JDH Real Estate

Shop 11/141 Allambie Road ALLAMBIE HEIGHTS NSW 2100
  •   5   (92 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how JDH Real Estate has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

12
Reviews
2
Properties for sale
23
Sold properties
$2.4m
Average sale price
$55.1m
Total sales value

*Includes all properties sold (last 12 months) as lead and supporting agent and published on ratemyagent.com.au. It may not be complete and can exclude off-market, private sales and undisclosed pricing and sold dates. Contact agent for full sales history.

Meet the team

Get to know the agent at JDH Real Estate.

Darren Leach
Darren Leach

Principal / Director

  4.9   (168 reviews)
About Darren
With Darren’s family initials on the door it is no wonder that Darren takes delivering outstanding results and exceptional service personally. Darren has a refreshing approach to real estate and his clients love his warm, genuine nature, combined with strong negotiation techniques and innovative marketing strategies. As Rate My Agent of the year winner and a lifetime of living in the Forest area, Darren is incredibly passionate about the Northern Beaches and enjoys being a devoted family man and playing an integral part in the community.
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About us

Darren and Julia share the passion of delivering a boutique agency that is refreshing, approachable, warm and family orientated with the aim to provide the best real estate service for the tightly held Northern Beaches community. Yes, the brand JDH is new but the team behind the brand has over 35 years of Real Estate experience. Combining the latest Real Estate software with innovative marketing technology our refreshing new family brand has all your Real estate needs covered under one roof.

Our reviews

  5  
92 reviewsacross 14 different locations, showing 6.
Our qualities as told by our client reviews: friendly, strategic, well-prepared, reliable, honest, clear communication, local expert.
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Seller review
Focused and professional
7 days ago
Focused and professional

Darren was focused and professional throughout the selling process. He kept us up to date with excellent communications in a timely manner which was very much appreciated. In our experience, Darren is honest and trustworthy and goes the extra mile to ensure the selling process goes smoothly.

Darren Leach

Darren Leach

  4.9   (168 reviews)
Seller review
Excellent communicator, kept us informed, provided good suggestions for value uplift.
14 days ago
Excellent communicator, kept us informed, provided good suggestions for value uplift.

Very professional in appearance and approach, respectful of elderly vendor needs and emotions. Diplomatically and logically explains options to secure greater buyer interest and competitive tension. We felt well informed throughout the process and were constantly offered updates (both by phone and face to face).

Darren Leach

Darren Leach

  4.9   (168 reviews)
Buyer review
Genuine Agent
14 days ago
Genuine Agent

We recently purchased a property through Darren, and while the transaction was challenging due to the nature of the vendor, Darren was exceptional throughout the entire process. He maintained open, honest, and consistent communication, keeping us informed every step of the way and helping to navigate what could have otherwise been a very stressful experience. Darren was a fantastic link between all parties, ensuring the process continued moving forward despite the challenges. What stood out most was his integrity and genuine approach. We always felt that Darren was transparent, supportive, and working to achieve the best possible outcome for everyone involved. His professionalism and calm manner made a significant difference throughout the purchase. We would happily recommend Darren to anyone looking for a real estate agent who is honest, reliable, and committed to helping clients through every stage of the property journey.

Darren Leach

Darren Leach

  4.9   (168 reviews)
Buyer review
Genuine, knowledgeable and trustworthy!
15 days ago
Genuine, knowledgeable and trustworthy!

Darren and the JDH team are a family business and that’s evident in the way they engage people. We’ve dealt with numerous agents and for us integrity and trust are the most important considerations when making the biggest purchase of your life. Our experience with JDH was that they had a very balanced way of managing the best outcome for vendor and buyer. Genuine and straightforward negotiation, prompt responses and went above and beyond helping us throughout all stages of the purchase process. They were a pleasure to work with.

Darren Leach

Darren Leach

  4.9   (168 reviews)
Buyer review
Darren and Julia were exceptional—professional, responsive, and made our purchase effortless.
4 months ago
Darren and Julia were exceptional—professional, responsive, and made our purchase effortless.

Darren and Julia have completely changed my opinion of real estate agents. From the very first interaction, they were informative, patient, and refreshingly genuine, making the entire buying process feel straightforward and stress‑free. They took the time to explain everything clearly, answered every question without pressure, and were always approachable and easy to deal with. Their market knowledge was excellent, and it was clear they really understood both the property and the broader market. Most importantly, Darren and Julia acted with a level of professionalism and integrity that gave us real confidence at every step. They are a credit to their profession, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.

Darren Leach

Darren Leach

  4.9   (168 reviews)
Seller review
Market knowledgeable, excellent communication and professionalism
8 months ago
Market knowledgeable, excellent communication and professionalism

JDH agent has been demonstrating exceptional customer service. They are apoachable and promptly answer all questions. They show rich knowledge in local marketing. JDH agent has guided us through the sell process smoothly. We really appreciate the help they offered. Thanks Darren, Julia and Susan.

Darren Leach

Darren Leach

  4.9   (168 reviews)
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Our properties

JDH Real Estate has 2 properties for sale and sold 23 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldJun 18, 2026
Price not available
5 Kambora Avenue
Frenchs Forest NSW 2086
3
1
1
House
For Sale
Auction unless sold prior
6 Stratham Place
Belrose NSW 2085
4
2
2
House
SoldJun 8, 2026
Price not available
198 Allambie Road
Allambie Heights NSW 2100
3
1
1
House
For Sale
For sale: $3,300,000
36 Dawes Road
Belrose NSW 2085
5
3
3
House
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