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Some of the top local agents in Rutherford
These agents are strong performers in the local area.
Find out more about Rutherford property prices, market trends and demographics.
Nick Clarke
Clarke & Co Estate Agents - East Maitland
371
Sales (12m)
$3.99M
Highest sale
16y
Experience
359 Houses
Sold (12m)
3 Units
Sold (12m)
Charlie Lund
The Agency - Maitland
78
Sales (12m)
$2.1M
Highest sale
21y
Experience
71 Houses
Sold (12m)
6 Units
Sold (12m)
Reece Thompson
Thompson & Clarke Real Estate - Hunter Valley
187
Sales (12m)
$1.9M
Highest sale
-
Experience
170 Houses
Sold (12m)
14 Units
Sold (12m)
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What makes selling in Rutherford unique?
Rutherford is a residential suburb in the Hunter region, near Maitland, characterised by detached houses on family-sized blocks and a mix of older established homes and more recent suburban builds. It appeals to a broad range of buyers, but families are an important part of the local market, often drawn to properties that offer outdoor space, practical layouts and a quieter suburban lifestyle.
Different properties in Rutherford can attract quite different audiences, so agents with suburb-specific experience are valuable. They understand these variations and can tailor pricing, presentation and marketing to the type of property being sold and the buyers most likely to be interested, aligning the campaign to the home's strengths.
Last Updated: November 2026
Rutherford property market trends and insights
Over the past year, house prices in Rutherford have increased 10% to $800k, while unit values have increased 6% to $575k, suggesting demand has been stronger for detached houses. Homes here are typically sold by private treaty and hence, an auction clearance rate has not been reported.
In Rutherford, 276 properties have come onto the market over the past year, down 8%, while 273 have sold, down 9%. With both listings and sales lower, homes here are selling in a median of 23 days, 8 days faster than the Maitland average.
With most properties selling within a month, selecting an experienced agent who can maximise buyer competition during a short, high-impact campaign can make a meaningful difference to your result.
| Metric | Current | Market insight |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price (houses)(2) | $800K | Up 8.7% YoY |
| Median sale price (apartments)(2) | $575K | Up 6.5% YoY |
| Auction clearance rate (12m)(1) | - | - |
| Listings (12m) | 273 | Down 3.9% YoY |
| Sales (12m)(2) | 257 | Down 12.6% YoY |
| Median days on market (12m)(2) | 24 days | 8 days faster than the Maitland area |
Last updated: November 2026, based on OpenAgent & Domain data
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Why choosing the right local agent in Rutherford matters
Not all agents deliver the same results. We've analysed local sales data from the past year to show exactly how much the top-performing agents outpace the market average in Rutherford.
Sale price
Top agents achieved 1.0x higher prices than the Rutherford average.
Days on market
The top 3 agents in Rutherford sell 1.1x faster than the suburb average.
24
Days
Suburb avg.
21
Days
Top 3 agents
Listings sold
The top 3 agents in Rutherford sell 9% more of their listings than the average in this area.
Proportion of total sales
The top 3 agents in Rutherford are responsible for 37.4% of all property sales in the suburb.
What to pay your Rutherford agent
In New South Wales, real estate agent commission rates typically range from 0.5% to 4.71%. Our data shows the commission rates in Rutherford average around 2.08%, or approximately $16,354 on a median-priced home.
Real estate commission rates are not regulated, meaning agents can set their own fees. Knowing the average commission in your suburb gives you a useful benchmark when comparing proposals.
Agent commissions are usually negotiable. While commission is an important consideration, it shouldn't be the only factor when choosing an agent. Instead, look for agents with local expertise who can justify their rate and clearly explain how they plan to maximise your sale outcome.
- Rutherford avg commission2.1%
- NSW avg commission1.9%
- National avg commission2.1%
Real estate agents and property market trends in suburbs near Rutherford
Discover more about real estate in suburbs near Rutherford - compare top agents and explore suburb profiles with local insights.
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- Real estate agents Lorn | Lorn suburb profile and market trends
- Real estate agents Maitland | Maitland suburb profile and market trends
(1) Auction clearance rate data has been sourced from Domain Insight.
(2) Sales, DOM and sale price data for the suburb were sourced from Domain Insight.
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