Find the top real estate agents in Mackay & Whitsundays

The Mackay & Whitsundays region is where two different property stories meet. Mackay itself is the region's dominant service and employment centre, supported by the major coal export hub at Hay Point and a broad agricultural belt inland, while Hamilton Island, Hayman Island and the Airlie Beach area form an international tourism draw that underpins both lifestyle and investment interest. Median prices have made a clear move higher, up 13.8% on the year to $660,000, the highest level in five years.

Recent shifts are shaping how sellers should position their homes. Buyers include families and retirees seeking lower-density coastal living, workers tied to mining and port operations, and investors targeting short-stay returns, so tailoring presentation and marketing to each buyer type will make a difference. Mining and export activity around Hay Point can move demand, while returning tourism supports short-stay options around Airlie Beach and Cannonvale. Bucasia and Blacks Beach tend to attract owner-occupiers, while Paget and Ooralea suit workers and investors seeking rental stability. Homes are selling in a median of 43 days, slower than a year ago, the slowest pace in two years. There have been fewer sales than a year ago, down 11.0% on the year, the lowest transaction count in five years. Auctions are clearing at 31% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ The median is 1.4% above the prior peak set in July 2026.

The average commission rate is 2.84% (around $19,000 on a median-priced home). Rates are typically lower in major cities because higher property values and denser competition allow tighter margins; real estate agents in the Mackay & Whitsundays region often work with rates that reflect longer campaign periods and broader marketing reach. Choosing an agent with local knowledge and experience and a broad marketing reach will help position your home to buyers across both lifestyle and resource-driven demand. 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.