Find the top real estate agents in Central Tablelands

The Central Tablelands is a broad regional heartland anchored by the major hubs of Orange and Bathurst, with Lithgow and Oberon serving as important secondary centres. Properties range from large rural blocks and farmlets on the plateau to heritage cottages in quiet villages and newer family-focused estates in Kelso and Eglinton, while the quieter streets of Millthorpe and Carcoar appeal to retirees and buyers seeking lifestyle appeal. Median prices have grown solidly, up 9.2% on the year to $715,000, the highest level in five years. The median is 1.4% above the prior peak set in July 2026.

Recent months have brought more tree-changers and remote workers inland, nudging demand for homes with room for a home office and outdoor space. Attention on Orange's medical and tertiary precincts and Bathurst's education and motorsport precinct around Mount Panorama is supporting rental and short-stay interest in central pockets. Homes are selling in a median of 43 days, faster than a year ago, the fastest pace in three years. Auctions are clearing at 38% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ Transaction activity has ticked up, up 5.0% on the year.

Real estate agents in the Central Tablelands often work across different pockets, so local knowledge and experience matter when positioning a home. The top 3 local agents handled 13% of sales over the past year. Their median sale of $660,000 sits 7.7% below the broader area median of $715,000, modestly below the area median, which may indicate they tend to take on lower-priced stock, worth bearing in mind if your home sits above the area median. Their listings sold in a median of 45 days, 2 days slower than the area's typical 43 days, converting 70.3% of their listings into a successful sale, 2.0 percentage points ahead of the area's 68.3%.

The average commission rate is 2.69% (around $19,000 on a median-priced home). In regional areas like the Central Tablelands, 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.