Sophie

Kennedy-Rush

With extensive property management and business development experience, Sophie is recognised for her strategic thinking, leadership and award-winning results. As Director and Business Development Manager, she combines honest advice, clear processes and a deeply human approach, helping rental providers make confident investment decisions while mentoring teams to grow.

What’s your personal connection to the neighbourhood?
I moved to Geelong when I was 18, leaving my Goldfield roots and beginning my career along the Great Ocean Road. Since then, I’ve lived and breathed Geelong, watching it grow, transform and change while building friendships, love and family here.

What do your clients commonly say you do differently?
Clients usually say I make the process feel clear, calm and genuinely handled. I am proactive, communicate early and honestly, and explain the why behind decisions. I treat each property as both an asset and, often, an emotional connection.

Take us through your most meaningful client story
One meaningful moment came during an appraisal when a woman shared that leasing her property was part of her pathway to leave domestic violence. The process became about safety, dignity and timing. Helping her take that step and regain control was incredibly powerful.

Why Buxton?
Buxton is home. I had worked in the industry for years, looking for the right fit, and from the early days I knew this was where I wanted to build a legacy.

Frequently Asked

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Your Buxton team member will cover the details - here’s a clear view of what an appraisal involves.

We approach appraisals as a practical conversations, grounded in real data, local insight and what matters most to you.

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Your Buxton agent visits your property, considers its features, location, and market conditions, and combines that with recent leasing data to give you a clear, realistic view of its value.

We analyse comparable properties, current market trends, and your home’s unique qualities. From there, we provide a considered range that reflects what renters are likely to pay.

Not at all. An appraisal is simply insight - a way to understand your property's value and your options before making any decisions.

Typically, we recommend an in-person appraisal so we can assess your property fully. In some cases, a virtual appraisal can provide a helpful initial guide.

Agents weigh factors differently - recent lease results, market conditions, and property features. At Buxton, we combine local insight, data, and experience to provide a balanced, realistic appraisal you can trust.