Find the top real estate agents in Mallee & Northern Victoria

The Mallee & Northern Victoria region is a broad mix of productive agricultural country and established regional cities, with Bendigo the major regional service and employment hub, Castlemaine known for its heritage and arts, and Mildura anchoring the far north as a horticulture and Murray River centre. That mix means local demand is split between farm and irrigation buyers, families and workers tied to health and education services, and downsizers drawn to riverfront lifestyle options. Sellers should tailor their presentation to the buyer likely to walk through the door, whether that is a health professional, a river-change seeker or someone connected to the region's irrigation and farming economy. Median prices have grown solidly, up 13.1% on the year to $605,000, the highest level in five years.

Homes are selling in a median of 41 days, faster than a year ago, the fastest pace in two years. The median is 0.8% above the prior peak set in April 2026. Auctions are clearing at 38% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ This month sellers should watch slower but steady lifestyle migration toward the Murray and the attractive hinterland around Castlemaine, with a noticeable stream of buyers prioritising space, home offices and river access. Bendigo's ongoing growth in health and education services is drawing buyers to inner and middle ring suburbs, while modernisation of irrigation and water-management systems along the Murray corridor is shaping longer term interest in agricultural and irrigation district properties. Cross-border dynamics around Mildura and Swan Hill are also creating a steady layer of interstate interest in river-adjacent homes.

Real estate agents in the Mallee & Northern Victoria region often set rates to reflect longer campaign periods and broader marketing reach. The average commission rate is 2.26% (around $14,000 on a median-priced home). 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.