Find the top real estate agents in South Gippsland

South Gippsland is a patchwork of coastal holiday towns, working dairy country and small service centres. The broad coastline and Wilsons Promontory are major natural draws that give Venus Bay, Waratah Bay and Sandy Point an established holiday-home character, while inland towns such as Leongatha and Korumburra act as service centres with older family homes and practical housing that appeal to local buyers, tradies and downsizers who value convenience and community. Median prices have been broadly flat, down 0.9% on the year to $550,000.

There has been a steady flow of lifestyle buyers and retirees seeking quieter coastal or hilltop living, lifting interest in Meeniyan and Mirboo North as small food and arts hubs and supporting local hospitality and retail. Homes are selling in a median of 92 days, faster than a year ago. Short-stay and holiday-rental demand remains an important secondary market around Port Welshpool and Walkerville, supported by the region's tourism profile and ease of access via the South Gippsland Highway.

Local real estate agents in South Gippsland often emphasise local knowledge and experience and a focused understanding of the local market, reflecting the area's mix of coastal, farming and small-town buyers. The top 3 local agents handled 23% of sales over the past year. Their median sale of $580,000 sits 5.5% above the broader area median of $550,000, which could suggest they specialise at the premium end of the market, worth bearing in mind if your home sits closer to the area median. Their listings sold in a median of 95 days, 3 days slower than the area's typical 92 days, converting 48.4% of their listings into a successful sale, 6.8 percentage points ahead of the area's 41.6%.

The average commission rate is 1.95% (around $11,000 on a median-priced home). In regional markets like South Gippsland, rates often increase to reflect longer campaign periods and broader marketing reach when agents are targeting occasional buyers and holiday-home purchasers. 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.