A Proud Tradition with
Current Perspectives

Expertise Built Over 150 Years

Personal service, proven results.

At W.B. Simpson & Son, real estate is more than just property - it’s a family legacy. Proudly family owned and operated since 1872, we have guided five generations of clients through their property journeys across inner Melbourne.

From our long-standing presence in North & West Melbourne, Carlton, Parkville, Flemington, Kensington and surrounding suburbs, we have built a reputation for integrity, professionalism and genuine care. Our deep local knowledge and commitment to service have earned us the trust of generations of families, individuals, institutions and government bodies alike for over 150 years.

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Expertise Built Over 150 Years
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Our Favourite Places

City-Fringe Comfort
Inspect Thursday 16 October
$410,000 - $450,000
G2/130 Errol Street, North Melbourne
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Hopes and Dreams
Auction Saturday 18 October
$630,000 - $690,000
3 Hopetoun Street, Kensington
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141 m2
Lifestyle, Comfort & Convenience
For Sale
$529,000
303/175 Rosslyn Street, West Melbourne
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Iconic Inner City Living or Investment
For Sale
$285,000
69/171 Flemington Road, North Melbourne
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What People Are Saying About Us

We have bought or helped many friends and family navigate the buying and selling process. Richard is without doubt one of the best Real Estate Agents we have dealt with.  He always always answers his own phone.  This is important when you are trying to get a good handle on where your property is at in the selling process.  Richard always kept us extremely well informed on all de...
Verified review Karen G - Seller
Star Rating 5.0
The sale went well and Richard was communicative and helpful throughout the process. He had a clear understanding of the market and was professional throughout. I had better than expected interest and turn out at the auction....
Verified review Jamie T - Seller
Star Rating 5.0
Richard was everything we hoped for in an agent. He was professional, efficient and supportive when selling our first place. I would highly recommend his service to anyone looking for a real estate agent.
Verified review Lucy W - Seller
Star Rating 5.0
Richards recommended selling price was above my expectations , and the final price was very close to his recommendation. Communication was ongoing and on time when planned.
Verified review MICHAEL K - Seller
Star Rating 5.0
We have been dealing with WB Simpson Real Estate and Mr. Richard Simpson for many years, and cannot express enough of our gratitude for their highly professional service/work they have always provided (in buying, leasing or selling our properties). In addition we were pleased with their warmth and understanding of our issues so we have always felt being a special. We highly recommen...
Verified review Vladimir B - Seller
Star Rating 5.0
Extremely happy with the service provided by Richard Simpson of WB Simpson & Co. We found Richard and Kyle Colburn friendly and approachable. Richard's knowledge, experience and guidance in all interactions made decisions easy during the complete process, from the marketing campaign to the auction day. The constant communications via weekly telephone calls and emails with updates ...
Verified review Nadia G - Seller
Star Rating 5.0
Richard gave us the confidence, market knowledge and responsiveness that we needed to manage the sale of our property. This translated to attracting more than 50 people to our auction with multiple bidders and a sale price 25% over our reserve. The whole process was smooth and professionally handled from start to end. We were very happy with his service and would highly recomme...
Verified review Mario B - Seller
Star Rating 5.0
Richard gave us great advice in terms of how best to present the property. Once the property was ready for selling we handed it over to Richard and his team. They kept us informed at all times and they found a buyer for what was a slightly specialised property. We received a fair price and we fully recommend the services of Richard....
Verified review Graham E - Seller
Star Rating 5.0
Candice Blair has been a superb agent! She is friendly, communicative, understanding, and very competent. I always had any issues sorted out in an effective and timely manner. I wish all agents were of a similar ilk !...
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