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The Capital Region, also known as Capital Country, blends three quite different characters in one market. The Southern Highlands is an established garden-country belt where heritage cottages and tree-lined township centres in places like Bowral and Mittagong attract downsizers, and well-presented heritage homes and garden plots benefit from local amenity upgrades. The Southern Tablelands around Goulburn and Yass has a more service-oriented, family-focused profile with larger lot suburban stock. Up in the Snowy Mountains, Jindabyne, Thredbo and Perisher Valley form a major seasonal tourism cluster that draws holiday buyers and lifestyle seekers who prioritise lake and alpine access. Median prices have been broadly flat, up 1.8% on the year to $850,000.

Recent shifts are reshaping demand across these pockets. A steady stream of Canberra-based workers and professionals is filtering into nearby towns such as Queanbeyan, Murrumbateman and Bungendore, reinforcing commuter and owner-occupier interest. The Snowy region's major renewable and water infrastructure activity is supporting a local construction and services cycle, while rising visitor numbers are strengthening short-stay interest. Expect a clearer seasonal pulse in the Snowy Mountains, with strong buyer interest for lakefront, alpine and short-stay-friendly properties when tourism momentum is high. The median sits just off the cycle high reached in July 2026. Homes are selling in a median of 58 days, much the same pace as a year ago. Auctions are clearing at 37% over the past year.⁽¹⁾

The average commission rate is 2.11% (around $18,000 on a median-priced home). Real estate agents in the Capital Region often set rates to reflect longer campaign periods and the broader marketing reach required when buyers are spread across several towns. Choosing an agent with local knowledge and experience can help position your home for the right buyer in these varied pockets. A well-timed campaign and clear presentation can help when selling in these areas. 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.