Find the top real estate agents in Canberra CBD

Canberra CBD, also known as Civic, sits where city convenience meets campus calm, anchored by Acton's education and research precinct around the Australian National University, Braddon's Lonsdale Street cafe and retail strip, and the City's central apartment and shopping spine. Median prices have been broadly flat, up 0.7% on the year to $609,000, and the median sits just off the cycle high reached in April 2023. That mix draws downsizers seeking low-maintenance living, young professionals and public service staff after inner-city convenience, and students and academic renters close to campus.

Homes are selling in a median of 55 days, much the same pace as a year ago, the slowest pace in five years. Auctions are clearing at 43% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ There have been fewer sales than a year ago, down 5.3% on the year, the lowest level in two years. Recent improvements to public transport along the light rail corridor and renewed developer interest in new apartment supply around the City and Braddon are strengthening central connectivity and choice, while steady student demand near the university is keeping investor interest in well-located rentals steady.

Real estate agents in Canberra CBD often emphasise local knowledge and experience and a focused understanding of the inner-city apartment market. The top 3 local agents handled 14% of sales over the past year. Their median sale of $606,000 is broadly in line with the area median of $609,000. Their listings sold in a median of 40 days, 15 days faster than the area's typical 55 days, converting 71.4% of their listings into a successful sale, 21.4 percentage points ahead of the area's 50.0%.

The average commission rate is 1.79% (around $11,000 on a median-priced home). Commission rates reflect the scope of marketing, the likely campaign length and an agent's broad reach and recent sales record in the local market. When selecting an agent, look beyond the commission rate. Compare their specific track record in your local area, their recent sales volume, and their experience with properties similar to yours. Receive a personalised shortlist of top agents in your local area from our agent comparison tool to sell more confidently.