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List of Top Mount Barker 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 Mount Barker below, so you can see what kind of difference an experienced agent makes.
In the past 12 months, Mount Barker real estate agents have sold 504 properties. Houses in Mount Barker spent 31 days on the market before selling and apartments 30 days. Most properties sold were houses.
We have compiled a list of agents that are based in Mount Barker. It's important to understand that each individual agent has a differing amount of experience and skills, even those working under the same agency. Finding the best real estate agent ensures that you have the necessary resources to sell your property for more and for less hassle.
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 Mount Barker 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
504
(12 Months to Apr 2024)Different Agents Used
48
(Apr 2024)Different Agencies Used
19
(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 Mount Barker 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.
Mount Barker Agents That Sell For Higher Prices
Suburb Avg.
$716,062
Top 3 Agents
$1,036,567
Top agents achieved 1.4x 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.
Mount Barker Agents That Sell Faster
Suburb Avg.
38 Days
Top 3 Agents
24 Days
The top 3 agents in Mount Barker sell 1.6x faster than the suburb average.
Find an agent that can create an advertising strategy specially crafted for your Mount Barker property. Additionally, the agent with a strong list of potential buyers can prospect and negotiate a sale early in the campaign.
Mount Barker Agents With The Most Experience
Suburb Avg.
2
Top 3 Agents
5
Top agents achieved 2.5x more sales than the suburb average.
Top real estate agents in Mount Barker do not usually handle properties in just Mount Barker but also nearby suburbs that might not have similar property markets to Mount Barker. You need a top agent who has a core focus on selling property similar to yours in Mount Barker. Doing this will ensure that your property will sell for a better price and faster.
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What To Pay Your Mount Barker 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 Mount Barker area from our agent comparison tool to sell confidently.
Mount Barker 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 Mount Barker average around 2.8%.
Compared to other areas in Australia, the commission rate in Mount Barker is higher - remember that you can negotiate with your real estate agent about their fees and commissions, as well as inclusions on marketing fees.
2.8%
Mount Barker 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 South 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 Mount Barker IN 2024?
According to our data, you may want to consider selling your Mount Barker property in 2024.
The average houses growth in Mount Barker has risen to 4.5% 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 Mount Barker houses over the last year has been above the ten year annual growth rate, coming in at 19.0% for houses (compared to the 10 year average, 4.5%).
Units/apartment values over the past 12 months in Mount Barker have stayed equal for 7.9%, compared to the 10 year average, 6.1%.
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 Mount Barker. To accurately estimate the value of your Mount Barker 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 Mount Barker local amenities is something that rarely changes. If your property is within walking/driving distance to Mount Barker 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 Mount Barker HOUSE?
There’s a lot to think about when selling your Mount Barker 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 Mount Barker 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 Mount Barker?
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 Mount Barker 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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Mount Barker Suburb Overview
Mount Barker is an expanding city, home to 10 258 residents that is 33 kilometres up the South Eastern Freeway, east of Adelaide, in South Australia. It is the seat of the District Council of Mount Barker, is the largest town in the Adelaide Hills, and is one of the fastest growing areas in the state. Mount Barker is close enough to Adelaide that many people commute there on a daily basis, although it is far enough away from the city that people call it “the country”.
Mount Barker lies at the base of a local mountain of the same name, called the Mount Barker summit by locals. It is 50 kilometres from the Murray River. Mount Barker was traditionally a farming area, and many of the lots just outside the town area are farming lots, although some of them have been replaced with new subdivisions in recent times.
The Mount Barker Summit was first discovered by Captain Collet Barker in 1830, but he was killed by Aborigines in 1831, so Captain Charles Sturt named Mount Barker after him when he founded it in 1834.
Mount Barker is well serviced, with a recently upgraded Police station, a Country Fire Service station, the Adelaide Hills State Emergency Service centre, an Ambulance station, and five bus routes.
Mount Barker is in the federal division of Mayo, and the state electoral districts of Kavel and Heysen, with most of the town in Kavel, and only the south-eastern portion of the town in Heysen. Local Federal Member of Parliament, Jamie Briggs, succeeded former Foreign Affairs Minister, Alexander Downer.
Mount Barker was the epicenter for an Earthquake on 16 April 2010 at 11.35pm local time, the quake registered 3.8 on the Richter scale.
Mount Barker, the mountain, was first sighted by Captain Charles Sturt in 1830, although he thought he was looking at the previously discovered Mount Lofty. Captain Collet Barker corrected this error when he surveyed the area in 1831. Sturt named the mountain in honour of Captain Barker after he was killed later that year by Aborigines, at the Murray Mouth. The mountain was officially recognised by King William IV in 1834, two years before the colonisation of South Australia in 1836. The mountain was first climbed in December 1837 by the explorers Robert Cock, William Finlayson, A. Wyatt and G. Barton, when they passed through the area on their expedition from Adelaide to Lake Alexandrina, although a claim by John Barton Hack that his party of Stuart, John Morphett, bushman Tom Davies and “a gentleman from Hobart Town” were, in 1837, the first white men to climb the hill, is credible.
Mount Barker was originally home to the Peramangk Aboriginal people. The Ngarrindjeri people from the east also used the Summit for ceremonial and burial sites. The Mount Barker Summit is a significant Aboriginal area, and may be one of the most sacred sites near Adelaide. In 1984 the Ngarrindjeri people tried to prevent the building of a police communications tower, and in 1987 they also tried to stop the Telecom tower, although both attempts were not successful.
Mount Barker township was surveyed in 1839 by Duncan McFarlane, who was hoping the area could be used for wheat and grain farming. The land was divided into lots of 80 acres, although farmers didn’t settle until 1844, when John Dunn built the first steam flour mill outside of Adelaide. The flour mill ran for 50 years and is now a tourist attraction. All of the towns major buildings were built soon afterwards, with a post office in 1860 and a police station that was built in 1878. In 1883, the railway line from Adelaide to Strathalbyn was laid, but that line is now discontinued, with the line terminating short of Balhannah, and is used by the SteamRanger historic railway.
Mount Barker has since developed into a large urban centre, which is developing very rapidly. The Mount Barker district council is the area that experienced the fourth largest growth between 1996 and 2006 in South Australia, with an increase of 3,800 new residents. Mount Barker is ranked fifth for fastest growth in South Australia. During the last 10 years, many new subdivisions have been developed, such as Martin-Dale and Waterford. During this period, there has also been an economic boom in Mount Barker and a number of additional malls and shopping centres, such as the recently completed Adelaide Hills Home-maker Centre, with a radio rentals, a Harvey Norman, the new offices for the District Council of Mount Barker. There have also recently been lodged plans for a new shopping centre, which will feature a major department store larger than 4,000 m 2.
Mount Barker is also famous as the place where the value of subterranean clover, Trifolium subterraneum as a fodder crop was discovered, proved and first promoted by A. W. Howard. His property stood at the south-east corner of Princes Highway and Bald Hills Road. Subterranean clover had been known for a very long time in Central and Southern Europe, but was looked upon as a roadside weed. Howard proved the clover to be a valuable fodder plant in some soil types in temperate climates. Subterranean clover revolutionised farming practice, converting many struggling farms into successful livestock holdings.
