Find the top real estate agents in Sydney

Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales. The city includes inner-city apartments, middle-ring family suburbs and outer growth areas, and conditions can vary significantly between those sectors. Across the city, buyer interest and price expectations change by suburb and housing type, so local context matters when setting a price. Median prices have edged up gently, up 4.7% on the year to $1,220,000, and the median sits just off the cycle high reached in February 2026.

Homes are selling in a median of 28 days, much the same pace as a year ago. Auctions are clearing at 61% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ Transaction activity has been broadly steady, down 3.7% on the year, the lowest transaction count in two years.

In Sydney, the average commission rate is 1.65% (around $20,000 on a median-priced home). Real estate agents in Sydney often operate in a market where high property values and dense competition allow for tighter margins, while rates in many regional markets often increase to reflect longer campaign periods and broader marketing reach. Picking an agent with local knowledge and experience and a broad reach can make a difference to how the campaign is run and who sees your home. A clear marketing plan and an honest assessment of your home's strengths usually matter more than a slightly lower commission. Ask prospective agents for recent comparable sales they have handled nearby, examples of how they will market your property and a clear plan for pricing and negotiation. 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.