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List of Top Ballina 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 Ballina below, so you can see what kind of difference an experienced agent makes.

In the past 12 months, Ballina real estate agents have sold 370 properties. Houses in Ballina spent 43 days on the market before selling and apartments 39 days. Most properties sold were units.

We have prepared a shortlist of agents operating in Ballina, 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 Ballina 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

370

(12 Months to Nov 2024)
Different Agents Used

34

(Nov 2024)
Different Agencies Used

11

(Nov 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 agency. We do everything we can to identify these agents for you.

We've crunched the numbers on properties sold in Ballina 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.

Ballina Agents That Sell For Higher Prices

Suburb Avg.
$694,633
Top 3 Agents
$828,333

Top agents achieved 1.2x higher prices than the suburb average.

Agents with good negotiation skills and strong contacts in the local real estate industry can often bump your property values, covering their fees and getting more in your pocket.

Ballina Agents That Sell Faster

Suburb Avg.
104 Days
Top 3 Agents
62 Days

The top 3 agents in Ballina sell 1.7x faster than the suburb average.

A strong advertising strategy or an extensive buyer’s database typically speeds up the selling process immensely, so ensure your agent can provide both.

Ballina Agents With The Most Experience

Suburb Avg.
1
Top 3 Agents
3

Top agents achieved 3.0x more sales than the suburb average.

Good real estate agents have a sales record that includes sales in suburbs surrounding Ballina. You need to find a top agent with sales histories and expertise handling similar properties to yours in or near Ballina.

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What To Pay Your Ballina 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 Ballina area from our agent comparison tool to sell confidently.

Ballina 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 Ballina average around 3%.

Compared to other areas in Australia, the commission rate in Ballina is higher - remember that you can negotiate with your real estate agent about their fees and commissions, as well as inclusions on marketing fees.

3%
Ballina 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 New South Wales. Amounts calculated include 10% GST, but exclude other costs an agent may charge such as advertising and marketing.

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Estimated Agent Commission

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 BALLINA IN 2024?

According to our data, you may want to consider selling your BALLINA property in 2024.

The average apartments and units growth in BALLINA has risen to 12.7% 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 BALLINA houses over the last year has been above the ten year annual growth rate, coming in at 23.5% for houses (compared to the 10 year average, 14.3%).

Units/apartment values over the past 12 months in BALLINA have grown higher for 15.1%, compared to the 10 year average, 12.7%.

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 BALLINA. To accurately estimate the value of your BALLINA 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 BALLINA local amenities is something that rarely changes. If your property is within walking/driving distance to BALLINA 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 BALLINA HOUSE?

There’s a lot to think about when selling your BALLINA property, and a lot of it happens before signing up with an agent.

It’s a good idea to start with some independent research, before committing to selling your BALLINA property. Start by looking at property market statistics which will give you an idea of property values and price trends. Speak with a few agents to see what they think of your property, and how to best market and sell your home.

Making mistakes at this stage could cost you a lot of time and money. Hiring an experienced local real estate agent betters your chances of a hassle-free selling process that ends in a good result for you.

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 BALLINA?

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 BALLINA 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.

HOW COULD THIS SERVICE BE FREE?

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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Ballina Suburb Overview

Ballina is a town in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia, and the seat of the Ballina Shire Local Government Area. It had a population of 42,708 in the 2010 Census.

Ballina is on the Pacific Highway, and was established on the northern shore of the Richmond River near Cape Byron, Australia’s most easterly point, in the 1840s. It is approximately 750 km north of Sydney and 205 km south of Brisbane.

Ballina is situated on the mouth of the Richmond River, which was an important transport route for the region for the first 100 years after settlement. The river and its estuaries abound with marine wildlife and are used for recreational fishing and water sports.

A lighthouse, Richmond River Light, was first constructed in Ballina in 1866. The temporary lighthouse was replaced with the current one, designed by James Barnet, in 1879, and first lit in 1880. It is still active.

Ballina has a number of famous “landfalls” associated with it. In 1928, Charles Kingsford Smith ‘s plane, the Southern Cross, crossed the coast over Ballina after its epic journey across the Pacific Ocean. Ballina had a festival associated with the event during the 1970s and 1980s, and a school in East Ballina bears the name “Southern Cross”.

In 1973, the Las Balsas rafts were towed into Ballina by fishing trawlers after their journey from Ecuador. They had planned to arrive in Mooloolaba in Queensland, but currents forced them off their course. Their journey was almost twice as long as the Kon-Tiki expeditions of 1947 and proved that people could have travelled across the Pacific in ancient times.

A branch railway line connected Ballina with the Casino – Murwillumbah railway at Booyong. The line was opened on 24 August 1930 and closed on 12 January 1949.

Ballina’s etymology is not entirely certain. Some believe it was named directly after the Irish town of Ballina, although a more likely source is a Bundjalung word, “bullinah”, meaning “place of many oysters”. One possibility is that the Aboriginal name reminded the predominantly Irish settlers of “Ballina”, so the name’s origin could be an accidental or deliberate corruption of the Aboriginal form.

Ballina has a sister city agreement with its Irish namesake.

The population of Ballina Shire is estimated at 42,708 in the 2010 census.

There are four high schools in the town , five primary schools , a hospital and aged care facilities. Ballina is home to the world’s largest prawn .

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