Ross Katsambis has sold a three-bedroom, two-bathroom house at 7 Heatherleigh Court, Carrum Downs, for $830,000 by private treaty, after four days on the market and multiple offers.
For Ross Katsambis, a very well-kept family home in a sought-after price bracket was a strong starting point. The job was making sure buyers saw it at its best from day one.
Presentation and a sharp price guide
The vendors’ three-bedroom, two-bathroom house came with a double garage and had been looked after with care. Ross had it styled, cleaned and presented before launch.
He set the price guide at $749,950 to $809,950 – a bracket he says is in strong demand in Carrum Downs for a home of that size.
Ross also lined up interest before the campaign went live, drawing on a mix of underbidders from previous campaigns and his buyer database.
Two open homes followed. Multiple offers arrived within four days, and the home sold by private treaty for $830,000, above the top of the guide.
According to recent market reporting, homes in the suburb have typically taken 10–16 days to sell.
Cathedral ceilings and an out-of-area buyer
The buyer came from outside the area, drawn by Carrum Downs’ infrastructure: easy access to freeways, schools and shops.
Inside, Ross said one feature stood out above all others.
“The number one feature of the home was the cathedral ceilings, which showed that really good use of space.”
The vendors were blown away by the result. Just as important to them, Ross said, was that the home was going to a family who would love and look after it.
Carrum Downs and the buyers still searching
Carrum Downs is a family-oriented suburb in Melbourne’s outer south-east, about 36 kilometres from the CBD. Frankston–Dandenong Road and EastLink provide the main road links, while schools, parks, shops and the beaches at Seaford and Carrum are close by. For buyers weighing options across Melbourne’s outer suburbs, that mix of connectivity and everyday amenity is a clear draw.
Four underbidders missed out on this one. Ross said all four are first-home buyers who wanted a nice family home.
His read of the local market is clear.
“That price point is doing really well because people are coming in from other areas, and they’re seeing the value in Carrum Downs because of the location.”
For sellers weighing up a listing in this price bracket, it points to a pool of motivated buyers.
About the Agent
Ross Katsambis is a Property Consultant and Auctioneer with Impact Realty Group and has worked in real estate and property since the age of 21, backed by family connections in the industry spanning more than 30 years. Born and raised in Carrum Downs, he attended local schools and has been involved in sporting and social groups across the community. Ross works to make buying and selling enjoyable and successful for everyone involved. Visit Ross’s website for more information or call Ross on 0423135798.