Inner West
Discovering Sydney’s Vibrant Inner West
Spanning the southern shores of Port Jackson and stretching south to the Cooks River, the Inner West is the city’s eclectic heartbeat—where leafy streets give way to buzzing cafés, heritage terraces nestle beside laneway art, and village-style communities thrive just minutes from the CBD.
Residents are drawn to its:
River-edge promenades: Cycle or stroll along the Parramatta River foreshore in Balmain, Newington and Bicentennial Park, or picnic beneath jacarandas in Marrickville’s parklands.
Village-scale vibe: From pottery studios in Petersham to boutique galleries in Rozelle, every strip feels artisanal, neighbourly and alive with weekend markets and pop-up events.
Multicultural flavours: Feast on Italian trattorias in Haberfield, Vietnamese pho in Ashfield and Middle Eastern mezze in Enmore—global tastes without ever leaving home.
Seamless connectivity: Two train lines, the Inner West Light Rail, faster buses and key arterials (Parramatta Road, King’s and City West links) put you at Central Station in 10 minutes.
Creative communities: Leichhardt’s Italian heritage, Newtown’s alternative culture and Dulwich Hill’s craft-brew scene unite under one tapestry of live music, street art and independent boutiques.
Every suburb in the Inner West shares a commitment to authenticity, inclusivity and genuine connection—qualities that turn terraces into homes, and neighbours into friends.
Complete List of Inner West Suburbs
Annandale, Ashbury, Ashfield, Balmain, Balmain East, Birchgrove, Camperdown, Croydon, Croydon Park, Dulwich Hill, Enmore, Haberfield, Hurlstone Park, Leichhardt, Lewisham, Lilyfield, Marrickville, Newtown, Petersham, Rozelle, Stanmore, St Peters, Summer Hill, Sydenham and Tempe.
Area & Suburbs Serviced
Matthew Thomson services the Inner West with a strong local focus on:
Newtown, Enmore, Erskineville and surrounding inner-city pockets..
Connection to the Area
Born in the Inner West and living in Rosebery for the last 15 years, Matthew is a true Sydneysider who has spent two decades immersed in Alexandria, Rosebery and South East Sydney. He knows the neighbourhoods intimately — the cafés and parks locals love, the streets to watch, and the spots that need more care. His family, friendships with local agents and long-term presence mean he has lived, bought, renovated and sold in this patch for years, giving him authentic, on-the-ground insight few can match.
Background Prior to Buyer's Agency
Matthew began his career in corporate hospitality and ran a catering business for the music industry, where he honed service, organisation and client-facing skills. Over time he turned his passion for property into a profession: he is a Class 1 licensed real estate agent and buyers agent, an active property investor and an experienced reno-and-flip practitioner. That mix of frontline service experience and hands-on property work gives him practical perspective on value, potential and execution.
What Sets Him Apart
Hands-on property experience: Lifetime experience buying, selling, renovating and flipping homes.
Local networks: Deep, trusted connections with local and out-of-area agents, school and church communities, mortgage brokers and conveyancers.
People-first service: Hospitality background means Matthew is focused on clear communication, low stress and results that delight.
Hyper-local knowledge: Long-term resident with family ties to local schools and community groups, providing early insight into who might be selling and when.
Negotiation Approach
Matthew structures contract terms to put clients in the strongest negotiating position and then leverages relationships and market evidence to achieve the best price. He combines practical, data-informed offers with strategic timing and strong agent relationships so clients never overpay and are always negotiating from strength.
Staying Current with Market Trends
Matthew stays market-aware by being active on the ground daily. He speaks with 20+ agents each day in person and by phone, maintains data subscriptions, and works closely with mortgage brokers, conveyancers and his team. Combined with his continual buying, selling and renovating activity, this keeps his view of the market both immediate and deeply informed.