Find the top real estate agents in Far West

The Far West is an outback region defined by wide pastoral runs, a strong mining and regional service history, and one dominant centre, Broken Hill. Buyers here range from long-standing pastoral families and tradespeople to a visible cohort of artists and retirees drawn to heritage cottages and creative precincts, while riverfront towns such as Bourke, Wilcannia and the Menindee area offer a distinct riverside lifestyle to the arid pockets around Tibooburra and White Cliffs. Median prices have made a strong advance, up 19.6% on the year to $263,000, the highest level in five years, though the pace may not be sustained. The median is 1.2% above the prior peak set in August 2026.

Lately the market has been shaped by improved regional access and communications, with road and mobile coverage upgrades making remote ownership more practical for city buyers and seasonal workers. Homes are selling in a median of 47 days, faster than a year ago, the fastest pace in five years. Auctions are clearing at 94% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ There is also steady artisan-led renewal in parts of Broken Hill that is bringing renewed interest in character housing, while the Menindee lakes and small tourism hubs such as Silverton support a modest holiday-home segment.

Real estate agents in the Far West with local knowledge and experience can have an outsized influence on sale outcomes. The top 3 local agents handle the majority of sales, 64% of transactions over the past year. Their median sale of $260,000 is broadly in line with the area median of $263,000. Their listings sold in a median of 39 days, 8 days faster than the area's typical 47 days, converting 71.7% of their listings into a successful sale, 1.2 percentage points behind the area's 72.9%.

The average commission rate is 3.24% (around $9,000 on a median-priced home). Rates are often higher in regional areas to reflect longer campaign periods and the need for 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.