Since our humble beginnings in 1998, we've grown from a small local business into the region's most preferred property management company. Our deep understanding of the Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough property markets ensures your investment receives the specialised attention it deserves.
Your property represents one of your most valuable investments, and we treat it with the respect it deserves. Every Summit property manager holds a Level 4 New Zealand Qualification in Property Management, ensuring you work with certified professionals who understand the complexities of modern property management.
With six strategically located offices spanning Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough, we're never far from your investment property. Our property managers live, work, and operate within the communities they serve, providing intimate local knowledge and rapid response times when you need them most.
Highly recommend Summit Property Management. Great service and excellent communication. They filled our place with great tenants and made everything super easy for us. We will definitely call when we buy another investment property.
Summit is an extraordinary company compared with the other property management companies l have known about. They have always been very supportive, professional and with full legal information and assessments. My assigned property manager has always communicated well and provided a wrap-around service at excellent prices that have taken all the worry out of being a landlord. I am sure that you won't find better.
Summit Property Management was very responsive, and they have quality professionals assisting the customers. For a year they have been accommodating, especially our property manager Samantha Burling coordinated very well and helped us throughout the tenancy. I hope we get a chance again to work in the future. Thank you for all your help!
Summit Property Management has managed our Richmond rental property for about five years. We have been thrilled with the service provided by them and have never had any issues whatsoever. They have always been very quick to respond to any queries on our part, very efficient with the regular property checks, proactive with offering helpful suggestions to benefit the tenants and us. They have always found suitable and reliable tenants, with minimal turnaround time between vacating and incoming tenants. We would recommend them to anyone with rental property management requirements, and we will use them in the future.
Summit have provided me with excellent property management services for several years. They are both reliable and efficient. No complaints!
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You will be allocated a dedicated Property Manager who will serve as your single point of contact at our company. This Property Manager will be responsible for all aspects of managing your property and will remain ultimately accountable for your property's management, even when drawing upon the resources and expertise of other staff members.
You will be provided with multiple direct contact methods for your Property Manager, including: Office telephone number Direct email address Direct mobile number
If you leave a message using any of the direct contact methods provided (office phone, direct email, or mobile number), you will receive a response within one business day.
When your property is available for rent, we will list it on premium real estate platforms including summit.co.nz and realestate.co.nz with professional photography. You will receive weekly updates on marketing progress and tenant enquiries to keep you fully informed throughout the rental process.
We provide complete transparency in our tenant selection process. You will receive full details of every tenancy application, including our comprehensive background checks, credit assessments, and reference verification results. All information will be disclosed to you before we approve any applicant.
Prior to tenant occupancy, your Property Manager will conduct a thorough property inspection and complete a detailed entry condition report. This comprehensive documentation protects both you and the tenant, and is available to you upon request for your records.
Your Summit Property Manager will never authorise expenditure on your property without your prior approval, either through your management authority instructions or case-by-case approval. The only exception is emergency situations where immediate action is required to prevent further property damage, personal injury, or to comply with Residential Tenancies Act requirements - in these cases, we will take appropriate steps to minimise losses and notify you immediately.
Your Property Manager monitors rental payments daily using advanced property management software. Any rental arrears are actioned immediately, with notices issued on the first business day payments become overdue. We pursue all arrears vigorously within the full extent of the Residential Tenancies Act to protect your rental income.
Your Property Manager will conduct professional property inspections at least once every three months (or as specified in your management authority). Following each inspection, you will receive a detailed written report with photographs and video inspection video documenting the property's condition and any maintenance requirements.
When tenants provide notice of their intention to vacate, you will be notified within one business day. We will immediately obtain your instructions regarding re-letting the property, either from your existing management authority or through direct consultation, ensuring minimal vacancy periods.
Upon tenant vacation, your Property Manager will conduct a comprehensive exit inspection within two business days of receiving the keys. You will receive a detailed condition report within the next business day, enabling prompt decision-making on any required repairs or maintenance before re-letting.
You will receive your rental income and detailed monthly statement, including copies of all repair invoices and maintenance receipts, within three business days of the first business day of each month. This ensures timely payment and complete financial transparency.
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Renters across the Nelson Tasman region are heading into 2026 with significantly more choice than this time last year, as new data reveals one of the largest increases in rental listings anywhere in New Zealand.
Figures from realestate.co.nz show that new rental listings in Nelson and Bays jumped 92.6% in December 2025, compared with December 2024. A total of 52 properties were listed during the month, up from just 27 a year earlier.
This surge was reflected in the overall availability of rental homes, with total rental stock in the region rising 88.5% year-on-year to 49 properties. Nelson and Bays ranked as one of the strongest-performing regions nationally for new rental supply, second only to Wairarapa.
According to Summit Property Management General Manager, Stew Henry, the increase has been driven by several factors.
“We’ve seen a higher number of tenants purchasing homes over summer, which means existing rental stock needs to be re-let,” says Henry.
“The properties new to the rental market are a mix of investors and people moving out of town who wish to retain ownership of their homes.”
Henry says Summit experienced a particularly strong end to the year, with a bumper letting month in December, signing 52 new tenancies across Nelson and Marlborough.
Nationally, realestate.co.nz data shows new rental listings rose 19.8% year-on-year in December to 5,349 properties, up from 4,464 in December 2024. The national average asking rent also declined, falling 2.4% year-on-year to $626 per week, with 13 of New Zealand’s 19 regions recording price decreases.
Realestate.co.nz spokesperson Vanessa Williams says the increase in listings is shifting the balance for renters.
“A nearly 20 percent increase in new listings certainly provides more choice for renters, and in some regions, that choice has doubled,” Williams says.
“With stock building and competition among landlords rising, renters will continue to find themselves in a stronger position to negotiate on price or lease terms in 2026.”
The data highlights a rental market entering 2026 in a very different position to previous years—particularly in regions like Nelson Tasman, where supply has rebounded strongly.
Source: Kate Russell, Top South Now
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Thank you to everyone throughout the Nelson, Tasman & Marlborough communities, where our people work. We are very grateful for the tremendous support we receive and are proud to be the region’s most preferred real estate agency.
We are blessed to live in such an outstanding part of the world, with numerous diverse beaches to walk on, parks, gardens, and three stunning National Parks: Abel Tasman, Nelson Lakes, and Kahurangi, all within a short drive away.
Without wanting to sound like something from the interview section of the movie Miss Congeniality, we sincerely hope that 2026 brings peace to Ukraine, Sudan, Palestine and other areas of conflict including Bondi Beach in Australia recently.
All our Summit Offices Close 2pm 23rd December 2025, and Open 8.30am 6th January 2026.
The latest REINZ figures for November 2025 show a mixed but steady picture across the Top of the South, with price growth continuing in Nelson and Marlborough, while Tasman recorded a year-on-year softening.
Median Prices Across the RegionWhile price growth remains strong in Nelson and Marlborough, the Tasman market reflects a more cautious buyer response, likely influenced by broader market conditions and increased choice.
Buyer Activity & Market BehaviourFirst home buyers and owner-occupiers were the most active groups across the region in November. Investor enquiry remained lower, reflecting continued caution around yields and lending conditions.
Vendors were largely realistic with their pricing expectations, which has helped maintain solid engagement for well-presented homes. Open home attendance was strongest for new listings, with good momentum often carrying through into the second and third weeks of a campaign when the property met buyer expectations.
Auctions & Sales ConditionsAuctions are becoming a more commonly used sales method across the region. However, results under the hammer have been mixed, highlighting the importance of accurate pricing, presentation, and buyer competition.
Overall market sentiment continues to be influenced by:
Surplus stock levelsOngoing job security concernsAn increase in properties being withdrawn from the marketBroader buyer choice and reduced urgencySales volumes were down 10.9% compared to October, reinforcing the measured pace of the market.
Looking Ahead to SummerDespite the current lack of urgency, there is cautious optimism among local salespeople. The summer months are expected to bring an uplift in activity, particularly as overseas visitors return following the Christmas period — a trend that traditionally supports buyer confidence in the Top of the South.
“First home buyers and owner-occupiers were the most active buyer groups across the region… broader choice in available properties continues to contribute to a lack of urgency.”
– Lizzy Ryley, REINZ Chief Executive
For sellers, realistic pricing and strong presentation remain key to generating competition. For buyers, the current market offers choice and time — but well-positioned properties continue to attract strong interest.
If you’re considering a move or would like a tailored view of how these figures apply to your property, the Summit team is here to help with local insight and honest advice.
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