Find the top real estate agents in Central Queensland

Central Queensland is a broad, work-focused region anchored by Rockhampton as the primary regional centre and by Gladstone with its major port at Gladstone Harbour. Emerald and other Central Highlands towns serve as established service hubs for farming and mining activity, while the Capricorn Coast around Yeppoon provides the region's anchor lifestyle pull. In Rockhampton, established pockets such as The Range and Rockhampton City attract buyers who value proximity to schools, health services and regional jobs, while Gladstone Central, Clinton and West Gladstone tend to draw practical, work-oriented purchasers. Over the past year, median prices have grown solidly, up 14.4% on the year to $629,000, the highest level in five years, and the median is 0.6% above the prior peak set in August 2026.

Freight and highway connections along the Bruce and Capricorn corridors are supporting sustained demand for worker housing near Gladstone and Emerald, and the industrial footprint around Yarwun and the Boyne Island area remains a major influence on rental and family housing demand in Gladstone suburbs. Coastal suburbs such as Tannum Sands, Zilzie and Emu Park are drawing buyers focused on lifestyle and holiday income potential. Homes are selling in a median of 39 days, much the same pace as a year ago. There have been fewer sales than a year ago, down 11.3% on the year, the lowest transaction count in three years. Auctions are clearing at 41% over the past year.⁽¹⁾

The average commission rate is 2.91% (around $18,000 on a median-priced home). Real estate agents in Central Queensland often charge higher rates to reflect longer campaign periods and the need for broader marketing reach when targeting buyers across both inland service towns and coastal lifestyle suburbs. That additional marketing and campaign time helps reach local industry and service workers as well as buyers seeking a coastal home or holiday income. 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.