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Some of the top local agents in Balgowlah
These agents are strong performers in the local area.
Find out more about Balgowlah property prices, market trends and demographics.
Michael Clarke
Clarke & Humel Property - Manly
41
Sales (12m)
$17.5M
Highest sale
-
Experience
38 Houses
Sold (12m)
3 Units
Sold (12m)
Eddy Piddington
Ray White Northern Beaches - Manly & Mona Vale
42
Sales (12m)
$3.29M
Highest sale
22y
Experience
12 Houses
Sold (12m)
29 Units
Sold (12m)
David Kaufman
WHITEFOX Manly
32
Sales (12m)
$5.65M
Highest sale
-
Experience
15 Houses
Sold (12m)
17 Units
Sold (12m)
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What makes selling in Balgowlah unique?
Balgowlah sits on Sydney's northern beaches and offers a mix of freestanding houses with gardens, older homes and low-rise apartments within easy reach of local shops and transport. The variety of housing draws a broad buyer pool, from families seeking space and community amenities to downsizers and professionals after lower-maintenance, well-located properties.
Different properties in Balgowlah appeal to different audiences, and agents with local experience understand those subtleties. They can tailor pricing, presentation and marketing to a home's strengths and the buyers most likely to be interested, emphasising garden and outdoor space for some properties or convenience and low-maintenance living for others.
Last Updated: November 2026
Balgowlah property market trends and insights
Over the past year, house prices in Balgowlah have remained relatively stable at $3.3m, with 1% growth, while unit values have increased 8% to $1.5m, suggesting demand has been stronger for units and apartments. The overall median now sits 6% below its March 2026 peak. It also recorded an auction clearance rate of 65%, above the NSW average of 56%.
In Balgowlah, 169 properties have come onto the market over the past year, down 8%, while 171 have sold, down 2%. With both listings and sales lower, homes here are selling in a median of 23 days, 5 days faster than the Northern Beaches average.
With most properties selling within a month, selecting an experienced agent who can maximise buyer competition during a short, high-impact campaign can make a meaningful difference to your result.
| Metric | Current | Market insight |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price (houses)(2) | $3.32M | Up 0.8% YoY |
| Median sale price (apartments)(2) | $1.5M | Up 7.1% YoY |
| Auction clearance rate (12m)(1) | 65.3% | Above the NSW average of 55.6% |
| Listings (12m) | 163 | Down 10.9% YoY |
| Sales (12m)(2) | 158 | Down 12.7% YoY |
| Median days on market (12m)(2) | 23 days | 6 days faster than the Northern Beaches area |
Last updated: November 2026, based on OpenAgent & Domain data
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Why choosing the right local agent in Balgowlah 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 Balgowlah.
Days on market
The top 3 agents in Balgowlah sell 1.2x faster than the suburb average.
23
Days
Suburb avg.
19
Days
Top 3 agents
Listings sold
The top 3 agents in Balgowlah sell 1% more of their listings than the average in this area.
Proportion of total sales
The top 3 agents in Balgowlah are responsible for 28.5% of all property sales in the suburb.
What to pay your Balgowlah 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 Balgowlah average around 1.66%, or approximately $36,879 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.
- Balgowlah avg commission1.7%
- NSW avg commission1.9%
- National avg commission2.1%
Real estate agents and property market trends in suburbs near Balgowlah
Discover more about real estate in suburbs near Balgowlah - compare top agents and explore suburb profiles with local insights.
- Real estate agents Fairlight | Fairlight suburb profile and market trends
- Real estate agents Manly Vale | Manly Vale suburb profile and market trends
- Real estate agents Balgowlah Heights | Balgowlah Heights suburb profile and market trends
- Real estate agents Clontarf | Clontarf suburb profile and market trends
- Real estate agents North Balgowlah | North Balgowlah suburb profile and market trends
(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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