Barfoot & Thompson - Coatesville - Verified Reviews & Real Estate For Sale

Meet the team

Get to know the 10 agents at Barfoot & Thompson - Coatesville.

Sales & Marketing Consultant

About Heather

Serving Torbay, Long Bay, Coatesville, Dairy Flat and the wider lifestyle community, I believe real estate is all about connection. I love meeting people, hearing the stories behind their homes and understanding what truly matters—whether you’re saying goodbye or starting your next chapter. Originally from the USA, I moved to New Zealand in 2000 and never looked back. My career has been wonderfully varied—from fine jewellery to super yachts to running my own clothing store—which means I’m comfortable connecting with people from all walks of life. I’ve spent over 12 years living on and managing lifestyle properties in Riverhead and Coatesville, giving me real insight into the day-to-day realities of land ownership. I understand the realities of rural living—mud, fencing, animals and all! Now based at Barfoot & Thompson Torbay, I’m proud to be part of a family-owned company with strong community values and a reputation for results. Outside of real estate, I’m passionate about horses and running—often seen out in Coatesville with my dog Enzo. Real estate with heart; professional, honest and always on your side. Call me at Barfoot & Thompson Torbay.

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Lisa McLachlan

Licensed Real Estate Agent

(8 reviews)

About Lisa

#1 Sales Team 2025 - Barfoot & Thompson Coatesville Buying or selling your home can be an exciting yet somewhat stressful time - choosing the right person who understands your needs makes the process so much more enjoyable. My dedication and determination to find the right candidates to purchase your home - is what I do best. With an outgoing, empathetic nature, I am a focused salesperson and deliver results with care and competency. I have been a resident in North West Auckland for 30+ years and am astutely familiar with the area and strongly believe that Paremoremo, Riverhead and the surrounding suburbs offer the ultimate lifestyle, while remaining only 30 minutes’ drive to the Auckland CBD, and we’re surrounded by nature and the astounding rivers of the Upper Harbour. I am actively involved in the community and enjoy attending local karate and yoga classes. You will often find me walking in the area with one or all four of my children in tow and I’m always keen to stop and have a chat. Prior to my career in real estate, I studied business. Goal-orientated and results-driven roles as a debt collection agent, a personal trainer and an FMCG Sales Representative, reflect my love of working with people. Communication is key. All my client relationships begin in a relaxed environment over a coffee so I can listen to your needs. I strive to help people and pride myself on open and honest interaction. Let's meet for a chat– call or email to begin the process! An absolute specialist in the Paremoremo, Riverhead and surrounding suburbs, with results to back it up.

Licensed Real Estate Agent

(3 reviews)

About Andy

Andy Riley – No. 1 Real Estate Agent in Paremoremo & Coatesville, and #3 in Rodney Andy Riley’s insight into real estate goes far beyond that of the traditional salesperson. With over 30 years of living in and serving the community, Andy brings unmatched local knowledge and deep connections that make him a trusted leader in the market. Known for his friendly and approachable style, Andy makes the buying and selling process as smooth and stress-free as possible. His commitment to Paremoremo and the wider Rodney region extends well beyond real estate. He has served as a school chair, ratepayers association leader, and local board member. Andy has been actively involved with Sustainable Paremoremo and has also worked as a resource consent commissioner—freely offering his expertise to help shape and strengthen the community. Together with Lisa McLachlan, Andy has built a reputation for trust, transparency, and collaboration. Their ability to work closely with people and navigate even the most complex property situations ensures their clients achieve the best possible results.

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Alan Zhao

Licensee

(2 reviews)

About Alan

#4 Sales Partnership, Rodney Region, 6 months ending September 2025 Alan Zhao specialises in residential and lifestyle properties throughout Coatesville, Dairy Flat, Millwater, Orewa and Auckland’s wider North Shore. He holds a Master of Commerce (Honours) from the University of Auckland and previously gained valuable experience working with a well-known property developer in Shanghai. This combination of academic excellence and international exposure enables Alan to offer both global perspective and sharp local market insight. Since returning to New Zealand, Alan has concentrated on premium lifestyle estates and quality residential homes, building a strong reputation for achieving exceptional outcomes. His approach is defined by clear communication, customised marketing strategies and confident negotiation — ensuring each property is presented strategically and positioned to maximise value. As a member of Barfoot & Thompson, Alan benefits from a collaborative, non-franchised structure that encourages innovative campaigns and seamless cooperation across Auckland, delivering tangible advantages to his clients. Family is central to Alan’s life. He is a proud father of twins and the devoted owner of Jay, his energetic Border Collie. Fluent in both English and Mandarin, Alan is committed to guiding clients through every stage of their property journey with professionalism, integrity and genuine care. Backed by consistent five-star reviews and a growing presence across Millwater, Silverdale, Orewa, Coatesville and Dairy Flat, Alan Zhao is widely regarded as a trusted advisor in luxury, lifestyle and residential property across Auckland.

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Jolyon Russell

About us

Barfoot & Thompson Coatesville is your trusted local real estate office specialising in lifestyle, rural and residential property. Being part of the community since 2008, we have developed an in-depth knowledge of the dynamics of property buying, selling, development, ownership and maintenance in the area. Our experience from the past, present, and importantly the inside track into future developments and opportunities, is one of our key points of difference. Our multi-cultural team listens and cares about what you want while adhering to our corporate code of ethics which is embedded in integrity, excellence, and professionalism with personalised care. We proudly call Coatesville and the surrounding suburbs home. We are very much a part of the neighbourhood whether it is local charities, school fundraisers, cups of coffee, walking, running, riding in the forest or pony club. Our sense of community runs deep as we want the same things as you. Because we’re part of the Barfoot & Thompson network, the Coatesville team can also draw on the vast resources of the company’s 80 branches and 1,800+ salespeople across the region. We employ industry-leading marketing tools and materials, have full access to national and international markets plus in-house auction experts. Coatesville is a rural community situated approximately 30km north of Auckland CBD, with both Albany and North West/Westgate malls on the doorstep. The village hosts a dairy, a mechanical workshop, cafes, daycare options, Coatesville Primary, reserves and pony club. The monthly Coatesville market is very popular and brings people from across the region to gather, meet and sample local artisan products, produce and entertainment.

1 day ago

Committed agent who goes out of their way

We were very lucky to have Heather as our agent. Her commitment and integrity were second to none, her communication and marketing were perfect for our situation. I would highly recommend Heather and would use her definitely again.

Heather Jones

(8 reviews)

about 1 month ago

Andy was fantastic to work with!

This was the first time we have sold a house in over 30 years and was a huge decision for us to leave the home we raised our children in. Having someone of Andy experience and personal skills on our side made the process so much easier and we sold for a price that was above our expectations. We would recommend Andy to anyone considering selling.

Andy Riley

(3 reviews)

5 months ago

It is more than buy and sell property if you has the opportunity to buy or sell propery with Alan.

Working with Alan was more than just buying and selling a property. He was highly professional and guided us smoothly through both processes, which require very different strategies. With his experience and support, we achieved results beyond our expectations. If you are considering buying or selling, it is absolutely worth calling Alan. The journey at 11 Walter Crescent was truly unforgettable.

Alan Zhao

(2 reviews)

10 months ago

Going the extra mile

We engaged Heather Jones to sell our much loved lifestyle property. We had a with a tight timeframe in a challenging market, Heather developed a specific marketing plan, communicated often and kept us well informed of market feedback. Heather went over and above to help us not only obtain a successful sale of our exiting property but helped us secure our new home. Would highly recommend Heather, she is refreshingly honest and an absolute pleasure to work with.

Heather Jones

(8 reviews)

10 months ago

Andy is experienced, helpful and has a great sense of humour

Andy was great to work with. He had excellent local area knowledge and his advice regarding property sale/purchase was invaluable. He was accommodating and helpful through the whole process and his lovely sense of humour saw us through what can be a very stressful time. Thanks Andy

Andy Riley

(3 reviews)