In the Mornington Peninsula Shire, about 1 hour 25 minutes’ drive from the Melbourne CBD.

Real estate agents in Rye

Rye is a classic Peninsula beach town with two coastlines: a calm bay beach with its pier, and the rugged ocean beaches on the back side. Its relaxed village, sandy streets and holiday spirit make it one of the most popular places on the southern Peninsula.

LynchCo sells real estate in Rye. If you're searching for a real estate agent in Rye, choose one who can sell the lifestyle as well as the home, and manage everything if you live away.

The market

Median house price, 2025
$935k
Median house price, last 10 years
92% increase
Median house price, Jan–Mar 2026
$985k
Houses sold, Jan–Mar 2026
75

Source: Valuer-General Victoria, Victorian Property Sales Report (CC BY 4.0), Jan–Mar 2026

Places to go

Schools

  • Rye Primary School

Travel times

  • Frankston Station45 min drive, trains to the city
  • Melbourne CBD1 hr 25 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport1 hr 50 min drive
  • Sorrento–Queenscliff ferry13 min drive

By car from the centre of Rye, without traffic.

Schools and drive times from OpenStreetMap data, © OpenStreetMap contributors.

School zones

Government school zones for 2027, from the Department of Education. All school zones

Selling a home in Rye

Rye buyers are often Melbourne families looking for a holiday home, surfers, sea-changers and retirees. Location between the bay and back beach, outdoor living and low maintenance all matter. We present every home for its most likely buyer and reach buyers across Melbourne.

  1. PresentationWe get it ready, properly, so buyers connect with it from the first photograph.
  2. Pre-marketWe introduce it quietly to buyers already looking on the Peninsula, so there’s momentum on day one.
  3. On-marketA campaign made for the home, with private inspections seven days a week.
  4. NegotiationHandled by your agent, start to finish, to secure the best possible price.
How we sell homes

Choosing the best real estate agent in Rye

Because many Rye homes are holiday houses, it's important to choose an agent who can manage the whole sale for you: presentation, inspections and negotiation, with clear updates throughout.

Rye real estate: your questions

Do you sell holiday homes in Rye?
Yes. Many Rye owners live away, and our Property Concierge can prepare the home while your agent handles inspections and negotiations.
What sells best in Rye?
Homes within easy reach of the bay or back beach, with good outdoor living and low maintenance, appeal most to buyers.
When is the best time to sell in Rye?
Activity often lifts in the warmer months, but we'll recommend timing based on your home and the current market.

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