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What makes selling in South Kempsey unique?
South Kempsey is characterised by detached houses with gardens and a low-rise residential character, typical of regional towns on the Mid North Coast of NSW. While the suburb appeals to a broad range of buyers, families make up an important part of the local market, often prioritising space, practical layouts and access to schools and everyday services.
Different properties in South Kempsey attract different audiences, so an agent with suburb-specific experience can tailor pricing, presentation and marketing to suit the buyers most likely to be interested in each property.
Last Updated: October 2026
South Kempsey property market trends and insights
Over the past year, house prices in South Kempsey have fallen 8% to $400k. There isn't enough data to report a median unit price. The overall median now sits 16% below its October 2022 peak. Auctions are uncommon here.
In South Kempsey, 43 properties have come onto the market over the past year, up 13%, while 40 have sold, a decrease of 7%. Despite the additional supply, homes here are selling in a median of 49 days, 20 days faster than the Kempsey average.
Choosing an experienced local agent who can accurately price your property, market it effectively and negotiate confidently can make a meaningful difference to your sale outcome.
| Metric | Current | Market insight |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price (houses)(2) | $390K | Down 11.4% YoY |
| Median sale price (apartments)(2) | - | - |
| Auction clearance rate (12m)(1) | - | - |
| Listings (12m) | 40 | Down 2.4% YoY |
| Sales (12m)(2) | 37 | Down 11.9% YoY |
| Median days on market (12m)(2) | 47 days | 19 days faster than the Kempsey area |
Last updated: November 2026, based on OpenAgent & Domain data
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Why choosing the right local agent in South Kempsey 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 South Kempsey.
Days on market
The top 3 agents in South Kempsey sell 1.1x faster than the suburb average.
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Suburb avg.
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Top 3 agents
Listings sold
The top 3 agents in South Kempsey sell 11% more of their listings than the average in this area.
Proportion of total sales
The top 3 agents in South Kempsey are responsible for 59.5% of all property sales in the suburb.
What to pay your South Kempsey agent
In New South Wales, real estate agent commission rates typically range from 0.5% to 4.71%.
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.
Real estate agents and property market trends in suburbs near South Kempsey
Discover more about real estate in suburbs near South Kempsey - compare top agents and explore suburb profiles with local insights.
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(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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