Find the top real estate agents in Townsville

Townsville is a regional coastal city with a distinctly tropical lifestyle, where island and waterfront suburbs sit alongside established inner-city and suburban precincts. Magnetic Island remains an anchor lifestyle pull for buyers after-hours and weekends, while Townsville City and North Ward hold the older housing stock that appeals to downsizers and professionals. Median prices have been running hot, up 15.4% on the year to $675,000, the highest level in five years, though the pace may not be sustained, and the median is 0.5% above the prior peak set in August 2026.

Homes are selling in a median of 29 days, much the same pace as a year ago, the slowest pace in two years. Auctions are clearing at 37% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ There have been fewer sales than a year ago, down 12.4% on the year, the lowest transaction count in five years. Council-led foreshore and CBD upgrades are helping keep demand for coastal and near-city properties steady, while new estate activity around Burdell and Mount Low is drawing buyers to newer, low-maintenance homes.

Real estate agents in Townsville 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 5% of sales over the past year. Their median sale of $720,000 sits 6.7% above the broader area median of $675,000. Their listings sold in a median of 26 days, 3 days faster than the area's typical 29 days, converting 75.3% of their listings into a successful sale, 10.0 percentage points ahead of the area's 65.3%.

The average commission rate is 2.71% (around $18,000 on a median-priced home). Rates here often increase to 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.