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Some of the top local agents in Kotara
These agents are strong performers in the local area.
Find out more about Kotara property prices, market trends and demographics.
Todd Mason
Stone Real Estate - Newcastle
26
Sales (12m)
$2.17M
Highest sale
15y
Experience
20 Houses
Sold (12m)
5 Units
Sold (12m)
Damon Sellis
First National Newcastle City - The Junction
55
Sales (12m)
$3.8M
Highest sale
24y
Experience
29 Houses
Sold (12m)
23 Units
Sold (12m)
Teresa Heighington
Ray White Newcastle Lake Macquarie - Newcastle
37
Sales (12m)
$4M
Highest sale
-
Experience
27 Houses
Sold (12m)
7 Units
Sold (12m)
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What makes selling in Kotara unique?
Kotara, in the Newcastle region of New South Wales, is characterised by established detached houses and suburban streets, with pockets of low-rise townhouses and units near the local shops and transport. Families are an important part of the buyer mix, drawn to the extra space, gardens and convenient access to schools and amenities, but the suburb also appeals to a broad range of buyers including downsizers and those seeking a practical suburban base.
Different properties in Kotara can attract very different audiences, so local knowledge matters when preparing a home for market. Agents with suburb-specific experience understand these differences and can tailor pricing, presentation and marketing to the particular property and the buyers most likely to be interested.
Last Updated: October 2026
Kotara property market trends and insights
Over the past year, house prices in Kotara have increased 14% to $1.1m, while unit values have remained relatively stable at $823k, with 2% growth, suggesting demand has been stronger for detached houses. It also recorded an auction clearance rate of 70%, above the NSW average of 56%.
In Kotara, 76 properties have come onto the market over the past year, down 11%, while 70 have sold, down 22%. With both listings and sales lower, homes here are selling in a median of 26 days, 1 day faster than the Newcastle average.
Choosing an experienced local agent who can accurately price your property, market it effectively and negotiate confidently can make a meaningful difference to your sale outcome.
| Metric | Current | Market insight |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price (houses)(2) | $1.11M | Up 12.8% YoY |
| Median sale price (apartments)(2) | $823K | Up 1.6% YoY |
| Auction clearance rate (12m)(1) | 70.0% | Above the NSW average of 55.6% |
| Listings (12m) | 76 | Down 12.6% YoY |
| Sales (12m)(2) | 69 | Down 18.8% YoY |
| Median days on market (12m)(2) | 27 days | 1 days faster than the Newcastle area |
Last updated: November 2026, based on OpenAgent & Domain data
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Why choosing the right local agent in Kotara matters
Not all agents deliver the same results. We've analysed local sales data from the past year to show exactly how much the top-performing agents outpace the market average in Kotara.
Sale price
Top agents achieved 1.1x higher prices than the Kotara average.
Listings sold
The top 3 agents in Kotara sell 13% more of their listings than the average in this area.
Proportion of total sales
The top 3 agents in Kotara are responsible for 26.1% of all property sales in the suburb.
What to pay your Kotara agent
In New South Wales, real estate agent commission rates typically range from 0.5% to 4.71%. Our data shows the commission rates in Kotara average around 1.98%, or approximately $21,369 on a median-priced home.
Real estate commission rates are not regulated, meaning agents can set their own fees. Knowing the average commission in your suburb gives you a useful benchmark when comparing proposals.
Agent commissions are usually negotiable. While commission is an important consideration, it shouldn't be the only factor when choosing an agent. Instead, look for agents with local expertise who can justify their rate and clearly explain how they plan to maximise your sale outcome.
- Kotara avg commission2.0%
- NSW avg commission1.9%
- National avg commission2.1%
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(1) Auction clearance rate data has been sourced from Domain Insight.
(2) Sales, DOM and sale price data for the suburb were sourced from Domain Insight.
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