Find the top real estate agents in Wide Bay

The Wide Bay region is a collection of coastal and rural markets that sell very differently. The Fraser Coast, anchored by Hervey Bay and River Heads, draws retirees and holiday-home buyers as well as long-weekend visitors, while Bundaberg is the dominant service and employment centre for a broad agricultural hinterland and Gympie sits as an important north-south service hub on the Bruce Highway corridor. The South Burnett, with Kingaroy at its heart, attracts buyers looking for space and a quieter pace. Median prices have been running hot, up 16.4% on the year to $710,000, the highest level in five years, though the pace may not be sustained, and the median is 1.4% above the prior peak set in April 2026.

Recent activity has been shaped by stronger lifestyle demand and easier connectivity across the region. Renewed visitor interest around Fraser Island and the Great Sandy Strait is supporting holiday-home demand on the coast, while Bruce Highway upgrades are making inland centres more accessible for weekenders and remote workers. Growing attention on regional health and education services is nudging house-hunters toward the larger towns, creating steadier buyer interest around key centres. Homes are selling in a median of 50 days, faster than a year ago, the fastest pace in five years. Auctions are clearing at 27% over the past year⁽¹⁾, and there have been fewer sales than a year ago, down 6.7% on the year. Coastal pockets such as Bargara, Urangan and Tin Can Bay are appealing to downsizers and absentee holiday investors, while inner Bundaberg suburbs and Maryborough's riverfront precinct attract a mixed pool of owner-occupiers and first-time buyers.

The average commission rate is 2.65% (around $19,000 on a median-priced home). In regional markets like the Wide Bay region, rates often increase to reflect longer campaign periods and broader marketing reach. Choosing real estate agents in the Wide Bay region who have local knowledge and experience and a focused understanding of the local market will help target the right buyers. 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.