Room in a 4 Bedroom Apartment, The Grand Parade, Sutherland – A Decision Review
This review helps you decide whether the “Room in a 4 Bedroom Apartment, The Grand Parade, Sutherland” matches your needs. Based on the property data, resident reviews, and the Sydney rental landscape, we look at who it suits, who it doesn’t, what residents actually say, how the price compares to the city’s baseline, and when you might consider booking.
Location and Property Overview
The apartment is located on The Grand Parade in Sutherland, a suburb about 25 kilometres south of Sydney’s central business district. The address is Sutherland NSW 2232, Australia. The property is a shared apartment with four bedrooms, and the listing offers a room within that unit. Unit types listed include “shared_room” and “independent_house” – the room advertised falls under the shared arrangement.
The rating from Google is 3.9 out of 5, based on 7 reviews. This is a small sample, so the score should be treated as indicative rather than definitive. The property includes bills, a garage, and a kitchen in the rent (tag “bills_included”, “garage”, “kitchen”). Note that the listing also carries the tag “not_available”, which suggests the room is not currently open for new bookings – you would need to check with the operator for any future availability.
Who This Residence Suits
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Someone needing a quick, hassle-free move
One reviewer, Adam Royle, writes: “I needed a place quickly and UKO Sutherland ticked all the boxes and was hassle free. Definitely recommend this place to everyone. Very cozy apartment that is fully furnished and very close to train station.” If you are in a rush to secure accommodation – perhaps after a last-minute change – and want a straightforward process, this apartment has a track record of meeting that need. -
Short-term or flexible renters
Michelle Druery mentions she needed a short-term rental back in April 2024 and discovered the UKO community. “It was exactly what I needed. The Property Manager was easy to communicate with and I had a room ready for me within the month.” The property’s management style appears accommodating for temporary stays, although the exact minimum lease length is not provided in the data. You should confirm with the operator if you require a lease shorter than usual. -
People who value convenience to public transport
The apartment is described as “very close to train station” by Adam Royle. Sutherland has a train station on the Illawarra line, with services to the city and other suburbs. This makes it a practical choice for anyone commuting to the University of New South Wales (Kensington campus) or other parts of Sydney, though you will need to factor in the travel time – roughly 40–50 minutes by train to Central Station, then a bus to UNSW. -
Those who want a community atmosphere
Reviews praise the community built by property staff. Adam Royle says, “All the staff have been fantastic and have built a wonderful community.” Steve Lin also notes, “the house managers were all amazing. My man Ansh’s a legend.” If you prefer a social living environment rather than a purely transactional landlord relationship, this place has a positive reputation. -
Budget-conscious sharers
The room is part of a 4-bedroom apartment, which typically splits costs among housemates. Bills are included, removing the hassle of separate utility bills. The Sydney rental market has a city “from-price” of AUD 175 per week (the lowest listed price across properties in the city). This room’s actual price is not given in the data – it may be higher or lower than that floor. You will need to ask the operator for the current weekly rent. Compared to the city’s baseline, a shared room in a suburb like Sutherland is often more affordable than inner-city options, but the exact positioning is unknown.
Who This Residence Does Not Suit
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People who need a studio or entire apartment
The listing is for a single room in a 4-bedroom shared flat. If you want total privacy or your own bathroom (unless the apartment has en-suite, which is not stated), this is not suitable. The unit type “independent_house” may refer to a different configuration, but the advertised room is shared. -
Those with a fixed, non-negotiable move-in date
Because the property is currently marked “not_available”, you cannot assume it will be ready on any particular date. Even if it becomes available later, you need to verify lead times. The data shows no available_from field. This makes planning uncertain. -
Anyone who relies on price transparency
No minimum or maximum price is provided in the listing data. While the operator (UKO) may display prices on their platform, the data we have lacks this. If you need a clear upfront cost, you may find other listings with published rates easier to compare. -
Students who want to walk to university
Sutherland is not within walking distance to major universities. The closest large institution is the University of New South Wales in Kensington (about 25 km away). Western Sydney University campuses are also far. Commuting by train or car is necessary. If on-campus proximity is a deal-breaker, look elsewhere.
What Residents Actually Say (Quoted Reviews)
Here are the three Google reviews provided with the data, reproduced verbatim:
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Adam Royle (rating 5): “I needed a place quickly and UKO Sutherland ticked all the boxes and was hassle free. Definitely recommend this place to everyone. Very cozy apartment that is fully furnished and very close to train station. All the staff have been fantastic and have built a wonderful community”
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Michelle Druery (rating 5): “I needed a short term rental property back in April 2024 and to my surprise discovered the Uko community. It was exactly what I needed. The Property Manager was easy to communicate with and I had a room ready for me within the month. I moved into a 1 person studio with a balcony on the top (3rd) floor of the Sutherland”
- Steve Lin (rating 5): “I guess I’ll never forget this place. They kinda saved me two times from almost being homeless and the house managers were all amazing. My man Ansh’s a legend”
All three reviewers give 5 stars, highlighting responsiveness and community. However, note that Michelle’s review describes a studio, not a shared room – this suggests the building might have different unit types, and her experience may not directly map onto the 4-bedroom apartment room. The total Google rating is 3.9, meaning there may be other reviews (not in our data) lowering the average.
Price Positioning vs. the City’s From-Price
The Sydney rental market on this platform starts at a reported “city_from_price” of AUD 175 per week. That figure likely reflects the cheapest available room in the city (possibly a bed in a shared dorm or a very basic single). This apartment’s price is not disclosed in the data – it is listed as null for min_price and max_price. Therefore, we cannot directly compare.
As a general rule, a furnished room in a 4-bedroom apartment in Sutherland with bills included would typically be priced above AUD 175 per week, perhaps in the range of AUD 250–350, but that is speculation. You must confirm with the operator the current weekly rent, deposit (also null in data), and any additional fees. The price is indicative – confirm with the operator.
Room-Type Guidance
The listing name says “Room in a 4 Bedroom Apartment”. You will share the apartment with up to three other tenants. The unit types listed are “shared_room” and “independent_house”. The “shared_room” designation matches the room being sold. The tag “independent_house” might refer to the building’s overall classification or a different product, but for this specific listing, you are renting a room in a shared unit. Amenities include a kitchen, garage, and bills included – these are clearly stated.
No information is given about bathroom sharing, laundry, or whether the room is en-suite. You should ask the operator for these details before committing.
Booking Timing
The current status is “not_available”. This means the room cannot be booked now. If you are interested in moving in during 2026 or 2027, you need to check back – or use the on-site assistant on the website to get live availability. Because the property was previously popular for quick move-ins, it may become available again when the current lease cycle ends. The platform usually updates inventory when rooms open up. No specific available-from date is given, so your best bet is to inquire directly.
For students planning for semester starts (February or July), contacting the operator several months in advance is wise – especially if the property tends to fill quickly, as suggested by the reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the rent include bills?
Yes, according to the tags, bills are included. The reviewer Adam Royle mentions the apartment is fully furnished and convenient, which implies utilities are part of the package. However, you should confirm exactly which bills (electricity, water, gas, internet) are covered – the data does not specify.
Do I need to pay a deposit?
The property data shows deposit as null – no amount is listed. In standard practice, a deposit of 2–4 weeks’ rent is common in Australia. You must ask the operator what deposit they require. The review mentions hassle-free process, so it may be straightforward, but always get written confirmation.
Can I book this room right now?
The listing tag is “not_available”, indicating it is not open for bookings at the time of data collection. You cannot book it immediately. For future availability (2026 or 2027), contact the operator or use the platform’s enquiry feature. Another room in the same building or a similar unit might be available – check the website for live options.
Sources & data date
All property data, reviews, and city figures originate from the housing platform and are current as of July 2026. Prices mentioned are indicative – confirm with the operator.
For live room availability and current pricing, please use the on-site assistant on the website.
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