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Some of the top local agents in Baxter
These agents are strong performers in the local area.
Find out more about Baxter property prices, market trends and demographics.
Ashley Weston
Ray White - Frankston
48
Sales (12m)
$2.55M
Highest sale
37y
Experience
41 Houses
Sold (12m)
7 Units
Sold (12m)
Mark Burke
O'Brien Real Estate - Frankston
69
Sales (12m)
$1.27M
Highest sale
36y
Experience
61 Houses
Sold (12m)
7 Units
Sold (12m)
Ellis Schofield
Area Specialist - Victoria
25
Sales (12m)
$1.6M
Highest sale
-
Experience
19 Houses
Sold (12m)
6 Units
Sold (12m)
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What makes selling in Baxter unique?
Baxter sits on Melbourne's south-eastern fringe and has a semi-rural, low-density character, with mainly detached houses on larger blocks and an emphasis on outdoor space. Families form an important part of the local market, often prioritising room for children, gardens and practical layouts, while the suburb still appeals to a broad range of buyers seeking quieter living within reach of Melbourne.
Different properties in Baxter can attract different audiences, so local knowledge matters when it comes to pricing, presentation and marketing. Agents with suburb-specific experience understand these distinctions and can tailor a campaign to the property's strengths and the buyers most likely to be interested.
Last Updated: October 2026
Baxter property market trends and insights
Over the past year, house prices in Baxter have remained relatively stable at $757k, with 1% growth. There isn't enough data to report a median unit price. Auctions are uncommon here.
In Baxter, 35 properties have come onto the market over the past year, down 22%, while 38 have sold, a decrease of 28%. With both listings and sales lower, homes here are selling in a median of 29 days, 12 days faster than the Mornington Peninsula 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) | $748K | Down 1.2% YoY |
| Median sale price (apartments)(2) | - | - |
| Auction clearance rate (12m)(1) | - | - |
| Listings (12m) | 31 | Down 29.5% YoY |
| Sales (12m)(2) | 36 | Down 26.5% YoY |
| Median days on market (12m)(2) | 29 days | 13 days faster than the Mornington Peninsula area |
Last updated: November 2026, based on OpenAgent & Domain data
See which agents sold the most properties like yours in Baxter
Why choosing the right local agent in Baxter 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 Baxter.
Listings sold
The top 3 agents in Baxter sell 11% more of their listings than the average in this area.
Proportion of total sales
The top 3 agents in Baxter are responsible for 25.0% of all property sales in the suburb.
What to pay your Baxter agent
In Victoria, real estate agent commission rates typically range from 0.5% to 4.95%. Our data shows the commission rates in Baxter average around 1.95%, or approximately $14,498 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.
- Baxter avg commission1.9%
- VIC avg commission1.8%
- National avg commission2.1%
Real estate agents and property market trends in suburbs near Baxter
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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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