Find the top real estate agents in Blackburn
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Some of the top local agents in Blackburn
These agents are strong performers in the local area.
Find out more about Blackburn property prices, market trends and demographics.
Daniel Bullen
Jellis Craig - Whitehorse
56
Sales (12m)
$3.55M
Highest sale
24y
Experience
42 Houses
Sold (12m)
13 Units
Sold (12m)
Robert Sheahan
Fletchers - Blackburn
59
Sales (12m)
$2.43M
Highest sale
21y
Experience
37 Houses
Sold (12m)
22 Units
Sold (12m)
Julian Badenach
Woodards - Blackburn
71
Sales (12m)
$2.86M
Highest sale
25y
Experience
33 Houses
Sold (12m)
38 Units
Sold (12m)
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What makes selling in Blackburn unique?
Blackburn combines leafy streets and established family homes with low-rise units and modern townhouses close to local shops and public transport. The suburb attracts a broad buyer pool, from growing families seeking garden space and access to local schools and parks to downsizers and young professionals who favour low-maintenance living and convenient rail links.
Different properties in Blackburn appeal to different audiences, so agents with suburb-specific experience can better position each listing. Those agents understand how to tailor pricing, presentation and marketing to the buyers most likely to be interested, whether that means emphasising outdoor space, low-maintenance finishes or proximity to transport and shops.
Last Updated: October 2026
Blackburn property market trends and insights
Over the past year, house prices in Blackburn have remained relatively stable at $1.6m, with 1% growth, while unit values have eased 6% to $740k, suggesting demand has been stronger for detached houses. The overall median now sits 13% below its March 2021 peak. It also recorded an auction clearance rate of 58%, slightly below the VIC average of 63%.
In Blackburn, 520 properties have come onto the market over the past year, up 46%, while 316 have sold, a decrease of 3%. Despite the additional supply, homes here are selling in a median of 29 days, 1 day slower than the Eastern Melbourne 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) | $1.62M | Up 0.6% YoY |
| Median sale price (apartments)(2) | $745K | Down 4.2% YoY |
| Auction clearance rate (12m)(1) | 58.5% | Below the VIC average of 62.7% |
| Listings (12m) | 515 | Up 40.7% YoY |
| Sales (12m)(2) | 288 | Down 13.8% YoY |
| Median days on market (12m)(2) | 29 days | 1 days slower than the Eastern Melbourne area |
Last updated: November 2026, based on OpenAgent & Domain data
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Why choosing the right local agent in Blackburn 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 Blackburn.
Sale price
Top agents achieved 1.3x higher prices than the Blackburn average.
Days on market
The top 3 agents in Blackburn sell 1.1x faster than the suburb average.
29
Days
Suburb avg.
26
Days
Top 3 agents
Listings sold
The top 3 agents in Blackburn sell 82% more of their listings than the average in this area.
Proportion of total sales
The top 3 agents in Blackburn are responsible for 18.1% of all property sales in the suburb.
What to pay your Blackburn agent
In Victoria, real estate agent commission rates typically range from 0.5% to 4.95%. Our data shows the commission rates in Blackburn average around 1.49%, or approximately $16,391 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.
- Blackburn avg commission1.5%
- VIC avg commission1.8%
- National avg commission2.1%
Real estate agents and property market trends in suburbs near Blackburn
Discover more about real estate in suburbs near Blackburn - compare top agents and explore suburb profiles with local insights.
- Real estate agents Blackburn North | Blackburn North suburb profile and market trends
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- Real estate agents Blackburn South | Blackburn South suburb profile and market trends
- Real estate agents Box Hill | Box Hill 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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