Sell Smarter in Hillcrest (SA 5086)

Real Estate Agent Fees & Independent Advice

If you’re thinking about selling property in Hillcrest (postcode 5086), one of the first questions you’ll ask is: how much do real estate agents charge here? In Hillcrest, commissions are totally negotiable. Beyond commission, you’ll want to factor in marketing, styling, legal fees and any hidden costs.

That’s where independent vendor advocacy comes in. iREC provides sellers with unbiased advice to help you compare agents, avoid hidden fees, and achieve the best result when selling in Hillcrest.

No pre-determined agents. No hidden fees. Just independent vendor advocacy to help you choose the right agent in Hillcrest and get the best result.

How Much Is the Typical Real Estate Agent Commission in Hillcrest?

Every agent in Hillcrest sets their commission and fees differently, so it pays to compare options carefully.

Median House & Unit Prices in Hillcrest 2025

Understanding local price trends helps you set realistic expectations and choose the right startegy when selling. Access your comprehensive suburb profile detailing house and unit medians, capital growth, demographics.

How Long Does It Take to Sell a Home in Hillcrest?

If speed matters to you, the right agent selection is critical. A common misconception out there is that all agents are the same and they all do the same thing so it really doesn’t matter who we use and this couldn’t be further from the truth. The choice of agent will determine how smoothly things run, how long you are on the market for and most importantly how much you end up with in your pocket at the end of the day.

Vendor Advocacy: Avoid Hidden Costs & Improve Your Selling Outcome

Selling a property can feel overwhelming. iREC’s independent vendor advocacy services give you support from start to finish:

  • Compare agents in Hillcrest (without bias)

  • Get transparency on commission rates & inclusions

  • Negotiate better terms and avoid hidden fees

  • Receive expert guidance tailored to the 5086 market

We don’t work for agents — we work for you.

Questions to Ask an Agent Before Listing in Hillcrest

Before you sign with an agent, ask:

  • What’s included in your commission?

  • How long are your average days on market?

  • Can you provide recent local sales results?

  • What’s your marketing plan for homes in Hillcrest?

  • Are your fees negotiable?

Tips for Selling Your Property Fast in Hillcrest

If your priority is speed:

  • Present your home professionally with styling & photography

  • Price competitively against similar homes in 5086

  • Choose an agent with strong buyer databases in Hillcrest

  • Negotiate marketing inclusions upfront so your listing gets maximum exposure

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do homes take to sell here?
It depends on how realistically it is priced!

Can I negotiate commission in Hillcrest?
Yes — commissions and fees are fully negotiable.

What is my Hillcrest property worth?
This depends on size, condition, and current demand. Don't look at Median prices, don't look at online data, your property could be above or below that.

What does a vendor advocate do?
We give independent advice, compare agents, and help you secure the best outcome when selling.

Ready to Sell Smarter in Hillcrest?

Don’t leave your biggest financial decision to chance. Get independent advice before choosing an agent in Hillcrest.

👉 Contact iREC today to compare agents, commission rates, and selling strategies tailored to your property.

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Why Sellers Trust iREC

  • 100% Independent – no hidden agent commissions

  • Free, no-obligation consultation

  • Years of experience in the SA property market

  • Guidance tailored to your property and situation

Thank you for all your real estate help over the months. You have always been very professional in all your dealings with both of us. It has been in my opinion the traditional or old fashioned sense of professionalism. In other words you do what you say, you call when you say you will call, you do everything you can whenever you can and are polite and extremely helpful no matter what the circumstance. That type of professionalism isn't around much these days; just a poor mimic of it. - Julie, Blue Mountains NSW

Rob provided outstanding support and guided the whole selling process smoothly in the background. If it were not for his masterful negotiation skills and knowledge of the real estate process there would have been no sale. Everyone thinking of buying or selling should have an independent real estate consultant in their corner navigating the minefield that is real estate. - Kathryn, Cranbourne North Vic read more of what our sellers say 👉

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About Hillcrest (SA 5086)

Hillcrest was best known as the location of the Hillcrest Hospital, a state government institution for people suffering mental illness that took up most of the suburb's area before the northern part of the suburb was renamed Gilles Plains, but the remainder of this institution and its converted former buildings are now within the suburb of Oakden.

Hillcrest is bounded by the side streets of Lord Howe Avenue, Oxford Street and Bristol Terrace to the north, Blacks Road to the east, North East Road to the South and Fosters Road to the west.

Its housing stock has undergone a radical transformation in recent years from being predominately weatherboard dwellings on traditional large blocks, with a large percentage of Housing SA owned dwellings, to one containing almost as many smaller houses since a concerted effort to update the housing stock began in 1993 by the Government of South Australia. There is ongoing urban infill occurring in Hillcrest.

The North East Road section of the suburb is almost completely commercial in nature, noted for its large number of motor vehicle dealerships, and is also home to North Adelaide Basketball Club at Hillcrest Stadium and the North East Community Assistance Project which is housed in the heritage listed former Gilles Plains Primary School building.

The suburb is also home to the Aveo Crestview Retirement Village on the former Anchor Foods (not to be confused with the unrelated New Zealand dairy product manufacturer) factory site on Fosters Road which was opened in 1993 when Anchor Foods consolidated their production in Perth, Western Australia.

Its other buildings of note include the Oakden Medical Centre and the Hillcrest Community Centre, which has been operated by the City of Port Adelaide Enfield since 1995, adjacent to the Hillcrest Primary School with whom it originally was a shared project.

Hillcrest is bisected by large linear reserves which are the remnants of the proposed Tea Tree Gully rail line proposed in the 1950s but which never eventuated and was completely abandoned in the late 1970s.

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Suburbs surrounding Hillcrest, SA

Alberton, 5014
Angle Park, 5010
Birkenhead, 5015
Blair Athol, 5084
Broadview, 5083
Clearview, 5085
Croydon Park, 5008
Dernancourt, 5070
Devon Park, 5008
Dry Creek, 5094
Dudley Park, 5008
Enfield, 5085
Ethelton, 5015
Exeter, 5019
Ferryden Park, 5010
Gepps Cross, 5094
Gilles Plains, 5086
Gillman, 5013
Glanville, 5015
Greenacres, 5086
Hampstead Gardens, 5086
Holden Hill, 5088
Kilburn, 5084
Klemzig, 5087
Largs Bay, 5016
Largs North, 5016
Manningham, 5086
Mansfield Park, 5012
New Port, 5015
North Haven, 5018
Northfield, 5085
Northgate, 5085
Oakden, 5086
Osborne, 5017
Ottoway, 5013
Peterhead, 5016
Port Adelaide, 5015
Prospect, 5082
Queenstown, 5014
Regency Park, 5010
Sefton Park, 5083
Semaphore, 5019
Semaphore South, 5019
Taperoo, 5017
Valley View, 5093
Walkley Heights, 5098
Windsor Gardens, 5087
Wingfield, 5013
Woodville Gardens, 5012
Collinswood, 5081
Fitzroy, 5082
Medindie Gardens, 5081
Nailsworth, 5083
Ovingham, 5082
Thorngate, 5082