Best Real Estate Agents in Auckland
We assessed 71 real estate agents in Auckland and ranked the top 5 on public rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The businesses listed below hold 4,618 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 25 September 2026. How we rank →
Before you hire
The agent who achieves the best price is not always the one who quotes the highest appraisal, whichever agency they work for. Ask agents about their recent sale prices relative to appraisal, their average days on market, and how they plan to market your specific property, not just their general approach.
Top 5 Real Estate Agents in Auckland
The top 5 real estate agents in Auckland are #1 Arizto Real Estate, #2 Ray White Manukau, #3 Barfoot & Thompson Milford, #4 Apartment Specialists, and #5 Barfoot & Thompson Henderson, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you choose.
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Arizto Real Estate
★ 4.9 2,149 reviews +46 Top5 Score 216 -25★ 2,041 4★ 76 3★ 6 2★ 2 1★ 24Arizto Real Estate works across both sides of property transactions, guiding first-home buyers through competitive multi-offer situations, steering vendors to quick sales, and coordinating building reports, documentation, and electronic signing throughout. Several agents, including Keegan, Tiana, and Dot, are noted for matching clients to properties based on lifestyle fit rather than just what is listed, and for keeping all parties informed without leaving anyone waiting.
location_on Level 2/3 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland
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Ray White Manukau
★ 4.8 453 reviews +10 Top5 Score 1835★ 422 4★ 7 3★ 3 2★ 7 1★ 14Ray White Manukau gets vendors through the auction process with agents who set realistic expectations upfront and keep sellers informed at every stage, from listing through to settlement. Several agents, including Shane, Gin, and Johny, are noted for working around client schedules and cultural circumstances to reach outcomes within tight timeframes.
location_on 603 Great South Road, Manukau City Centre, Auckland
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Barfoot & Thompson Milford
★ 4.9 475 reviews Top5 Score 1785★ 461 4★ 9 3★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 3Barfoot & Thompson Milford covers property sales, buyer representation, and property management, with individual agents noted for staying involved well after settlement, from walking new owners through hot water systems to coordinating moves before official handover dates. On the sales side, agents including Linda and Kristy are recognised for staging advice, sustained buyer engagement, and negotiation that keeps clients informed at every step rather than leaving them to guess.
location_on 180 Kitchener Road, Milford, Auckland
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Apartment Specialists
★ 4.9 396 reviews Top5 Score 1755★ 380 4★ 4 2★ 1 1★ 11Apartment Specialists focuses on central Auckland apartment sales and purchases, working with first-home buyers, repeat investors, and vendors selling in slow markets. Agents including Hayden, Dan, and Alastair are noted for explaining body corporate matters, coordinating repairs and legal issues remotely, and giving buyers an honest read on a property's positives and negatives before committing.
location_on 7D/17 Albert Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland
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Barfoot & Thompson Henderson
★ 4.8 349 reviews Top5 Score 1725★ 310 4★ 23 3★ 7 2★ 3 1★ 6Barfoot & Thompson Henderson covers property sales, buyer search campaigns, and rental placement, with agents like Rishi noted for staying in regular contact with buyers across many months until the right property is found, and agents like Queenie and Vic for working complex multi-party sales through to a strong result. On the rentals side, staff make the viewing and application process approachable, particularly for first-time renters navigating a stressful search.
location_on 350 Great North Road, Henderson, Auckland
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Before you choose a real estate agent in Auckland
Drawn from 312 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.
What does a real estate agent typically charge in New Zealand? expand_more
Commission in New Zealand follows a sliding scale, with a common structure of around 4% on the first $400,000 and roughly 2% on the balance. On an $800,000 sale that works out to approximately $24,000 before GST, so calculating the actual dollar figure matters more than focusing on the percentages.
GST at 15% is added on top of the quoted commission rate, which adds a meaningful sum to your final cost. All commission terms must be written into an agency agreement before marketing begins, and the rate, agreement type, and duration are all negotiable before you sign.
How do I check if a real estate agent is licensed in New Zealand? expand_more
Every salesperson, branch manager, and agent operating in New Zealand must hold a current licence under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008, regulated by the Real Estate Authority (REA). You can search the public register free of charge at rea.govt.nz, which shows licence type, current status, and any disciplinary history in real time.
There are three licence classes, salesperson, branch manager, and agent, each requiring different qualifications, so checking which class your contact holds tells you their level of experience and responsibility. If someone cannot or will not provide their licence number before you sign anything, treat that as a firm reason to walk away.
How transparent is the process when there are multiple offers? expand_more
Under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008, agents must tell you that other offers exist, but they are not required to reveal how many there are or what those offers contain. One negative review in this set describes a buyer who had matched the vendor's stated price and conditions, only to be told the next day that it had become a multi-offer situation requiring a new form and a higher price, which left them feeling their genuine interest had been exploited. The Real Estate Authority (REA) publishes plain-language guidance on multi-offer obligations at rea.govt.nz, and if you believe an agent has acted improperly during this process, you can lodge a formal complaint with the REA directly.
What are the warning signs of a real estate agent you shouldn't use? expand_more
- –Pressure tactics during negotiations, including pushing buyers to increase offers in ways that feel manufactured or opportunistic, are a red flag reported directly in reviews.
- –Slow or no response at critical moments, such as not replying for nearly a full day during an active negotiation, signals you will struggle to get timely help when it matters most.
- –Turning up uninvited, door knocking properties with no-knock signs, or sending unsolicited mail despite opt-out requests shows poor boundary awareness and disregard for clients.
- –Dismissing concerns without accountability, then cancelling a management contract rather than addressing a legitimate complaint, is a pattern that suggests the relationship will break down the moment anything goes wrong.
- –Rudeness or passive aggression toward prospective tenants or buyers, including behaviour described in reviews as sighing, speaking dismissively, and ending calls abruptly, reflects how you will be treated throughout a transaction.
- –False or misleading advertising, flagged directly in one review, should prompt you to verify every claim about a property independently before proceeding.
What should you ask before hiring a real estate agent? expand_more
- –Ask how they arrived at their suggested price range and request evidence of recent comparable sales in your specific street or suburb, not just the wider area.
- –Ask for their marketing plan in writing, including which platforms they will use, how photography and copywriting will be handled, and whether staging is included or an extra cost.
- –Ask how often you will receive buyer feedback after open homes and viewings, and in what format, since reviews highlight weekly updates and prompt post-open-home contact as strong differentiators.
- –Ask what their process is when an offer comes in, who leads the negotiation, and how they will keep you informed at each step without you having to chase them.
- –Ask who will actually be doing the day-to-day work, since some teams operate with a lead agent and support staff, and knowing which person will answer your calls matters when things move quickly.
Also recommended real estate agents in Auckland
Ranked 6 to 10 on the same public review record.
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Buckley & Co. Real Estate Agents Auckland
↓ 2★ 5.0 149 reviews +6 Top5 Score 172 +15★ 146 4★ 3Buckley & Co. places tenants into commercial and warehouse leases, and manages the landlord side by sourcing and negotiating with multiple prospective tenants on their behalf. Steve is noted for running sustained searches across many months, refreshing listings regularly, and keeping property owners updated on a weekly basis throughout the campaign.
location_on Ste 3, Level 3/32 Greenpark Road, Penrose, Auckland
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James Group Real Estate Ltd
★ 5.0 143 reviews +8 Top5 Score 170 +25★ 143James Group Real Estate covers commercial leasing, industrial sales, and office space acquisition, with agents doing thorough upfront scoping to narrow shortlists before clients spend time on viewings. When deals hit low-ball offers or difficult markets, agents like Myron and Blair hold to the agreed strategy and maintain regular, open feedback throughout the campaign.
location_on The Axis Building 17/91 Saint Georges Bay Road, Parnell, Auckland
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Auckland Real Estate Agents - Sarah & Julie
↓ 3★ 5.0 144 reviews Top5 Score 169 -15★ 144Sarah & Julie sell residential properties across Auckland, including deceased estates, rental properties, and first-home purchases, with a consistent track record of multi-offer results even in slow markets. Their approach to sensitive sales stands out: on deceased estates they advised clients against costly renovations, marketed properties as-is to the right buyers, and guided families through emotionally charged processes with care and no pressure to accept unsuitable offers.
location_on 4a Mount Albert Road, Mount Albert, Auckland
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Matt Corin Realty | Partnered with eXp | Auckland Real Estate Agent
↓ 3★ 5.0 136 reviews +3 Top5 Score 168 +15★ 135 4★ 1Matt Corin Realty gets first-home buyers to settlement and vendors through off-market and campaign sales, including rental properties and niche Auckland homes, with a negotiation style that reviewers describe as fair to both sides rather than one-sided. Matt uses digital reporting tools to give sellers clear visibility of buyer interest during a campaign, and adapts marketing throughout to match what resonates with actual buyers.
location_on 4/61 Constellation Drive, Rosedale, Auckland
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Ray White Manurewa
★ 4.8 224 reviews Top5 Score 1665★ 208 4★ 9 3★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 5Ray White Manurewa carries vendors through listing, auction, and settlement with agents who stay personally reachable by call, message, or email without delays, including for clients managing the process from overseas. Agents like Sam, Phuong, Florence, and Daemon are noted for reading each client's situation individually, whether that means emotional support during a difficult life period or finding a buyer at the first viewing and moving to offer within two weeks.
location_on 182 Great South Road, Manurewa, Manukau City
About this ranking
What the 10 real estate agents listed above hold, at the 25 September 2026 check.
We first assessed real estate agents in Auckland in March 2026 and have rechecked the ranking four times since. Arizto Real Estate has held first place at every check. Across the 14 locations we assess real estate agents in, the 140 businesses listed have a median rating of 4.9, and one-star reviews are 2.2% of their total.
What has changed since March 2026? expand_more
- Sep 2026
Scoring method updated. Barfoot & Thompson Milford entered the top 5 at #3. Apartment Specialists entered the top 5 at #4. Barfoot & Thompson Henderson entered the top 5 at #5. Buckley & Co. left the top 5, down to #6. Sarah & Julie left the top 5, down to #8. Ray White Manurewa entered the list at #10.
- Aug 2026
Scoring method updated. Buckley & Co. entered the top 5, up from #7. James Group Real Estate left the top 5, down to #7.
- Jun 2026
Scoring method updated. James Group Real Estate returned to the top 5, up from #7. Matt Corin Realty left the top 5, down to #6.
- May 2026
Scoring method updated. Matt Corin Realty entered the top 5, up from #6. James Group Real Estate left the top 5, down to #7. Buckley & Co. entered the list at #6.
- Mar 2026
First check. Arizto Real Estate #1.
How are the top real estate agents in Auckland chosen? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for real estate agents in Auckland. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out, and a business whose main Google category is a different trade is held back until a person has checked what it does. A business whose website no longer resolves and that has had no Google review for six months is treated as dormant and left off the page until either changes. Every category and city is rechecked on a rolling cycle, about every two to three months. A location with a subscribing business is rechecked every month, and the whole page updates with it. See how we rank for the full method.
What does a business subscription offer? expand_more
No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Claiming and verifying a listing is free. It adds a phone number to the card and a small trust bonus (+3 points) to its score, for confirming a real operator stands behind the listing. The owner also gets a dashboard showing how their score is made up. A paid subscription provides an enhanced card with more ways to reach the business, including a website link and a detailed profile page. It also refreshes this page monthly and adds ranking history and competitor analysis to the owner's dashboard. The subscription adds nothing to the score. Claim your listing or see what a subscription includes.
Why isn't my business listed? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for real estate agents in Auckland. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. Sometimes we miss a business that should be here. Check where you rank first. If you are not there and think you should be, get in touch.