LJ Hooker Waihi Beach

Meet the team

Get to know the 5 agents at LJ Hooker Waihi Beach.

Sales Consultant

About Steve

Steve Bowen is a dynamic Sales Consultant with a stellar track record in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions, exceptionally skilled in the real estate markets of Athenree, Waihi, and Waihi Beach. With 162 glowing reviews, Steve holds a perfect 5-star rating, reflecting his commitment to client satisfaction and excellence in service. Over the past year, Steve successfully managed 19 property sales with an average sale price nearing $1 million, particularly excelling in house sales with an impressive average transaction of approximately $1.29 million. Steve's expertise ensures a swift turnaround, with properties typically on the market for an average of 95 days. Currently managing 12 active listings, Steve's profound knowledge of local market dynamics makes him an invaluable resource for both buyers and sellers aiming for unmatched value. Steve's excellence in real estate has not gone unnoticed, as he has been a consistent award winner in the Athenree and Waihi Beach markets. He clinched the top spot in Athenree from 2022 through to 2026 and achieved a similar distinction in Waihi Beach during 2023, 2024, and 2026. This recognition underscores Steve's standout performance and his authoritative grasp of the real estate landscape in these areas. Those seeking tailored advice and exceptional negotiation skills find Steve to be a key asset in achieving their real estate goals. His dedication, encompassed with his professional acumen, assures that clients not only meet but exceed their expectations in every transaction. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, trust Steve Bowen for unparalleled real estate success in Bay of Plenty and beyond.

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Sue Lemon

Licensed Real Estate Agent

4.9

(52 reviews)

About Sue

I have lived and worked in Waihi Beach & surrounding areas for the past 35 years. I pride myself on working for my clients, both vendors and buyers, to achieve the best possible out come for them and to make sure that they relaxed and happy throughout their process. I have achieved Captains Club within the LJ Hooker group and in the last two years I have made the Multi million dollar chapter this has been due to hard work and dedication to what I do. I enjoy working with people to achieve the best possible result for all concerned in a professional but friendly manner.

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Gary Alway

Principal / Sales Consultant

(38 reviews)

About Gary

Gary currently has 30 active property listings and 17 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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Rani Shortland

Licensed Real Estate Agent

4.9

(8 reviews)

About Rani

Passionate about helping people find their perfect home, or selling their biggest asset, Rani Shortland brings dedication, integrity, and a fresh perspective to the real estate industry. Rani understands the importance of clear honest communication, market knowledge, and exceptional client service. Backed by the expert team at LJHooker, Rani is committed to guiding buyers and sellers through every step of the process with confidence and care. Whether you're purchasing your first home, upgrading, or investing, or deciding to sell your beloved home or asset, she is ready to make your real estate goals a reality. When not helping clients, Rani enjoys exploring the local beaches, staying active as a Zumba instructor, and spending quality time with family and friends. Ready to start your journey? Connect with Rani Shortland today!

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Doreen Cope

Property Manager / Sales Consultant

10 days ago

Easy to deal with

Super personable, easy to deal with and helped us work through our final purchase decision with confidence. Looking forward to joining the community :)

Gary Alway

(38 reviews)

24 days ago

Effective result

Gary did well for us in a tough enviroment, and got the outcome we were looking for which was a sale and did it in an effecitve and efficent manner.

Gary Alway

(38 reviews)

24 days ago

The Real Deal

Refreshing is the word. You can deal with a lot of agents and get a lot of fluff. People promise you a Rolls Royce and deliver you 1983 Corolla Hatchback with 400,000 kms on the clock. Now, there's nothing potentially wrong with Toyota Corollas, even 40-year-old ones, but if you're going to sell your house you want someone who is going to take it seriously, give you trusted advice, not muck you around, and what they say is actually what they do. Gary gave us this experience. From start to finish. It was, in a word: refreshing. Thank you Gary. You're the real deal. Keep it up.

Gary Alway

(38 reviews)

25 days ago

Gary was great to deal with, expert, upfront and genuine.

He has a business approach which suited us perfectly, no fuss, no fluff, just get the job done. He understood what we wanted adn delivered. Very good with feedback and progress reports. Highly recommended and goes the extra mile. Very pleased.

Gary Alway

(38 reviews)

28 days ago

Wonderful experience with Sue from LJ Hooker

We have had the absolute pleasure of working with Sue at LJ Hooker for our last three property transactions—purchasing our last two homes through her and selling a home with her as well. Sue is exceptional at what she does. Navigating the property market can often be stressful, but Sue’s professionalism, expert local knowledge, and genuine care made every buying and selling process seamless. She consistently went above and beyond to keep us informed, supported us every step of the way, and made us feel like her top priority. Because of her integrity and consistent results, we wouldn’t dream of going anywhere else. If you are looking to buy or sell, we cannot recommend Sue and the team at LJ Hooker highly enough!

Sue Lemon

4.9

(52 reviews)

30 days ago

Sue communicated very quickly with any questions we had

Sue helped us a great deal on the current market in waihi Beach as we are not from this area. She was very professional and went the extra mile.

Sue Lemon

4.9

(52 reviews)

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LJ Hooker Waihi Beach has 64 properties for sale and sold 48 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

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