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Some of the top local agents in Port Melbourne
These agents are strong performers in the local area.
Find out more about Port Melbourne property prices, market trends and demographics.
James Nicolaou
James Nicolaou Real Estate - Port Phillip - Port Melbourne
47
Sales (12m)
$2.71M
Highest sale
11y
Experience
20 Houses
Sold (12m)
27 Units
Sold (12m)
Jon Kett
Jellis Craig Port Melbourne
52
Sales (12m)
$2.95M
Highest sale
14y
Experience
17 Houses
Sold (12m)
35 Units
Sold (12m)
Simon Graf
Simon Graf Real Estate
18
Sales (12m)
$1.94M
Highest sale
17y
Experience
3 Houses
Sold (12m)
15 Units
Sold (12m)
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What makes selling in Port Melbourne unique?
Port Melbourne combines tree-lined streets of Victorian terraces and cottages with modern apartments and waterfront housing, giving the area a city-fringe, coastal character within easy reach of the Melbourne CBD. This variety attracts a broad buyer pool, from young professionals seeking low-maintenance seaside living and convenient access to the city, to families and downsizers looking for more space and a quieter outlook, while investors also often take an interest.
Different properties in Port Melbourne appeal to different audiences, so an agent who specialises in the suburb can adapt pricing, presentation and marketing to suit the property and the buyers most likely to be interested. Local knowledge helps tailor the campaign to a particular housing type and buyer motivation rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.
Last Updated: November 2026
Port Melbourne property market trends and insights
Over the past year, house prices in Port Melbourne have fallen 9% to $1.5m, while unit values have remained relatively stable at $720k, suggesting demand has been stronger for units and apartments. The overall median now sits 10% below its January 2022 peak. It also recorded an auction clearance rate of 45%, below the VIC average of 63%.
In Port Melbourne, 648 properties have come onto the market over the past year, up 8%, while 444 have sold, down 8%. Despite the additional supply, homes here are selling in a median of 33 days, 6 days slower than the Inner South 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) | $1.5M | Down 8.0% YoY |
| Median sale price (apartments)(2) | $695K | Down 4.1% YoY |
| Auction clearance rate (12m)(1) | 45.0% | Below the VIC average of 62.7% |
| Listings (12m) | 592 | Down 1.3% YoY |
| Sales (12m)(2) | 410 | Down 17.7% YoY |
| Median days on market (12m)(2) | 36 days | 8 days slower than the Inner South area |
Last updated: November 2026, based on OpenAgent & Domain data
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Why choosing the right local agent in Port Melbourne 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 Port Melbourne.
Sale price
Top agents achieved 1.1x higher prices than the Port Melbourne average.
Days on market
The top 3 agents in Port Melbourne sell 1.1x faster than the suburb average.
36
Days
Suburb avg.
32
Days
Top 3 agents
Listings sold
The top 3 agents in Port Melbourne sell 26% more of their listings than the average in this area.
Proportion of total sales
The top 3 agents in Port Melbourne are responsible for 20.5% of all property sales in the suburb.
What to pay your Port Melbourne agent
In Victoria, real estate agent commission rates typically range from 0.5% to 4.95%. Our data shows the commission rates in Port Melbourne average around 1.68%, or approximately $16,241 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.
- Port Melbourne avg commission1.7%
- VIC avg commission1.8%
- National avg commission2.1%
Real estate agents and property market trends in suburbs near Port Melbourne
Discover more about real estate in suburbs near Port Melbourne - compare top agents and explore suburb profiles with local insights.
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- Real estate agents South Melbourne | South Melbourne suburb profile and market trends
- Real estate agents Spotswood | Spotswood 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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