Chris  Hines

Chris Hines

Director / Auctioneer / Licensed Real Estate Agent at Unreal Estate Coffs Coast
  •   4.9   (162 reviews)

Chris' sales performance at a glance

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31
Reviews
56
Median days on market
4
Properties for sale
50
Sold properties
$888k
Average sale price
$44.5m
Total sales value

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  • 2x Suburb WinnerBoambee East - 2022, 2021

About Chris

If you are looking for the slick, fast talking Real Estate Agent, you probably should close this page now. If you are looking for enthusiasm and experience keep reading. Chris is a dedicated real estate professional with a positive outlook and excellent communication skills that have propelled his successful career in the industry. As a licensed Real Estate and Stock and Station Agent, Auctioneer, and a foundational member of the CPREA (Certified Practising Real Estate Agents), he has established a robust client base of both vendors and buyers. His approachable demeanor instills confidence in clients regarding his expertise. In 2006, Chris co-founded Unrealestate Coffs Coast with his late wife, Kerry. The agency has garnered numerous small business awards and has been a finalist in both regional and state competitions, including being recognized as the Small Agency of the Year at the Real Estate Institute of NSW's Awards for Excellence. Unrealestate has consistently been awarded Agency of the Year for Toormina and Boambee East, with Chris himself receiving the Agent of the Year titles for multiple suburbs. With a rich background in management and negotiation from his lengthy career in the police force—where he earned several commendations, including a Commissioner Citation, Premier's Award, as well as the Bronze Medal for Bravery awarded be the Governor of NSW—Chris brings invaluable skills to the table. He served for a decade as a Police Hostage Negotiator, skillfully managing high-stakes situations and leading negotiation teams in critical incidents. Chris is committed to achieving the best outcomes for his vendors while ensuring a positive experience for buyers, firmly believing that successful negotiations should benefit all parties involved. As a former Director and current member of the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales and Chairperson of the Coffs Harbour Branch, he advocates for honesty and professionalism within the industry. His dedication to the Coffs Coast community is evident through his past involvement with the Coffs Harbour Chamber of Commerce and his current role as a Director of the Enterprise Training Company Pty Ltd. Furthermore, he is frequently sought out by local media, including ABC Regional Radio and the 7 Network, to provide insights on property matters in the Coffs Coast area.

Chris' reviews

  4.9  
Chris has 162 reviewsacross 17 different locations, showing 6.
Review Chris
Buyer review
Great help for first time homebuyers
about 1 month ago
Great help for first time homebuyers

Chris was very prompt with arranging everything we needed from us, and great help in guiding us through the process for our first property purchase.

Seller review
Thank you Chris!
about 1 month ago
Thank you Chris!

I’ve known Chris for a long time, due to knowing Kerry for a long time and my daughter working in the past for Unrealestate for over 6 years. When I knew it was time to sell, Chris was the only agent I was calling. His professionalism, honesty and commitment to helping his clients is one beyond. Thank you Chris for handling one of the hardest things I’ve had to do, sell my family home. It has been an easy process and I can’t thank you enough.

Seller review
Outstanding service that surpassed our expectations!
2 months ago
Outstanding service that surpassed our expectations!

We cannot rate Chris Hines and his team highly enough. When our life circumstances changed, we needed to sell our home for a good price and well within the Nana Glen 97-day average for time on the market. From the beginning, Chris and Kim were steady hands. Chris helped to set our expectations in terms of price and provided solid advice on how to get the property ready for market. The copy that he wrote for the sales page absolutely nailed our home's unique features. When we encountered bumps in the road, Chris was unflappable. He remained optimistic whilst providing realistic suggestions that steered us through the stressy times. Chris scheduled more open houses than we were expecting - he was determined to get this property sold within the required time, and he did. At first glance, Unreal Estate might not seem like the right sort of agency to sell a rural property. We can assure you that this is far from the case and encourage other rural property owners to consider this fantastic team when it's your time to sell. Thank you Chris, Kim and the team. You didn't just meet our expectations, you exceeded them. It was an absolute pleasure working with you!

Seller review
Chris and the team at Unreal estate were super professional with the sale of our Townhouse.
2 months ago
Chris and the team at Unreal estate were super professional with the sale of our Townhouse.

My husband and I found Chris, Kim and the team at Unreal estate very approachable and helpful, their communication with us was done in a very relaxed, no pressure manor, which we found very helpful and stress free. Any time we needed conformation or a reply on any matter, they were only a phone call away, text or email and their response was instant. Their market knowledge of the local area was very important to us, and Chris's negotiation skills were top notch which was extremely helpful with the sale of our property. We found all the team at Unreal estate to be very professional, courteous and honest, which meant everything for us. We would have no hesitation in using Chris, Kim and the Team from Unreal estate again in the future. We highly recommend them. Our warmest wishes to Chris and all the Team. Regards Chrisy and Mana

Seller review
Professional, Knowledgeable, and Great to Work With
3 months ago
Professional, Knowledgeable, and Great to Work With

We had an outstanding experience working with Chris. His communication style was clear, prompt, and reassuring throughout the entire process. We always felt informed and supported, with regular updates and quick responses to any questions we had. Chris’s market knowledge was exceptional. He demonstrated a strong understanding of local trends, pricing strategies, and buyer behaviour, which gave us great confidence in the advice he provided. His negotiation skills were particularly impressive. Chris advocated strongly on our behalf while remaining professional and respectful with all parties, helping us achieve a fantastic outcome. Above all, Chris’s professionalism stood out. He was organised, reliable, honest, and genuinely committed to achieving the best result. We would highly recommend Chris to anyone looking to buy or sell property.

Seller review
Highly recommend this agent and his team!
3 months ago
Highly recommend this agent and his team!

Our experience with our real estate agent Chris was outstanding from start to finish. Their communication was exceptional., clear, timely, and reassuring at every step. Their subject matter knowledge gave us complete confidence in the process, especially during the sale of my mother’s property. While the property itself wasn’t flash, they made us feel like it was a mansion and marketed it accordingly. The care, professionalism, and genuine belief they showed in the property made a huge difference, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Highly recommend

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Chris' properties

Chris has 4 properties for sale and sold 50 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldMay 4, 2026
$868,000
33 Sawtell Road
Toormina NSW 2452
3
1
1
House
SoldApr 9, 2026
$912,000
17 Shaws Cl
Boambee East NSW 2452
3
2
4
House
SoldMar 31, 2026
$720,000
18 Misty Close
Toormina NSW 2452
3
1
1
House
SoldMar 29, 2026
$680,000
2/4 Narani Cl
Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
3
1
1
Villa
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Chris' sold properties

Chris has sold 50 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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33 Sawtell Road, Toormina, NSW, 2452
33 Sawtell Road
Toormina NSW 2452
3
1
1
House$868,000May 4, 2026
17 Shaws Cl, Boambee East, NSW, 2452
17 Shaws Cl
Boambee East NSW 2452
3
2
4
House$912,000Apr 9, 2026
18 Misty Close, Toormina, NSW, 2452
18 Misty Close
Toormina NSW 2452
3
1
1
House$720,000Mar 31, 2026
2/4 Narani Cl, Coffs Harbour, NSW, 2450
2/4 Narani Cl
Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
3
1
1
Villa$680,000Mar 29, 2026

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