Find the top real estate agents in Grampians

The Grampians is an agricultural heartland with a strong tourism overlay. Large-scale cropping and grazing shape the rural fringe, while the Grampians National Park, centred on Halls Gap, provides a major draw for visitors. Towns such as Horsham are the dominant service centre for the Wimmera, Ararat offers a mix of heritage housing and more modern amenity, and smaller centres like Stawell and St Arnaud tend to attract buyers looking for value and community amenity. Median prices have made a strong advance, up 22.5% on the year to $420,000, the highest level in five years, though the pace may not be sustained. The median is 2.4% above the prior peak set in July 2026.

Homes are selling in a median of 50 days, materially faster than a year ago, the fastest pace in three years. Auctions are clearing at 35% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ Recent market shifts have been driven by changing lifestyle and work patterns, with a steady flow of tree-changers and downsizers seeking larger blocks and quieter streets, and a return of short-stay demand near Halls Gap. At the same time, agricultural technology and growing interest in renewable energy projects are reshaping some farming parcels and prompting certain landholders to reconsider holding or subdividing. For sellers this matters at the local level: Horsham and the broader Wimmera tend to attract family and trade-up buyers seeking schools and health services, Great Western's wine-producing area brings cellar-door and lifestyle purchasers, and smaller towns such as Stawell and St Arnaud appeal to buyers looking for value and community amenity; holdings close to Halls Gap often suit investors targeting visitor accommodation.

The average commission rate is 2.79% (around $12,000 on a median-priced home). Real estate agents in the Grampians region often charge higher rates to reflect longer campaign periods and broader marketing reach, while metro areas typically have lower rates because higher property values and denser competition allow for tighter margins. 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.