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Best Real Estate Agents in Wellington

We assessed 20 real estate agents in Wellington and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume, and how recent the reviews are. How we rank →

Last updated: 20 Jun 2026

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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 Wellington

The top 5 real estate agents in Wellington are Tommy's Real Estate, Just Paterson Real Estate, Lowe & Co Realty, Harcourts Wellington City, and Collective First National Real Estate Churton Park, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you choose.

  • 1

    Tommy's Real Estate Limited

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    ★ 4.8 276 reviews +17 Top5 Score 179 +3
    5★ 249 4★ 12 3★ 3 2★ 2 1★ 10

    Hire them if you're selling and want agents who develop a documented marketing plan, stage your home strategically, and stay ahead of market moves rather than reacting to buyer interest. Named agents here coordinate backup plans before you need them and keep you informed through regular written reports so you understand exactly what's driving offers.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers in competitive markets needing active multi-channel marketing

    • ✓ Develops staged marketing plan before listing goes live
    • ✓ Provides written open home and market reports regularly
    • ✓ Proactive backup plans when primary strategy needs adjustment

    location_on 209 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington

    map Map Is this your business?
  • 2

    Just Paterson Real Estate Limited MREINZ

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    ★ 4.9 252 reviews +7 Top5 Score 179 +1
    5★ 245 4★ 4 3★ 1 1★ 2

    Michael and his team excel with clients who feel overwhelmed by property transactions, breaking down complexity into manageable steps while maintaining transparency throughout. Regular written updates on open homes and market tracking, plus personal WhatsApp communication from the team, replace generic status updates with actual accountability.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers and buyers seeking genuine local market knowledge

    • ✓ Weekly written open home reports and website tracking
    • ✓ Explains market strategy reasoning, not generic advice
    • ✓ Stays present during negotiation rather than stepping back

    location_on 12 Jessie Street, Te Aro, Wellington

    map Map Is this your business?
  • 3

    Lowe & Co Realty

    ★ 4.7 413 reviews +4 Top5 Score 177 +5
    5★ 376 4★ 7 2★ 1 1★ 29

    Hire them if you want an agent who slows down the process to let you absorb each step rather than rushing you toward decision points. Multiple agents here work across both buying and selling for the same client, reducing friction when you're moving between properties.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers wanting calm guidance through first or stressful sales

    • ✓ Works across time zones without cutting corners
    • ✓ Keeps sellers informed after each viewing with honest feedback
    • ✓ Stays in touch months before you're ready to list

    location_on 8 Kent Terrace, Mount Victoria, Wellington

    map Map Is this your business?
  • 4

    Harcourts Wellington City - Team Group Realty Ltd

    ★ 4.9 164 reviews Top5 Score 174
    5★ 157 4★ 4 3★ 1 1★ 2

    Hire them if you're selling remotely or buying for the first time and need an agent who handles logistics and decision-making without requiring your constant presence. Agents here arrange practical details like settlement day property prep and organise viewings around your schedule rather than pushing you toward standard open homes.

    Reviews most often describe: Remote sellers and first-time buyers needing hands-on support

    • ✓ Arranges settlement day property cleaning
    • ✓ Organises viewings outside standard open home times
    • ✓ Guides first-time buyers through offer and contract steps

    location_on 57 Vivian Street, Te Aro, Wellington

    map Map Is this your business?
  • 5

    Collective First National Real Estate - Churton Park - Team Churton

    ★ 5.0 120 reviews Top5 Score 172
    5★ 118 4★ 1 1★ 1

    Hire them if you need an agent who stays accessible and proactive even when you're away or the market is difficult. Named agents here handle unexpected obstacles during sale with problem-solving rather than passing friction back to the seller.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers wanting market knowledge and consistent support

    • ✓ Updates and answers questions throughout sale
    • ✓ Handles complications without stalling the deal
    • ✓ Repeat clients returning for subsequent property sales

    location_on 101c Westchester Drive, Churton Park, Wellington

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Before you choose a real estate agent in Wellington

Common themes, pricing patterns, and watch-outs drawn from customer reviews and independent research.

What does a real estate agent typically charge in New Zealand? expand_more

Commission in New Zealand follows a tiered structure, most often around 4% on the first $400,000 and 2% on the balance, so a $800,000 sale costs roughly $24,000 before GST. Add 15% GST on top of that figure, since agents quote rates exclusive of tax, which can catch vendors off guard. Marketing costs are separate and vendor-paid in most cases, covering photography, online listings, and print, so ask for a written marketing budget before you sign anything.

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

Search the public register at rea.govt.nz before you sign anything, as every salesperson, branch manager, and agent must hold a current licence under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008. The register shows licence type, current status, and any disciplinary findings, and it updates in real time so the information is reliable. If someone cannot give you their licence number on request, treat that as a reason not to proceed, since carrying out real estate agency work without a 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 must tell you that competing offers exist, but they are not required to reveal how many there are or what terms those offers contain. Sellers control the process and can ask all buyers for a best and final offer, accept one bid outright, or negotiate with a single party, with the agent following seller instructions within legal limits. Reviewers who praised their agents highlighted proactive communication during offer stages, with one buyer noting they were kept fully informed and avoided surprises throughout a competitive process, which reflects the standard you should expect and ask about upfront.

What are the warning signs of a real estate agent you shouldn't use? expand_more
  • –An agent who gives you a high appraisal figure to win the listing but cannot back it up with recent comparable sales data is inflating expectations to secure your business.
  • –Slow or infrequent communication after the listing goes live is a clear red flag, since reviewers consistently praised agents who gave weekly written reports and responded quickly to questions.
  • –Vague answers about the marketing plan before signing suggest the agent has no clear strategy, and a detailed written plan should be available before you commit.
  • –An agent who pushes for a quick sale without explaining the reasoning may be prioritising their commission timeline over your financial outcome.
  • –Difficulty reaching your agent at critical moments, such as during offer negotiations, is a problem raised in reviews where sellers felt left out of important decisions.
  • –An agent who cannot tell you clearly who will be handling open homes, viewings, and day-to-day contact is likely to pass you to junior staff without warning.
What should you ask before hiring a real estate agent? expand_more
  • –Ask how they arrived at their suggested price, and request the specific recent sales they used as comparisons, not a general market overview.
  • –Ask for a written marketing plan that names the platforms, the photography approach, and the timeline, rather than accepting a verbal summary.
  • –Ask how often you will receive formal feedback reports after open homes and viewings, and what format those reports will take.
  • –Ask exactly who will conduct open homes, handle buyer enquiries, and be your day-to-day contact, since some agents delegate heavily to support staff.
  • –Ask them to walk you through how they handle a multi-offer situation and what role you as the seller will play in that process.
  • –Ask whether they have experience with your specific property type or suburb, since reviewers noted that deep local knowledge made a measurable difference to buyer confidence and outcomes.

More top real estate agents in Wellington

The next five highest-scoring real estate agents in Wellington. Worth considering if your first choices aren't available.

  • 6

    Team YIP - #1 Local Real Estate Team, William YIP & co, selling houses, Greater Johnsonville, Newlands, Wellington.

    ↓ 2
    ★ 4.9 149 reviews Top5 Score 168 +2
    5★ 143 4★ 3 2★ 1 1★ 2

    First-time buyers benefit from patient step-by-step guidance through offers and contracts, with agents who answer repeated questions without fatigue. Agents here negotiate settlement details like fence builds on behalf of buyers, not just process transactions.

    Reviews most often describe: First-time buyers needing guidance through offer and contract

    • ✓ Walks buyers through offer and contract details
    • ✓ Negotiates non-standard settlement terms with sellers
    • ✓ Responds promptly to questions after settlement

    location_on Team YIP Johnsonville Real Estate Level 2/20 Johnsonville Road, Johnsonville, Wellington

    map Map Is this your business?
  • 7

    Louis Metson Real Estate

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    ★ 5.0 109 reviews +1 Top5 Score 166 +1
    5★ 106 4★ 3

    Hire them if you're selling in a tough market and need a team that coordinates across price-setting, marketing, and buyer communication without requiring your constant involvement. Team members stay proactive and available even when the primary agent is unavailable, and manage open homes and viewings to close sales in weeks rather than months.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers in slow markets needing quick results

    • ✓ Sold properties within 2-4 weeks of listing
    • ✓ Explains sales strategy and price rationale upfront
    • ✓ Team covers open homes and viewings when agent unavailable

    location_on 8 Kent Terrace, Mount Victoria, Wellington

    map Map Is this your business?
  • 8

    Ramon Kane - Tommy's Real Estate

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    ★ 5.0 102 reviews Top5 Score 163 +1
    5★ 102

    Hire Ramon if you're selling remotely or need someone to handle logistics beyond standard listing, since he arranges contractors, coordinates tenant access, and manages open homes to reduce your workload. He sources multiple offers through active liaison with other agents rather than waiting for buyers to find your property.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers needing remote management and buyers seeking thorough market negotiation

    • ✓ Arranges contractor work before sale
    • ✓ Coordinates open homes around tenant schedules
    • ✓ Liaises with other agents for buyer prospects

    location_on 209 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington

    map Map Is this your business?
  • 9

    Ben Stevens & Team at Ray White Real Estate

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    ★ 4.9 104 reviews +3 Top5 Score 160 +1
    5★ 99 4★ 1 2★ 2 1★ 2

    Hire them if you're selling and want a structured campaign plan backed by documented market knowledge and a ready buyer network, rather than agents who wing it property by property. Ben Stevens builds long-term client relationships spanning years, offering continuity when you later buy, and his team coordinates staging advice, negotiation strategy, and auction tactics across multiple touchpoints during the campaign.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers wanting a proven auction strategy and fast market entry

    • ✓ Market-ready within 10 days of instruction
    • ✓ Auction day strategy mapped out before sale date
    • ✓ Staging advice integrated into marketing plan

    location_on Level 1/77 Thorndon Quay, Thorndon, Wellington

    map Map Is this your business?
  • 10

    Ray White - Wellington City

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    ★ 4.7 91 reviews +5 Top5 Score 160 +4
    5★ 81 4★ 3 3★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 5

    Hire them if you're selling in a tough market and need an agent who will run multiple open homes and actively show your property to many prospective buyers. Named agents here adapt their communication style to suit your preferences, whether weekly written reports or regular calls, and adjust if you're overseas during the sale.

    Reviews most often describe: Sellers navigating difficult markets needing persistent promotion

    • ✓ Multiple open homes in soft markets
    • ✓ Adapts communication to your platform preference
    • ✓ Weekly structured reporting on showings

    location_on Level 1/77 Thorndon Quay, Thorndon, Wellington

    map Map Is this your business?

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About this ranking

How are Wellington's top Real Estate Agents chosen? expand_more

We assess every Real Estate Agents business in Wellington against public ratings and review data using a consistent, published method. See how we rank for the full methodology. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-based and cannot be purchased. At the last update, scores in the top 5 ranged from 172 to 179 points.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Rankings are refreshed regularly. This list was last updated in 20 June 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. Verified businesses may be able to update their listing details in future, but this will never affect ranking positions.

Why isn't my Real Estate Agents business listed? expand_more

We pull from local search results for each category and city. If you're missing, the most common reasons are an incorrect Google Business category or too few recent reviews. At the last update, the lowest-ranked business in the top 10 had 91 reviews. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.