Find the top real estate agents in Scenic Rim

The Scenic Rim is a broad hinterland of rolling farms, rainforest fringes and small market towns, where lifestyle buyers and established rural families sit alongside a steady flow of weekend visitors from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Notable natural assets such as Lamington and Mount Barney national parks give the area a pronounced outdoor and conservation character, while the mix of acreage, hobby farms and timber cottage stock sets it apart from coastal alternatives. Median prices have made a strong advance, up 16.1% on the year to $940,000, the highest level in five years, though the pace may not be sustained. The median is 1.6% above the prior peak set in August 2026.

Recent months have seen an accelerating interest in weekend and short-stay accommodation, particularly around Tamborine Mountain and Canungra, lifting demand for well-presented cottage and cottage-with-views listings. Homes are selling in a median of 42 days, much the same pace as a year ago. Auctions are clearing at 26% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ There have been fewer sales than a year ago, down 8.0% on the year.

Real estate agents in the Scenic Rim often emphasise local knowledge, experience and a focused understanding of the local market. The top 3 local agents handled 13% of sales over the past year. Their median sale of $897,000 sits 4.6% below the broader area median of $940,000, which can reflect the mix of homes they list. Their listings sold in a median of 29 days, 13 days faster than the area's typical 42 days, converting 65.9% of their listings into a successful sale, 27.9 percentage points ahead of the area's 38.0%.

The average commission rate is 2.30% (around $22,000 on a median-priced home). Rates often increase to reflect longer campaign periods and broader marketing reach in lifestyle and rural markets. 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.