Ray White Preston

363 High Street, Preston, VIC, 3072, Australia
  •   4.9   (557 reviews)

Meet the team

Get to know the 4 agents at Ray White Preston.

Ian Dempsey
Ian Dempsey

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Sales Agent / Director

  4.9   (505 reviews)
About Ian
Ian Dempsey learned the importance of customer service and the art of selling from a young age. Growing up, working in his parent’s family business, he developed an early passion for sales and building relationships with his clients. Ian began his career as an electrician, before moving into industrial electrical sales, working for some of Australia’s largest electrical suppliers for 8 years before realising his passion was in real estate. Ian’s impeccable people skills and experience in reaching and exceeding targets makes him a valuable asset to our Sales team. He constantly strives to achieve the highest possible result for his vendors and has a desire to leave a lasting impression on his clients with his hard working and enthusiastic approach. Having lived in Preston and Reservoir for over two decades, his strong knowledge of the local area and exceptional market insight means he can provide a personalised experience for each of his clients and help them achieve their goals. AWARDS: 2024/2025 - No.1 in Ray White VIC/TAS for most sales 2024/2025 - Chairman's Elite 2023/2024 - No.1 in Ray White VIC/TAS for most sales 2023/2024 - Chairman's Elite 2022/2023 - Chairman's Elite 2021/2022 - Elite Performer 2020/2021 - Chairman's Elite 2020 - Top Salespeople - Number of Sales - No. 2 2020 - Top Salespeople - Settled Commission - No. 4 2019/2020 - Elite Performer 2019 - Top Auction Performer - Settled Sales - No. 1 2019 - Top Salespeople - Settled Commission - No. 15 2018/2019 - Elite Performer 2017/2018 - Top 10 Salespeople - Settled Commission - No. 8 2017/2018 - Top Auction Performer - Settled Sales - No. 2 2017/2018 - Elite Performer 2017 - Rising Star - Sales - Finalist
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George Gimelli
George Gimelli

Sales Agent / Sales Consultant

  5   (51 reviews)
About George

George currently has 20 active property listings and 55 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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Mathew Marotta
Mathew Marotta

Senior Projects Consultant / Director

  4.8   (22 reviews)
About Mathew

Mathew currently has 6 active property listings and 14 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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John Catanzariti
John Catanzariti

Director

  5   (8 reviews)
About John
John Catanzariti has become a dominant force in the northern suburbs, leading a determined and ever-growing team across Preston and Reservoir. A tenacious and proactive leader, with over 20 years experience, John has achieved many outstanding achievements at Ray White as a result of his dedication and willingness to learn and improve on his already strong skill set. Since opening its doors 8 years ago, he has led a top performing team at our Reservoir office and created a Project Sales team that have become a powerhouse across the northern suburbs, excelling in off the plan and land sales. He now embarks on his next chapter, opening a second office in Preston. Clear passion for his profession, commitment to his clients and unsurpassed market knowledge has made John a top choice for clients in the northern corridor. Renowned as a strong advocate of family values he is committed to the Ray White group, which, as a family owned business, mirrors the values that John holds in high regard.
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About us

At Ray White Preston we are all about people and possibilities. We have never felt restricted by the traditional constraints of real estate. We’re far more interested in the possibility of what could be. Our culture, our team and our ongoing growth is all part of a carefully planned strategy to build the most customer-focused, successful and progressive agency possible. Our hand-picked team all share a passion for property and a vision for excellence. We work as a tight-knit group, sharing ideas and inspiration, from our Principals right through to our valued support staff. The reason we’ve gone from strength to strength is simple. We love what we do and we’re good at doing it. We are a comprehensive full service agency offering a broad spectrum of real estate and related services, making us a one stop shop for all your needs. We have a clear vision for the future which involves strategic growth, ongoing nurturing of our client relationships and continued investment in our people and technology. We aspire to being the first point of call for anyone looking to buy, sell or rent in the local area, or anyone simply looking for expert real estate advice.

Our reviews

  4.9  
557 reviewsacross 29 different locations, showing 6.
Seller review
    Outstanding Service from George
15 days ago
Outstanding Service from George

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I highly recommend George to anyone looking to sell their property. From the very beginning, George was professional, honest, and kept me informed throughout the entire sales process. The market was quite challenging and buyer activity was slower than expected, but George remained proactive, communicated regularly, and worked hard to generate interest in the property. What impressed me most was his dedication, realistic advice, and ability to manage the campaign professionally without creating unnecessary pressure. On auction day, George handled the negotiations confidently and achieved a successful sale outcome for my property. Selling a home can be stressful, but George made the process much smoother and was always available to answer questions and provide guidance. Thank you, George, for your hard work, commitment, and excellent service. I would not hesitate to recommend you to family and friends.

George Gimelli

George Gimelli

  5   (51 reviews)
Seller review
Selling made easy
15 days ago
Selling made easy

As a single woman selling by myself, the process found a little overwhelming at the start. George explained everything and after a slow start to my campaign (thanks, budget!) things picked up quite quickly and I got an acceptable offer and sold within a couple of weeks!

George Gimelli

George Gimelli

  5   (51 reviews)
Seller review
Simply Amazing
17 days ago
Simply Amazing

This is the second time in recent years that we have used this incredible team. Their tireless and incredible work ethic, combined with their communication skills and comfortable style sets them apart. Their knowledge of the local area, their database of clients and their ability to highlight key areas of our home, proved invaluable.

Ian Dempsey

Ian Dempsey

  4.9   (505 reviews)
Seller review
Best agent in the area
18 days ago
Best agent in the area

We had a fantastic experience selling our house with Ian Dempsey. It was a naturally challenging time to sell, but he made us feel incredibly supported every single step of the way. Right from our first meeting, he was kind, and genuinely easy to talk to. What we appreciated most was his honesty—he was completely transparent throughout the entire campaign, and we knew we could truly trust his advice. We are so grateful for his hard work and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone.

Ian Dempsey

Ian Dempsey

  4.9   (505 reviews)
Seller review
Trustworthy and reliable agent
19 days ago
Trustworthy and reliable agent

George was fantastic during the sale process. Would recommend to anyone selling there home

George Gimelli

George Gimelli

  5   (51 reviews)
Seller review
A Smooth and Stress-Free Sale
26 days ago
A Smooth and Stress-Free Sale

Ian was fantastic to work with throughout the sale of our home. He was friendly, professional, and always kept us informed every step of the way. His communication was excellent, and he was always available to answer questions and provide honest advice. Ian made what can be a stressful process feel smooth and straightforward. We were very happy with the result and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a property.

Ian Dempsey

Ian Dempsey

  4.9   (505 reviews)
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Our properties

Ray White Preston has 56 properties for sale and sold 246 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

For Sale
AUCTION $550,000 - $590,000
6/6 McComas St
Reservoir VIC 3073
2
2
1
Townhouse
For Sale
EOI $595,000 - $650,000
18 Elinda Pl
Reservoir VIC 3073
3
1
2
Unit
SoldJun 25, 2026
Price not available
1/36 Holly St
Preston VIC 3072
2
1
1
Townhouse
For Sale
AUCTION $600,000 - $660,000
3/23 Epstein St
Reservoir VIC 3073
2
1
1
Unit
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