Team Barakat

  •   5   (327 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how Team Barakat has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

61
Reviews
24
Properties for sale
90
Sold properties
$678k
Average sale price
$61m
Total sales value

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  • National Top 20New Zealand

Meet the team

Get to know the 4 agents at Team Barakat.

Jamie Barakat
Jamie Barakat

Sales Agent

  5   (240 reviews)
About Jamie
With an extensive background in management and marketing Jamie has a passion to help people with the emotional journey that buying and selling real estate can have. He brings an enthusiastic and positive approach to everyone he deals with and is committed to deliver the best possible outcome. With a solid social media following, a sharp eye for detail and love for interior design, he will assist you in preparing your home with his bespoke marketing approach. His hard work and dedication has led Jamie to achieve numerous awards and he has continued to invest in his self-development to ensure he is providing great results. Jamie values the relationships and friendships formed by clients and building trust by going the extra mile for those around him. Jamie is excited and looking forward to working alongside you in achieving your property dreams. Lugtons Rookie Of The Year 2018/2019 Double Diamond Achiever 2019/2020 ARERA Growth Agent 2019/2021 Gold Club Member 2020/2021 ARERA Sales Performer Finalist 2020/2021 Supreme Diamond Achiever 2020/2021 Lugtons Top 5 2020/2021 ARERA NZ Agent of the Year 2021/2022 ARERA Performer of the Year 2021/2022 Lugtons #3 Year 2022/2023 Supreme Diamond Achiever Year 2022/2023 Lugtons #3 Year 2023/2024 Lugtons Legend Award Year 2023/2024 Supreme Diamond Achiever Year 2023/2024 Rate My Agent – National Top 100 Agent 2024 Rate My Agent – North Island Top 10 Agent 2024 Rate My Agent- Waikato Top 5 Agent 2024 Rate My Agent – Agent of the Year – Dinsdale and Hamilton East 2024 Supreme Diamond Achiever 2024/2025 Third in the company 2024/2025
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Andrew Townsend
Andrew Townsend

Sales Consultant

  4.9   (85 reviews)
About Andrew
Andrew Townsend is a highly accomplished and results-driven real estate agent with a proven track record of success in the industry. Currently voted by home sellers as Waikato’s number 1 ranked real estate agent (RMA 2023), Andy has a passion for the art of selling homes and a dedication to exceeding client expectations. Andy served 18 years for the New Zealand Police, having had his three children attend local schools he is community focused and is currently sponsoring and playing for the Te Awamutu soccer club and now a major sponsor of The Wanderers soccer club. Add to that his integrity, genuine passion for working with people and local knowledge of our area and you have what Andy considers excellent values to offer you when it comes to selling your home. Andy's large network of contacts, including other real estate professionals, lenders, and contractors, allows him to provide a comprehensive and seamless experience for his clients. Whether someone is buying or selling a property, Andrew leverages his network to connect his clients with the right resources, ensuring a smooth transaction process from start to finish. Throughout his career, Andy has consistently achieved impressive sales records, setting new benchmarks in the industry (Top 10 sales agents Tall Poppy 2021,22,23, NZ number 10 Agent RMA 2023). With Andy Townsend as your trusted real estate agent, you can expect unparalleled expertise, personalized service, and outstanding results. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, an experienced investor, or looking to sell your property, Andrew will guide you through every step of the process, ensuring a successful and rewarding real estate experience. If you’re after a sales consultant who has proven results, then please contact Andrew for a free, no obligation chat about your property.
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Cory Townsend
Cory Townsend

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Sales Consultant

  5   (39 reviews)
About Cory
Meet Cory Townsend, your local real estate salesperson, who has been redefining industry standards over the past five years and providing exceptional service to over 100 clients who he has helped achieve dream results for across the Waikato. His approach is centered around openness and transparency, which fosters strong relationships with buyers and sellers alike. Cory has developed a passion for real estate and shares Lugtons values of fairness and innovation. As a previous student at the University of Waikato pursuing a Bachelor of Laws and Business with Honours, Cory possesses excellent time-management skills and has worked in people-oriented roles such as hospitality, allowing him to create and maintain trusted relationships with ease. His proven results married with his integrity and exceptional communication skills, Cory is the one to trust with your property transaction. Contact Cory today for a free, no-obligation chat about your real estate needs.
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Melody George
Melody George

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  4.9   (21 reviews)
About Melody
Melody has been a part of Jamies team for over three years now. With over ten years' sales experience, Melody is equipped with the skills to help you make buying and selling a breeze. Combining strong work ethic and commitment, she is known for her honest and enthusiastic approach. Melody thrives on working with her clients, getting to know them and their goals for the future so she can better support and assist them in their property endeavour’s. She delivers exceptional service and will make you feel at ease, providing a supportive and caring approach. Melody loves the challenge that real estate presents. She is looking forward to working with you to achieve your property goals.
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About us

Team Barakat is a real estate team. They have 327 verified reviews with an average rating of 5 stars. They currently have 24 active property listings and 90 sold property listings over the past 12 months worth $61,044,201.

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351 reviewsacross 50 different locations, showing 6.
Our qualities as told by our client reviews: well-prepared, honest, friendly, responsive, supportive, local expert, clear communication.
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Seller review
Knowledgeable and efficient
11 days ago
Knowledgeable and efficient

Cory came very highly recommended by my property manager, he had excellent communication skills and met with us on a few occasions to explain movements in the market etc. Provided us with a comprehensive overview of what to expect and the competition involved.. Cory had excellent negotiation skills! And as a result we had a smooth and stress free experience

Cory TownsendJamie Barakat
Seller review
Simply an awesome team to work with
13 days ago
Simply an awesome team to work with

My journey wasn't exactly simple due to a few unforeseen hurdles. This team all worked together to ensure we got a good result in the end. The marketing was excellent and the photos and video looked awesome. They were professional, and provided relevant advice. A fun group to work with as well! Overall I am really happy with the result and recommend them to anyone buying or selling.

Andrew TownsendJamie BarakatCory Townsend
Seller review
Excellent communicator
26 days ago
Excellent communicator

Jamie and his team were excellent in helping me through the process of selling my first home. Jamie was very approachable and would answer any of my questions promptly. He made the whole process very smooth!

Jamie Barakat
Seller review
A Smooth and Successful Sale with Melody George
27 days ago
A Smooth and Successful Sale with Melody George

I cannot recommend my real estate agent, Melody George from Team Barakat at Lugtons Real Estate, highly enough. Right from the very start, Melody stood out with her positive attitude, warmth, and professionalism. I truly felt supported throughout the entire experience. Mel's upbeat personality and genuine enthusiasm made the process much more enjoyable and reassuring. She was fully dedicated to my goals, and her deep understanding of the local market was invaluable. I appreciated her expert advice and clear communication, which ensured everything went smoothly. She guided me through with patience and expertise, always responding promptly to my questions and negotiating skillfully on my behalf. When a tricky situation arose, Melody handled it with remarkable skill and ease, her negotiation skills truly made all the difference. The reassurance Mel provided throughout the process meant a great deal to me. Thanks to her strategic approach and optimism, my house sold and at a great price. If you’re looking for someone trustworthy, knowledgeable, and full of positive energy, Melody is the perfect choice. I couldn’t be happier with how things turned out. :-)

Melody GeorgeJamie Barakat
Buyer review
Warm, professional, and incredibly helpful
27 days ago
Warm, professional, and incredibly helpful

We had a wonderful experience working with Melody. She was incredibly warm and helpful throughout the entire process, and it truly felt like nothing was too much trouble for her. Melody helped us navigate a complex situation with ease, and thanks to her hard work, we ended up with a great result for everyone involved.

Melody GeorgeJamie Barakat
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Our properties

Team Barakat has 27 properties for sale and sold 90 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldMay 14, 2026
Price not available
6 Rata Street
Maeroa Waikato
3
1
1
Other
SoldMay 13, 2026
Price not available
25 Sycamore Place
Pukete Waikato
4
3
4
Other
SoldMay 13, 2026
Price not available
327 Hukanui Road
Queenwood Waikato
3
2
2
Other
SoldMay 13, 2026
Price not available
7A Hyde Avenue
Nawton Waikato
2
1
1
Other
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