Find the top real estate agents in Gold Coast

Gold Coast, also known as the GC, is a diverse coastal market where a high-rise tourism core sits alongside established family suburbs and quieter hinterland pockets. Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach form the skyline and draw a substantial holiday and short-stay audience, while Burleigh Heads and Robina appeal to buyers seeking cafes, surf access, walkable streets and family-friendly services. Median prices have made a strong advance, up 15.8% on the year to $1,170,000, the highest level in five years, though the pace may not be sustained. The median is 0.4% above the prior peak set in August 2026.

This month sellers should note a few city-shaping supply and demand themes. The Gold Coast light rail remains an important transport spine, the M1 motorway continues as a major commuter corridor to Brisbane, and the Gold Coast Airport near Coolangatta provides a strong travel gateway that sustains holiday demand. Homes are selling in a median of 36 days, much the same pace as a year ago, the slowest pace in two years. Auctions are clearing at 42% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ There have been fewer sales than a year ago, down 15.6% on the year, the lowest transaction count in five years.

Real estate agents in the Gold Coast often emphasise local knowledge and experience and a focused understanding of the local market. This is a fragmented market, with the top 3 agents handling just 2% of sales over the past year. Their median sale of $1,088,000 sits 7.0% below the broader area median of $1,170,000, which can reflect the mix of homes they list. Their listings sold in a median of 22 days, 14 days faster than the area's typical 36 days, converting 76.7% of their listings into a successful sale, 24.2 percentage points ahead of the area's 52.5%.

The average commission rate is 2.21% (around $26,000 on a median-priced home). Rates can vary across the Gold Coast depending on campaign complexity and the marketing required for a sale, and they often 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.