Leasing

The Rocks was Sydney’s first social village. The place where people came together to eat, drink and socialise. Today, the precinct is a thriving community of independent makers, creators and providers of high-end designs, small-scale goods and boutique products.

The Rocks offers a contrasting fusion of elements, unlike anywhere else in Sydney. It’s old and new, simple and complex, it’s where culture, character and people converge in unpredictable and exciting ways. There’s modern art amidst aging sandstone and on-trend dining behind worn facades. There are boutique clothing brands in old butcher shops and simple cafes sharing sidewalks with world-class hotels. Every space here holds stories, written over generations and delicately crafted by time.

Located on the stunning Sydney harbour and set amid some of Sydney’s most iconic cultural destinations, The Rocks is an ever-evolving mix of pleasures and experiences, providing unique leasing opportunities that no other precinct can rival.

The Rocks is a significant mixed-use retail, commercial and hospitality precinct and has:

  • 25 hectares of premium real estate spanning Circular Quay to the Harbour Bridge
  • over 15 million annual customer visits (Jan - Dec 2019)
  • $85 average spend per visit (Source: Quantium 2017)
  • prime access to the CBD and all modes of transport
  • home to much loved cultural institutions
  • a uniquely vibrant and energetic atmosphere that trades day and night

Uniquely Authentic

The Rocks presents immense opportunities

Customers are attracted by our unique, bespoke and ever-changing food and beverage offer, our vibrant laneway outdoor dining environments and the moments of delight and entertainment they discover on every visit.

The Rocks Retail Leasing Direction

The Rocks Leasing and Lease Expiry Policy

Get in touch

Talk to us today about our Retail and Commercial lease vacancies as well as Pop-Up opportunities

Retail lease vacancies
Patrick Sergi T 0407 923 230 | E psergi@unitedpropertyservices.com.au

Commercial lease vacancies (managed by CBRE)
Nick Read T 0413 853 554 | E nick.read@cbre.com.au

Pop-Up Opportunities
Raquel Bazergy E  raquel.bazergy@cbre.com

CURRENT RETAIL LEASING OPPORTUNITIES

13-17 Playfair Street

This restaurant space is located within the Heritage Listed ‘Argyle Terraces’, a pair of terraces that have been combined internally. The site is located at the North-Western section of Playfair Street and extends back to a rock face, with open combined courtyard in between. An open air dining space features modern brick paving and prime frontage on to Playfair Street. 

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1-5 Hickson Road

The former ASN Co. Building is a prominent and historical landmark in The Rocks commercial precinct, dating back to 1885. Originally constructed as a maritime warehouse, 1-5 Hickson Road has been meticulously restored as an office building, boasting heritage elements throughout.

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28 Harrington Street

Reynolds’ Cottages are among the oldest domestic buildings remaining in Sydney, possessing an aesthetic quality which is representative of Colonial architecture.They are extremely intact and rare examples of the very small number of Sydney houses from the 1820s and 1830s. 

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31 George Street

31 George St is located at the northern end of George Street, between Sergeant Major’s Row and the Mercantile Hotel. The building forms one of a pair of Victorian terraces and boasts a beautiful stone façade and wrought iron filigree detailing. The ground floor features arched windows and door with semi-circular arched detailed pediment above. Double-hung windows on the front facade are timber framed and feature a simple sandstone sill below. 

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32 Harrington Street

32 Harrington Street is a highly significant building constructed in the mid 1800’s. It features a street-facing gable, simple detailing and original interior layout reflecting the intimate scale of early dwellings in The Rocks. It is representative of early buildings that incorporated a residence and shop, when the area was predominantly dwellings. The building is part of a row of Heritage buildings that remain remarkably intact. It retains its original external form, character and details. 

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35 George Street

Spanning over 2 levels, with 177 sqm in total, including 2 balconies and a rear courtyard. It has immense historic, aesthetic, and cultural value representative of a late-Victorian architectural style. The building retains late Victorian detailing with defining features such as Filigree façades, balconies, verandas and cast iron details.

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6 Hickson Road

One of the most unique spaces available in The Rocks at the moment. Situated adjacent to the recently opened Hickson House, this 10sqm opportunity provides for an eclectic Grab & Go Food and Beverage operator to express their individual personality. This opportunity has offices, retail and hotels all within walking distance of this site.

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66 Harrington Street

This building is situated in the heart of The Rocks precinct, which is currently undergoing a strategic revitalisation, breathing new life into the area and attracting Sydneysiders, office workers and tourists alike. The Rocks is arguably one of the most iconic Australian destinations. 

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121 George Street

The historic building consists of 2 levels totalling approximately 111.5 sqm plus a private courtyard fronting Nurses Walk and outdoor seating on George Street. 

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140 George Sreet

A unique opportunity is currently available (Subject to VP) in one of the most Iconic locations in Sydney.

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4 Atherden Street

A rare opportunity for those seeking a charismatic space for your business in the heart of one of Sydney’s most beloved neighbourhoods. Nestled in the historic streets of The Rocks, 4 Atherden Street is a unique and beautifully maintained State Heritage registered terrace.

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45 Argyle Street
Built in 1840 by Michael Gannon as residential houses and stables, this site is conveniently located in the heart of Argyle Street, close to George Street.
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Bay 5 and Bay 43, 1-5 Hickson Road

The former ASN Co. Building is a highly visible and prominent landmark, especially the towers, from the Harbour and City and forms part of an important historic vista from Circular Quay through to Campbell’s Cove and beyond. Situated in the heart of The Rocks, this opportunity would suit Dining Experiences, Fashion, Accessory & Jewellery offers, Art & Creativity, Homewares & Gifts, Health & Wellbeing.

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Shops 21 & 22 Playfair Street
An opportunity exists to lease two quality Food + Beverage locations within The Rocks. These sites are offered for lease as two separate sites; Shop 21 = 31.3m² + 27.6m² of licensed seating area (approx) Shop 22 = 41.6m² + 34.5m² of licensed seating area (approx) Both sites have the availability to be combined.
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Shops 1-2, 11, 23, 24, 25 & 26 The Rocks Square

Centrally located in the Heart of The Rocks adjacent to the picturesque Playfair Terraces, this vibrant location provides the opportunity to trade 7 days

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The Rocks Centre

This building is situated in the heart of The Rocks Precinct, which is currently undergoing a strategic revitalisation, breathing new life into the area and attracting Sydneysiders, office workers and tourists alike. The Rocks is arguably one of the most iconic Australian destinations.

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CURRENT COMMERCIAL LEASING OPPORTUNITIES

37 George Street
A rare opportunity to secure a recently refurbished terrace building in the heart of The Rocks which includes heritage features throughout.
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43 George Street

Merchants House, a three-storey sandstone building built in 1848. An exciting building refurbishment underway. A truly rare opportunity to secure a standalone terrace on Sydney's Premier boulevard.

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80 George Street
Metcalfe Arcade, a beautiful three-storey building to George Street (five-storey to Hickson Road) completed in 1916. A rare split-level tenancy of some 479sqm with interconnecting stairs and ground floor access from Hickson Road.
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88 George Street

88 George Street is a character-rich building in historic The Rocks precinct. The building boasts excellent natural light on three sides, including views of Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House.

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UNDER OFFER

123 George Street

Comprising of approx. 107sqm over 2 levels. Architecturally this building is a beautifully preserved example of a late Victorian shops and residences. It features Free Classical details with original timber floors, ceiling, doors and windows. Frontage to George Street and backing on to Bakehouse Place and Nurses Walk provides excellent exposure in a prime position on George St.

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77 George Street

Prime George Street frontage, backing onto Kendall Lane. Approx 48 sqm in total, including ground floor rooms and upper level storage or office space. The original features have been exceptionally preserved: sandstone walls, timber floors, ceilings and decorative Colonial Georgian features.

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139a & 141 George Street
Located opposite the Museum of Contemporary Art and within close walking distance of Circular Quay, this is a remarkable opportunity to have your business included in the historic streetscape of The Rocks.
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