Eastern Suburbs specialist Albert Sassoon from Pacific Property Buyers secured a two-bedroom garden apartment at 1/28-30 Simpson Street, Bondi for first-home buyers in just 24 hours through an off-market transaction valued at $1.8 million.
The result came from Albert’s 25 years selling real estate in the area and his established relationships with local agents, which gave his clients early access to a scarce property type before it reached the open market.
Strategic search delivers result
Albert worked with the young couple for six weeks, spending the first two and a half months building a detailed understanding of their requirements and budget parameters.
“We’d been looking for two and a half months and got a really clear picture on the style of property and the location they wanted,” Albert said.
“We knew once we walked in there that it was the perfect home.”
The off-market approach proved decisive in a competitive market where garden apartments rarely become available.
“I found the property through my relationships with agents and knew being a garden apartment in Bondi as a first home for a young couple, it was the perfect match,” he said.
Market knowledge drives speed
Albert’s understanding of garden apartment scarcity in the suburb enabled rapid decision-making once the opportunity emerged.
“Knowing the market, having 25 years selling real estate, knowing the values and scarcity of a garden apartment really helped making a quick decision,” he said.
“Understanding the value ensured we didn’t miss out to other buyer’s agents and prospective buyers looking in that area.”
The buyers’ response reflected the success of the strategic approach.
“They were over the moon, very excited – it was a great purchase,” Albert said.
The contract was signed on 22nd January 2026, completing a six-week search process that positioned the buyers ahead of broader market competition.
Domain.com.au data shows Bondi attracts families, young professionals and retirees due to proximity to Bondi Beach and Sydney’s CBD, with rental yields around 3 per cent.
About the agent
Albert Sassoon, Founder and Buyers Agent at Pacific Property Buyers brings 25 years of real estate experience and intimate local knowledge to Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs market, specialising in first-home buyers, investors, family homes, luxury apartments and prestige properties. Having owned an Eastern Suburbs real estate office for 10 years, he now operates with a family office approach, combining sharp business acumen with a relaxed, client-focused service style. Visit Albert’s website or call Albert on +61 414 776 440.
