What does a property negotiation service do?

We represent your interests in discussions with real estate agents, buyers, or sellers to achieve better pricing and terms.

Is negotiation only for buyers?

No — our services benefit both home buyers and property sellers.

When should I engage a negotiation service?

Ideally before you submit an offer (buyers) or before you list your property (sellers), but we can assist at any stage.

Do you provide services across Australia?

Yes — we work with clients in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Tasmania, Adelaide, Perth, Darwin and in all major property markets.

How much can I expect to save or gain?

Results vary, but many clients save tens of thousands when buying, or achieve sale prices significantly above expectations.

Property Negotiation Service in Surry Hills NSW 2010

Are you buying or selling in Surry Hills? iREC provides an independent property negotiation service to help buyers secure homes without overpaying, and sellers achieve stronger results. Having an expert negotiator on your side ensures you make the right moves in Surry Hills

👉 Backed by extensive expertise iREC offers negotiation support tailored to the Surry Hills property market.

Why Use a Property Negotiation Service in Surry Hills?

Level the playing field – A skilled negotiator ensures you don’t overpay as a buyer and that you maximise value as a seller.
Independent advice – Unlike real estate agents, who represent one side of the deal, a negotiation service works solely in your best interest.
Maximise outcomes – For sellers in Surry Hills, that might mean thousands more at sale. For buyers in Surry Hills, it could mean securing your dream property without stretching beyond your budget.
Local negotiation expertise- helps you understand where you can push harder—or when it’s smarter to compromise.

How iREC Helps Buyers in Surry Hills

Assessing fair market value before you make an offer.
Handling negotiations with real estate agents.
Preventing emotional decisions that lead to overpaying.

How iREC Helps Sellers in Surry Hills

Comparing multiple agent proposals.
Negotiating lower commission fees while ensuring strong sales campaigns.
Protecting your bottom line during buyer offers.

Looking beyond Surry Hills? See our full Property Negotiation Service NSW page for other regions we cover.

Ready to buy or sell in Surry Hills?

Get in touch with iREC today for independent property negotiation advice that protects your interests.

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About Surry Hills (NSW 2010)

Surry Hills is surrounded by the suburbs of Darlinghurst to the north, Chippendale and Haymarket to the west, Moore Park and Paddington to the east and Redfern to the south. It is bordered by Elizabeth Street and Chalmers Street to the west, Cleveland Street to the south, South Dowling Street to the east, and Oxford Street to the north.

Central is a locality in the north-west of the suburb around Central Station. Prince Alfred Park is located nearby. Strawberry Hills is a locality around Cleveland and Elizabeth Streets and Brickfield Hill to the east of that.

The first land grants in Surry Hills were made in the 1790s. Major Joseph Foveaux received 105 acres (0.42 km2). His property was known as Surry Hills Farm, after the Surrey Hills in Surrey, England. Foveaux Street is named in his honour. Commissary John Palmer received 90 acres (360,000 m2). He called the property George Farm and in 1800 Palmer also bought Foveaux's farm. In 1792, the boundaries of the Sydney Cove settlement were established between the head of Cockle Bay to the head of Woolloomooloo Bay.

West of the boundary, which included present-day Surry Hills, was considered suitable for farming and was granted to military officers and free settlers. After Palmer's political failures, his reduced financial circumstances forced the first subdivision and sale of his estate in 1814. Isaac Nichols bought Allotment 20, comprising over 6 acres (24,000 m2). Due to the hilly terrain, much of the suburb was considered remote and 'inhospitable'.

In the early years of the nineteenth century the area around what is now Prince Alfred Park was undeveloped land known as the Government Paddocks or Cleveland Paddocks. A few villas were built in the suburb in the late 1820s. The suburb remained one of contrasts for much of the nineteenth century, with the homes of wealthy merchants mixed with that of the commercial and working classes.

In 1820, Governor Macquarie ordered the consecration of the Devonshire Street Cemetery. A brick wall was erected before any interments took place to enclose its 4 acres (16,000 m2). Within a four-year period the cemetery was expanded by the addition of 7 acres (28,000 m2) to its south. A road was formed along the southern boundary of the cemetery in the first half of the 1830s and was called Devonshire Street. The Devonshire Street Cemetery, where many of the early settlers were buried, was later moved to build the Sydney railway terminus. Central railway station was opened on 4 August 1906.

The area around Cleveland and Elizabeth streets was known as Strawberry Hills. Strawberry Hills post office was located at this intersection for many years. In 1833, the Nichols estate was subdivided and sold. One purchase was by Thomas Broughton and subsequently acquired by George Hill who constructed Durham Hall on this and adjoining lots. Terrace houses and workers' cottages were built in Surry Hills from the 1850s. Light industry became established in the area, particularly in the rag trade (clothing industry). It became a working class suburb, predominately inhabited by Irish immigrants. The suburb developed a reputation for crime and vice. The Sydney underworld figure Kate Leigh (1881-1964), lived in Surry Hills for more than 80 years. Surry Hills was favoured by newly arrived families after World War II when property values were low and accommodation was inexpensive.

From the 1980s, the area was gentrified, with many of the area's older houses and building restored and many new upper middle-class residents enjoying the benefits of inner-city living. The suburb is now a haven for the upper middle class and young rich.

Trams- The West Kensington via Surry Hills Line operated from 1881 down Crown Street as far as Cleveland Street as a steam tramway. It was extended to Phillip Street in 1909, Todman Avenue in 1912, and then to its final terminus down Todman Avenue in 1937. When the line was fully operational it branched from the tramlines in Oxford Street and proceeded down Crown Street to Cleveland Street in Surry Hills, then south along Baptist Street to Phillip Street, where it swung left into Crescent Street before running south along Dowling Street. It passed the Dowling Street Depot, then tuned left into Todman Avenue, where it terminated at West Kensington. The line along Crown Street closed in 1957, the remainder stayed open until 1961 to allow access to Dowling Street Depot. Sydney Buses routes 301, 302 and 303 generally follow the route down Crown and Baptist Streets as far as Phillip Street.

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