LJ Hooker Dunedin

63 Musselburgh Rise, Musselburgh, Dunedin, New Zealand 9013
  •   5   (1974 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how LJ Hooker Dunedin has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

398
Reviews
112
Properties for sale
402
Sold properties
$601k
Average sale price
$241.8m
Total sales value

*Includes all properties sold (last 12 months) where the agent was a part of the transaction and published on ratemyagent.co.nz. It may not be complete and can exclude off-market, private sales and undisclosed pricing and sold dates. Contact agent for full sales history.

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Our customer service awards

See what RateMyAgent awards LJ Hooker Dunedin has won

  • National Top 100New Zealand
  • Island Top 10South Island
  • Region Top 5Otago
  • Suburb WinnerAndersons Bay
  • 8x National Top 100New Zealand - 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019
  • 7x Suburb WinnerAndersons Bay - 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020
  • 7x Suburb WinnerSaint Kilda - 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020
  • 7x Suburb WinnerWaverley - 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020

Meet the team

Get to know the 17 agents at LJ Hooker Dunedin.

Jason Hynes
Jason Hynes

Auctioneer / Licensed Real Estate Agent / Director

  4.9   (462 reviews)
About Jason
Born and bred in Dunedin, Jason has over 20 years of real estate sales experience and now serves as the Managing Director of LJ Hooker Dunedin. His philosophy, inspired by Sir Leslie Hooker’s belief, is that real estate is not about houses it's about people, and that drives his approach to both selling and managing. Jason's proven track record, which includes numerous accolades and awards, showcases his ability to secure premium prices and ensure the highest level of client satisfaction. Lawrence Schaumann, also born and bred in Dunedin, has spent the last 8 years working alongside Jason gaining invaluable industry knowledge and experience. With a strong background in property management and deep local roots, Lawrence offers a comprehensive skill-set for the listing and selling process. His passion for providing five-star service, combined with his unwavering commitment to integrity, ensures that clients feel supported and confident throughout their entire real estate journey. When you choose Jason and Lawrence, you are not just hiring real estate agents, you are partnering with professionals who prioritise your goals and satisfaction above all else. Their friendly and professional approach, coupled with significant experience, ensures that your real estate journey is as uncomplicated and rewarding as possible. If you happen to be looking for high-performance salespeople with a proven track record, then contact Jason and Lawrence today for a friendly and honest approach. Awards - Top Residential Salesperson Number of Transactions (Business Owner) - Jason Hynes & Lawrence Schaumann - LJ Hooker Dunedin's No.1 Salesperson - Jason Hynes & Lawrence Schaumann 2022/23 and 2023/24 - LJ Hooker Dunedin's No.1 Salesperson - Jason Hynes 2020/21, 2019/20, 2018/19, 2017/18, 2016/17 and 2015/16 - Most sold properties in the NZ LJ Hooker network 2015/16 - Jason Hynes - Winner of the LJ Hooker NZ Auction Idol Competition 2013 - Jason Hynes
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Trista Townsend
Trista Townsend

Licensee / Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (314 reviews)
About Trista
Trista's connection to real estate runs deep—it's in her blood, her thoughts, and her heart. Though her path seemed destined—her mother has been in the industry for over 25 years—Trista’s genuine passion for all aspects of real estate is what drives her. She thrives on building connections, exceeding expectations, and being a vital part of her clients' journeys from start to finish. Dedicated to selling homes with authenticity and loyalty, Trista’s commitment shines through in every transaction. Her clients frequently praise her for going "above and beyond", a standard of care reflected in her four consecutive wins of the NZ Award for Customer Service Excellence with the LJ Hooker/Harveys group and rated in Rate My Agent as one of the Top 5 Real Estate Agents in Otago for four years in a row. Trista attributes her success to repeat and referral business, believing that achieving premium results; maintaining clear and open communication, and providing honest feedback are key to a positive real estate experience. For Trista, the journey begins with a phone call and extends far beyond the moment the "sold" sign goes up. While securing the best outcome for your home is her priority, the friendships formed along the way are what she treasures most. With integrity, professionalism, and a relentless work ethic, Trista’s focus on delivering outstanding service is why she has so many satisfied clients. 2022-2025: Rate My Agent Top 100 Agent New Zealand 2022-2025: Rate My Agent Top 5 Agent Otago 2023-2024: LJ Hooker Top Residential Salesperson for Transactions (non-business owner) 2023: Lifetime Member of LJ Hooker Captain's Club 2020-23: LJ Hooker NZ Award Winner – Customer Service Excellence 2020-2025: LJ Hooker Multi Club Member (top 2.5% agents nationwide)
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Geraldine Hermens
Geraldine Hermens

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (305 reviews)
About Geraldine
Thirty-two years in Dunedin real estate, and Geraldine still approaches every property listing the same way she did on day one - with genuine care for the people on the other side of the deal. Alongside Peter, Amelia and the wider team at The Hermens Group | LJ Hooker Dunedin, she's built a reputation on doing the fundamentals well: clear communication, sharp negotiation, and a calm head when things get stressful, because for most clients, selling their home can be overwhelming. That combination has made her one of the most sought-after advisers in the region, and it shows in the results: multiple years as LJ Hooker Dunedin's No.1 salesperson, and New Zealand's top auction marketer since 2014. What sets Geraldine apart isn't just the numbers, though there are plenty of those. It's a straightforward belief that real estate should be handled with the same rigour and respect regardless of the property's size or price point - and a team around her that shares it. Awards No.1 Salesperson, LJ Hooker Dunedin - 2021–22, 2022–23, 2024–25, 2025-26 No.1 Auction Marketer, LJ Hooker Dunedin & New Zealand - since 2014 Runner-up, Most Properties Sold, LJ Hooker NZ - 2020–21, 2024–25 Elite 500 Club member - 2014–2022 Platinum Life Member, LJ Hooker Captains Club - 11 consecutive years Platinum Life Member, Multi-Million Dollar Chapter - 6 consecutive years Ranked in the Top 2% of Elite Salespeople, LJ Hooker New Zealand. "Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." - Henry Ford
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Toni Curline
Toni Curline

Licensee

  5   (232 reviews)
About Toni
Introducing Toni Curline, your trusted real estate agent with 18 years of experience in the industry. Toni brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, with a proven track record of reliability and excellent negotiation skills. As a seasoned professional, Toni understands the intricacies of the real estate market and is committed to providing exceptional service to both buyers and sellers. With a genuine love for helping others and a passion for real estate, Toni has built a reputation for guiding families through the process of buying and selling with care and attention to detail. Whether you are looking to buy or sell, Toni Curline is your go-to agent who will work tirelessly to make your real estate journey a success.
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Reagan Curline
Reagan Curline

Licensee

  5   (199 reviews)
About Reagan
Introducing Reagan Curline, your trusted local real estate agent in Dunedin! Joining the industry in 2018, Reagan is a seasoned professional with a reputation for reliability and excellent negotiation skills. Born and bred in Dunedin, Reagan has a deep understanding of the local market and a genuine passion for helping buyers and sellers achieve the best possible outcomes. What sets Reagan apart is his commitment to utilising technology to streamline the real estate process. As a tech-savvy professional, Reagan stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in the industry, leveraging cutting-edge tools and resources to provide his clients with a seamless and efficient experience. Whether you're looking to buy or sell a property in Dunedin, Reagan Curline is your go-to real estate agent. With his local expertise, proven track record, and unwavering dedication to client satisfaction, Reagan is your trusted partner in achieving you real estate goals. Contact him today to experience top-notch service and results-driven representation!
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Pam Mulder
Pam Mulder

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (169 reviews)
About Pam
Bringing a Relaxed Professional Style to your Table. Pam Mulder is a high-performing real estate professional with LJ Hooker Dunedin, known for delivering outstanding results and providing a straightforward, client-focused approach. With more than 15 years in the industry, Pam combines strong local market knowledge, strategic marketing, and skilled negotiation to help her clients achieve the best possible outcome when buying or selling property. Her consistent success has earned her numerous industry recognitions, including being ranked among the Top 2.5% of LJ Hooker salespeople, Top 10% Salesperson (2025), and a multi-year member of the LJ Hooker Captain’s Club and Multi-Million Dollar Chapter. In 2024–2025 she also received the National Award for Best Sales Growth, recognising her exceptional performance across the LJ Hooker network. She was previously recognised as Agent of the Year, Top 100 (RateMyAgent 2021). Pam is known for her energy, honesty, and dedication to making the real estate process smooth and stress-free. In 2020 she further expanded her expertise by qualifying as an auctioneer, giving her clients an added advantage when selling in competitive auction environments. A long-time Dunedin local, Pam is passionate about her community. You’ll often find her at the Otago Farmers Market, supporting local growers, makers, and small businesses. She is also a proud member of the Dunedin Rock Choir, a vibrant community choir that brings people together through music — reflecting Pam’s strong belief in community connection both inside and outside of real estate.
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About us

LJ Hooker is are a locally owned and operated business that has been a prominent and successful real estate and property management business for over 30 years. We have the reputation of being a leader in the Dunedin & Mosgiel marketplace. Above all we have values of honesty, integrity, experience and a desire to work hard for our clients to achieve outstanding results.

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Seller review
Superlative intelligent  supportive agent
about 6 hours ago
Superlative intelligent supportive agent

Trista is bright, honest and positive. She is trustworthy and very supportive .. my move North was complex and difficult and she was there with me the whole time. Good advice re the market and through the negotiation phase I always felt she really was there for me and my house. Always professional very responsive and I felt I was lucky to have her represent me. Thankyou Trista

Trista Townsend

Trista Townsend

  5   (314 reviews)
Buyer review
Amazing help
about 7 hours ago
Amazing help

Trista was incredibly helpful helping me buy my first home. She never missed a call and was very responsive to emails and texts. Trista was very helpful with information about the home and made me feel very comfortable through the whole process.

Trista Townsend

Trista Townsend

  5   (314 reviews)
Seller review
Excellent service, as always
2 days ago
Excellent service, as always

Thank you Lawrence, Jason and the whole team for helping us sell our property. This is the third time we have used them, and we have always been very happy with their service. They are very professional, hardworking and easy to communicate with. They kept us well informed, were always available when we had questions, and gave us useful market information and honest advice. They gave us different options but never pressured us and always left the decision to us. We felt we could trust them and it was very easy to work with them throughout the whole process.Thanks again to the entire team. We would definitely use them again and recommend them to others.

Jason Hynes

Jason Hynes

  4.9   (462 reviews)
Buyer review
Excellent communication and professionalism
4 days ago
Excellent communication and professionalism

We had a fantastic experience working with Cherish. She was extremely punctual, diligent and professional throughout the entire process. She was always quick to respond to our questions and kept us well informed every step of the way. Her communication between ourselves and the vendors was excellent, making what can be a stressful process feel smooth and straightforward. We really appreciated how approachable, reliable and on top of everything she was. We would happily recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!

Cherish Thom

Cherish Thom

  5   (53 reviews)
Seller review
Jason and Lawrence are the best!
6 days ago
Jason and Lawrence are the best!

We couldn't have asked for better real estate agents than **Jason and Lawrence**. They were always easy to get hold of, kept us updated every step of the way, and were happy to answer even the smallest questions. We always felt like we knew what was happening, which gave us a lot of confidence throughout the journey. Jason and Lawrence's knowledge of the market is incredible. They really know their stuff and were able to explain everything clearly, helping us make informed decisions without ever making us feel pressured. Their advice was honest, practical, and always in our best interests, which we really appreciated. What really stood out to us was how genuine and approachable Jason and Lawrence are. Nothing ever seemed like too much trouble, and they both went above and beyond to make sure everything ran as smoothly as possible. Having Jason and Lawrence on our side made such a difference. Their professionalism, excellent communication, and friendly nature meant we always felt supported and well looked after throughout the entire process. **Jason and Lawrence are simply the best in town!** We wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.

Jason Hynes

Jason Hynes

  4.9   (462 reviews)
Seller review
Professional, committed and trustworthy.
10 days ago
Professional, committed and trustworthy.

Honest, accommodating and good communication throughout. Got the job done.

Luke MacDonald

Luke MacDonald

  5   (141 reviews)
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Our properties

LJ Hooker Dunedin has 112 properties for sale and sold 402 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

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49 Aotea Street
Tainui Otago
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47 Scarba Street
Roslyn Otago
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59 Owhiro Avenue
Mosgiel Otago
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4 McKenzie Street
Palmerston Otago
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