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Canberra is is not only home to our political system but a diverse group of property buyers such as expats, politicians, growing families, first home buyers and investors. All of whom can benefit from professional representation in the property buying process Canberra. As Australia’s largest and fastest growing buyers agency, we’re here to support buyers in Canberra.

Whether you’re a local looking for your dream property or relocating to Canberra for work, our services can cover all your property buying needs.

In recent years, the ACT has grown, and has seen improved amenities, lifestyle precincts and a increasing number of luxurious homes being built. Canberra has been said to be one of the most liveable places in the word according to the 2024 Global Cities Index.

Cohen Handler’s connections with local real estate agents and property management teams means that we can help our clients gain access to exclusive properties, off-market properties and receive the most up-to-date information about the market.

Cohen Handler is Australia’s leading property buyers agency and has been giving buyers the market leading edge since 2009. Across all states, our team have conducted over 90,000 inspections and transacted more than 2,700 successful purchases worth more than $8 billion.

Leverage our experience, expansive network and trusted reputation to provide you with the best possible property buying services in Canberra.

How Cohen Handler Helps Property Buyers

BUYER’S ADVOCACY

Receive a professional perspective when researching, evaluating and negotiating the purchase of a home.

FULL SERVICE

Consultation, sourcing property, due diligence, negotiation, successful purchase.

NEGOTIATION ONLY

Know that no matter the situation, we’ll employ negotiation strategies that aim towards getting you the best deal possible.

AUCTION BIDDING

Reduce the stress of competition at an auction by leaning on an experience agent, who knows how to bid strategically on your behalf.

BUYING INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

We will work with you and your broker to understand how we can find properties that maximise your desired returns.

COMMERCIAL BUYING

Connecting with our commercial team, Costi Cohen, to assist you with buying your ideal commercial property.

LEASING ADVISORY

Assisting in gathering rental appraisals for your investment properties with our partnering executive rentals company.

INVESTMENT PROPERTY

Finding, evaluating and securing investment properties across all price points.

BUYER BRIEFS

Buying the right property starts with defining your brief.

Cohen Handler’s Canberra team has greater access to exclusive, off-market properties, and searches the entire market for your dream property.

PROPERTY INSPECTIONS

We will attend properties on your behalf to understand if it meets your brief, or if you cannot physically attend.

DUE DILIGENCE

Uncover any hidden issues with the property or area.

NEGOTIATION

Our expert Buyers Agents will build a negotiation strategy to get the right property at the right price.

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OUR BUYERS AGENTS IN CANBERRA HELP YOU BUY THE RIGHT PROPERTY FOR THE RIGHT PRICE

Why should I use a Canberra Buyer’s Agent?

Buyers Agents in Canberra are for anyone looking to purchase a property, save time, money and stress. Buying a property is one of the largest financial decisions you can make, so it makes sense to have a professional by your side.

People use Buyers Agents for a variety of reasons:

Private Sale and Treaty Access

Our buyers agents in Canberra have relationships in the market that provide you access to properties that may never hit the open market, ensuring you have opportunities others might miss.

Tailored Support

We understand every customer is unique and so we provided tailored strategies and support based on your exact situation and needs.

Expert Negotiation


Our buyer’s agents in Canberra leverage their extensive experience working with real estate agents and vendors to determine the best negotiation strategy and tactics to secure your property.

Our goal is to ensure you secure the right property at the right price. And if it’s not at the right price, it’s not the right property.

Investment Advisory

Whether you’re starting out or expanding an investment property portfolio, we’ll help identify the right commercial or residential investment properties in Canberra.

Tap into the Cohen Groups Commercial Buyers agency, Costi Cohen, Australia’s leading Commercial Buyers agency.

Exclusive Properties

Gain a competitive edge in Canberra’s market, using our Canberra buyers agents access to exclusive properties.

Property Due Diligence

Receive guidance with property due diligence to uncover the true nature of a property.

Our Canberra Buyers Agents, leave no stone unturned, ensuring you under take the recommended checks and inspections, using our network of professionals, comprising conveyancers, pest and building inspectors, trades people and assessments of land and title reports.

Discrete Purchases

Politicians and anyone in the public eye often require privacy from initial inspection right up to settlement.

Our buyers agents in Canberra can maintain discretion, adhere to non-disclosure agreements and facilitate private viewings for clients.

Risk Mitigation

Our buyers agents in Canberra will confirm if the state of the property is unchanged from the previous owners or tenants.

At a pre-settlement inspection, its crucial to check for items of the home that were removed or damaged which the contract of sale exclusively included.

Property Portfolio Analysis

We can assess the rental return and capital growth of each property and determine which properties are under performing.

With this information, we’ll make recommendations as to how to optimise your property portfolio and improve its performance.

We make suggestions such as adding value via cosmetic renovations, revaluing the property and using equity to secure another or even selling a property to free up capital that can be worked harder in a better suburb.

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Team

SIMON COHEN

SIMON COHEN

FOUNDER & CEO
ALEXANDER ANLEZARK

ALEXANDER ANLEZARK

BUYERS AGENT
JAMES MELI

JAMES MELI

BUYERS AGENT

Insights

FAQ Canberra Buyers Agents

Should I use a buyers agent to buy a property in Canberra?

A buyers agent in Canberra offers anyone looking to buy or invest in property various types of services such as:

  • Searching for the right property
  • Inspecting properties
  • Gaining access to off-market properties
  • Conducting property due-diligence
  • Expert negotiation
  • Liasing with solicitors and conveyancers
  • Auction bidding on your behalf
  • Organising pre-settlement inspections
Is Canberra a good place to invest?

Canberra can be an excellent place to invest due to a strong labour market. As the capital city of Australia, Canberra benefits from a stable and diverse economy driven by government administration, defense, education, and technology sectors.

How do I buy off-market properties in Canberra?

A buyers agent will have connections and relationships established with sales agents operating in Canberra which means you can get access to properties and start negotiations before other buyers ever get the chance.

Is Canberra property a good investment?

Buyers agents and buyers advocates are licensed and regulated real estate professionals who act on behalf of the property buyer. Their purpose is to research, find and negotiate a perfect property for their client.

A real estate agent, though, has a contract with the seller and therefore has their best interests at heart. The best buyer’s agents will always negotiate only on their client’s behalf and only in their interest.

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What is a Canberra buyers agent’s fee?

The fee that a buyers agent will typically charge is a percentage of the purchase price anywhere between 2-3% depending the client’s requirements.

For service outside the Full Service offering, a flat fee may be charged.

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Can foreigners buy property in Canberra?

There are strict rules in Australia about the types of properties foreigners can purchase. Foreigners looking to purchase n Canberra need to apply for approval from the Foreign Investment Review Board. Read more about the foreign investment rules.

Where are the best homes in Canberra?

Canberra’s top suburbs include Deakin, Grifith, Forrest, Red Hill and Yarralumla. Some of the homes in these suburbs can fetch prices upwards of $5 million. You can expect to see grand home on 1,000sqm blocks, expansive, modern in design and well maintained.

If you’re looking to buy your dream home, our buyers agents in Canberra know how to find, negotiate and secure off-market properties for you in these areas.

What are Canberra’s most expensive streets?

Forrest is commonly known as one of the most exclusive suburbs in Canberra with the top streets being:

  1. National Circuit, Forrest
  2. Ord Street, Forrest
  3. Hobart Avenue, Forrest
  4. Dampier Crescent, Forrest
  5. Talbot Street, Forrest
How much stamp duty will I pay in Canberra?

To calculate the stamp duty on your Canberra purchase, we recommend visiting the ACT Revenue Office’s site. Enter your purchase criteria into their calculator to receive your estimate.