McCartney Real Estate

7 Gilbert Street, Torquay VIC 3228
  •   4.9   (992 reviews)

Meet the team

Get to know the 9 agents at McCartney Real Estate.

Tim Carson
Tim Carson

Director / Licensed Real Estate Agent

  4.9   (699 reviews)
About Tim
As a local resident for the past 18 years and well-respected member of the community, Tim is everything you would come to expect from the director of Torquay’s most revered estate agency, McCartney Real Estate. Tim possesses excellent communication, organisational, and management skills, along with his professionalism and impeccable reputation making him Torquay’s most esteemed local agent. Tim is renowned for his exceptional negotiating skills and ensuring that the service he provides to his clients is second to none. Genuine, passionate, and enthusiastic, he has consistently achieved results that have his clients boasting about their buying & selling experience. Winner of the Torquay Agent of the Year award for the past 5 consecutive years (2017-2021), and recently achieving 4th place in the whole of Victoria for the realestate.com.au Agent of The Year Award, Tim’s outstanding credentials and reputation speak volumes in his commitment and dedication to his job and the industry over the past 16 years. A dedicated family man, Tim’s wife Jo and three daughters, Milla, Livi and Ava, love the lifestyle and close-knit community nature that living in Torquay offers. Along with its proximity to the amazing Surf Coast beaches and charms, it’s obvious why Torquay is such an enjoyable place for Tim to work and call home. Tim’s interests outside of the business include farming, golf, and football. And as a past player and Captain of the Torquay Football Club he continues to remain heavily involved as a major sponsor, past committee member and honourable life member of the club. “ Buying or selling property is a typically big undertaking for people, personally and financially. That’s why I keep in touch with my clients throughout the sales process.”
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Geoff Bennett
Geoff Bennett

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Auctioneer / Branch Manager

  4.9   (180 reviews)
About Geoff
A career Estate Agent, Geoff commenced in property in 1986 having completed 9 years service in the RAAF working throughout Australia and in Asia. Born and bred on a dairy farm in Central Gippsland, Geoff has a true affinity with property and has spent the last 37 years in property sales, marketing and management. Geoff is also an accomplished and polished auctioneer with over 1,100 successful auctions under his belt. As a fully licensed Estate Agent, Geoff has extensive experience in all sectors of the real estate spectrum including residential sales and management, commercial / industrial sales and management and rural / lifestyle marketing and sales. Geoff’s enthusiasm for real estate never wanes and he prides himself in keeping up to date with all matters that affect the property market and the assets of his Landlords and Vendors. In particular, Geoff is a master of negotiation – a trait that is only accomplished via experience and success. Geoff’s experience, optimism and excellent communication skills have seen him rise to the very top of his fields including state-wide awards for sales and principal achievements as a founding member of one of Victoria’s largest real estate networks. You may confidently entrust the sale of your property with Geoff Bennett. A results based Estate Agent working with one of the most respected and successful agencies in Torquay, Jan Juc, Winchelsea and surrounding rural towns and districts – McCartney Real Estate.
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Kirsty Pertzel
Kirsty Pertzel

Sales Executive

  5   (87 reviews)
About Kirsty
With a strong love of her job and dedication to obtaining the most ideal outcome for her clients, Kirsty has proven to be one of the most valued and respected members of the McCartney Real Estate sales team. Kirsty has had some outstanding results in her role and is continuing to demonstrate the making of a true industry professional. With a career spanning over 25 years in customer service, Kirsty’s approach to real estate revolves heavily around her client’s satisfaction with the philosophy that you treat people how you would like to be treated yourself. She works hard to get the ‘right fit’ for her clients, matching their real estate needs to the property that is most ideally suited to their individual requirements. Kirsty’s bubbly, down to earth personality is both honest and genuine, and a more welcomed breath of fresh air to our industry. m 0419 125 399 w mccartneyrealestate.com.au e kirsty@mccartneyrealestate.com.au She is approachable, knowledgeable, and the ultimately professional priding herself on developing sound relationships and a commitment to providing exemplary service to all vendors and prospective purchasers. Kirsty has called the Surf Coast home for more than 15 years and has developed thriving relationships with many local business owners and residents. Having been a local business owner herself, she is humbled to be a part of such a well-respected and successful family-owned company that is the McCartney Real Estate team. Outside of work Kirsty loves the lifestyle that living in Torquay offers and can often be found walking on the beach with her husband Rohan and their two oodles. She also loves yoga, food and travelling and one of her greatest joys in life is socializing with friends in the local area.
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Brent Hartigan
Brent Hartigan

Director / Licensed Real Estate Agent

  4.7   (41 reviews)
About Brent
As Co-Director and Owner of McCartney Real Estate, Brent Hartigan brings more than 15 years of industry experience, strong local knowledge and a personal commitment to the people and community he represents. Brent has built his reputation on straight forward advice, strong relationships and a determination to achieve the best possible result for his clients. He understands that every property transaction comes with its own circumstances, priorities and emotions. Taking the time to listen, communicating clearly and giving clients the confidence to make informed decisions are central to his approach. His role as Co-Director builds on that commitment, helping guide the business, support the team and shape the service McCartney delivers. Brent remains actively involved in listing and selling property, working closely with his clients from the first conversation through to settlement. A former AFL player with the Richmond Football Club, Brent brings discipline, resilience and a competitive drive to his real estate career. He values preparation and teamwork, combining thoughtful campaign strategies with a focused approach to negotiation. A proud Torquay local, Brent shares a strong connection to the Surf Coast with his partner, Elle, and their two sons, Jack and Harry. Family, football and community remain a big part of his life, giving him a personal appreciation for the lifestyle that draws so many people to the area.
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Matt Kavanagh
Matt Kavanagh

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Director

  5   (26 reviews)
About Matt
With extensive knowledge in the real estate market across Victoria’s Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula, Matt serves as a trusted advisor to clients at every stage of their property journey. He values a thorough consultation process, using this time to build rapport and truly understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Matt is dedicated to achieving successful outcomes, believing that the best results stem from close collaboration. He involves clients in every step of the sales campaign, providing regular, honest updates to ensure transparency throughout the process. Whether clients are buying their first home, upgrading, downsizing, right-sizing, or pursuing a dream property, Matt offers invaluable support and guidance. With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, Matt has the expertise to accurately assess a property’s value and potential, providing vendors and buyers with essential insights to make well-informed decisions. Originally from the UK, Matt has been a proud resident of the Surf Coast since 2013, enjoying every moment. Outside of work, you will find him staying active at BFT Torquay, producing music, spending time with his wonderful family, and helping out with the Surf Coast Suns Netball Club.
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Krystin Trewin
Krystin Trewin

Sales Executive

  5   (7 reviews)
About Krystin

Krystin currently has 59 active property listings and 44 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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About us

A family based business, which commenced trading in Torquay in 1952, we proudly celebrate 70 years of service in the real estate industry. We can boast the first full time Real Estate office in Torquay. We now are excited to be offering our professional real estate services to the greater Surf Coast region, including Winchelsea, Armstrong Creek, Moriac, Wensleydale, Gherang, Modewarre, Birregurra, Bambra, Deans Marsh, Mt Duneed & Freshwater Creek. Our staff are all qualified and well versed in their roles. The sales team share over 60 years’ experience in real estate sales, each keen, versatile and honest. We at McCartney real estate are proud to have played an active roll in the history of Torquay. We are all keen to further those activities, assist you with your real estate aspirations, and offer you a personal, professional and informed real estate experience.

Our reviews

  4.9  
1017 reviewsacross 23 different locations, showing 6.
Seller review
Seller of house in Torquay, VIC
3 days ago
Seller of house in Torquay, VIC

Matt was amazing what he did for me to sell my home was remarkable he went out of his way to support me Matt is very professional in what he does eg communication was excellent he went beyond for the sale of my home any problems he sorted them out I would not sell a property with out Matt he was so kind & thoughtful thank you Matt for all that you did for me

Matt Kavanagh

Matt Kavanagh

  5   (26 reviews)
Seller review
Very helpful and demonstrated amazing professional agent
9 days ago
Very helpful and demonstrated amazing professional agent

Matt is very motivated agent and always helped us with heaps of advice with selling our home. Also he provided his outstanding communication support from the day our house was sold to the day of settlement. His understanding of communication strategies with us as we both are hearing impaired.

Matt Kavanagh

Matt Kavanagh

  5   (26 reviews)
Seller review
Outstanding Experience
14 days ago
Outstanding Experience

Selling our family home with Matt was a smooth and professional experience from start to finish. From the moment Matt first walked through our home, it was clear he was the right agent to represent us. We felt supported throughout the entire process, not only by Matt but by the whole McCartney sales team. Everyone worked seamlessly together to achieve an excellent result in a short period of time. We couldn’t be happier with the experience and would highly recommend Matt and the McCartney team to anyone looking to sell their property.

Matt Kavanagh

Matt Kavanagh

  5   (26 reviews)
Buyer review
Matt was fantastic to deal with, always so helpful
15 days ago
Matt was fantastic to deal with, always so helpful

Professional, contactable always replying to any queries, was just amazing, knowledgeable and accomodating with all queries

Matt Kavanagh

Matt Kavanagh

  5   (26 reviews)
Seller review
Seller of house in Armstrong Creek, VIC
23 days ago
Seller of house in Armstrong Creek, VIC

Matt was an absolute star. Genuinely one of the best operators in this space. His communication was strong throughout, and he explained the market and our situation clearly to two people who had never sold a house before. I'd recommend Matt to anyone buying or selling. Thanks for everything, Matt, and best of luck.

Matt Kavanagh

Matt Kavanagh

  5   (26 reviews)
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Our properties

McCartney Real Estate has 151 properties for sale and sold 177 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

For Sale
$2,745,000 - $2,795,000
16 Enfield Dr
Torquay VIC 3228
5
3
14
House
For Sale
$2,000,000 - $2,200,000
520 Gundrys Road
Bellbrae VIC 3228
4
2
2
House
SoldNov 11, 2026
Price not available
115 Spring Valley Drive
Torquay VIC 3228
5
3
2
House
For Sale
$2,200,000 - $2,350,000
45 Scorpio Street
Torquay VIC 3228
4
3
5
House
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