

Lauren Garner
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Buyer of 2 Careel Bay Crescent, Avalon Beach
We recently purchased our home through McGrath Avalon with Lauren and the process couldn't have been smoother. Lauren was genuine, incredibly responsive to all our questions, and made what is usually a stressful process feel straightforward and well managed. Lauren went above and beyond to facilitate extra inspections and ensure both sides were kept informed throughout the process. We are thrilled with our purchase and would gladly work with Lauren again in the future
Buyer of 35A Queens Avenue, Avalon Beach
Lauren and the team were excellent to deal with. Lauren is a great communicator, friendly and warm. She made a nerve-wracking process less daunting and we've really apprecitated the help and patience during our buying process.


James Baker
Principal | Director
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Seller of 4 Koala Place, Avalon Beach
We had a great experience with McGrath when we sold 6 years ago at the height of the market so had no doubts about who we would use when we decided to sell again . A week after we put our house on the market the market crashed and we lost 10% of our homes value overnight. If you want to know what makes a truly outstanding agent it’s what you experience in the lows not just the highs. James and Adrian managed the situation head on. No fluff. No stringing us along. A real plan of what we needed to do. It was hard, there was so much money and emotional investment in our home but we had to change course literally overnight . James was the lead agent and over the following 5 months remained a constant source of professionalism , kindness and wisdom. We didn’t ‘have’ to sell so we were lucky but we decided, because of personal logistics , to continue with the campaign. I’ve lost count of the amount of phone calls, texts and emails that we sent in and out of hours to James over those 5 months. And I’ve lost count of the amount he answered, every single time. We felt he was really on this journey with us and he somehow , god knows how , balanced always being respectful of our frustrations whilst also keeping us on track and grounded. Never telling us what we wanted to hear but always telling us what we needed to. This was so much more than an agent knowing the area , house prices and having a good database. This was where experience and professionalism, genuine care and humanity really kicks in. Even though we were approached by other agents during those rollercoaster 5 months there was never a single moment we thought about changing agents. Estate agents can have such a bad reputation but once you’ve worked with alongside James and the Mcgrath team in Avalon it would be impossible for you to not find him one of, If not the most trustworthy agents there is out there.
Seller of 179 Riverview Road, Avalon Beach
Both an extremely knowledgeable and personable agent, James is a delight to deal with. He has a current, data driven approach which enables a clear understanding of the local property market and is open, honest and transparent in his advice. He is excellent in establishing and maintaining relationships and in understanding and supporting a client’s path to the sale and purchase of property. It is an approach which is mirrored by his entire team. We recommend James unreservedly.
Suburb Winner
Avalon Beach2026

Lyndall Barry
Sales Agent
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Seller of 179 Riverview Road, Avalon Beach
Lyndall is both an exceptional person and an exceptional agent, with a gift for communication and establishing an instant rapport. She was open, honest and transparent in relation to the property market in general and its relevance for our property. This helped us with market expectations and in achieving a swifter sale in an uncertain market. Quite apart from a ‘Nothing is too much trouble’ attitude, she has an impressive little black book of contacts for any jobs needed for property preparation. We recommend her without reservation.
Seller of 45A Chisholm Ave, Avalon Beach
Lyndall Barry is a lovely woman, professional and was great to work with. Lyndall was responsive when we had questions and laser fast responding to inquiries from potential buyers. We benefitted from her many years of experience, and I felt confident that she was working for our best interests.
Seller of 16 The Appian Way, Avalon Beach
Firstly, they have the busiest shop in town with people coming and going throughout the day while the others seem to be very quiet. Given the timing with what was going on in the world then I was certain I'd have to discount the price but thankfully I didn't have to. They managed to get a good price at a difficult time. I'd chose them again.
Olivia Broomhead
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Seller of 52 George Street, Avalon Beach
Olivia Broomhead from LJ Hooker in Avalon, was introduced to me by Gordon Spring. I immediately felt that Olivia was the person to hold my hand through the whole process of selling my home of over 20 Years in Avalon Beach. From realistic valuations, to market trends to the actual selling at above my guide price in a declining market, Olivia excelled in all aspects. Trust Olivia. She went above and beyond!