'I had the pleasure of working with Mark Troy, and he made the whole process seamless. He's a great guy—easy to work with and talks to you on your level. I highly recommend reaching out to him, especially if you're a first-time home buyer or selling your first home. Mark is down-to-earth and not about pushing anything you don’t need. He keeps it real, understands where you're coming from, and gives solid advice. If you want someone you can trust, Mark’s your guy.
- BUYER -
As a landlord or investor, you want more than rent collection—you want confidence your property is protected, compliant, and performing. That’s where Summit Property Management’s REINZ Accreditation makes the difference.
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Proven expertise – Accredited members must show specialist skills to operate as residential property managers. Clear standards – You know you’re working with a trusted professional, not just anyone. Up-to-date knowledge – We commit to 10+ hours of training every year, keeping your investment safe and compliant.With over 30 years of experience and the largest local team across Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough, Summit offers care, protection, and results for landlords and investors—backed by REINZ Accreditation.
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Summit Property Management is proud to support the Waimea Special Education Department Awards each term. These awards recognise students who show hard work, perseverance, and the ability to overcome challenges.
For Term 3, congratulations go to Manaaki Marsh-Wetere and Tom Storey. Both students have achieved outstanding results and are very deserving recipients. Our team members Stew Henry and Fiona Harris were pleased to present Manaaki and Tom with cinema vouchers as a reward for their efforts.
At Summit Property Management, we’re proud to celebrate local students and support the community we work in.
Pictured: Fiona Harris Summit Property Manager (Richmond), Manaaki Marsh-Wetere, Tom Storey, Stewart Henry (Property Management General Manager)
Read More on how Summit is involved in our community here.
The latest REINZ figures paint a picture of steady growth across the Top of the South. While sales volumes have eased, all three districts recorded year-on-year increases in median prices, highlighting ongoing demand and resilience in our regional property markets.
Number of Sales August 2025
Number of Sales August 2024
Average Number of Days to sell
Average Sale Price
Nelson
51
61
35 Down 11
$730,000 ^4.3%
Tasman
56
63
45 Down 1
$786,000 ^5.5%
Marlborough
68
61
41 Down 11
$635,000 ^2.4%
Source: REINZ August 2025 New Zealand Property Report. Data Compared to August 2024.
Across Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough combined, the median price reached $720,000, representing a 4% year-on-year increase. Sales counts, however, were down 10.7% compared to last year, reflecting a more selective buyer pool.
The most active buyers remain first-home buyers, owner-occupiers, and those searching around the $1 million mark. Fresh, well-priced listings are drawing strong attention, while overpriced properties are struggling to generate interest—reinforcing the importance of accurate pricing in today’s market.
Open home attendance has varied across the regions, with new listings generating the most engagement. As we head into spring, our sales team anticipates an uplift in activity as warmer weather and seasonal listings drive momentum.
While auctions have gained some traction, many buyers and sellers still favour price-based sales strategies, which remain the dominant method in our region. Encouragingly, lowered interest rates and improved market sentiment are contributing to a renewed sense of confidence.
Despite softer sales volumes, the market across Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough continues to demonstrate underlying strength, with steady price growth and resilient buyer demand. With spring upon us, both vendors and buyers have reason to feel optimistic about the months ahead.
At Summit, our team is here to guide you through the opportunities this market presents—whether you’re buying, selling, or simply exploring your options.
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