move.

  •   4.9   (242 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

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

51
Reviews
10
Properties for sale
38
Sold properties
$666k
Average sale price
$25.3m
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   (395 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   (140 reviews)
About Michelle
The first thing you’ll notice when you meet Michelle is her welcoming demeanour and infectious smile. That’s because she loves this industry and thrives on connecting with people to support their real estate dreams. After 8 years in the real estate industry and 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  
243 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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Seller review
Highly recommend!!
6 days ago
Highly recommend!!

Highly recommend Michelle! She provides top-notch service and maintained amazing communication throughout the whole process. She was always available to answer our questions and always went above and beyond her commitment. Awesome experience!

Michelle Habib

Michelle Habib

  5   (140 reviews)
Buyer review
Professional, Knowledgeable and Easy to Work With
6 days ago
Professional, Knowledgeable and Easy to Work With

Michelle was easy to work with throughout the buying process. First time I went to the open home you can tell that she knows and have reviewed the property shes selling and all its documentation which gave me confidence every step of the way.

Michelle Habib

Michelle Habib

  5   (140 reviews)
Buyer review
Professional and Respectful!!
15 days ago
Professional and Respectful!!

We had a fantastic experience working with Darrell throughout our home buying journey. He was always polite, professional, and respectful in every interaction. His communication was excellent, with regular follow-ups and proactive updates throughout the entire process. All disclosures were provided promptly when required, and he was incredibly supportive from start to finish. Even when he was busy, he always made the effort to return our calls as soon as he could. We truly appreciated his dedication and commitment. We highly recommend Darrell to anyone looking for a reliable, honest, and hardworking real estate agent.

Darrell Paterson

Darrell Paterson

  4.9   (395 reviews)
Seller review
Great communication - great result
18 days ago
Great communication - great result

Darrell handled the sale professionally and in a timely manner from start to finish - which wasn't very long! We are very happy with the outcome and would recommend Darrell to other sellers.

Darrell Paterson

Darrell Paterson

  4.9   (395 reviews)
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Our properties

move. has 10 properties for sale and sold 38 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldAug 3, 2026
Price not available
244 Devon St W
New Plymouth Central Taranaki
4
2
2
House
SoldJul 27, 2026
Price not available
97 South Rd
Blagdon Taranaki
3
1
2
House
For Sale
deadline sale closing 4pm on Thursday 13th August 2026 (USP)
33 Riversdale Dr
Merrilands Taranaki
3
1
2
House
SoldJul 20, 2026
Price not available
6C Highfield Place
Highlands Park Taranaki
4
2
2
House
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