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

2026
Expanded Property Management Richmond Office opens
201-203 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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Changes Ahead for Contamination Guidelines in Rental Homes

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has announced new regulations for methamphetamine contamination in rental housing due in 2026.

Methamphetamine contamination levels are not currently set to a level that is agreed upon by differing bodies, some insurance companies apply the level at 1.5µg/100cm2   others and the Tenancy Tribunal apply 15µg/100cm2.

There is also a lack of control and regulation of the Methamphetamine testing and cleaning industry which this bill aims to address.

Read more about the new regulations

Source Ministry of Housing and Urban Development

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Keir Wilkinson Memorial Golf Tournament Raises Record Funds for Nelson Tasman Hospice

On Friday, September 19th, the Nelson Tasman community came together for the 4th annual Keir Wilkinson Memorial Golf Tournament, led by Tournament Director Glyn Delany of Summit Real Estate at the Nelson Golf Club. The result? A record-breaking $80,827 raised for Nelson Tasman Hospice, bringing the total raised over the past four years to more than $290,000.

The day delivered everything golfers could hope for—blue skies, sizzling BBQs, flowing drinks, and some superb golf. Highlights included The Shark challenge sponsored by The Car Company, a dream prize draw to play in the national Golf Open thanks to Craigs Investment Partners, and a once-in-a-lifetime Te Ari Links Golf Experience donated by Ben Coman, which sold for $10,000 at auction.

Congratulations to Brown and Associates, who took out first place and claimed the Keir Wilkinson Memorial Trophy with a superb 99 points.

Special thanks go to Summit Real Estate Auctioneer Liam Boshoff, our generous sponsors, donors, and of course the volunteers and organising committee who made the event possible. Most importantly, thank you to the Nelson Tasman Hospice team, whose incredible work inspired the generosity that made this day such a success.

Glyn Delany says the day is not only about golf but about community spirit:


“This event is a celebration of generosity, camaraderie, and support for Hospice, and I’m so proud of what we’ve achieved together.”

The Keir Wilkinson Memorial has become more than just a golf tournament—it’s a community tradition. We can’t wait to see you all again at the 2026 event!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.