North Shore
Discovering Sydney’s Leafy North Shore
Spanning the northern shores of Sydney Harbour and winding northward between Middle Harbour and the Lane Cove River up to the sandstone ridges at Berowra, the North Shore is one of Australia’s most coveted residential regions. Renowned for its lush canopies, winding coastal inlets and architecturally significant homes, this area blends urban convenience with a village-feel that makes every street feel like home.
Residents are drawn to its:
Harbour-fringed lifestyles: Ferry wharves and waterfront parks invite weekend picnics, kayaking adventures and sunrise strolls along Clifton Gardens, Cremorne Point and Bradley’s Head.
Green, family-friendly enclaves: From the Nature Reserve in Gordon to the walking tracks at Lane Cove National Park, there’s an endless symphony of birdcalls and bushland to explore.
Top-tier schools and community spirit: Be it the heritage campuses in Pymble and Hornsby or the boutique colleges in Willoughby, educational excellence is everywhere, underpinned by community markets, fetes and street-fairs that knit neighbours together.
Seamless connectivity: With three railway lines, efficient buses, key Pacific Highway routes and on-demand ferries, you’re 20 minutes from the CBD but feel worlds away.
Cafés, boutiques and culture: Chatswood’s cosmopolitan precinct, North Sydney’s creative hub and Mosman’s galleries showcase a dynamic food, arts and design scene that thrives amidst leafy streets.
Every suburb on the North Shore shares a commitment to heritage, greenery and genuine connection—qualities that turn houses into homes, and neighbours into friends.
Complete List of North Shore Suburbs
Artarmon, Cammeray, Castle Cove, Castlecrag, Chatswood, Chatswood West, Cremorne, Cremorne Point, Crows Nest, East Killara, East Lindfield, Gordon, Hornsby, Hunters Hill, Killara, Kirribilli, Kurraba Point, Lane Cove, Lane Cove North, Lane Cove West, Lavender Bay, Lindfield, McMahons Point, Milsons Point, Middle Cove, Mosman, Neutral Bay, Northbridge, North Sydney, North Willoughby, Normanhurst, North Epping, Pymble, Riverview, Roseville, Roseville Chase, St Leonards, Turramurra, Wahroonga, Willoughby, Willoughby East and Wollstonecraft.
Area & Suburbs Serviced
Andrew Schaverien services Sydney's North Shore, specifically both the Upper North Shore and Lower North Shore. His primary focus suburbs are:
Upper North Shore: Killara, East Killara, Lindfield, East Lindfield, Roseville and Roseville Chase.
Lower North Shore: Castle Cove, Middle Cove, Willoughby, North Willoughby, Willoughby East, Artarmon, Castlecrag, Northbridge, Chatswood, Chatswood West, Crows Nest, Naremburn and Lane Cove.
Connection to the Area
Andrew's connection to the area is deep and personal. He was born and raised in Castle Cove and is now raising his own young family in Willoughby. He has also lived in Killara. This gives him a genuine, lifelong understanding of the community. He also runs his business, Ralph & Ralph, from Willoughby. His deep personal connection to the area and community is unmatched by his competitors, allowing him to provide advice and guidance on the area on a deeply personal level.
Background Prior to Buyer's Agency
Before his career in real estate, Andrew served eight and a half years as an Army Officer. Following his military service, he had a diverse career in learning, which included management and leadership of the team responsible for review and development of courses across the NSW Police Force, and working as a Management Consultant at KPMG. He is also a published children's author with his book available for purchase on Amazon for any young family looking to share the emotional journey of buying a home with their children.
What Sets Him Apart
Andrew’s past experiences and values are presented as his key differentiators. He is an Army veteran who brings a "military mindset" to his work, with a focus on support and service. His values are a foundation of his approach. He also has a deep personal connection to the North Shore, having grown up and now living there, which gives him a unique local insight. He also holds family to be the most valuable part of life and this is demonstrated through the business itself, Ralph & Ralph, which was originally founded by his grandfather Ralph (and his brother-in-law, Ralph). Andrew is dedicated to carrying on that legacy.
Negotiation Approach
Andrew Schaverien's negotiation style is built on strong relationships and a client-first mentality. He has close relationships with agents, which allows him to cut through the noise and get straight to the point. He treats your money like he would his own, with a focus on saving you wherever possible. To secure the best deal, he uses data and information to highlight value to both agents and vendors, showing them the property's true worth. Crucially, he ensures he is never incentivised to spend more of your money by never taking a percentage-based fee on your purchase.
Staying Current with Market Trends
To stay on top of the dynamic market, Andrew is actively engaged in the field. He visits over 20 open homes a week and watches multiple auctions every week. He maintains a meticulous database of information, including data on properties visited, properties sold and the percentage point difference between the guide and sale prices, along with all other relevant property information. This provides him not only with the knowledge of market trends but also tendencies of individual agents.
Area & Suburbs Serviced
Simon Vowell specialises exclusively in Sydney’s Lower North Shore. He sources properties across surrounding pockets of the Lower North Shore and prioritises opportunities that match each client’s brief, including pre-market and off-market listings. He prides himself on his hyper-local focus on:
Mosman, Neutral Bay, Cremorne, Cammeray and Kirribilli.
Connection to the Area
Simon’s business, 4 The Buyer, is rooted in the Lower North Shore and his operating footprint is intentionally narrow to deepen local expertise. Working only with a small number of clients at a time allows him to build strong relationships with vendors, agents and community contacts across his target suburbs, giving clients early access to relevant opportunities.
Background Prior to Buyer's Agency
Simon founded 4 The Buyer to deliver a pure, buyer-first service. His professional background is presented through the lens of independent practice and hands-on client work, emphasising direct engagement rather than delegation. He positions himself as the single point of contact for every client, handling search, negotiation and settlement personally.
What Sets Him Apart
Simon’s distinguishing features are his exclusive Lower North Shore specialisation, highly personalised caseload and transparent, independent model. He promises no hidden commissions and places buyer interests first by never representing sellers. His promise to work directly with clients with no juniors or hand-offs reinforces a premium, accountable service.
Negotiation Approach
Simon negotiates with a measured, confidence-led style that prioritises protecting the buyer’s budget. He leverages close agent relationships and access to pre- and off-market opportunities to reduce bidding pressure and secure properties without overpaying. His negotiations are tailored to each brief, focused on delivering the best outcome efficiently.
Staying Current with Market Trends
Simon maintains market edge through deep, local market tracking and active agent engagement across his focused suburbs. His business model—working with a small client list and cultivating agent relationships—gives him early sight of listings and market movement, enabling fast, informed action that often results in purchases within 10–12 weeks and sometimes under 30 days.