Richard Hartles

Richard Hartles

Licensed Real Estate Agent at Lugtons Real Estate - Hamilton member of Hartles & Co.
Lugtons Ltd - City: REAA 2008
  •   5   (264 reviews)

Richard's sales performance at a glance

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

51
Reviews
19
Median days on market
15
Properties for sale
69
Sold properties
$984k
Average sale price
$67.9m
Total sales value

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Richard's customer service awards

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  • National Top 100New Zealand
  • Island Top 10North Island
  • Region Top 5Waikato
  • Suburb WinnerFlagstaff
  • 3x National Top 100New Zealand - 2026, 2025, 2024
  • 3x Island Top 10North Island - 2026, 2025, 2024
  • 3x Region Top 5Waikato - 2026, 2025, 2024
  • 3x Suburb WinnerFlagstaff - 2026, 2025, 2024

About Richard

Selling or buying a home is rarely just a transaction. It is one of the biggest decisions most people will make. It deserves someone who treats it that way from the very first conversation. I lead Hartles & Co, a twelve-person real estate team working across Hamilton and the wider Waikato. Real estate found me nine years ago. Since then I have worked through nearly every part of this business: listing support, running campaigns solo, co-leading a team, and now leading it outright. I did not arrive at this role. I worked through every layer of it, which is why I understand what good looks like at each stage of your journey, not just the final one. What I believe has not changed since day one: look after people properly, and the results take care of themselves. That means listening first, speaking plainly, and measuring success by more than the number on the contract. I am proud that our team has been named RateMyAgent's Team of the Year for New Zealand two years running. I have been fortunate enough to be recognised individually too: Waikato's Agent of the Year in 2025, and ranked among the North Island's top ten agents in both 2025 and 2026, climbing from fourth to second. But the number closest to my heart is a different one. Most of what we do now comes from people we have already helped, and the friends and family they send our way. That tells me the experience mattered as much as the result. That is exactly how I want it to stay. Behind every campaign I run sits our Engine Room, a dedicated team managing the marketing, the detail and the moving parts of your sale, so nothing depends on one person's diary. You get me, fully in your corner, backed by a team who make sure nothing is left to chance. Hartles & Co was built on a simple belief: a rising tide lifts all boats. I want that for my clients, for my team, and for the Waikato community we get to work in every day. If you are thinking about your next move, even if it is only an early thought, I would be glad to talk it through with you.

Richard's reviews

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Richard's qualities as told by our client reviews: well-prepared, strategic, honest, friendly, local expert, supportive, clear communication.
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Seller review
Beautiful first time property sale experience
5 days ago
Beautiful first time property sale experience

We are lucky to be recommended Melissa by our rental agent. She lead us through the process effortlessly. She was easy to talk to, very open and transparent on everything, and gave us practical advices after understand our constraints. As a seller living outside of the city, we find her excellent communication skill and welling to put extra effort to help us really made the whole experience effortless. Our property was sold so quickly before we managed to blink our eyes and priced higher than we expected. Cannot be more grateful with Melissa.

Seller review
Outstanding Service
16 days ago
Outstanding Service

Going with Richard was always the plan, and he delivered on every aspect of the process all the way through, from the initial chats a year or so before going to market, to the end result with Hugo in the auction room, and the settlement process. This was an emotional sale for everyone involved, which added pressure, and everything was handled with professionalism, kindness and respect. It takes a team, so special thanks also to Jono, Rachel, Tessa and everyone else behind the scenes. Thanks Richie, appreciate you.

Seller review
Knows how to sell houses!
17 days ago
Knows how to sell houses!

We had a great experience with Richard and his team. His communication was clear and responsive. He gave great guidance about what would get our house sold quickly and for a good price. We sold our property within 3 weeks of being on the market by auction.

Seller review
provided a level of care that went beyond standard real estate service
18 days ago
provided a level of care that went beyond standard real estate service

I am incredibly grateful to Richard and the wonderful team at Hartles & Co for helping me sell our house on Vercoe Road. Having recently lost my husband, this was an exceptionally difficult time, but Richard went above and beyond to be supportive. They were kind, deeply caring, and a huge help from start to finish. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to sell.

Seller review
A Stress-Free Journey to Successfully Selling Our Beautiful Property
18 days ago
A Stress-Free Journey to Successfully Selling Our Beautiful Property

Selling a home is often described as one of life's most stressful experiences, but thanks to Richard and his team, our journey was anything but stressful. From the very beginning, we felt we were in safe hands, and that gave us great confidence throughout the entire process. What we appreciated most about Richard was his exceptional communication and genuine care. After every open home, he would take the time to personally update us, sharing how the inspection had gone, what prospective buyers thought about the property, and what stood out to them. These conversations always kept us informed and reassured, and we never felt left wondering what was happening. One thing that truly set Richard apart was the detailed feedback he provided at the end of each week. Rather than giving us a simple summary, he shared comprehensive reports covering every group that had visited our home. He outlined their views, comments, level of interest, and whether they were serious potential buyers or simply exploring the market. This level of transparency helped us understand the market response and made us feel involved and informed every step of the way. Richard and his team didn't just help us sell a property—they guided us through the journey with professionalism, honesty, and genuine support. Their dedication, attention to detail, and consistent communication made the entire experience enjoyable and worry-free. We are incredibly grateful to Richard and his team for helping us successfully market and sell our beautiful home. Looking back, we couldn't have asked for a better team to represent us. We wholeheartedly recommend Richard to anyone looking for an agent who truly cares about his clients and goes above and beyond to deliver an outstanding experience. Thank you, Richard, for turning what could have been a stressful process into such a positive and memorable journey.

Seller review
Professional, proactive and practical support from start to finish
21 days ago
Professional, proactive and practical support from start to finish

Can't speak highly enough of Richard Hartles and his team. They were proactive, professional and friendly right through the process. As an out-of-town seller, we really appreciated his local market knowledge, which was always on point, and his broader team's willingness and ability to assist with minor handyman tasks in response to our and buyer queries. Their communication was top notch, with regular updates keeping us well informed on progress and all with positive, helpful vibes. Overall, we felt secure knowing the process was in safe hands, and would highly recommend Richard and his team to anyone considering selling property in Hamilton.

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Richard's properties

Richard has 15 properties for sale and sold 69 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldNov 13, 2026
Price not available
17 Northbrook Gln
Flagstaff Waikato
4
2
2
Other
For Sale
Asking price $669,000
144 Clarkin Road
Fairfield Waikato
2
1
2
Other
For Sale
Asking price $719,000
1B Charlemont Street
Whitiora Waikato
3
2
Other
For Sale
Asking price $869,000
25 Charles Crescent
Beerescourt Waikato
3
1
2
Other
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Richard's sold properties

Richard has sold 69 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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17 Northbrook Gln, Flagstaff, Waikato
17 Northbrook Gln
Flagstaff Waikato
4
2
2
OtherUndisclosed PriceNov 13, 2026
29A Wymer Terrace, Chartwell, Waikato
29A Wymer Terrace
Chartwell Waikato
3
1
1
Other$630,000Nov 3, 2026
5 Egmont Street, Chartwell, Waikato
5 Egmont Street
Chartwell Waikato
4
2
2
Other$800,000Oct 29, 2026
29 Keston Crescent, Flagstaff, Waikato
29 Keston Crescent
Flagstaff Waikato
3
2
2
OtherUndisclosed PriceOct 27, 2026

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