Find the top real estate agents in Ballina

Ballina is a coastal gateway anchored by a river and its beaches, where a service town feel meets a strong surf and holiday culture. Ballina town remains the central service hub for the shire, while Lennox Head provides the surf and beach lifestyle draw and Skennars Head and East Ballina supply much of the beachfront and estuary appeal. Median prices have grown solidly, up 10.1% on the year to $1,090,000, and the median sits just off the cycle high reached in May 2026.

Homes are selling in a median of 44 days, much the same pace as a year ago. Auctions are clearing at 46% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ The regional airport at Bagotville is an important accessibility asset for lifestyle buyers and visitors, and Ballina Shire Council's coastal planning and town centre upgrades are increasingly influential on where demand settles. A steady drift of downsizers and sea-changers is keeping renovated cottages and contemporary coastal homes in strong view for prospective purchasers.

Real estate agents in Ballina often emphasise local knowledge and experience, broad reach and a focused understanding of the coastal market. The top 3 local agents handled 22% of sales over the past year. Their median sale of $1,200,000 sits 10.1% above the broader area median of $1,090,000, which could suggest they specialise at the premium end of the market, worth bearing in mind if your home sits closer to the area median. Their listings sold in a median of 35 days, 9 days faster than the area's typical 44 days, converting 71.4% of their listings into a successful sale, 7.9 percentage points ahead of the area's 63.5%.

The average commission rate is 2.12% (around $23,000 on a median-priced home). In regional and lifestyle-focused towns, rates often increase to reflect longer campaign periods and broader marketing reach. 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.