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List of Top Sandy Bay 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 Sandy Bay below, so you can see what kind of difference an experienced agent makes.
In the past 12 months, Sandy Bay real estate agents have sold 244 properties. Houses in Sandy Bay spent 20 days on the market before selling and apartments 14 days. Most properties sold were houses.
We have compiled a list of agents that are based in Sandy Bay. 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 Sandy Bay 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
244
(12 Months to Mar 2024)Different Agents Used
30
(Mar 2024)Different Agencies Used
10
(Mar 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 Sandy Bay 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.
Sandy Bay Agents That Sell For Higher Prices
Suburb Avg.
$1,284,582
Top 3 Agents
$1,480,738
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.
Sandy Bay Agents That Sell Faster
Suburb Avg.
80 Days
Top 3 Agents
47 Days
The top 3 agents in Sandy Bay sell 1.7x faster than the suburb average.
Find an agent that can create an advertising strategy specially crafted for your Sandy Bay property. Additionally, the agent with a strong list of potential buyers can prospect and negotiate a sale early in the campaign.
Sandy Bay Agents With The Most Experience
Suburb Avg.
1
Top 3 Agents
4
Top agents achieved 4.0x more sales than the suburb average.
Good real estate agents have a sales record that includes sales in suburbs surrounding Sandy Bay. You need to find a top agent with sales histories and expertise handling similar properties to yours in or near Sandy Bay.
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What To Pay Your Sandy Bay 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 Sandy Bay area from our agent comparison tool to sell confidently.
Sandy Bay 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 Sandy Bay average around 2.8%.
Compared to other areas in Australia, the commission rate in Sandy Bay 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%
Sandy Bay 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 Tasmania. 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 Sandy Bay IN 2024?
According to our data, you may want to consider selling your Sandy Bay property in 2024.
The average houses growth in Sandy Bay has risen to 10.2% 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 Sandy Bay houses over the last year has been below the ten year annual growth rate, coming in at 3.8% for houses (compared to the 10 year average, 10.2%).
Units/apartment values over the past 12 months in Sandy Bay have moved lower for 5.6%, compared to the 10 year average, 7.7%.
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 Sandy Bay. To accurately estimate the value of your Sandy Bay 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 Sandy Bay local amenities is something that rarely changes. If your property is within walking/driving distance to Sandy Bay 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 Sandy Bay HOUSE?
There’s a lot to think about when selling your Sandy Bay property, and a lot of it happens before signing up with an agent.
Initially, you should look at the Sandy Bay 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.
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 Sandy Bay?
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 Sandy Bay 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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Sandy Bay Suburb Overview
Sandy Bay is a suburb of the city of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, located immediately south of the central business district.
The suburb is home to many large homes, and adjoins the waterfront Salamanca area and Battery Point. The suburb is known as one of the city’s prestigious areas. It is also the site of the Hobart campus of the University of Tasmania, Fahan School, The Hutchins School, and Mount Carmel College, Sandy Bay. There is considerable diversity within the suburb. The area surrounding the University of Tasmania is home to much student accommodation. However, the lower areas of Sandy Bay, which are close to the water, are home to Tasmania’s most expensive real estate.
Sandy Bay is accessible via Sandy Bay Road, which runs from Davey Street in the city all the way to the Kingborough municipal boundary at Taroona where it becomes the Channel Highway. Before the construction of the Southern Outlet, the road was the primary route to and from Kingston. It is also accessible via Regent Street, which bypasses the shopping district and goes direct to the University and Lower Sandy Bay.
Australia’s first legal casino, Wrest Point Hotel Casino, was opened in 1973 at the site of the former Wrest Point Riviera hotel.
A former notable resident of Sandy Bay was Australian film actor Errol Flynn. Sandy Bay is bounded by the Derwent River, and the main beach is Nutgrove Beach.
Sandy Bay Post Office opened on 22 April 1852. It was named Queenborough between 1859 and 1878. In the south of the suburb a Lower Sandy Bay office opened in 1885. It was renamed Sandy Bay Lower in 1895, Beachside in 1921 and Sandy Bay Lower in 1968.
At the ABS 2006 census, Sandy Bay had a population of 11,332 people. This was an increase of 453 people from the 2001 census.
Sandy Bay residents had a median age of 38, compared to the Hobart median of 39. Median individual incomes in Sandy Bay were above average for the region
There is considerable diversity within the suburb. One of Sandy Bay’s census collection districts, based around the University of Tasmania and representing 1,131 people or 10% of the population, has a median age of 23 and an average income of $218, with almost three-quarters of the population in some form of education. Over 20% of the district’s population is from Malaysia or China, compared to 5.7% in the suburb generally. At the other end of the scale, 59% of the suburb’s population live in CCDs with median incomes above $500, with some significantly above this, especially in the Lower Sandy Bay district.
The most popular religious affiliations in descending order in the 2006 census were Anglican, no religion, Roman Catholic, Uniting and Buddhism. Parishes for the Anglican and Catholic churches have existed in the suburb since 1922 and 1934 respectively.
