Find the top real estate agents in South Coast NSW

The South Coast of New South Wales stretches from the Illawarra through Shoalhaven into Eurobodalla and the Far South Coast, a broad coastal corridor where seaside living and regional industry sit side by side. Established centres such as Wollongong and Nowra act as anchor employment and service hubs, while coastal towns from Kiama and Berry down to Batemans Bay and Merimbula supply much of the region's appeal for coastal living. Buyers here range from downsizers and retirees seeking quieter coastal living to sea-changers and professionals who value proximity to the University of Wollongong and the Port Kembla industrial precinct. Median prices have edged up gently, up 5.6% on the year to $940,000, the highest level in five years. The median has matched the prior peak set in July 2026.

Recent shifts are shaping demand in practical ways, with a steady flow of people willing to trade commute time for coastal amenity supporting stronger interest in holiday-friendly suburbs and the hinterland. Homes are selling in a median of 43 days, faster than a year ago. Auctions are clearing at 47% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ Major road upgrades and regional health investments are improving access across the coast, and renewed activity around the port precinct is drawing trade and service workers toward Wollongong and nearby suburbs while tourism rebounds are re-energising holiday-rental interest in Huskisson, Mollymook and the Jervis Bay precinct.

The average commission rate is 1.92% (around $18,000 on a median-priced home). Real estate agents in the South Coast region often price their services to reflect longer campaign periods and broader marketing reach, which can mean slightly higher rates than in denser metropolitan 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.