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The Melbourne Sotheby's International Realty Difference

For those who demand an elevated service like none other, there's Melbourne Sotheby's International Realty. We're the industry's best agents, curating with incomparable attention to style and detail. We're here for you to help sell your home at a scale you just won't find anywhere else.

EVERY CLIENT, A PREMIUM SERVICE

Don't just get it on the market, get it the attention it deserves

Best-in-class exposure for our listings is achieved through exclusive marketing partnerships, digital channels, powerful PR, and an engaged client network. Whether you're planning a move locally or globally, it would be our privilege to guide you toward your best outcome.

Specialist Local Knowledge

At Melbourne Sotheby's International Realty, local expertise isn't just a service - it's a foundation. Our deep understanding of Victoria's diverse property market ensures your home is priced with precision and positioned to attract the right buyers. This insight, combined with a tailored strategy, helps achieve results that truly reflect your property's worth.

Tailored Marketing

Melbourne Sotheby's International Realty is known for its effective and innovative marketing strategies. Our strategic use of online platforms and social media can significantly expand the reach of your property listing, ensuring it captures the attention of a wide range of potential buyers.

Expertise That Works Locally and Globally

From the streets of Melbourne to international cities, our reach is unmatched. We pair our strong local presence with the global strength of the Sotheby's International Realty network, ensuring your property is seen by the right audience, near and far.

Skilled Negotiators

The difference between a good result and an exceptional one often comes down to negotiation. Our agents are experienced professionals, adept at navigating even the most complex discussions to secure the best possible outcome.

Client-Centric Approach

Your home is more than a property; it's personal, and we treat it that way. At every stage, we take the time to understand your priorities and tailor our service to fit your unique needs. With open communication and consistent updates, you'll always feel informed, confident, and supported throughout the process.

The Art of Presentation

How your property is presented can transform its appeal. At Melbourne Sotheby's International Realty, we understand the emotional connection buyers form with a home. From expert staging to carefully curated imagery and video, we highlight the unique qualities of your property to create a lasting impression that inspires action.

Exceptional properties deserve extraordinary marketing. 

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Our reputation is your advantage.

Melbourne Sotheby's International Realty has a long list of satisfied clients who commend our professionalism, expertise, and results. 

Testimonial from Eva Layt
Invaluable guidance

I first contacted Max Ruttner while considering downsizing. Throughout the process he kept me informed of suitable properties and provided invaluable guidance. When it came time to sell, Max recommended a professional team to prepare my home for the market and executed a clear strategic marketing plan.

His professionalism, market knowledge and negotiating skills made the whole process seamless. His team maintained constant communication with me and he was always available to address any concerns. Beyond his expertise, Max is personable, trustworthy and genuinely committed to his clients' best interests.

I highly recommend him to anyone buying or selling. Read More

31A Hampden Road, Armadale
Eva Layt - August 2025
Testimonial from AJ Priest er and Hollie Sweet
We couldn't be happier with the entire process and outcome.

I first received a call from Max Ruttner when he sold 55 Somers Avenue Malvern in 2020.Fast forward five years, it was time to sell my home, and Max had consistently kept me informed about the market during that time. Over the years, I observed his significant growth and expertise in the field. When looking for an agent, I wanted someone who was the right fit for my home and the target buyer demographics, and most importantly, a dedicated and driven individual who would work diligently to achieve the best possibleprice. Trusting my intuition, I appointed Max and his team (Antoinette and Julia) from Melbourne Sotheby's to handle the sale of our home in Malvern.

My intuition proved correct - the team delivered. Max and Antoinette work very well together, their skill sets are complimentary... they are a "great team"! The campaign was outstanding from the beginning. Max genuinely cares and was very responsive and efficient, paying attention to every detail. Their team was also a great help in preparing the home, taking our home from 70% to 110%, which was a significant benefit. Max is authentic, hardworking, and a strong negotiator who fought for every last dollar! We sold our family home for a record price, and we couldn't be happier with the entire process and outcome. Thank you for your hard work and fantastic result, Max! Read More

30 Chesterfield Avenue, Malvern
AJ Priest er and Hollie Sweet - August 2025
Testimonial from Melissa Giuffrida and Mike Giuffrida
We would recommend their services to anyone seeking to sell their property.

We are immensely grateful to Max Ruttner and Antoinette Nido, along with the entire Sotheby's International Realty Stonnington team, for their exceptional work in selling our home. From our initial consultation, Max and Antoinette demonstrated unparalleled tenacity, professionalism, extensive local market knowledge, and a sincere, approachable demeanour. They planned and executed each stage of the selling process with clarity and attentiveness, consistently keeping our best interests as their priority. Their robust communication instilled confidence and assurance throughout the journey. Notably, their collaborative and tireless efforts resulted in an outstanding outcome. We are thrilled we chose to partner with Max, Antoinette, and the Sotheby's Stonnington team and we would recommend their services to anyone seeking to sell their property. Read More

53 Rose Street, Armadale
Melissa Giuffrida and Mike Giuffrida - August 2025
Testimonial from Geoff Brady & Jean Brady
They sold our penthouse apartment with an outstanding result.

Max Ruttner and Antoinette Nido from Melbourne Sotheby's International Realty delivered exactly as promised - they sold our penthouse apartment with an outstanding result. The

entire process was seamless, efficient, and handled with the utmost professionalism. We couldn't be more pleased with the outcome.

Prior to engaging Max and Antoinette, our property had been listed with another agent for eight months without success. From the outset, they presented a clear and confident strategy to reposition the penthouse in the market. Their attention to detail, strategic focus, and consistent communication made all the difference.

Having developed hotels and residential buildings over a 40-year span, I have worked with many agents, I can confidently say that this team ranks at the very top. Read More

Penthouse/30 Springfield Avenue, Toorak
Geoff Brady & Jean Brady - August 2025
Testimonial from James, South Yarra
Nothing was ever left to chance.

The Sotheby’s Stonnington team, led by Antoinette Nido and Max Ruttner, delivered an exceptional result for our home in South Yarra. Their client-focused approach, exceptional work ethic, and attention to detail, meant every step was carefully considered - nothing was ever left to chance. Their expertise, dedication, and ability to tailor their strategy to the market conditions made all the difference. We knew we were in the best hands, and the result confirmed it. Thank you to the entire team! Read More

33 Darling Street, South Yarra
James, South Yarra - March 2025
Testimonial from James, South Yarra
Max Ruttner’s approach is anything but one-size-fits-all.

Max Ruttner’s approach is anything but one-size-fits-all. He is meticulous, client-focused, and driven by a pursuit of excellence that ensures every decision is made with precision. Beyond his expertise, Max is a genuine, thoughtful and reliable agent who you can rely on to go above and beyond. From start to finish his commitment and attention to detail were key ingredients in achieving an outstanding result for our South Yara home. It was a pleasure dealing with Max through the entire process. We couldn’t have asked for a better advocate. Thank you, Max! Read More

33 Darling Street, South Yarra
James, South Yarra - March 2025
Testimonial from James, South Yarra
Antoinette Nido is in a league of her own.

Antoinette Nido is in a league of her own. She backs herself completely and achieves superior results through exceptional market knowledge, winning strategy, and unwavering determination. Antoinette is a meticulous, diligent professional who leaves no stone unturned in achieving the best result possible. She is the kind of agent you want in your corner – tireless in her pursuit of excellence and dedicated to listening to her clients’ needs. Selling with Antoinette means knowing you have the very best agent on your side. We were astounded by her ability to achieve a result far beyond our expectations for our South Yarra home in 3 days. Thank you, Antoinette! Read More

33 Darling Street, South Yarra
James, South Yarra - March 2025
Testimonial from Patch Garnaut
Max and Antoinette are a formidable team.

Max Ruttner and Antoinette Nido from Melbourne Sothebys International Realty sold our home at 7 Kensington Road South Yarra. We engaged them because we had full confidence in their ability to close a sale in a slow buyer’s market. We were very happy with their unrelenting, consistent and diligent efforts from start to finish, they left no stone unturned to secure a sale where many other listings in the area remain unsold months later.

Their work was first class from the outset, they facilitated the preparation and presentation of our home to showcase it at its best through their dedicated team, which was a seamless, effortless and easy experience for us. Communication was clear, honest and factual, keeping us updated of who the buyers were and their level of interest throughout the process.

This dynamic duo really shone when managing the buyers throughout the Campaign process, their genuine teamwork, male and female combination and complimentary skills and expertise were a real asset to us as Vendors.

The purchaser originally had said “no” to having interest in our house, but they worked the buyer pool well together and ensured that all buyers were given a final opportunity to inspect and then managed to swing the eventual purchaser back onto the home, maintain competitive tension and close the deal.

Max and Antoinette are a formidable team in the market and an asset to their Vendors, they have high professional standards, work hard, are genuine, and great to deal with. We highly recommend this powerhouse team for results and a stress free experience Read More

7 Kensington Road, South Yarra
Patch Garnaut - January 2025

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