Summit Real Estate was founded in 1992 and, from small beginnings in Stoke, quickly grew to become the Top of the South Island’s market leaders and has maintained that position for over 30 years.




Locally owned and operated, with over 30 years of operation, Summit has grown its office network to Blenheim, Picton, Nelson, Stoke, Richmond, and Motueka. It continues to explore the opportunity for offices in new locations.

Our mission statement includes;

‘you’ll be glad you chose Summit’,

and to achieve that, every Summit team member aims to provide a real estate service that is second to none. We value relationships. We have maintained a close connection with our community since our first day of operation. Summit has grown with the region through numerous events, sports, cultural and other community-based initiatives, including 5 years as principal sponsor of the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter. While we source an ever-increasing percentage of inquiries from our high-profile, web-based marketing, the vast majority of business is still completed face-to-face with our clients and salespeople.

Summit maintains a simple strategy; we provide our salespeople with the best resources, marketing, training, technology, and management support to achieve the best result possible for every client. Built on a solid foundation of many years of ethical trading, Summit is a member of the NZ Realtors Network - the most successful group of Real Estate companies in New Zealand. Summit has unique advantages; salespeople enjoy the benefits of working in a progressive multi-office environment, no franchise fees sent out of town, and the region’s largest real estate agency.

1992
Established Office at
526 Main Road Stoke, Stoke

2001
Opened Commercial Office
Nelson

2002
Opened Motueka
102 High Street

2006
New Stoke Office opens
506 Main Road Stoke

2009
Opened Summit House Nelson
60 Rutherford Street

2010
Opened Picton Office
56 High Street

2013
New Richmond Office opens
203 Queen Street

2019
New Blenheim Office opens
30 Alfred Street

COMING SOON
New Property Management Richmond Office
201 Queen Street

About Us

Summit understand what makes the Top of the South Island unique, from the majestic bays of the Sounds, the golden sand beaches of Abel Tasman, to the vibrant communities of our provincial towns.

Our People

Our real difference is our culture and people. Summit’s success is the results of the many outstanding people who have joined us. We have the largest team of qualified, experienced real estate specialists, and we’re well equipped to deal with all facets of real estate. Our commitment to providing unparalleled service and working as a team makes Summit the region’s most preferred real estate agency by far.

Our Community

It’s the support from our local community that we gratefully acknowledge when looking at Summit’s achievements to date and our current position as market leaders. We show our gratitude in very real ways, giving back to our local community.

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Launch Your Real Estate Career with Summit

Summit Real Estate has dominated the real estate market since 1992, building from a modest Stoke office into the region's most successful real estate company. Our formula for sustained market leadership isn't complicated: we recruit exceptional sales and marketing professionals who share our commitment to integrity, transparency, and delivering outstanding results for every client.

Maintaining market leadership for over three decades requires more than just ambition—it demands the right people. We specifically seek sales and marketing consultants who embrace hard work and are passionate about creating unparalleled service experiences. If you're ready to elevate your career beyond what you thought possible, Summit provides the platform for extraordinary professional growth.

The Summit difference lies in our proven development culture. We've witnessed hundreds of professionals transform their careers with us, building substantial businesses that have genuinely changed their lives. This isn't a casual opportunity—we expect dedication and strong work ethic from every team member. In return, we provide comprehensive support including industry-leading coaching, strategic management guidance, cutting-edge systems, and ongoing professional development.

Our track record speaks for itself: decade after decade of market leadership, hundreds of successful careers launched, and countless professionals who've achieved financial and personal growth they never imagined possible. The nurturing environment we've created focuses entirely on your success, providing you with every tool and resource needed to excel in today's competitive real estate market.

Ready to discover what your real estate career could become? Our management team is actively seeking motivated sales and marketing consultants who want to join a winning organisation. Don't let this opportunity pass—your future self will thank you for taking action today.

Contact our management team to start your Summit journey. We're excited to hear from ambitious professionals ready to achieve exceptional results.

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Going, going, gone - Helicopter House sold!

Summit Real Estate was delighted to be able to help out on Saturday with the Mitre10 Mega Helicopter House auction that sold under the hammer for $276,000.

Summit's Auction Manager, Ben Nalder, was the auctioneer on the day and after spirited bidding by multiple parties the house was successfully sold to Dean and Emma McCashin of McCashin's Brewery in Stoke.

During the auction, the rescue helicopter had to make an unplanned departure from the site much to onlooker's delight who got to watch the helicopter take off up close.

Click here to watch the live recording of the auction and read more about the project and happy new owners.

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First Summit Office

Opened at 526 Main Road Stoke, Stoke in 1992

The Summit Property Weekly

Our first issue of the Summit Weekly published in September 2004, this has become an integral part of establishing Summit as the region's most preferred real estate agency.

Find a Salesperson

Across the Top of the South and every corner of our region, our salespeople are renowned for providing exceptional service because our clients deserve nothing less.

Find a Property Manager

Managing thousands of rental properties throughout the top of the South, the region's trusted name in property management saves you time and money, so you can make the most of yours.

Find a Branch

With a team of over 100 strong in 6 locations throughout the Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough a friendly Summit branch is likely not too far from where you are.