A buyers agent in Clarence is a licensed agent who acts only for the buyer, never the seller. Citadel Agency is a buyers agency based in Preston, Victoria, that helps investors buy in Clarence and across Australia, with suburb research, on and off market sourcing, due diligence and negotiation through to settlement.
21.9% average growth on client results5.3% average gross rental yield88% bought off or pre market$165M+ in deals transacted
The role
What does a buyers agent in Clarence do?
Consumer Affairs Victoria describes a buyer’s agent as a licensed estate agent who, for a fee, acts for a buyer instead of a seller. A selling agent works for the vendor. We work only for you: we find and shortlist properties, look at ones that are never advertised, check each one, and negotiate or bid at auction for you.
Citadel Agency was founded by Omar De Guise and Jadd Chahal. Every purchase is backed by our own suburb research, so your Clarence decision is made on evidence, not on a sales pitch.
64.1K people in the City of Clarence in June 2025 (grew 0.4% (269 people) that year, ABS)
Projection
73.8K projected for 2046 (Tasmanian Treasury TasPOPP 2024, medium series)
Of occupied homes are rented
22.7% (5,361 rented dwellings, ABS 2021 Census)
Major projects
Bellerive Ferry Terminal upgrade (under construction); South Arm Road and Acton Road junction, Rokeby (funded); Gordons Hill Road interchange, Rosny Park (planning)
Government
Tasmania is led by Premier Jeremy Rockliff (Liberal).
Latest rule changes
Pets in rentals (20 Mar 2026); First home buyer duty exemption ended (30 Jun 2026); First Home Owner Grant raised to $20,000 (1 Jul 2026)
Citadel purchases here
None published yet. See our results across Australia
64.1Kpeople in the City of Clarence in June 2025grew 0.4% (269 people) that year, ABS
73.8Kprojected for 2046Tasmanian Treasury TasPOPP 2024, medium series
22.7%of occupied homes are rented5,361 rented dwellings, ABS 2021 Census
What infrastructure is being built in Clarence?
Under construction
Bellerive Ferry Terminal upgradeA $7 million upgrade adding indoor waiting areas, bike storage and digital information screens. Work started in late July 2026 and is expected to finish in mid 2027.
South Arm Road and Acton Road junction, RokebyNew traffic signals and better pedestrian crossings at Rokeby, part of the Rokeby Road and South Arm Highway upgrades funded with $44 million from the Australian Government and $11 million from the Tasmanian Government. Tenders opened in August 2026 and construction is expected to start in December 2026.
Gordons Hill Road interchange, Rosny ParkA new link between Gordons Hill Road and the Tasman Highway to improve access to Rosny Park, funded under the $100 million Mornington Roundabout Upgrade program. Designs were open for community feedback until 5 October 2026.
Kangaroo Bay Hotel, BelleriveThe Tasmanian Planning Commission approved the $65 million, 155 room hotel in October 2026. The Government expects up to 100 construction jobs and more than 400 ongoing roles.
Hobart Airport Interchange upgradeA stage of the South East Traffic Solution on the Tasman Highway, completed in June 2023. The next stages, between the airport and Sorell, are waiting on environmental approvals.
What has the Tasmanian Government changed for property investors?
Tasmania is led by Premier Jeremy Rockliff (Liberal). These are the changes that matter most to investors.
Pets in rentalsLandlords can no longer apply blanket no pet rules, and a landlord who wants to refuse a pet must apply to TASCAT within 14 days and show reasonable grounds.
First home buyer duty exemption endedThe full duty exemption for first home buyers of established homes up to $750,000 applied only to settlements from 18 February 2024 to 30 June 2026.
Furniture anchoring in rentalsA Bill letting tenants anchor furniture without the owner's consent, where no permanent damage results, passed the House of Assembly in May 2026.
Clarence is Hobart's eastern shore, home to Hobart Airport, Rosny Park and growing suburbs such as Rokeby and Cambridge, with ferry, road and hotel projects under way or approved. About one in five homes is rented, so we weigh that against land supply and holding costs before recommending any Clarence suburb.
Values from comparative market analyses (CMA). Suburb only, no client details. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
How we buy
How we buy your Clarence investment property
1
Strategy call
Your goals, budget and borrowing.You get: A clear brief
2
Investment brief
Growth, yield and risk settings.You get: Your Game Plan
3
Area research
Suburbs scored on our data.You get: A shortlist
4
Sourcing
On, off and pre market.You get: The right property
5
Due diligence and negotiation
Comparables, checks and price.You get: A safe deal
6
Settlement and beyond
Tenant, manager and reviews.You get: A performing asset
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I have purchased multiple properties over the years however was stuck for over 6months trying to get into the Melbourne and Tassie market. I reached out to the team and in a few weeks they secured me 2 great properties. I will use Citadel for all future purchases going forward. 10/10
A buyers agent in Clarence acts only for the purchaser. We set your brief, research suburbs on growth, rental demand, supply and risk, find on market and off market property, check each one, and negotiate or bid for you through to settlement.
Do you buy investment properties in Clarence?+
Yes, when Clarence suits a client's strategy and budget. We research suburbs across Australia and only recommend Clarence when the numbers work for you. Our recent purchases are listed by suburb on our results page.
Do I need to live in Clarence to buy there?+
No. Most of our clients buy interstate. We research, arrange inspections through local partners, negotiate and manage the purchase to settlement, and keep you updated at every step.
What is the population of Clarence?+
The City of Clarence had an estimated 64,119 residents at 30 June 2025, up 269 people (0.4%) that year, according to the ABS Regional population release of March 2026.
How much is Clarence expected to grow?+
Tasmanian Treasury's 2024 population projections (medium series) put Clarence at about 73,800 residents by 2046. That is around 9,700 more people than in June 2025.
How many Clarence homes are rented?+
At the 2021 Census, 5,361 of Clarence's 23,584 occupied homes (22.7%) were rented, according to the ABS. That is below the Tasmanian figure of 26.4%.
What infrastructure is being built in Clarence?+
The Tasmanian Government says work on the $7 million Bellerive Ferry Terminal upgrade started in July 2026 and is due in mid 2027. The South Arm Road and Acton Road junction upgrade at Rokeby is due to start in December 2026, and the $65 million Kangaroo Bay Hotel was approved by the Tasmanian Planning Commission in October 2026.
How much is stamp duty in Tasmania?+
It depends on the price, the type of property, whether you will live in it or rent it out, whether you are a first home buyer and whether you are a foreign buyer. Our free stamp duty calculator uses the published Tasmania rates, and your conveyancer will confirm the final amount.
How do I get started?+
Book a free 30 minute strategy call. We look at your budget, borrowing and goals, and tell you honestly whether Clarence fits your plan.
Areas we serve
Buyers agents Australia wide
We research suburbs across Australia to find the right location for each client's plan.