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List of Top Cottesloe Real Estate Agents
There is a huge difference between good and bad agents.
The best agents don’t just sell loads of properties - they sell them faster and at higher values. We've collected data on all of the top agents in Cottesloe below, so you can see what kind of difference an experienced agent makes.
In the past 12 months, Cottesloe real estate agents have sold 151 properties. Houses in Cottesloe spent 22 days on the market before selling and apartments 27 days. Most properties sold were houses.
We have prepared a shortlist of agents operating in Cottesloe, but the agents on this list may not suit your style of property. Individual agent performance can vary significantly, even if the agents share the same agencies or office.
Which Real Estate Agent calculates a list of 3 top local agents from all agent sales data in the area, personalised to your property. Get started with our agent comparison tool.
Which Real Estate Agent's Best Cottesloe Agents
Good agent selection means you increase your chances dramatically of a higher property price and an easy, quick sale. We can calculate a shortlist of top agents through our agent comparison tool.
To start selling, it's best to speak with a top-performing local real estate agent who has experience with properties like yours and can work well with you.
Properties Sold
151
(12 Months to Apr 2024)Different Agents Used
12
(Apr 2024)Different Agencies Used
10
(Apr 2024)A suitable agent should be focused on selling property near yours (bonus for the same street!), experienced at selling property like yours, have a strong history of successful negotiations, and possess a personality that works well with potential buyers and yourself. Most agents have a particular focus, e.g. units within a certain area, price bracket, and a ranking within their office. We do everything we can to identify these agents for you.
We've crunched the numbers on properties sold in Cottesloe and have identified top agents that don’t just sell a lot of properties, but those that appear to sell for more and faster than their competitors.
Cottesloe Agents That Sell For Higher Prices
Suburb Avg.
$2,933,375
Top 3 Agents
$4,656,667
Top agents achieved 1.6x higher prices than the suburb average.
Skilled real estate agents can increase the value of your Cottesloe property through negotiation and driving competition among buyers. With strong negotiation skills and connections within the Cottesloe real estate field, they often deliver more than other real estate agents can.
Cottesloe Agents That Sell Faster
Suburb Avg.
125 Days
Top 3 Agents
68 Days
The top 3 agents in Cottesloe sell 1.8x faster than the suburb average.
Find an agent that can create an advertising strategy specially crafted for your Cottesloe property. Additionally, the agent with a strong list of potential buyers can prospect and negotiate a sale early in the campaign.
Cottesloe Agents With The Most Experience
Suburb Avg.
1
Top 3 Agents
2
Top agents achieved 2.0x more sales than the suburb average.
Good real estate agents have a sales record that includes sales in suburbs surrounding Cottesloe. You need to find a top agent with sales histories and expertise handling similar properties to yours in or near Cottesloe.
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What To Pay Your Cottesloe Agent
The lowest fee should not be your top requirement in an agent. Rather, you should look for agents that can strongly back up their fee structure and commission rate.
An agent with a strong sales background in selling quickly and for a higher price will often cover their fee and more. Receive a shortlist of top agents in the local Cottesloe area from our agent comparison tool to sell confidently.
Cottesloe is one of the more expensive suburbs in Australia when it comes to real estate agent commission rates. Experience has shown us that real estate agent commission rates in Cottesloe average around 2.3%.
Compared to other areas in Australia, the commission rate in Cottesloe is higher - remember that you can negotiate with your real estate agent about their fees and commissions, as well as inclusions on marketing fees.
2.3%
Cottesloe Average Commission Rate
~2.1%
National Average Commission Rate
Use the real estate agent fee calculator below to determine how much it may cost to sell your property in Western Australia. Amounts calculated include 10% GST, but exclude other costs an agent may charge such as advertising and marketing.
The data on this website, including in the graphs and calculator, is approximate in nature and should not be relied upon.
Talking to a top local real estate agent is a good first step to determine what you may be required to pay to sell your property and to understand the local property market.
The graph and calculator use data collected by Which Real Estate Agent in 2019, and provides a state-wide average estimation of commission rate. The data presented should only be used as an indication of what you may be required to pay.
Be careful of extra fees that may be charged by a real estate agent. We recommend you properly review the agency agreement and cost schedules, so there are no surprises when you are presented with the final bill.
There is almost always room to negotiate commissions with agents. Do not be afraid to ask for an agent fee structure that favours your situation and ensures the agent does their job.
However, remember that an agent willing to drop their agent fees to rock-bottom are not likely to have your best interests at heart. Make sure you’re not just padding out someone else’s sales statistics - you should spend a little more to make more.
Need more information about agent fees or costs? Read our comprehensive guide to the fees charged by agents here.
Frequently Asked Questions
SHOULD I SELL MY HOUSE IN Cottesloe IN 2024?
According to our data, you may want to consider selling your Cottesloe property in 2024.
The average houses growth in Cottesloe has risen to 8.0% over the past 10 years. The increase in property values has led to an appreciating market where selling your property is generally easier and buyers are generally more competitive.
Price growth for Cottesloe houses over the last year has been above the ten year annual growth rate, coming in at 16.5% for houses (compared to the 10 year average, 8.0%).
Units/apartment values over the past 12 months in Cottesloe have grown higher for 14.4%, compared to the 10 year average, 2.1%.
To find out how to sell your house and to find the best agent, click here.
WHAT IS MY HOUSE PRICE ESTIMATE?
There are several variables that can affect property values in Cottesloe. To accurately estimate the value of your Cottesloe property, these variables need to be taken into account.
One example of a variable that affects your house price is proximity to local area amenities.
Proximity to Cottesloe local amenities is something that rarely changes. If your property is within walking/driving distance to Cottesloe amenities/shopping areas/schools/restaurants, your property value estimation tends to be higher.
Proximity to amenities should be taken into account when estimating property values, along with distance to city areas, property type, condition of the property and more.
Figure out the value of your home, and start your selling journey with some confidence. Get started by requesting a property appraisal from an agent today.
WHAT ARE THE STEPS TO SELLING MY Cottesloe HOUSE?
There’s a lot to think about when selling your Cottesloe property, and a lot of it happens before signing up with an agent.
Initially, you should look at the Cottesloe property market and see if the conditions are right. Get an idea of how much your property is valued in the present day, starting with an independent property value report. Then you will want to contact and interview multiple agents (ideally around 3) and discuss selling methods, advertising and fees.
Make sure you are sure about selling, and are realistic about your property’s value when talking to agents. A mistake here could cost you. The best way to avoid costly missteps and get a good price is to sign up with a strong local real estate agent that can walk you through the whole selling process in an honest way.
If you need more in-depth information on each step of the selling process, read our comprehensive guide on selling here.
HOW DO I FIND THE BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT IN Cottesloe?
To find the top agents in your area, look into the sales histories and statistics behind each agent in your area. The best indicator is experience selling similar properties in the local area. This equates to knowledge behind positioning the property to the target market and an active list of prospective buyers that ultimately assists in achieving the best price.
Interview multiple agents to get a feel for fees and quality, and ask for as much proof as possible that they can do the job well.
Get more guides on choosing or finding the best agents here. Get a free shortlist of real estate agents in Cottesloe by using our real estate agent comparison tool. We look into agents who sell quickly for the highest prices to ensure you get the best result.
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If an agent we suggest is successful in selling your home, they pay us an industry-standard referral fee. If the agent is unsuccessful, there is no fee payable.
This means it is in our best interest to find a top-performing real estate agent that can sell your property with minimum fuss.
IS YOUR AGENT ANALYSIS BIASED IN ANY WAY?
No. In comparison to our competitors, we do NOT have a limited database of agents to work with. We do not have special agreements with any agents or agencies for property sales.
Which Real Estate Agent is unique in that we carefully analyse the local agents in the area and base our recommendations upon individual agent sales histories and customer reviews.
In addition, we receive the same referral fee regardless of which suggested agent is chosen by you. We only receive the fee if the property is sold.
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Cottesloe Suburb Overview
Cottesloe is a western suburb of Perth, Western Australia, within the Town of Cottesloe. Cottesloe was home to Australian Prime Minister John Curtin. The house he built still stands in Jarrad Street. It is now vested jointly in the National Trust of Australia and Curtin University. Cottesloe was named for Thomas Fremantle, 1st Baron Cottesloe, a prominent Tory politician and the brother of Admiral Sir Charles Fremantle for whom the city of Fremantle was named. The nearby suburb of Swanbourne was named for the Fremantle family seat, Swanbourne House, in Swanbourne, Buckinghamshire.
Cottesloe is a beach-side suburb of the city of Perth in Western Australia. It is located roughly halfway between Perth central business district and the port of Fremantle. It is famous for its beaches, cafes and relaxed lifestyle.
Cottesloe is bounded by the Vlamingh Memorial to the south, Stirling Highway, Congdon Street and West Coast Highway to the east;North Street to the north and the Indian Ocean to the west. A large part of Cottesloe is residential, although a significant shopping area is located along Stirling Highway, and a 9-hole golf course is on Jarrad Street.
At the ABS 2011 census, Cottesloe had a population of 7,398 people living in 2,686 dwellings, 69.5% of which are detached houses on separate lots. The ABS identified property and business services and health as the two main occupations.
Historically the beach and its panorama are reflections of the changes in the last 110 years of Perth’s history. The photos and paintings of Cottesloe Beach that are either in collections or published, give tangible evidence of the importance of beach-oriented activities in the Perth community. Cottesloe Beach is a popular place for beach cricket. An oceanway allows pedestrians and cyclists to move along the beaches in a sustainable manner.
In 2009, Lonely Planet named Cottesloe Beach the world’s 2nd best beach for families.
Cottesloe is served by Swanbourne, Grant Street, Cottesloe, Mosman Park and Victoria Street railway stations on the Fremantle line. Various bus routes along Stirling Highway and through the suburb’s western and eastern sections link Cottesloe to Perth and Fremantle. All services are operated by the Public Transport Authority. During the summer months, the council provides a free shuttle bus every hour during the day, called the Cott Cat, between Cottesloe train station and the Cottesloe beachfront. In 2004 the service carried over 30,000 passengers, at a cost of $15,000
Cottesloe is currently part of the federal division of Curtin, although from 1901 to 1968 and from 1974 to 1980 it was part of the Fremantle electorate. Curtin is regarded as a safe seat for the centre right Liberal Party, which has held the seat continually since its inception, with the exception of a period from 1996 to 1998 when former Liberal member Allan Rocher held the seat as an Independent. In the parliament of Western Australia, the Legislative Assembly electoral district of Cottesloe is also held by the Liberal Party.
John Curtin, Prime Minister of Australia for much of World War II, was local federal member of parliament from 1928 to 1931 and 1934 to 1945. He lived in Cottesloe from 1918 until his death in office in 1945. John Curtin’s house in Jarrad Street is vested in the National Trust of Australia and Curtin University. During 2008 there was a suggestion that the house be relocated to the Curtin University grounds but the decision was made that the house remain in Cottesloe. In May 2009 the federal government announced that it would provide a grant of $580,000 to the National Trust to restore the house.
Claude de Bernales was a mining entrepreneur who in 1911 bought Attorney-General Richard Pennefather’s 1898 Federation Queen Anne house, naming it Overton Lodge. In 1936 he rebuilt it in Inter-war Spanish Mission style. It was bought by the Town of Cottesloe in 1950 and renamed the Cottesloe War Memorial Town Hall and Civic Centre.
Former West Coast Eagles premiership player Chris Mainwaring lived in Cottesloe before his death on 1 October 2007.
