CobdenHayson in the news.
Keep up to date with the latest market insights, record-breaking sales, and company announcements from CobdenHayson.
From significant property listings to team appointments, explore our recent highlights in the press.
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October 4, 2025 | The Sydney Morning Herald
In the News: Ewenton House Poised to Rewrite History
Our landmark listing, Ewenton House, has captured headlines with the Sydney Morning Herald reporting on its potential to smash the Inner West price record. Described as "Balmain’s largest estate," this 1854 sandstone masterpiece on a 2,206sqm waterfront reserve is guiding $27.5 million—a figure set to eclipse the current region high of $21 million. Read the full article to see why this grand estate, with its heated indoor pool and 10-car garage, is being hailed as a "Southern Highlands retreat" just minutes from the CBD.
2025
November 11, 2025 | Real Asset Insight
CobdenHayson appoints Kate Edson as group general manager in Sydney
Announcing the strategic appointment of Kate Edson as Group General Manager to lead operations and growth across the CobdenHayson network.
November 10, 2025 | The Real Estate Conversation
CobdenHayson appoints Kate Edson as Group General Manager
Detailed coverage of Kate Edson’s new leadership role, highlighting her remit to drive performance and innovation within the group.
October 27, 2025 | The ASEAN Developer
Sydney Inner West’s development site for sale - Colliers & CobdenHayson
Ben Southwell (CobdenHayson Annandale) partners with Colliers to list a rare development site in Lilyfield, offering expert commentary on the demand for premium Inner West infill opportunities.
October 16, 2025 | Elite Agent
Strategic marketing delivers seven-day sale in competitive Wareemba market
A case study on Tony Nico, detailing how a rapid, targeted marketing campaign secured a premium result for a Wareemba family home in just one week.
October 10, 2025 | https://www.google.com/search?q=realestate.com.au
Rebel Wilson’s booming property empire revealed
A deep dive into the property portfolio of Hollywood star Rebel Wilson, featuring her long-standing relationship with CH agents Anna Wilson and Matthew Hayson for her Inner West transactions.
October 9, 2025 | Luxury List
Harbourfront Balmain Ewenton House for sale
Showcasing the listing of 'Ewenton House' by directors Danny Cobden and Samantha Elvy—a landmark sandstone estate offered to the market for the first time in history.
October 7, 2025 | Greek Herald
Dr John Yiannikas lists Balmain’s landmark Ewenton House for $27.5 million
Highlighting the cultural and historical significance of the Ewenton House listing, managed by Danny Cobden and Samantha Elvy.
October 4, 2025 | The Sydney Morning Herald
The $27.5m estate that’s set to smash records for Sydney’s inner west
Leading press coverage of the record-breaking potential of 1 Blake Street, Balmain, with expert insights from listing agent Danny Cobden.
October 4, 2025 | The Age
The $27.5m estate that’s set to smash records for Sydney’s inner west
National coverage of the Inner West's most significant prestige listing, reinforcing CobdenHayson’s position as the agency of choice for luxury heritage estates.
October 4, 2025 | realestate.com.au
Grand Balmain estate Ewenton set to smash inner west price records
Danny Cobden and Samantha Elvy present the historic Ewenton House, discussing its architectural grandeur and the high demand for trophy homes in the peninsula.
October 3, 2025 | Australian Financial Review
KPMG chief economist (and serial renovator) to sell $9m Melbourne home
Market Insight: A look at high-end property movements involving key financial figures, reflecting the broader prestige market landscape and economic trends affecting luxury real estate.
September 15, 2025 | realestate.com.au
Rebel Wilson selling Balmain investment home via sister Anna
CobdenHayson agent Anna Wilson represents sister Rebel Wilson in the sale of her designer Balmain investment apartment, drawing significant media attention.
September 12, 2025 | View.com.au
Rebel Wilson puts her Sydney property back on the market for spring
Detailing the Spring campaign strategy for Rebel Wilson’s Balmain property, managed by Anna Wilson.
September 12, 2025 | Domain
Rebel Wilson lists her Sydney investment property for $2 million
Discusses the listing of the Lever Brothers factory conversion apartment, with Anna Wilson managing the high-profile campaign.
September 11, 2025 | The Sydney Morning Herald
Rebel Wilson lists her Sydney investment property for $2 million
Mainstream news coverage of the celebrity listing, reinforcing CobdenHayson’s connection to the area’s most notable residents.
August 15, 2025 | Domain
Balmain: Sydney's most dog-friendly inner west suburb
Director Matt Hayson provides local expertise on the changing demographics of Balmain, highlighting the suburb's lifestyle appeal and community atmosphere.
June 21, 2025 | Domain
Soul Origin co-founder puts historic inner west home on market
Ben Southwell lists ‘Gad’s Hill Villa’ in Croydon for Soul Origin co-founder Hao Quach, showcasing the agency's reach into the broader Inner West prestige market.
April 2, 2025 | The Real Estate Conversation
CobdenHayson’s Art Month 2025 winners to be announced
Celebrating CobdenHayson’s community engagement and support for local culture through the sponsorship of the annual Art Month competition.
2024
September 12, 2024 | Australian Financial Review
Sydney suburb breaks $6m record with Palm Springs-inspired house
Alex Mastoris and Santos Sulfaro set a new Marrickville suburb record with the $6 million sale of a reimagined Victorian manor on Livingstone Road.
May 31, 2024 | Real Estate Business
Cobden Hayson merges with independent agency in Sydney’s Inner West
Industry news covering the strategic merger and expansion of the CobdenHayson group, solidifying its market leadership in the Inner West.