Nick Stewart - Real Estate Agent

Nick Stewart - Real Estate Agent Put simply, my team has been selling real estate in the Newcastle Greater Region now for 10+ years! Simple, done well! That is what we are about..

We help you understand the process and show you how we have mastered it over the last 10+ years. Selling property & helping people better their families lives is what my team is passionate about. Let me show you how you can maximise your wealth through property!

15/06/2026

The current median house price in Fern Bay is $955,000. So what does that actually buy you?

If you're looking at spending $955k in Fern Bay today, you've got a couple of options.

Option one — a high-end duplex or duo home. One block split in two, smaller land, but higher spec.
We recently sold two of these for $920k and $930k. Premium finishes, built-in surround sound speakers, ducted air conditioning, high ceilings — that sort of thing.

Option two — a four-bedroom, two-bath, two-car freestanding home. This is more of an investment spec, so you won't get the ducted air con or the surround sound. But you'll have a bigger space, your own block of land — probably around 500sqm — and a really good entry point into a suburb with strong growth potential over the next five to ten years.

So that's what $955,000 can get you in Fern Bay.

08/06/2026

Here at Kariboo Gardens in Mount Hutton — a new development of 11 townhouses that's nearly finished. Landscaping getting wrapped up, OCs to come, strata plan to register, then we hand over the keys.

But for any budding developers out there — or anyone looking at a new build — I wanted to show what's expected at a $920,000 price point when you're buying off the plan.

In the kitchen: stone benchtops (manufactured stone, not natural), a decent sink, nice tapware, downlights. And window furnishings — which have almost become expected at this level. A bit contentious, but that's where the market's at.

What I can't show you today because it's full of building material — the double garage. At $920k in Mount Hutton, you're more than likely getting a double lock-up garage. Drop down to the next price point around $825k, and you're most likely looking at a 3-2-1 — single or half garage.
That's the basics of it.

If you're a developer and you've got questions, or you've got a site or a feasibility you'd like us to take a look at — reach out.

01/06/2026

Most people think winter is the worst time to sell. Here's why it could actually be your superpower.

Traditionally, everyone assumes spring and summer are the best times to list. The flowers are out, everything's green, the sun's shining. Makes sense on the surface.

But here's what people forget — that also means more sellers, more properties on the market, and more competition for the same pool of buyers.

In winter — June, July, August — you're not competing with nearly as many other sellers. And that matters more than people realise.

When a market gets saturated, buyers get decision fatigue. Too many options on the table, the decision process slows right down, and it takes longer for buyers to commit. When there's less to choose from, your property gets the attention it deserves.

So if you've been thinking about holding off until the end of the year — it might be worth asking whether winter is actually the perfect time to get your property on the market.

18/05/2026

A lot of people have been asking about the old rifle range and what’s actually happening with it… so here’s where things are at.👇

There’s a DA in at the moment to turn it into a 232 lot subdivision, with a mix of smaller DHA-held blocks and larger lots likely to hit the open market.

It’s still working its way through council, so nothing available just yet, but there’s definitely a lot of interest building around this one. 👀

We’ll keep you posted as we hear more!

16/05/2026

Option two at 1 Vardon Road 🏗️

680sqm in Fern Bay gives you the opportunity to start fresh and for a lot of buyers, that’s the play.💡

Here’s what we would do.

Knock it down, split the block, and build two low maintenance dwellings that suit the way people actually live now.🏡

Keen to hear which option you’d take👇

11/05/2026

1 Vardon Road, plenty of potential here. ⚡

We’ve been speaking to a few different buyers and there are really two clear paths people are considering. Renovate what’s here, or start fresh and build something new. 🏡

This is option one, what it could look like if you go down the renovation path.🔨

Curious what option two looks like? Stay tuned…

04/05/2026

Fullerton Cove update📍 Some positive movement here!

A lot of people have been asking if this would actually move forward, so here’s where things have shifted.

A builder has been engaged early to work alongside the developer, helping navigate construction and costs, which has been the main hurdle. 🏗️⚡

Still early, but a really good sign.

We’ll keep you updated as things progress! 📣

09/02/2026

Fern Bay Market Predictions for 2026 🏡

At the start of every year, I get asked the same question: “What do you think the market’s going to do this year?”

Heading into 2026, we’re already seeing strong buyer activity early in the year. Buyers are coming from all directions, locals within Fern Bay, movers from Newcastle, buyers relocating from the Central West, and people heading up from Sydney looking for a coastal lifestyle.

What does that mean for sellers?
We’re expecting steady growth throughout 2026, with days on market likely sitting anywhere between 25–45 days, depending on timing, presentation, and strategy.

If you’re considering selling in 2026, the best move is to start planning early and understand your options, build a timeline, and choose the right moment for you.

If you’d like to talk through what 2026 could look like for your property, I’m always happy to help.

02/02/2026

Thinking about buying in Fern Bay in 2026?
Here’s why it’s firmly on my radar 👀

Over the next 2–3 years, Fern Bay is set for some major growth and it’s not by accident.
We’ve got upgrades at the Newcastle Airport, a new shopping centre in the pipeline, residential development at Newcastle Golf Club, and the Rifle Range subdivision coming online.

All of that means one thing: infrastructure, lifestyle, and demand are moving in the same direction.
And when that happens, areas like Fern Bay tend to attract more buyers, more attention, and long-term growth.

If you’re considering a purchase here in 2026 and want to understand how these changes could impact values and lifestyle, feel free to reach out , always happy to chat it through.

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