Find the top real estate agents in Northern Suburbs

The Northern Suburbs sit between leafy family-oriented streets and pronounced riverside character. Infill suburbs such as Beecroft and Denistone keep an established, character-filled appeal that attracts growing families after larger blocks and good schools, while Hunters Hill, Woolwich and Putney form a riverside enclave that draws downsizers who prioritise single-level living and water views. Median prices have softened gently, down 3.5% on the year to $1,245,000. The median remains comfortably below the cycle high of April 2022.

Demand patterns are being shaped by the major employment and transport hub around Macquarie Park and North Ryde, which continues to feed professionals looking for short commutes. Meadowbank and West Ryde's riverside renewal is changing local retail and lifestyle amenity, and Eastwood and Epping remain popular because of strong school catchments and convenience to urban services. Homes are selling in a median of 31 days, much the same pace as a year ago, the slowest pace in two years. Auctions are clearing at 58% over the past year.⁽¹⁾

Real estate agents in the Northern Suburbs work across distinct buyer markets, from family-focused pockets to riverside lifestyle listings. This is a fragmented market, with the top 3 agents handling just 7% of sales over the past year. Their median sale of $2,388,000 sits 91.8% above the broader area median of $1,245,000, substantially above the area median, 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 29 days, 2 days faster than the area's typical 31 days, converting 71.2% of their listings into a successful sale, 12.5 percentage points ahead of the area's 58.7%.

The average commission rate is 1.46% (around $18,000 on a median-priced home). Commission rates vary with campaign complexity and marketing reach, so it pays to compare what each agent includes for the fee. 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.