Cohen Handler on the Northern Beaches: more team, more access, more local knowledge
A team of local experts
The Cohen Handler Northern Beaches buyers agent team is made up of Julie Kim, Suzi Buckley, and Eilidh Woodward. All three either reside in or have spent years living and working across the Northern Beaches, from Manly to Freshwater, through to Newport and up to Palm Beach.
Understanding the Northern Beaches property market at a granular level, which streets hold their value, how individual selling agents operate in each sub-region, what a fair price looks like for a terrace in Manly versus a holiday home in Whale Beach, takes years of being on the ground. No amount of data subscription replicates it. The team has those years behind them.
Buying property on the Northern Beaches, whether in Manly, Narrabeen, or further up in Whale Beach, is genuinely difficult without the right support. The market is competitive, agent relationships matter, and off-market opportunities are not only large in transactions but also move fast. Most buyers who come to us have already spent months in the market, missing out at auction, not seeing the right properties, or feeling unsure about what a property is actually worth and how hard to push in negotiation.
It is also why experience is a non-negotiable at Cohen Handler. We do not use the title buyers agent lightly. Every member of the Northern Beaches team has earned their place through proven, demonstrated results, not just time in the industry.
Growing to meet demand
At Cohen Handler, we are always working to improve our service, extend our reach, and build on the reputation we have worked hard to earn. On Sydney’s Northern Beaches, that work is well underway. We have grown the team, invested in new technology, and put more experienced people on the ground in one of Sydney’s most competitive and nuanced property markets.
We recently welcomed Eilidh Woodward to the Northern Beaches team as a Junior Buyers Agent. Eilidh brings a background in finance and banking, with experience working both domestically and internationally, and a thorough understanding of how property acquisition intersects with broader financial decision-making.
Her role complements Julie Kim and Suzi Buckley directly. As enquiries from Northern Beaches buyers have grown, from first home buyers and families upsizing to investors looking for quality investment property on the Northern Beaches, so has the need for capacity that does not compromise on care or attention.
Eilidh’s arrival means the team can service that demand without stretching. Every client still gets the time, access, and negotiation support that Cohen Handler is known for.
What the Northern Beaches team actually solves
Buying property on the Northern Beaches market is competitive, agent relationships matter, and off-market opportunities move fast. Most buyers who come to us have already spent months in the market, missing out at auction, not seeing the right properties, or feeling unsure about what a property is actually worth and how hard to push in negotiation.
As Buyers Agents operating across the Northern Beaches, Cohen Handler brings access to properties before they are publicly listed, market knowledge that comes from genuine local experience, and negotiation that is consistently focused on the buyer’s outcome, not a fast transaction.
Whether you are buying your first home, upsizing, or building a portfolio with investment property on the Northern Beaches, the team is ready to assist.
Recently Purchases by our Northern Beaches Buyers Agents
Sydney Road, Balgowlah, NSW
Secured Off-Market
Northern Beaches Downsizing Couple
A downsizing couple was referred to Julie Kim with a clear brief: a contemporary apartment, lift access, low maintenance living, and easy access to shops and daily amenities.
Knowing exactly where they wanted to be, Julie focused on a handful of carefully selected buildings rather than searching broadly across the market. One of those opportunities became available and Julie was the only party negotiating directly with the selling agent.
Badcoe Road, Cromer, NSW
Secured Pre-Auction
Suzi Buckley secured this four-bedroom home in Cromer for clients seeking a large block with future potential to subdivide and add value.
Having recently returned to Australia, the clients engaged a buyer’s agent for local market expertise, strategic advice and support throughout the purchasing process.
During the search, Suzi assessed a broad range of on-market and off-market opportunities to ensure the property met their strict criteria.
The home was ultimately secured pre-auction, well below the clients’ budget and substantially below the seller’s price guide.
Summit Avenue, Dee Why NSW
Secured Off-Market
Suzi Buckley successfully negotiated the off-market purchase of this expansive Dee Why residence, delivering a premium result for her clients without entering the competitive public arena.
eaturing five bedrooms and multiple living areas, the home offered the perfect blend of space, privacy, and Northern Beaches lifestyle, just moments from local schools, beaches, and cafés.
Endeavour Drive, Beacon Hill, NSW
Secured Off-Market
Julie Kim secured this quintessential family home in a highly competitive Beacon Hill market.
A local young family came to Julie with a clear goal: they wanted access to every opportunity—both on and off-market—and unmatched negotiation power on their side.
After a focused search, Julie identified this perfect property situated in a leafy street within a preferred school catchment.
Featuring a secure private garden for their three children, a dedicated work-from-home space, and an open kitchen overlooking the backyard, it ticked every box.
Relying on perfect timing and a clear strategy, Julie executed the purchase decisively, beating out the competition.
Bynya Road, Palm Beach, NSW
Suzi Buckley secured a stunning off-market home on Bynya Road, Palm Beach. This premium 4-bedroom residence boasts exceptional craftsmanship, incredible natural light, and wide views across Pittwater and the National Park.
With luxurious features like a full-length pool, an entertainer’s kitchen, and expansive living areas, this property offers a seamless blend of style and function in one of Sydney’s most prestigious beachside suburbs.
Osbourne Road, Manly, NSW
Secured by Suzi Buckley. Set within a classic brick block on Manly’s prestigious Eastern Hill, this light-filled apartment is just footsteps from Little Manly Beach. Suzi secured the property off-market for her clients, who are downsizing from North Sydney and relocating to Manly to enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle closer to the beach.
North Steyne, Manly, NSW
Purchase pre-auction by Suzi Buckley, A 2-bed, 1-bath, 1-car beachfront apartment with a prized North-East aspect. A unique apartment that captures uninterrupted views from the surf and ocean horizon to the Harbour and city skyline. This property was secured for an investor client looking for the perfect beachfront apartment in one of Manly’s most iconic buildings.
Come and see us
The Cohen Handler Northern Beaches office is located at 46 East Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095. If you have questions about the market or want to understand what your next steps look like, there is no pressure and no obligation. Just a conversation.
FAQ
Yes. Not only do we have buyers agents covering the whole of the Northern Beaches, Cohen Handler’s Northern Beaches also have an office based at 46 East Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095. The team of buyers agents, including Julie Kim, Suzi Buckley, and Eilidh Woodward, is based in Manly and operates across the wide Northern Beaches market, covering suburbs from Manly to Freshwater, through to Newport and up to Palm Beach. The team bring genuine on-the-ground knowledge to every search, including an understanding of individual agent relationships, off-market opportunities, and accurate property valuations across each sub-market
A buyers agent on the Northern Beaches searches for, assesses, and negotiates property on behalf of the buyer. This includes identifying properties before they hit the open market, inspecting and shortlisting on the client’s behalf, conducting due diligence, and negotiating the purchase price. Cohen Handler’s Northern Beaches team works exclusively for buyers, with no conflicts of interest, meaning every decision is made in the client’s interest.
The simplest starting point is a conversation. The Cohen Handler Northern Beaches team is available at the Manly office at 46 East Esplanade, or reachable via the contact form on the website. There is no obligation to engage as a client from an initial conversation. The team will talk through where you are in the process, what you are looking for, and whether a buyers agent is the right fit for your situation.
The Northern Beaches has consistently attracted strong owner-occupier demand, limited supply in well-located suburbs, and long-term capital growth supported by lifestyle desirability and infrastructure. For investors, the inner Northern Beaches suburbs such as Manly and Dee Why have historically offered both rental demand and growth potential. A buyers agent with local knowledge can identify investment property on the Northern Beaches that is priced correctly and suited to long-term portfolio goals, rather than simply what is publicly available.