We have six property consultants who specialise in residential, rural, commercial and light industrial properties and are available 7 days a week.

Our property management covers residential, holiday and commercial properties with emphasis on client service and satisfaction.

Phillip Island has many outstanding features one being the internationally famous penguin parade which rates in the three top tourist attractions in Australia. Our scenery is amongst the best in the world as are our beaches in particular the north facing beach in Cowes and our surf beaches.

Results reported to the REIV − and analysis of the market over the last few months − has shown that the major impact of problems in the economy has been in the upper end of the market, and that is confirmed by the popularity of more affordably priced homes sold privately.
One illustration of the shift in the market is a comparison of the total value of the sales by method.

The REIV has recorded just over $2 billion worth of private sales, compared to $1.7 billion last year. By contrast, there has been just under $1 billion worth of auction sales, compared to $2.2 billion last year.

Despite the drop in value of sales, the auction market has proved remarkably stable this year with a clearance rate of over 70 per cent for each weekend when there has been more than 100 auctions held, in part due to low levels of supply and vendors of properties for sale before Easter will be hoping that remains the case.

In light of the soft economic conditions the fact that private sales have increased is remarkable and is no doubt due to a number of factors. In the first instance, the increased government financial assistance for first home buyers has helped to bring new buyers into the market − and those buyers are looking for affordably priced homes. A second factor is the substantial reduction in interest rates, which has lead to significant improvements in overall affordability.

The third factor is that there is just generally more demand for affordably priced homes rather than expensive ones, due to the position of the economy.

Written by Enzo Raimonda, CEO of the REIV

Judith Wright Real Estate began trading on Melbourne Cup Day 1993 and has evolved into the leading agency on Phillip Island and San Remo with a hard earned reputation for friendly and efficient service.

To achieve success in today’s market you need an edge and we believe that the Judith Wright Real Estate name can give you just that. Our knowledge, reputation and distinctive image are assets which will greatly assist in marketing your property.

Our office at Cowes specialises in all aspects of residential, rural and commercial sales with special emphasis on single and multi-storey development.

We also offer the services of our very experienced Property Management Department who will manage the tenancies of your residential long-term, holiday or commercial property with a minimum of disruption to your busy lives.

Our aim is to provide the highest quality of customer service and satisfaction.

Judith Wright Real Estate is bigger and better than ever. As the Phillip Island Specialists, our Property Management Team is the most friendly and efficient in the area and our Sales Team handle all sales with the utmost integrity and attention. choosing Judith Wright Real Estate is the right choice.

Firstly you should undertake basic maintenance, oil squeaking doors, make sure the doorbell works and the doormat is clean and in position. Repair dripping taps and remove stains from bath and basins. Fix loose or broken tiles and clean kitchen and bathroom tiles.

Secondly, make the home as light as possible, raise blinds and open curtains. Clean bathrooms, light fittings, install bright low energy bulbs, and fix light switches. Clean marks off the walls. Arrange the furniture to make the rooms look big and easy to walk in, but don’t do this at the last moment.

Thirdly, spruce up the bedrooms, use your best bed covers and put cushions and soft toys on the children’s beds. It is very important to lock away valuables and personal items or take them with you during an open for inspection.

Fourthly, place fresh flowers around the house along with plants on the veranda as it helps make the house look inviting.

Finally, it is important to ‘de-clutter’ your house. Removing excess furniture is a great way of allowing prospective purchasers to imagine the home with their furniture in it. De-cluttering your home can take some time so it is important to start well before your agent opens the door for the first open house.

For more advise on marketing your property please contact us.