northern Lakes
Living in San Remo, NSW
Suburb guide, prices & lifestyle
At a glance
San Remo (postcode 2262) in Toukley & Northern Lakes is a waterfront suburb on the Tuggerah Lakes shoreline, about an hour from Sydney by road or rail. It suits families wanting parks, schools and good value. The median house price is $785,000 and a 3-bed house typically rents for around $600/wk. The nearest train access is Warnervale (bus). Last updated: November 2026.
Quick facts: San Remo
- Postcode
- NSW 2262
- Region
- Toukley & Northern Lakes
- Median house price
- $785,000
- Median unit price
- n/a
- Median 3-bed house rent
- $600/wk
- Nearest train station
- Warnervale (bus)
Last updated: November 2026
The area
About San Remo
San Remo sits in Toukley & Northern Lakes on the NSW Central Coast, around 75–90 minutes north of Sydney by road and a little over an hour by train from Central Station. It hugs the shoreline of Brisbane Water, with many homes looking across the water toward the opposite shore.
Life in San Remo revolves around the water. Residents have foreshore reserves, boat ramps and sailing clubs on their doorstep, and weekends tend to be spent on or near the water.
Housing in San Remo is among the most affordable on the Coast, with a median house price of $785,000. Detached homes dominate, often on generous lots, which is why first-home buyers and investors have been drawn here.
There is no train station in San Remo itself; buses connect residents to Gosford or Tuggerah stations.
For families, San Remo offers parks, a local primary school and the kind of neighbourly streets where kids still ride to the corner shop. The trade-off is usually distance from the rail line, which buyers weigh against the price and lifestyle.
Market data
Property prices in San Remo
The median house price in San Remo is $785,000 (sales median, NSW Valuer General, Jul 2026). The median unit price is n/a — too few recent sales for a reliable median There were too few recent unit sales to report a reliable median.
Last updated: November 2026
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Tenancy
Renting in San Remo
In postcode 2262, the median rent for a 3-bed house is $600/wk and the median unit rent is n/a. These are postcode-level medians from NSW Fair Trading rental bond data over the 12 months to July 2026.
Last updated: November 2026
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Education
Schools in San Remo
Schools serving San Remo include:
| School | Type | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Northlakes Public School | Government | Primary |
| Northlakes High School | Government | Secondary |
Check school catchments at the NSW Department of Education School Finder.
Getting around
Transport in San Remo
The nearest train access for San Remo is Warnervale (bus). Bus connections run to the nearest station on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line. The M1 Pacific Motorway is the main road link — from San Remo, the drive to Gosford is around 15–30 minutes, to Sydney about 75–90 minutes, and to Newcastle about 60–75 minutes.
Lifestyle
Amenities & lifestyle in San Remo
San Remo's lifestyle draws on its budgewoi lake access, family homes. Foreshore reserves, boat ramps and a sailing or fishing culture give residents easy access to the water most days of the year. Local parks, sports fields and a primary school make it a practical, family-friendly base.
The honest view
Pros & cons of living in San Remo
Pros
Direct access to water — foreshore reserves, beaches, boat ramps and water views.
Cons
Premium pricing and, on exposed stretches, coastal erosion risk to check before buying.
Pros
Family-friendly streets, parks and good-value detached homes.
Cons
Further from the coast and the premier beach suburbs.
Pros
Affordable for the Coast and close to core employment hubs.
Cons
No train station in the suburb — buses required to reach the rail line.
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Answered
Frequently asked questions about San Remo
Is San Remo a good place to live?+
Yes — San Remo is one of the Central Coast's sought-after suburbs for buyers who want waterfront or beach lifestyle within reach of Sydney. The median house price is $785,000 and the community is well served by local shops and schools.
How far is San Remo from Sydney?+
San Remo is roughly 75–90 minutes' drive from central Sydney via the M1, and about 60–75 minutes by train from Central Station with a bus connection to the nearest station.
What is the median house price in San Remo?+
The median house price in San Remo is $785,000 (sales median, NSW Valuer General, Jul 2026). A 3-bed house rents for around $600/wk. Last updated November 2026.
What schools are in San Remo?+
San Remo's schools include Northlakes Public School, Northlakes High School.
Is San Remo good for investors?+
San Remo can work for investors seeking steady family rental demand. A 3-bed house rents for around $600/wk, based on postcode 2262 bond data. Always run your own numbers and check current zoning.
Reviewed by locals
Written and reviewed by Richard Ruhl & Ladele Jones, Central Coast locals with Coronis Real Estate. Last reviewed: November 2026.
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