James Ledgerwood
James Ledgerwood Always delivering the highest level of professionalism, sales agent James Ledgerwood possesses over 20 years’ experience as a real estate agent dedicated to selling residential homes. James’ clients are often repeat customers, describing him as trustworthy, reliable and a great communicator. From selling Bondi Beach’s best beachfront apartments to family estates in Rose Bay and Vaucluse, he continues to achieve the best prices for his clients regardless of the market conditions. James is a high performing auction agent, consistently delivering great results for clients on auction day. Carefully recruiting and training his team, the James Ledgerwood Team continuously strive to offer a transparent and professional service. James previously lived in Bondi, just recently moving to Dover Heights with his wife and two young children.
0417 927 517 jledgerwood@mcgrath.com.au 35 Knox Street, Double Bay NSW 2028
Meet the Team
Ben Fraser Sales Agent With a transparent approach and focus on achieving outstanding results, sales agent Ben Fraser consistently exceeds his client’s expectations and creates lasting relationships built on trust and communication. Ben grew up in the Eastern Suburbs and attended Scots College, assisting him to provide invaluable local market knowledge. Working in Real Estate since 2018, he has worked alongside experienced market leaders like James Ledgerwood, John McGrath, Craig Pontey and Michael Finger. In 2024, he was named in the Daily Telegraph’s Top NSW Agents under 30. Ben has been described by his clients as professional, honest and a strong communicator, who provides excellent advice and guidance to facilitate a smooth and strategic process of selling your home in the Eastern Suburbs beaches and surrounds.
Carly Wayman Business Manager With 14 years’ experience in real estate, spanning sales, property management, business development and operations, business manager Carly Wayman is a consummate professional who has a deep understanding of all facets of the industry. Managing operations for the James Ledgerwood Team, Carly prides herself on her strong customer service and problemsolving skills. Her exceptional organisation ensures a smooth process for clients from start to finish, from presale works to finalising settlements. Carly has a natural ability to communicate and connect with people, which is reflected in her positive feedback she is consistently receiving from clients.
James’ Credentials
20+ Years selling real estate
$3.1m Average listing value
$11.5m Highest sales price
88% Auction clearance rate
29 Average days on market
Our Process
1. Initial briefing Our role is not only to sell your property; it is to deliver you a premium price. At our initial briefing we’ll discuss your goals, time frame, methods of sale, marketing options and how we can best present your property.
2. Presentation When it comes to evoking an emotional connection and response from prospective buyers that will give you the best opportunity to maximise your sale price, presentation is an essential component. Our dedicated team can coordinate all aspects of pre-sale work for you, including landscaping, painting, property maintenance, flooring and property styling.
3. Pricing & positioning in the market Buyers will generally pay the highest price in the first 30 days. We will discuss relevant recent sales with you to establish a likely starting point for the sale price. We will position the property to attract the best suited target market with the right budget and create competition. Through competitive tension we aim to push the sale of your property beyond the relevant sales towards a premium price.
4. Marketing We will tailor your marketing campaign to your property to reach all local and out of market buyers, both active and passive. We recommend combining beautiful creative elements such as photography and video with accompanying professional copywriting and floor plans to be featured in premium positioning online both on real estate portals and social media. Traditional elements including signboards, brochures, mail cards and local and international print media are also elements that can be essential to a sale campaign.
5. Working with buyers Working with qualified active buyers is one of our strengths. We work closely with those who have recently missed out at auction or made offers on previous properties. They can quite often be the hottest buyers in the market. Through our team’s client list coupled with McGrath Double Bay’s extensive Eastern Suburbs database of buyers and sellers, your property will be presented to thousands of prospective purchasers as soon as it hits the market. Buyers’ agents have become an essential part of Eastern Suburb’s real estate. We contact key buyers’ agents who operate in our marketplace and invite them to present your property to their clients before it hits the market.
6. Finalising the sale Negotiating the final sale price of your home is what sets us apart. Some agents are focused on a sale, sometimes as fast as possible. We are focused on achieving a premium price for you, be that through a competitive preauction sale, an off-market negotiation or working hard for the final bid to exceed your dream price at auction or in post auction negotiations.
What They Say 13 Jaques Avenue, Bondi Beach Sold $9,400,000 “We couldn’t be happier with the result and the way this sale was handled. From the outset, James brought a relaxed, grounded approach that immediately stood out from the usual real estate noise. His process was professional, well considered, and clearly thought through at every step - no hype, no pressure, just calm confidence and solid execution. I highly recommend James.”
23/65-75 Brighton Boulevard, Bondi Beach Sold $5,225,000 “James was outstanding from start to finish. His market knowledge, clear communication, and calm professionalism gave us real confidence throughout the sale. He was always available to answer questions and went above and beyond to ensure a great outcome. We would not hesitate to work with him again and recommend him without reservation.”
15b Lord Howe Street, Dover Heights Sold $9,700,000 “James recently sold our Dover Heights home off-market, and the experience exceeded our expectations. His professionalism and strong negotiation delivered a record price, while his discretion throughout the process gave us complete peace of mind. From start to finish, James handled everything with the utmost care. We couldn’t recommend him more highly.”
25 Tamarama Street, Tamarama Sold $5,350,000 “James was selected as the preferred seller by our buyer’s agent. From the get-go, James gave honest, professional advice. He was clear about his opinion of the market and how it was trending. He communicated regularly through a what’s app group he established. James and his team were a pleasure to work with, they were always easily contactable and willing to help in any they could. I would highly recommend James and his team - Ben/Carly to any prospective sellers.’’
307/180-186 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach Sold $8,700,000 “James recently sold our luxury beachfront apartment — the same property he helped us purchase in 2020. Now on our third transaction together, his professionalism, honesty and tireless commitment to his clients’ best interests never wavers. If you want an agent who genuinely works for you, look no further.”
12 Chamberlain Avenue, Rose Bay Sold $11,500,000 “After more than 40 years in our family home, selling was a big decision. James, Michael & their team made the entire process seamless with their professionalism, guidance, and genuine care. James kept us informed every step, and achieved a fantastic result. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to handle such an important sale.’’
6A Mitchell Street, North Bondi Sold $7,095,000 “On behalf of all the owners of 6A Mitchell St, North Bondi, we were all ecstatic with the outcome and the sale price we achieved for the property. James did an amazing job in his communication, the attention to detail, the continual advice as to the best way to approach the market and his ability to encourage buyers to the property was exceptional. There was no stone left unturned. I would recommend him to anyone that wants to achieve a premium price for their property.”
3/28-30 Simpson Street, Bondi Beach Sold $1,530,000 “James was an absolute pleasure to deal with during the sale of my property. Ben and James make a formidable team. I was constantly updated and provided with feedback throughout the whole campaign. James’s honest and genuine approach kept me feeling comfortable throughout the entirety of the campaign, knowing that I was in the best hands and everything had been done to achieve the best price possible. I would highly recommend James and Ben!’’
Past Sales
2 Denham Street Bondi
307/180-186 Campbell Parade Bondi Beach
15B Lord Howe Street Dover Heights
25 Tamarama Street Tamarama
12 Chamberlain Avenue Rose Bay
1/687 New South Head Road Rose Bay
5101/34 Wellington Street Bondi
89 Watson Street Bondi
6a Mitchell Street North Bondi
5/16 Cranbrook Road Bellevue Hill
21 Ocean Street North Bondi
11 Griffith Avenue North Bondi
111/180-186 Campbell Parade Bondi Beach
20 Captain Pipers Road Vaucluse
7/81 Darling Point Road Darling Point
8/352 Bondi Road Bondi Beach
3/146 Hall Street Bondi Beach
14/334 Bondi Road Bondi
13 Jaques Avenue Bondi Beach
23/65-75 Brighton Boulevard Bondi Beach
503/349 New South Head Road Double Bay
1/463-467 Bronte Road Bronte
260-262 Old South Head Road Vaucluse
92 Ocean Street South Bondi
315/180-186 Campbell Parade Bondi Beach
160 Hall Street Bondi Beach
2/1 Rose Bay Avenue Rose Bay
4 Gap Road Watsons Bay
2/1 Roscoe Street Bondi Beach
68 George Street Dover Heights
12 Chambers Avenue Bondi Beach
2/6 Liverpool Street Rose Bay
4 Narelle Street North Bondi
213/79 Gould Street Bondi Beach
10 Stephen Street Bondi
4/5a Bellevue Gardens Bellevue Hill
Why McGrath
We guide people to great outcomes, every step of their property journey.
For more than 30 years, McGrath has been at the forefront of Australian real estate. From a single office in Sydney, we’ve grown into one of the country’s fastest-expanding agencies, setting more sales records than any other company. At the heart of that success is our commitment to integrity, transparency, and delivering premium results for our clients. We don’t believe our role is simply to sell your property. A good property will always attract buyers — but what sets us apart is our ability to create competition, generate emotional engagement, and secure a price that exceeds expectations. Our systems, processes, and values are designed to remove uncertainty and ensure you feel supported at every stage. When you work with McGrath, you are backed by a trusted name, a proven sales system, and a team who see every sale as the beginning of a long-term relationship, not the end of a transaction.
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Our insights showcase a track record of exceptional performance, highlighting market-leading conversion rates and a commitment to delivering 6 star service.
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Sales Agents in our network
Properties sold
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Properties under management
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Total value of properties sold
McGrath Double Bay
McGrath Double Bay is a leading force in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs real estate, known for prestige sales and market expertise. Co-led by industry leaders Craig Pontey and Michael Finger, the team brings decades of experience, trusted networks, and a proven record in closing landmark transactions. They provide comprehensive services including residential sales, property management and leasing, supported by sophisticated marketing strategies and personalised client care. Their approach combines innovative campaigns with attentive service, ensuring every property achieves maximum exposure and premium results.
The team operates across blue-chip Harbourside and Beachside suburbs such as Bellevue Hill, Vaucluse, Rose Bay, Bondi, Bondi Beach, North Bondi, Point Piper, and Darling Point, reinforcing their reputation in Sydney’s most competitive markets. Built on integrity, expertise, and exceptional outcomes, McGrath Double Bay continues to set the benchmark for prestige real estate, guiding clients with confidence, discretion, and skill.
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James Ledgerwood 0417 927 517 jledgerwood@mcgrath.com.au 35 Knox Street, Double Bay NSW 2028