Market Update
Our exclusive review of what's been happening in local real estate in the last quarter
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Terry Digger Principal | Licensee 0417 760 669 terry digger@ccfn com au
Jason Stalgis Principal | Licensee 0403 648 375 jason.stalgis@ccfn.com.au
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GERRINGONG 119FernSt p42341911
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4 MARKET STATISTICS
A summary for the region
7
RECENT PROPERTY SALES
Our sales for January to March 2023
12 PROPERTIES FOR SALE
Our current listings as at 1st April 2023
24
AWARDS
Our agencies and team awards this quarter
26 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
What's been happening in the last quarter.
35
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
What's been happening in the last quarter
38 COAST & COUNTRY HOLIDAYS
A selection of our holiday properties
44 LOCAL COMMUNITIES
Community involvement and sponsorship
Statists sourced via: Corelogic/realestate com au
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CONTENTS
2023 is well-underway, it’s hard to believe we are already in April.
General enquiries increased and open homes saw a surge in buyer activity as they resurface from the holiday period As far as 2023 is looking, there is light at the end of the tunnel as far as interest rate rises are concerned This will no doubt help with buyer confidence, and we expect a flow of more engaged buyers as the year progresses.
We have started the year with an abundance of fantastic sales! Feature sales of the past quarter include; Ryan Stalgis negotiating 110 Headland Drive, Gerroa for a spectacular $5,100,000, Terry Digger and Abbey Murphy achieving a street record at 3 Alison Street, Kiama for $1,375,000 and Claire Nunn achieved an outstanding street record of $1,635,000 for 19 Mathews Street, Shoalhaven Heads! We still have plenty of amazing
From our Principals
properties on the market today, and we would love to help you find your dream property
The exciting news continues for our team! We're incredibly proud to announce that our First National Coast & Country team have won Agency of the Year 2023 for the following suburbs, Gerringong, Gerroa and Werri Beach This is our 6th Year in a row winning Agency of the year for Gerringong! We want to thank all our vendors and buyers for writing such kind words about your real estate experiences with our team.
Another huge congratulations to First National Coast & Country Principal Jason Stalgis for winning Agent of the Year for Gerringong and Sales Agent Ryan Stalgis for winning Agent of the Year for Gerroa
We also attended the First National NSW Gem Awards in February and
achieved awards across the board including: Highest Gross Commercial Sales and Leasing Award, Magnificent 7 Sales Office of the Year Award & outstanding sales performance awards were achieved across the board by our sales team
We have a range of beautiful holiday homes in our local area through Coast & Country holidays, these are booking out fast and we expect a busy school holiday period ahead.
We hope you enjoy this update, and we hope it inspires you to make your next property decision with us.
TERRY DIGGER | JASON STALGIS PRINCIPALS
C O A S T & C O U N T R Y
Region Results - Houses
Median house price 6 months
Average days on market
Houses sold last 12 mths
$0 $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 Kiama 87 KiamaDowns 62 Gerringong 44 ShoalhavenHds 39 KiamaHeights 10 Jamberoo 10 Gerroa 10 KiamaHgts 122 ShoalhavenHds 98 Gerringong 70 KiamaDowns 64 Kiama 64 Jamberoo 49 Gerroa 37
Kiama Kiama Downs Kiama Heights Gerringong Gerroa Jamberoo Shoalhaven Heads $1,081,500 $1,500,000 $2,983,333 $1,390,275 $1,648,571 $1,308,109 $1,544,310 COAST & COUNTRY PROPERTY NEWS 4
Source:Corelogicandrealestatecomau
Region Results - Units
COAST & COUNTRY PROPERTY NEWS 5
$0 $250,000 $500,000 $750,000 $1,000,000 $1,250,000
$574,813 $770,000 $905,000 $1,172,955 Kiama Gerringong Shoalhaven Hds Kiama 71 ShoalhavenHds 16 Gerringong 8 KiamaDowns 2 ShoalhavenHds 56 Kiama 55 KiamaDowns 31 Gerringong 26
sold last 12 mths
days on market
Median unit price
Units
Average
Anonymous Home is where your story begins
Our Recent Sales JANUARY-MARCH2023
SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD 15 Towers Road SHOALHAVEN HEADS $1,000,000 Cl i N n 3 3 2 2/16 Greta Street GERRINGONG $970,000 - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux 2 2 1 9/154 Fern Street GERRINGONG $905,000 - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux 2 1 2 86 Kiarama Avenue KIAMA DOWNS $1,900,000 - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy 5 2 4 SOLD SOLD SOLD 3 Alison Street KIAMA $1,375,000 - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy 3 3 2 7 Millewa Avenue GERRINGONG $1,150,000 - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux 2 1 2 Street Record 3/155 Scott Street SHOALHAVEN HEADS $725,000 - Claire Nunn 2 1 2 56 Riverleigh Avenue GERROA $2,750,000 - Ryan Stalgis 3 2 SOLD 56 Burnett Avenue GERRINGONG $1,400,000 - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux 4 2 3 Street Record COAST & COUNTRY PROPERTY NEWS 8 5 Turpentine Street KIAMA $1,185,000 - David Hall & Terry Digger 3 2 2 2/33 Old Saddleback Road KIAMA Contact Agent - Andy Wharton 2 2 2 110 Headland Drive GERROA $5,100,000 - Ryan Stalgis 3 2 4
FIRST NATIONAL COAST & COUNTRY CONTINUE TO BREAK RECORD, AFTER RECORD
13 GROUPS INSPECTED
OVER 30 BUYER ENQUIRES
$295K ABOVE PREVIOUS STREET RECORD
Street Record
$1,375,000
15 GROUPS INSPECTED OVER 40 BUYER ENQUIRES
$155K ABOVE PREVIOUS STREET RECORD
Street Record
5 TURPENTINE STREET, KIAMA $1,185,000
3 ALISON STREET, KIAMA
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Claire Nunn 0402 294 992 claire.nunn@ccfn.com.au
4/64 Manning Street KIAMA Contact Agent - Andy Wharton 2 1 1 SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD 27 Hillside Drive ALBION PARK $865,000 Cl i N 3 2 2 2a Cedar Ridge Road KIAMA $1,250,000 - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy 4 2 2 4/129 Terralong Street KIAMA $590,000 - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy 2 1 2 SOLD SOLD SOLD 35 Woolstencraft Street SHOALHAVEN HEADS $877,000 - Claire Nunn 2 1 1 1/43 Tombonda Drive KIAMA $1,325,000 - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy 3 2 2 18B McIntosh Street SHOALHAVEN HEADS $975,000 - Claire Nunn 3 2 1 Street Record JANUARY-MARCH2023 19 Mathews Street SHOALHAVEN HEADS $1,635,000- Claire Nunn 4 2 2 65 River Road SHOALHAVEN HEADS Contact Agent - Claire Nunn 3 2 2 Click here Read more about our recent sales. COAST & COUNTRY PROPERTY NEWS 11
Our Properties For Sale
First National Coast & Country is the longest-serving real estate team in the area. Having operated throughout Kiama, Gerringong and Shoalhaven Heads for 30 years, we are proud to offer the largest and most experienced real estate group of professionals, working hard to provide you with the best service and local knowledge. Over the next eight pages, we have showcased our latest properties for sale. Whilst this is up to date at the time of publication, our listings are forever changing. Contact us today to enquire about our latest and upcoming properties for sale.
Golfers Parade, Kiama Downs
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Tastefully finished and less than 700 metres to town centre this single level 4 bedroom home is certainly worth a look The view out over farmland and escarpment is evident from the moment you walk through your front door and can be enjoyed from all areas where you sit and relax
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3 3 1
Fern Street, Gerringong
Located in a tightly held pocket of Beachside Kiama Downs with direct access and overlooking the spectacular Kiama golf course this master built home is set to impress Boasting a gorgeous north facing aspect and designed to capture the magnificent fairway views, sunshine, and coastal breezes
”Fairway Views ” Terry Digger 0417 760 669 terry.digger@ccfn.com.au Offers Invited Abbey Murphy 0423 596 724 abbey.murphy@ccfn.com.au ”Surprises everywhere ” Joe Dignam 0422 270 341 joe dignam@ccfn com au For Sale
$1,235,000
8/33 Shoalhaven Street, Kiama
Perfectly positioned in the town centre, this apartment is surrounded by the best Kiama has to offer, amazing restaurants, cafes, rockpools, parks and markets Step outside and enjoy the stunning views of the harbour or take a stroll along the waterfront promenade
5 Mathews Street, Shoalhaven Heads 4 2
This ultimate family residence is situated on a sought-after street in Shoalhaven Heads The perfect family lifestyle, only minutes from the stunning Shoalhaven River and Seven Mile Beach This solid-built home boasts a versatile layout, perfect for a large or growing families
$1,200,000
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”Harbour front apartment ” Terry Digger 0417 760 669 terry.digger@ccfn.com.au New to Market Abbey Murphy 0423 596 724 abbey.murphy@ccfn.com.au ”Views and more! ” Claire Nunn 0402 294 992 claire nunn@ccfn com au For Sale
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$1,100,000
FOXGROUND
15 Free Selectors Road
3 1 2
$2,350,000 - $2,450,000 - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux
KIAMA DOWNS
14 Golfers Parade
3 3 2
Offers Invited - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy
KIAMA
5 Pike Place
3 2 2
$1,150,000 - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy
SHOALHAVEN HEADS
59 Scott Street
2 1 1
New to Market - Claire Nunn
GERRINGONG
7 Illoura Place
4 3 6
$1,700,000 - $1,800,000 -Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux
GERROA
76 Stafford Street
4 3 2
New to Market - Ryan Stalgis
45 Surfleet Place
2 1 2
KIAMA New to Market - Claire Nunn & Aimee Longbottom
SHOALHAVEN HEADS
17 Boyd Street
4 3 2
$1,100,000 - $1,180,000 - Claire Nunn
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JAMBEROO
13 Beattie Street
4 3 1
$1,275,000 - $1,325,000 - Terry Digger & David Hall
SHOALHAVEN HEADS
2/155 Scott Street
2 1 1
$760,000 - $790,000 - Claire Nunn
KIAMA DOWNS
8 Cullen Drive
4 2 1
$1,100,000 - $1,150,000 - Angie Ritchie
GERRINGONG
10/146-152 Fern Street
3 2
2
$1,165,000 - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux
KIAMA
7 Pheasant Point Drive
4 3 2
For Sale by Tender - Andy Wharton
KIAMA
5 Hartwell Crescent
5 3 4
Contact Agent - Andy Wharton
311/2 Minnamurra Street
KIAMA 1 1
$335,000 - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy
12 Renown Avenue
SHOALHAVEN HEADS 3 1 1
$1,100,000 - Claire Nunn COAST & COUNTRY PROPERTY NEWS 16
Privately situated well back from the road, this architect designed home offers exceptional family living An innovative design maximises light and space, whilst an excellent floorplan allows an easy flow through the multiple living zones
Dating back to the early 1900s, and set on an elevated 739sqm block within 200m of Kiama's iconic Surf Beach, this gorgeous home has been lovely renovated From the moment you step through the front door, the unique qualities of this stunning home reveal themselves
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Gerringong
2 VIEW PROPERTY
41 Belinda Street,
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27 Barney Street, Kiama 4 2
”One of a kind Home ” Jason Stalgis
For Sale$1,690,000 Kim Vaux 0403
kim.vaux@ccfn.com.au ”Classic Kiama Cottage ” Angie Ritchie 0403 134 813 angie.ritchie@ccfn.com.au For SaleContact Agent 1 2
0403 648 375 jason.stalgis@ccfn.com.au
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GERRINGONG
27 Willawa Avenue
3 3 2
$1,700,000 - $1,800,000 - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux
SHOALHAVEN HEADS
195/47 Shoalhaven Heads Road
2 2 1
Contact Agent - Claire Nunn
GERROA
92 Crooked River Road
Land size: 1,060sqm
Contact Agent - Ryan Stalgis
GERRINGONG
4 Neptune Street
KIAMA DOWNS
31 Cliff Drive
5 2 1
Contact Agent - Claire Nunn
KIAMA
35 Marsden Street
6 3 2
$2,500,000 - $2,600,000 - Andy Wharton
KIAMA
16 Love Street
3 2 2
2
4 2 New to Market - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux
Offers Invited - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy
WILLOW VALE
141 Willowvale Road
4 3 2
Contact Agent - Angie Ritchie
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GERRINGONG
47 Burnett Avenue
4 2 2
New to Market - Ryan Stalgis
SHOALHAVEN HEADS
1/145 Scott Street
3 2 2
New to Market - Claire Nunn
KIAMA
85 Tingira Crescent
4 3 1
$3,600,000 - $3,790,000 - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy
GERRINGONG
1/3 Noble Street
3 3 2
Contact Agent - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux
GERRINGONG
12 Union Way
SHOALHAVEN HEADS
9/90-92 Jerry Bailey Road
$1,400,000 - $1,500,000 - Jason Stalgis & Kim Vaux
$595,000 - $615,000 - Claire Nunn 2 1 1
SHOALHAVEN HEADS
Address available on request
Land Size: 1,841sqm
Contact Agent - Claire Nunn
WERRI BEACH
4 2 1 4 3 2
122 Renfrew Road
Contact Agent - Joe Digna
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COAST
KIAMA
15A Caliope Street
3 2 2
New to Market - Andy Wharton
SHOALHAVEN HEADS
131 Jerry Bailey Road
4 2 4
LONG BEACH
79 Northcove Road
$1,695,000 - Claire Nunn 4 2 2
KIAMA
50 Saddleback Mountain Road
Expressions of Interest - Angie Ritchie 5 4 8
2 Surfleet Avenue
KIAMA Contact Agent - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy
KIAMA
10 Bong Bong Street
$3,711,000 - $3,950,000 - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy 3 2 2
21a Hothersal Street
Land Size: 537sqm
KIAMA Auction if not sold prior - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy
GERRINGONG
197 Willowvale Road
Offers Invited - Terry Digger & Abbey Murphy
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COAST
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Principal/Sales JASON STALGIS Principal/Sales TERRY DIGGER Sales Agent ANGIE RITCHIE Sales Agent RYAN STALGIS Sales Agent CLAIRE NUNN Sales Agent ANDY WHARTON Sales Agent DAVID HALL Sales Agent KIM VAUX Sales Agent JOE DIGNAM Sales Associate to Terry Digger ABBEY MURPHY Sales Support STEPHANIE BUDD COAST & COUNTRY PROPERTY NEWS 21 Sales Team Sales Support LILLI WILLIAMS Sales Agent AIMEE LONGTBOTTOM Sales Associate NANA COBURN
A word from our clients...
KNOWLEDGEABLE,
FRIENDLY AND HONEST
2/16 Greta Street, Gerringong L Nicholls - Purchaser
Jason Stalgis
Jason made the process of buying my unit much easier than I thought it would be. He was very knowledgeable, always available to answer my questions and guided me through the process in a professional yet friendly manner
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
5 Spec Lane, Gerringong
L & M Fownes
Joe has been an exceptional real estate agent to deal with for the sale of our home He has been extremely professional, patient and helpful in answering all of our questions throughout the process. Joe kept us updated regularly with excellent communication and strived to achieve the best possible outcome.
PROFESSIONAL AND HONEST
Ryan Stalgis
POSITIVE SELLING EXPERIENCE
1/16
This is our second time selling with Terry and would happily sell with him again. It is clear Terry is passionate about his work and that he has a sound understanding on the local property market The communication we received was great as we were updated every step of the way, which was very reassuring!
EXCELLENT KNOWLEDGE
15 Pacific Avenue, Werri Beach J & L West - Vendors
Ryan has been thoroughly professional throughout the listing and sales process He has an excellent knowledge of the local property market and has his "fingers on the pulse" in understanding the requirements of potential buyers. Ryan is an enthusiastic, honest and approachable person and I would be more than happy to deal with him again in the future.
OUTSTANDING
Claire Nunn
Claire was very professional and honest Often not the qualities displayed by real estate people. Claire was very professional and always willing to answer any questions. My situation was complex, but she kept all parties involved with regular information.
VERY PROFESSIONAL
19 Tate Place, Jamberoo K Oborn - Vendor
David Hall
David has good knowledge of the local market We found him to be professional and easy to communicate with and he always respected our wishes. David provided regular updates on how our sale was going and we felt that we could contact him at anytime.
EXCEEDED MY EXPECTATIONS
Aimee and the CCFN team were a delight to work with on my recent purchase. Attentive, accommodating and professional, they offered assistance and clear explanations in every step of my buying process. They have exceeded my expectations and I would highly recommend their services to all
I have met many Real Estate agents in my search for a home Angie was simple amazing in all aspects of the sale. Angie was honest, she treated us with the utmost respect. Angie was prompt in all her communication. I highly recommend First National Real Estate Gerringong, especially Angie and Jason. Keep up the good work and thanks once again Angie
VERY
This was my second transaction with Andy Wharton and it was as professional and pleasant as the first Both were executed with ease Andy listened and understood my needs and equally appreciated what his purchasers required. His style makes doing business with him a pleasure. He has very good knowledge of his market.
CLEAR COMMUNICATION
Kim was an excellent communicator and kept us informed all the way through the buying process. She was very flexible with follow up visits & accomodating with our requests. I would highly recommend Kim if you're considering listing your property for sale. She treats buyers with respect and communicates clearly
Willowbank Place, Gerringong Cassie - Vendor
Terry Digger
19 Mathews Street, Shoalhaven Heads
I Carter - Vendor
- Vendor
Joe Dignam
13 Sharwood Place, Gerringong B & M Doherty - Purchasers
Angie Ritchie
A Duong - Purchaser
Aimee Longbottom
9/3 O'Keefe Place, Kiama A Keating - Vendor
Andy Wharton
HAPPY VENDOR
21a Cedar Ridge Road, Kiama H & D O'Brien - Purchasers
Kim Vaux
Our Sales Team Putting You First
FIRST CLASS LOCAL AGENT
56 Burnett Avenue, Gerringong
F Simmer - Vendor
Jason Stalgis
We had a great experience with Jason and highly value his local knowledge and composure for our sale Jason and the team at Coast & Country made sure we achieved the best possible outcome in this changing market
EXCELLENT
COMMUNICATOR
23 Blackwood Street, Gerringong
K Hancock - Vendor
Joe Dignam
This is the second property Joe has sold for us. He provided up to date information on the value of the property enabling us to set a realistic value. Joe kept us informed on a regular basis and this provided us with excellent feedback I would definitely recommend Joe to any prospective vendor
SIMPLY THE BEST!
3/155 Scott Street, Shoalhaven Heads
N Simpson - Vendor
Claire Nunn
I would highly recommend anyone selling their house to list with Claire. Highly professional at all times, Claire made me feel confident about selling my property in a tough market, put me at ease with her positivity and responded quickly to phone calls and correspondence If you want to deal with an agent who is realistic, positive and has the best negotiation skills, engage Claire as your agent.
A VENDOR’S PERSPECTIVE
19 Tate Place, Jamberoo
K Oborn - Vendor
David Hall
I chose David Hall to be my Agent on the sale of my property because he impressed me with his knowledge of the local selling market. David’s communication was excellent and he was always available to answer all my questions. I would recommend David to any prospective Vendors or Purchasers
EXPRESSION
OF GRATITUDE
7 Millewa Avenue, Gerringong
R & L Johnston - Purchaser
Nana Coburn
This purchase was smooth and uncomplicated The experience was somewhat different to other property purchases we have undertaken The agents involved did not flood us with selling features of the home, we made our own decisions in that regard. Jason, Kim and Nanna, were obliging at all times.
Terry Digger
HONEST
AND
ACCOMODATING
86 Kiarama Avenue, Kiama Downs
A & T Russell - Purchaser
Terry has a calming presence and was very generous with his time to answer questions and provide explanations of the next steps in the buying process. He is honest and acts with integrity. We would highly recommend Terry, Abbey and the whole team at First National Coast and Country at Kiama
GREAT RESULT
24 Riverleigh Avenue, Gerroa
N Hawke - Vendor
Ryan's experience in Gerroa property proved very helpful in getting a good result in a challenging time with our property. He provided honest and useful advice, helped to get the property ready and targeted the sale well. I would definitely seek his involvement if we need an agent in this area again
PROFESSIONAL AND RESPONSIVE
65 Pacific Avenue, Werri Beach
N Mace & P Christie - Purchasers
Angie is trusted advisor who cares for her clients She is professional, knowledgeable and reliable Angie’s brilliant communication skills mean you are supported the entire process of selling or buying a house. I could not recommend a better agent to work with
HELPFUL AND INFORMATIVE
4/64 Manning Street, Kiama
B Jones - Purchaser
Andy Wharton
We really enjoyed meeting Andy! And that part aside he is a great agent. He was very helpful, clear and informative. He genuinely shared our excitement when we purchased and his contact and assistance has continued after We’d thoroughly recommend Andy as an agent!
GREAT LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
6 Michael Crescent, Kiama Downs
B & M Henderson - Vendors
Abbey Murphy
Terry and Abbey were great agents from First National Coast and Country Kiama. We needed extra help with selling our property remotely and Terry and his team were really helpful in providing local trade recommendations for traders that prioritized their availability to us due to Terry’s referral. We would recommend and use Terry and Abbey again.
Ryan Stalgis
Angie Ritchie
REINSW AWARD WINNERS
No 1. Residential Sales Team NSW
OurteamatFirstNationalCoastandCountryattendedtheREIANationalAwards inMarchwhichwasheldattheCrownBallroominPerth!
TheRealEstateInstituteNSWhasrecognisedoutstandingindustryachievement, crowningthewinnersofits2022REINSWAwardsforExcellence.
AhugeCongratulationstoourteamforbeing
FINALISTOF THERESIDENTIALSALES TEAMFORAUSTRALIA and WINNERSOFTHERESIDENTIALSALES TEAMofNSW!
TheseawardsarethebiggestandmostrespectedindustryawardsinAUSTRALIA!
Theeventcelebratesthebest,bravest,andbrightestworkacrosstheindustry!We weresogratefultobefinalistsintheResidentialSalesTeamcategory,winningthe NSWaward!Welldonetoouramazingteamandthankyoutoallourveryvalued clientsfortheircontinuedsupport!
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RATEMYAGENT AGENCY OF THE YEAR WINNERS
Six Years In A Row, Agency of the Year
We're incredibly proud to announce that our First National Coast & Country team have won Agency of the Year 2023 for the following suburbs, Gerringong, Gerroa and Werri Beach. This is our 6th Year in a row winning Agency of the year for Gerringong, congratulations to all our hard working sales agents! The Rate My Agent of The Year Awards is Australia's most significant real estate award. The only industry awards put the clients' needs first, with verified customer reviews as the agent and agency success indicator.
We want to thank our team for their dedication, integrity and professionalism. Without our incredible team, this wouldn't be possible. Most importantly, thank you to all our vendors and buyers for writing such kind words about your real estate experiences with our team. Another huge congratulations to First National Coast & Country Principal Jason Stalgis for winning Agent of the Year for Gerringong and Sales Agent Ryan Stalgis for winning Agent of the Year for Gerroa. All incredible achievements, well-done team!
Agency of the Year FIRSTNATIONAL COAST&COUNTRY Gerringong Agent of the Year FIRSTNATIONAL COAST&COUNTRY Jason Stalgis Agent of the Year FIRSTNATIONAL COAST&COUNTRY Ryan Stalgis Agency of the Year FIRSTNATIONAL COAST&COUNTRY Gerroa Agency of the Year FIRSTNATIONAL COAST&COUNTRY Werri Beach Agency of the Year Winners 2018,2019, 2020, 2021,2022, 2023
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COAST & COUNTRY PROPERTY NEWS 26
Property Management
Region ResultsRental Properties
Rental Market Update
As the interest rates have risen this year we have seen landlords starting to move back into their own properties due to soaring costs of maintaining a rental property. With people still lining up to move into the region, affordability has become difficult for some local residents. At the moment the current market is stable with not a lot of movement by tenants, partly due to the lack of options available and as tenants are choosing to stay in their current rentals and absorb any rent increase that they may receive passed on by landlords due to increasing rate rises.
Median Rent last 12 months
Source:Corelogicandrealestatecomau
FORLEASE 18a McIntosh Street, Shoalhaven Heads $ 3 2 1 FORLEASE 1/31 Tarrant Avenue, Kiama Downs $550 k A M i Fi hb 2 1 1 FORLEASE 56 Jupiter Street, Gerringong $620 per week - Deb Peters 3 1 Houses Median Rent Kiama Units Median Rent $560 Median Rent $682 Median Rent Gerringong Units Median Rent $580 Median Rent $695 Houses Median Rent Shoalhaven Hds Units Median Rent $530 Median Rent $597 Houses COAST & COUNTRY PROPERTY NEWS 27
Achieving Top Rental Results
Off Market
56 FERN STREET, GERRINGONG $725 PER WEEK
Great Result
7/96 JERRY BAILEY ROAD, SHOALHAVEN HEADS $680 PER WEEK
Great Result
23A FARMER STREET, KIAMA $725 PER WEEK
Off Market
46 PACIFIC AVENUE, GERRINGONG $820 PER WEEK
4Bed|2Bath|2Parking
3Bed|2Bath|2Parking
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7A BLAIR STREET, GERRINGONG $670 PER WEEK
Great Result
We put you first
5 WHATMAN PLACE, MILTON $
Great Result
158A FERN STREET, GERRINGONG $640 PER WEEK
Off Market
4/9 MORROW STREET, GERRINGONG $720 PER WEEK
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Leased from first Open Home
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Five Tips for renting your Investment Property
COAST & COUNTRY PROPERTY NEWS 30
Hereareourtop5tipsthatwillassistinensuringyourpropertywillattractthemost enquiry,meetlegislativerequirements,attractthehighestrentandminimiseyourvacancy period:
Presentation
Firstimpressionslastsoitisimportantthatfromthemomentyouhave yourphotostakenthepropertylooksappealingandstandsout.At inspectionsalwaysensurethatdoors&blindsareopen,lightsareturned onandthatthepropertyoverallistidy.
Inclusions
2 3 4 5
DISCLAIMER
Whatmayseemlikeadditionalmaintenancetolandlords,prospective tenantsarelookingforpropertiesthatcomewithinclusionsthatmake theirlivingconditionsmorecomfortable.Simplethingslikebuiltin wardrobes,dishwashers,dryersandevenairconditionersarenow becominghighontheprioritylistwhenprospectivetenantsarelooking forproperties.
Maintenance
Prospectivetenantswillhesitateaboutrentingapropertythathas obvioussignsofrepairs&maintenanceneedingattention.Thismay includebutnotbelimitedtoensuringlawns&gardensarekeptneat& tidy,anysignsofmouldormildewarerectifiedandattendtoanyleaking taps.Rememberthatregularimprovementstoyourpropertywillonly increasethevalueandinsomecasesaretaxdeductiblesoyoucanget moreoutofyourinvestment.
Cleanliness
Ifyouarerentingoutyourinvestmentpropertyforthefirsttime consideringengagingaprofessionalcleanertoundertakeagoodspring cleanoftheproperty.Notonlyareyouensuringthepropertyisthen wellpresentedyouaresettinganexpectationtothenewtenantsthat thisishowyouexpectthepropertyreturnedtoyouwhentheyvacate.
Keys&SecurityDevices
Itisimportantthatyouensurealllocksareinworkingorderandyou haveakeyforeverylockrequiredattheproperty.Thisincludesbutis notlimitedtoaccessdoors,windows,letterboxetc.Inaddition,any securitydevicesorremotesshouldbecheckedtoensuretheyare workingandensureyouhaveenoughkeyssoeverytenantnotedon theleasecanreceiveacopy.
Thefollowingadviceisofageneralnatureonlyandintendedasabroadguide.Theadviceshouldnotberegardedaslegal,financialorrealestate advice Youshouldmakeyourowninquiriesandobtainindependentprofessionaladvicetailoredtoyourspecificcircumstancesbeforemaking anylegal,financialorrealestatedecisions
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A word from our clients...
Courteous, honest, and professional
We have always found Deb to be courteous, honest, professional and goes out of her way to assist us in any matters relating to our property. She always is available for any query we may have and will always follow it up immediately. We have a good communion between us and she always keeps us up to date on any matters relating to our property.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Deb to family and friends for the management of their rental property’s.
Efficient and Reliable
Anne-Marie has been a fantastic rental property manager. She is extremely professional, quick to respond and a great communicator. I am so grateful for all that AnneMarie and the Team at First National Coast and Country Kiama have done to make our journey a great experience
Professional and Friendly!
Lorraine is very responsive to any issues or concerns, she takes action without delay and always follows up with us to ensure a positive outcome. She is also very friendly & her nature is engaging and warm. She has made us feel like family in this small community. Whenever we have had to liaise with any of the team they have all been professional and welcoming and also act quickly.
Greatly Appreciated
Tricia Murdoch was our property manager for over 2 years. We have had dealings with property managers for over 25 years. We found Trisha to be the most responsive and attentive manager to date. Her tenacity to do her job with professional pride was greatly appreciated. Always calm, friendly, knowledgeable and precise. We would thoroughly recommend her. Thank you Tricia for being a delight to deal with.
Professional and a pleasure to deal with
We leased through Vandre over the past three years and found her to be very professional. She always followed up promptly on any requests, kept to appointment times and was very thorough with the inspections. Her expectations were clear and specific on the standards required and she was fair and reasonable. A pleasure to work with.
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Property Management Team
DEBRA MURPHY
Commercial Property Manager
ANNE-MARIE FISHBURN
Property Manager
VANDRE ELITH
Property Manager
DEB PETERS
Property Manager
TRICIA MURDOCH
Property Manager
LORRAINE SHAW
Property Manager
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Admin Team
Accounts/Payroll Officer
PETA WILLIAMS
Sales Support Coordinator
DENI CLARKE
Sales Support Coordinator
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KEARHA O'SULLIVAN
Trust Account Officer
DEBBIE WATTS
Commercial Property
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Debra Murphy has been working here at First National Coast and Country for the past 5 years as our residential property manager and has recently transitioned into our commercial property management role.
Debra has worked in the Real Estate industry for most of her working life and having owned and operated her own Real Estate and Stock and Station Agency for many years she pride's herself on effective communication, accountability and problem solving as being central for a successful working relationship.
Debra is happy to assist you in all your commercial real estate needs.
A word from Deb's clients...
Great experience
I wanted to say how grateful we are for the way Deb Murphy managed the rental of our property in Tanner Place. We have friends who tell horror stories of their rental investment properties and the way they were mismanaged and damaged, but we have no such stories to tell. Deb has been very careful in the recommendation of tenants & in the regular inspections to keep us informed regarding the way it was being looked after. So when we came to sell it there was nothing that needed to be done
Responsive and proactive
I have found Deb Murphy to be a great Property Manager in that she is always responsive, proactive and pleasant to deal with, I am happy for her to manage my properties as it means less for me to do. Deb presents solutions and NOT problems, which makes it easier for me to manage, these comments are based on my dealings with other Property Managers / Real Estate Companies
Absolute superstar
Our property manager Deb Murphy is an absolute superstar. She helped us so much through out our sea change South away from Sydney and I couldn't say enough nice things about her to ne honest. We are now settled and happy as can be. Thanks again Deb.
Always been impressed
Since we moved our leasing arrangements from another agent a few years ago due to poor management of the lease, we have always been impressed with your agency & we have been so pleased with Deb and her role.
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Local Communities
First National Coast & Country proudly sponsoring the Community
Seeing our community thrive is important to us as an organisation, that is why we continue to support as many local organisations as we can. In particular, those who help to promote the health and well being of our local people.
In the last quarter we have proudly supported Gerringong District All Sports for their new community project in upgrading the facilities at Gerry Emery Reserve. It is great cause, and we urge any businesses or individuals to get on board and make a donation.
We are proud continuous sponsors of the Shoalhaven Heads Golf Club and the monthly First National Coast and Country Medal, awarding the winners for A, B and C grades. Locals recently took part in their Shoalhaven Heads golf monthly medal tournament a big congratulations to this month’s winners pictured above. Well done to everyone that competed in this tournament!
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