move.

  •   4.9   (248 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how move. has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

51
Reviews
12
Properties for sale
33
Sold properties
$682k
Average sale price
$22.5m
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.

Meet the team

Get to know the 2 agents at move..

Darrell Paterson
Darrell Paterson

Owner / Salesperson

  4.9   (399 reviews)
About Darrell
I keep real estate simple. Clear communication, honest advice, and a process that feels well-managed from start to finish. With over six years in the industry, and a background in leadership including Regional Manager for Fonterra, I bring a structured, organised approach to every sale. Earlier, I spent nine years in the New Zealand Army, which shaped the calm, steady way I work with clients today. Sellers often tell me they feel informed, supported, and never under pressure. That’s important to me. My role is to guide you, keep things moving, and help you make confident decisions along the way. I live in Strandon with my wife Felicity, and when I’m not working, you’ll find me spending time with my three kids, getting out on the golf course, or enjoying the coastal walkway. If you want things handled properly, without the stress, I’m here to help.
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Michelle Habib
Michelle Habib

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (141 reviews)
About Michelle
The first thing you’ll notice when you meet Michelle is her welcoming demeanor and infectious smile. That’s because she loves this industry and thrives on connecting with people to support their real estate dreams. With more than 9 years in the real estate industry plus a year in property management along with over a dozen personal house sales, Michelle brings a wealth of experience, a can-do attitude, and a bit of fun to every interaction while navigating the intricacies of the process with finesse and care. Michelle embodies the timeless values of good, old-fashioned service, respect, and integrity. Clients can trust that they will receive unparalleled support and guidance, ensuring a seamless and rewarding real estate experience from start to finish.
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About us

Offering a unique and refreshing approach to real estate in New Plymouth. Whether you’re looking for a first home, a dream home, downsizing or scaling up, we have the industry knowledge and know-how to make your next step your best move. Here at move, we’re passionate about: ✅ Building a connection with our clients ✅ Problem solving through ongoing support and clear communication ✅ Putting you first Ultimately, our goal is to get you the best result with open, honest advice, while having a bit of fun along the way!

Our reviews

  4.9  
248 reviewsacross 38 different locations, showing 6.
Our qualities as told by our client reviews: honest, well-prepared, supportive, friendly, responsive, local expert, clear communication.
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Buyer review
Extremely helpful as first home buyers!!
about 1 month ago
Extremely helpful as first home buyers!!

We couldn’t have asked for a better experience as first-home buyers. From the beginning, he was incredibly easy to talk to, communicated really well, and genuinely listened to what we were looking for. He went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed to make an informed decision. He made sure we were connected with the right people and had access to the information and support we needed throughout the process. What stood out most was that we never felt like we were just another buyer. He took the time to understand what we were looking for and made us feel supported throughout the whole process. Buying our first home felt much less overwhelming because we knew we had someone who was happy to help and answer our questions. We’re incredibly grateful for all his help and would happily recommend him to anyone, especially other first-home buyers. We would absolutely use him again when the time comes to sell our home in the future.

Darrell Paterson

Darrell Paterson

  4.9   (399 reviews)
Seller review
Great person to deal with
3 months ago
Great person to deal with

Darrell was extremely good. Even in a tough market he was persistent and got the sale. Communication was excellent and he did a great job of marketing. I’d definitely recommend Darrell and his team.

Darrell Paterson

Darrell Paterson

  4.9   (399 reviews)
Buyer review
Great communicator, felt welcomed at viewings, nothing is a problem.
3 months ago
Great communicator, felt welcomed at viewings, nothing is a problem.

Professional, easy relaxed style with great negotiation skills. Darrell went over and above for us as the Purchasers. He had a great eye for where the market was currently sitting, we are really happy with our result and highly recommend him.

Darrell Paterson

Darrell Paterson

  4.9   (399 reviews)
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Our properties

move. has 12 properties for sale and sold 33 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldOct 28, 2026
Price not available
58 Ngamotu Road
Moturoa Taranaki
3
1
2
House
For Sale
enquiries over $845,000
5 Whakapaki Street
Urenui Taranaki
4
1
2
House
For Sale
deadline sale closing 4pm Thursday 5 November 2026 (unless sold prior)
17D Thames Street
Welbourn Taranaki
3
1
1
House
For Sale
enquiries over $695,000
1/113 Pioneer Road
Moturoa Taranaki
4
1
2
House
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