PRD Ballarat

Our sales performance at a glance

See how PRD Ballarat has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

338

Reviews

171

Properties for sale

630

Sold properties

$590k

Average sale price

$371.5m

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.

Our customer service awards

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National Top 100Australia
State Top 10Victoria
City WinnerBallarat
Suburb WinnerAlfredton

10x City Top 5Ballarat - 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017
8x Suburb WinnerCreswick - 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2019, 2018, 2017
3x Suburb WinnerBallarat East - 2026, 2025, 2023
3x Suburb WinnerDelacombe - 2026, 2025, 2024

Meet the team

Get to know the 15 agents at PRD Ballarat.

Chris Leonard

Senior Country & Lifestyle Sales Consultant

4.9

(336 reviews)

About Chris

An accomplished, highly regarded auctioneer and lifestyle sales consultant, Chris Leonard is well known in and around Ballarat for his perceptive nature and for helping people achieve the great Australian dream. In his 20th year with PRDnationwide, Chris has been recently appointed as a company director along with a company shareholder, and an award winning accredited auctioneer. Over that time, Chris has achieved quite a following with his regular charity auctions (gratis) and for his enthusiastic manner in which these auctions are conducted. For further information, please contact Chris, he is more than happy to assist. Further to this, Chris’ marketing knowledge and negotiation skills have earned him the utmost respect within the real estate industry along with the trust of many past clients. Supported by a dynamic team who are highly focused on customer service, their commitment is to deliver a first class customer experience and above all, ensure you achieve the best sales results possible. “I enjoy working with people to achieve a successful outcome for both the buyer and the seller. It gives me great satisfaction”. Personally, Chris and his wife Kellie have three beautiful girls, along with the exclusive association of living on a lifestyle property in nearby Dunnstown. Chris Leonard’s professionalism and integrity make him the agent of choice for the community.

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Tash Martin

Creswick & District Sales Consultant

4.9

(254 reviews)

About Tash

Choose Tash Martin to sell your home and you'll be fully rewarded. Rewarded with the service, personal attention and market knowledge only a true local can offer. Tash is more than just an agent, she's an integral part of the community, an avide supporter of local charities and supporting groups, with kids at school here. Her clients are more than just transactions, they're friends first and foremost and she puts their satisfaction above all else. Passionate about property, Tash is an honest advisor and a tireless worker with a knack for making people feel at ease. Feel comfortable in your choice of agent and call Tash Martin today - it will definitely pay off.

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Catharina Darken

Residential Sales Consultant

4.9

(244 reviews)

About Catharina

Catharina prides herself on her 'hands-on' approach and professionalism which have earned her a reputation of enthusiasm & dedication to her career, linking buyers and sellers to properties. With a strong family link in Real Estate, Catharina’s passion has given her an exceptionally strong network of local support whether it be a property manager, painter, stylist or builder you need, she has a team of people supporting her everyday. Her sheer determination, strong will and very strong work ethic means you can be sure she leaves ‘no stone unturned’. “Real Estate is all about making property dreams come true for my customers, networking to identify opportunities & constantly building strong foundations that are earnt through trust & honesty”. Her positive attitude, warm smile and personalised approach to every client is evident in her ability to build rapport quickly with everyone she meets. Whether it’s a beautiful family home, a plot of land or an investment property, Catharina’s ‘can do’ attitude, will see your property SOLD! Catharina loves to take part in an array of community events held in beautiful Ballarat. She loves to visit local markets, adores horses, wineries and photography. When she’s not busy working, she loves to paint with watercolour, continue writing her children’s book, go on long bush walks with her family & pamper her rescue Spoodle ‘Olly’. #BallaratsBestSellingTeam

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Penny Shields

Residential Sales Consultant / Licensed Real Estate Agent

4.9

(185 reviews)

About Penny

Penny currently has 13 active property listings and 87 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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Tim Allen

Sales Consultant

(184 reviews)

About Tim

Tim currently has 10 active property listings and 87 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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Damian Shackell

Residential Sales Consultant / Licensed Real Estate Agent

(178 reviews)

About Damian

With over 27 years of sales experience and a reputation built on integrity, Damian Shackell provides a strategy-led real estate experience focused on three core pillars: A Clear Plan for Success: Damian replaces guesswork with a meticulous roadmap. He is widely recognized for making complex processes feel easy and stress-free, ensuring every client feels supported through clear communication and expert guidance. Achieving the Best Price through Expert Negotiation: Damian's background in Workplace Investigation, Mediation, and Family Dispute Resolution allows him to navigate high-stakes conversations with a level of precision and calm that protects your interests and drives premium results. As a recipient of the RateMyAgent Price Expert Award, he is a uniquely effective negotiator. A Successful, Timely Sale: Damian understands that momentum is key to a great outcome. A RateMyAgent Top 5 Agent for customer service, he provides honest, straightforward advice and a proactive approach to facilitate efficient transactions that deliver results without delay.

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About us

PRD Ballarat is consistently ranked among the top three agencies in Ballarat for listings and sales, serving the Greater Ballarat area and the Creswick district. Backed by 25+ years in the local market, we deliver standout results across residential, rural, commercial sales, leasing, and property management. Our award-winning residential team lists and sells over 500 properties every year, achieving above-market clearance rates and faster days on market. In Creswick, we’ve held more than 50% market share for a decade, driven by deep community connections and precise buyer targeting. With one of the region’s largest rental portfolios and a dedicated commercial division, our services cover all asset classes. We combine real-time research, strategic marketing, and negotiation expertise to maximise value for every client. Whether you're selling, leasing, or investing, PRD Ballarat offers data-driven insights, proven performance, and a results-first approach—making us the trusted name in Ballarat real estate.

Seller review

about 22 hours ago

Excellent dealing with Penny always kept us informed

We were very impressed with Penny and her coworker, Paige very helpful. As this was the sale of an Estate and we live in Melbourne they really assisted with the removal of furniture and the cleaning of the property, nothing was too much trouble. A delight to deal with.

Penny Shields

4.9

(185 reviews)

Buyer review

1 day ago

Strong local market knowledge and excellent communication skills

Very approachable and responsive, with excellent and consistent communications re purchasing a property that met my requirements as an interstate buyer, with in-depth local knowledge about the local market.

Catharina Darken

4.9

(244 reviews)

Seller review

1 day ago

Professional, hard working and gets results

Peter has now sold two properties for me. Absolutely impressed with his and his wife's work. He adapts to changing situations with confidence and knows how to read market. I highly recommend anyone selling in Ballarat to use Peter and PRD. They get results and make the process stress free.

Peter Martin

(69 reviews)

Seller review

2 days ago

House Sale

Working with Tim to sell our home was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Tim is exceptionally professional, highly knowledgeable about the local market, and always available to answer any questions we had along the way. Tim's communication and attention to detail made the entire process completely stress-free. We couldn't be happier with the results and would wholeheartedly recommend Tim] to anyone looking to buy or sell a property!

Tim Allen

(184 reviews)

Seller review

2 days ago

Fantastic to deal with.

Damien made the process of selling easy. He was fantastic to deal with and communicated with me at every step of the way. Would highly recommend using Damien as an agent.

Damian Shackell

(178 reviews)