Chatswood
Buying Property in Chatswood
Chatswood is a major town centre on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, about 9 kilometres from the CBD, bordered by Roseville to the north, Castle Cove and Willoughby to the east, Artarmon and Lane Cove North to the south and Chatswood West to the west. It sits within the Willoughby Council local government area, anchored by the retail and dining strip of Victoria Avenue and the Westfield Chatswood and Chatswood Chase shopping centres.
Home to around 26,700 residents, Chatswood is one of the most densely populated suburbs on the Lower North Shore, with close to 70% of dwellings being apartments concentrated around the town centre. Houses are still available in the leafier pockets west of the Pacific Highway, where Chatswood’s older residential character survives away from the high-rise skyline.
Why buyers love Chatswood
Chatswood’s draw is scale. It’s the only Lower North Shore suburb with a genuine CBD-style centre, home to two major shopping malls, a Sydney Metro station with a direct line into the city, and one of Sydney’s best Asian dining precincts. The name itself has a local origin story: it comes from Chattie’s Wood, a nod to Charlotte ‘Chattie’ Harnett, wife of a former Mayor of Willoughby, shortened over time to Chatswood. Buyers who want lifestyle and infrastructure without leaving the Lower North Shore gravitate here first.
Areas of interest for Chatswood Buyers
Beaconsfield Road: A well-established residential street with a strong mix of older houses and townhouses, close to the town centre.
Centennial Avenue: A popular family street on the western side of Chatswood, valued for its proximity to schools and parks.
Fullers Road: One of the main routes into the town centre, lined with a mix of houses and low-rise developments.
Dalrymple Avenue: A quiet pocket favoured by owner-occupiers seeking a house rather than an apartment.
ON OR OFF MARKET, OUR BUYER’S AGENTS HELP YOU BUY THE RIGHT PROPERTY AT THE RIGHT PRICE.
How our Chatswood Buyer’s Agents Help You
Our long standing history working in the Lower North Shore market since 2009 means you are able to draw on our deep local knowledge, industry connections, and proven track record in the Chatswood area. We are more than confident we will find the right property for the right price, tailored to your needs and preferences.
We are your Chatswood Buyer’s Agent.
Using a Buyer’s Agent
Engaging a buyer’s agent in Chatswood is ideal for anyone seeking a smooth, efficient and stress-free property purchasing experience.
Whether you’re searching for a house on Dalrymple Avenue, a family home closer to the schools on Centennial Avenue, or an apartment near the Metro station and Westfield, having a professional by your side can streamline the process, save you time, and ensure you secure the best deal possible.
Tailored service and guidance
At Cohen Handler, we assist clients with diverse needs and budgets, including first home buyers, professionals, downsizers, and investors.
By understanding your unique requirements, we provide personalised support and guidance throughout your property journey, from initial consultation to settlement and beyond.
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Access off-market properties in Chatswood
We understand there are limited properties on the open market, which can make buying a home stressful, time consuming and frustrating if you miss out on an opportunity.
Chatswood’s apartment market moves fast given the sheer volume of stock, but its houses are a different story. With apartments making up close to 70% of the suburb, the houses that do come up, especially in tightly held pockets like Dalrymple Avenue and Centennial Avenue, are often sold before they reach Domain or Realestate.com.au, which is why so many buyers turn to Cohen Handler to access off-market and pre-market opportunities.
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Chatswood Buyer’s Agents FAQ
Buyers in Chatswood benefit from our Chatswood Buyers Agents’ specialised expertise in a market that spans everything from Metro-adjacent apartment towers to family houses on quieter streets like Dalrymple Avenue.
They help you cut through the sheer volume of listings in Sydney’s busiest Lower North Shore market and give you access to off-market opportunities before they reach the open market.
Cohen Handler’s Chatswood buyers agents will ensure a smooth acquisition of your next home.
The top schools in and around Chatswood include:
1. Chatswood Public School (co-ed, K-6)
2. Chatswood High School (co-ed, partially selective, 7-12)
3. Willoughby Girls High School (girls, comprehensive, 7-12, catchment extends into parts of Chatswood)
4. Ravenswood School for Girls (girls, K-12, Gordon, a short trip away on the North Shore train line)
Chatswood’s biggest asset is its town centre. Westfield Chatswood and Chatswood Chase cover the bulk of the Lower North Shore’s retail and dining needs, and the suburb’s Sydney Metro station gives residents a direct, driverless line into the CBD. Chatswood also has one of Sydney’s strongest Asian dining scenes, along with Chatswood Park, Munro Park and easy access to Lane Cove National Park, all part of the broader Lower North Shore market.
Yes, Cohen Handler will assist with due diligence and inspect as many properties as necessary to ensure you make an informed purchasing decision.
Your buyer’s agent will arrange private inspections, liaise with inspectors and conveyancers, and provide guidance on any issues or concerns that arise during the process, including strata reports for Chatswood’s high volume of apartment stock and any site-specific risks relevant to the property you’re considering.
When you engage Cohen Handler for our Full Service, the fee is success-based, typically ranging from 2% to 3% of the purchase price. For other services, a flat fee may apply.
The best streets to buy property in Chatswood are:
Dalrymple Avenue and Centennial Avenue, both tightly held pockets of houses close to schools and parks.
Beaconsfield Road and Fullers Road offer a mix of houses and townhouses within easy reach of the town centre.
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