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Best Real Estate Agents in Auckland

We assessed 19 real estate agents in Auckland and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The 10 listed below hold 3,755 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 10 August 2026. How we rank →

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Before you hire

The agent who achieves the best price is not always the one who quotes the highest appraisal. 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 Arizto, Ray White Manukau, Ray White Ellerslie, Buckley & Co., and Sarah & Julie, 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 2,103 reviews +89 Top5 Score 217 +1
    5★ 1,996 4★ 75 3★ 6 2★ 2 1★ 24

    Arizto coordinates both buying and selling across New Zealand, with individual agents covering everything from first home purchases and investment properties to family home sales in challenging markets. Their vendor portal gives sellers real-time visibility into what is happening, and agents like Zoe, Cliff, and Daniel are noted for chasing down difficult buyers and keeping deals moving to unconditional without clients having to push.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers and buyers wanting flat-fee, no-pressure agents

    • ✓ Agents resolve paperwork issues and buyer contact problems independently
    • ✓ Sold properties after a single open home on multiple occasions
    • ✓ Kept sellers fully informed through six-month-plus campaigns in slow markets

    location_on Level 2/3 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland

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  • 2

    Ray White Manukau

    ★ 4.8 443 reviews +2 Top5 Score 183
    5★ 412 4★ 7 3★ 3 2★ 7 1★ 14

    Ray 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.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers wanting auction-focused agents who communicate consistently

    • ✓ Agents keep sellers updated throughout every stage of the sale
    • ✓ Auction preparation includes briefing vendors on what to expect beforehand
    • ✓ Multiple agents praised for completing sales within tight client timeframes

    location_on 603 Great South Road, Manukau City Centre, Auckland

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  • 3

    Ray White Ellerslie

    ★ 4.8 248 reviews +7 Top5 Score 177 -1
    5★ 227 4★ 11 2★ 1 1★ 9

    Ray White Ellerslie guides first-home buyers through purchasing and helps vendors through auctions, negotiated sales, and simultaneous buy-sell transactions across Auckland. Agents here are noted for bridging communication with tenants during open homes, managing deceased estates through legal and family channels, and keeping overseas clients fully in the loop throughout settlement.

    Reviews most often describe: First-home buyers and vendors needing patient, honest guidance

    • ✓ Agents update sellers after every open home without being asked
    • ✓ Negotiates deals across buying and selling at the same time
    • ✓ First-home buyers guided through each step without pressure to decide

    location_on 101 Main Highway, Ellerslie, Auckland

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  • 4

    Buckley & Co. Real Estate Agents Auckland

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    ★ 5.0 143 reviews +6 Top5 Score 171 +7
    5★ 140 4★ 3

    Buckley & 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.

    Reviews most often describe: Tenants and landlords seeking commercial leasing specialists

    • ✓ Provides weekly communication updates to landlords throughout leasing campaigns
    • ✓ Runs extended searches over many months to find the right match
    • ✓ Tailors property updates to each tenant's specific requirements

    location_on Ste 3, Level 3/32 Greenpark Road, Penrose, Auckland

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  • 5

    Auckland Real Estate Agents - Sarah & Julie

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    ★ 5.0 144 reviews +3 Top5 Score 170 +4
    5★ 144

    Sarah & 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.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers needing patient, empathetic agents in complex circumstances

    • ✓ Achieved multi-offer situations on properties in a tough Auckland market
    • ✓ Guided sellers of deceased estates without pushing unnecessary renovation costs
    • ✓ Kept remote and overseas clients informed at every stage of the sale

    location_on 4a Mount Albert Road, Mount Albert, Auckland

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Before you choose a real estate agent in Auckland

Drawn from 182 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 is structured on a sliding scale, not a flat rate, with a common model being around 4% on the first $400,000 and roughly 2% on the remainder. On an $800,000 sale that works out to approximately $24,000 before GST, so always calculate the actual dollar figure rather than focusing on the percentages alone. GST at 15% is added on top of the quoted commission rate, which adds a material amount to your final cost. All commission terms must be written into an agency agreement before marketing begins, and you have the right to negotiate the rate, the agreement type, and the duration before you sign. Some agencies, as one reviewer noted when selling in a difficult market, operate on a flat-fee model, which removes the variable incentive structure of traditional commission, so it is worth asking whether the fee model affects the agent's motivation to hold out for a higher price. Marketing costs, such as photography, online listings, and print advertising, are sometimes bundled into the commission and sometimes charged separately as vendor-paid advertising, so confirm this upfront before you compare quotes.

How do I check if a real estate agent is licensed in New Zealand? expand_more

Every person carrying out real estate agency work in New Zealand must hold a current licence under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008, regulated by the Real Estate Authority (REA). You can verify any agent's licence status, licence class, and disciplinary history for free on the public register at the Real Estate Authority (REA) website, rea.govt.nz, which is updated in real time. There are three licence classes: salesperson, branch manager, and agent, each carrying different qualification and experience requirements, so the register also tells you what level of credential the person holds. If an agent cannot or will not provide their licence number when you ask, treat that as a reason not to proceed, since carrying out real estate agency work without a current licence is illegal in New Zealand.

How transparent is the process when there are multiple offers? expand_more

Under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008, agents are required to act in good faith and must tell you if competing offers exist, but they are not legally required to disclose how many offers there are or the specific terms of any competing bid. The Real Estate Authority (REA) sets out plain-language guidance on multi-offer situations at rea.govt.nz, and you can lodge a complaint with the REA if you believe an agent has handled the process improperly. Reviews in this category showed real variation in buyer experience: one buyer described being told a property had shifted to a multiple-offer situation only after a day without contact, then being asked to increase an already-agreed price, which left them feeling the process was not handled fairly. To protect yourself as a buyer, get any agreed terms confirmed in writing promptly, use a solicitor to review the sale and purchase agreement before signing, and ask the agent directly to walk you through what happens next each time you submit or revise an offer.

What are the warning signs of a real estate agent you shouldn't use? expand_more
  • –Pressure tactics during negotiation, such as pushing you to increase an offer after terms already appeared agreed, are a clear signal the agent may not be acting in good faith toward all parties.
  • –Poor or non-existent communication is a recurring red flag: one reviewer described leaving multiple messages with no return call and being transferred between lines without resolution.
  • –Aggressive and unsolicited outreach, including door-knocking homes that display no-knock signs and repeated letterbox drops despite no-circulars notices, suggests the agency prioritises its own lead generation over community respect.
  • –Intimidating behaviour from a property manager toward tenants, such as confrontational visits and a stern or domineering manner, points to a branch culture that is not client-focused.
  • –False or misleading advertising is a direct indicator of integrity problems and should prompt you to walk away before signing any agreement.
  • –An agent who appears rude or dismissive to buyers at open homes risks costing a vendor offers, so sellers should pay attention to how an agent treats people who are not yet clients.
What should you ask before hiring a real estate agent? expand_more
  • –Ask how they arrived at their suggested price range and what comparable sales data they are using, since an agent who cannot show their working may be pitching a number designed to win the listing rather than reflect the market.
  • –Ask for a specific marketing plan, including which platforms will be used, who arranges photography, and whether advertising costs are included in the commission or invoiced separately as vendor-paid advertising.
  • –Ask how often you will receive feedback after open homes and viewings, and in what format, since sellers who received weekly written updates in reviews described the process as far less stressful than those left to chase information.
  • –Ask who will actually be doing the day-to-day work: some teams operate with a lead agent supported by junior salespeople, and knowing this upfront helps you set expectations about who you will be dealing with at critical moments.
  • –Ask how the agent handles offer negotiations, including how they manage multi-offer situations and what their process is for keeping you informed when a deal is close to unconditional.

Real Estate Agents ranked 6 to 10 in Auckland

They scored below the top 5 on the same public review record.

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    Matt Corin Realty | Partnered with eXp | Auckland Real Estate Agent

    ★ 5.0 133 reviews +2 Top5 Score 168 +2
    5★ 132 4★ 1

    Matt 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.

    Reviews most often describe: Buyers and sellers wanting calm, no-pressure guidance

    • ✓ Weekly campaign updates with honest buyer feedback shared throughout
    • ✓ Off-market sales secured without advertising or staging costs for vendors
    • ✓ Stays calm and available through unexpected obstacles during settlement

    location_on 4/61 Constellation Drive, Rosedale, Auckland

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  • 7

    James Group Real Estate Ltd

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    ★ 5.0 135 reviews Top5 Score 167 +2
    5★ 135

    James 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.

    Reviews most often describe: Commercial buyers, sellers and tenants in leasing or sales

    • ✓ Detailed needs scoping upfront produces accurate property shortlists quickly
    • ✓ Agents maintain a clear strategy when low offers create doubt during sale
    • ✓ Fast, responsive communication keeps clients informed across the full process

    location_on The Axis Building 17/91 Saint Georges Bay Road, Parnell, Auckland

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  • 8

    Goodwins Real Estate

    ★ 4.7 207 reviews +2 Top5 Score 166 +3
    5★ 185 4★ 6 3★ 3 2★ 1 1★ 12

    Goodwins places tenants and manages residential rentals across Auckland, with individual property managers carrying ongoing responsibility for communication, inspections, and resolving issues as they arise. Managers like Nikki, Jacques, and Julian are noted for stepping in proactively during disputes and final transitions rather than waiting for clients to chase them up.

    Reviews most often describe: Landlords and tenants wanting responsive, people-focused property managers

    • ✓ Property managers resolve tenant disputes without landlords needing to intervene
    • ✓ Tenants and owners both report prompt responses to questions and issues
    • ✓ Final transition and end-of-tenancy process handled smoothly by named managers

    location_on 910 New North Road, Mount Albert, Auckland

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  • 9

    Ray White One Tree Hill

    ★ 5.0 105 reviews Top5 Score 162 +1
    5★ 102 4★ 3

    Ray White One Tree Hill handles both buying and selling residential property, with agents Ben, Martin, Turner, and Romina working as a coordinated team rather than individual operators. Sellers consistently reach their price expectations within tight timeframes, and first-home buyers are coached through auctions and negotiations step by step, including one deal closed on a phone call from a boarding aircraft.

    Reviews most often describe: First-home buyers and vendors wanting a team-based approach

    • ✓ First-home buyers coached through auctions and offers from start to finish
    • ✓ Sales achieved within weeks, meeting vendors' price expectations in slow markets
    • ✓ Whole-team involvement means clients feel fully supported at every stage

    location_on 76 Rawhiti Road, One Tree Hill, Auckland

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  • 10

    Shaan Joshi - Real Estate Agent Auckland

    ★ 4.9 94 reviews +2 Top5 Score 161 +1
    5★ 91 4★ 1 1★ 2

    Shaan Joshi pushes for the best possible price rather than the quickest exit, with multiple vendors reporting final results above their expectations even in difficult market conditions. When deals hit complications, such as conditional offers at risk of collapsing, he steps in directly to broker solutions that keep the transaction alive rather than walking away.

    Reviews most often describe: Vendors and buyers wanting transparent, hard-negotiating agents

    • ✓ Kept clients updated at every stage without being prompted
    • ✓ Achieved sale prices above vendor expectations in tough markets
    • ✓ Stepped in to renegotiate conditional offers before deals collapsed

    location_on 20B Coronation Road, Māngere Bridge, Auckland

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About this ranking

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. See how we rank for the full method.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Every category and city is recrawled on a rolling cycle, about once a month. This page was last checked on 10 August 2026.

Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more

No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Verifying a business is free. A subscription adds a website link on the card, a public profile page, and competitor and ranking history in the owner's dashboard, none of which affects ranking position. 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. At the last update, the smallest review count among the 10 businesses listed here was 94. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.