Michael Hinds

Michael Hinds

  •   5   (268 reviews)

Michael's sales performance at a glance

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

70
Reviews
26
Median days on market
18
Properties for sale
40
Sold properties
$739k
Average sale price
$29.3m
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.

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    Recognised for being in the Top 20% for customer satisfaction.

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    Consistently meets client expectations for property purchase price.

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    Recognised for going above & beyond for their clients.

Michael's customer service awards

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  • National Top 100New Zealand
  • Region Top 5Wellington
  • Suburb WinnerJohnsonville
  • Suburb WinnerKhandallah
  • 3x National Top 100New Zealand - 2026, 2025, 2024
  • 2x Suburb WinnerKhandallah - 2026, 2025

About Michael

Wellington City's Individual Agent of the Year - 2026. Wellington City's most reviewed agent in the last 12 months. A Top 50 NZ Agent - 2025. No.1 Agent at Just Paterson - 2023, 2024 & 2025. No.1 Agent in Khandallah - 2025. A Top 100 NZ Agent - 2024. Rate My Agent Nationwide Finalist - 2022 & 2023. Meet Michael Hinds, who with over 245 five-star reviews to his name, is trusted by Vendors time and time again with the best-fit strategy, marketing and social media approach, skilful negotiating and settling of what is often their most valuable asset. Prior to joining Just Paterson, Michael was highly successful in the education sector; his most recent position being the Principal of St Benedict’s School in Khandallah. Michael is an agent whose attention to detail, professionalism, exceptional negotiation skills, and steadfast commitment to consistently go the extra mile for his clients, ensure he provides a 'best in class' service. Michael makes the sale and purchase process simple and stress-free. Local Knowledge, Genuine, Effective Communicator: A born and bred local, Michael is well connected and knows Wellington city like the back of his hand. A genuine people person, Michael’s greatest strengths lie in his ability to connect naturally with others, communicate effectively and read situations with ease. What Drives Michael?: Honesty and integrity, a relentless work ethic and an unrivalled commitment to serving others, all combine seamlessly to ensure satisfied vendors and purchasers alike, continually reconnect with Michael. Family and Community Service: Along with being a committed family man to his wife and children, Michael thrives in giving back to the community. He is often seen on the football fields around Wellington refereeing football matches. He’s also an active member of North Wellington Football Club, and enjoys sponsoring events and teams in the community, and helping under privileged children learn to read. Whether selling or buying, give Michael a call. It is always reassuring for Vendors and Purchasers to know that they are dealing with Wellington City's top individual agent as recognised by Rate My Agent.

Michael's reviews

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Michael has 268 reviewsacross 44 different locations, showing 6.
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Michael's qualities as told by our client reviews: dedicated, friendly, responsive, honest, supportive, local expert, clear communication.
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Seller review
Michael is an expert. He is very good in what he does.
1 day ago
Michael is an expert. He is very good in what he does.

Michael is highly methodical throughout the entire process. He communicates clearly, explains each step well, and ensures everything is handled in a timely manner. This makes the experience completely stress-free on our end, as he is organised, reliable, and consistent every step of the way. Despite the challenges of the Wellington market, Michael delivers outstanding results. He is genuine in his approach and tailors his strategies to achieve the best possible outcome. His down-to-earth nature is a plus! I highly recommend Michael and his team for any of your property needs.

Seller review
Excellent agent and team
5 days ago
Excellent agent and team

Michael and his team provided an efficient, well-coordinated service characterized by clear communication and a genuinely collaborative approach. They prioritized shared decision-making, ensuring every step was discussed and agreed upon. Their willingness to go the extra mile made the entire process seamless. I highly recommend them for their professional, balanced, and highly organised approach to real estate.

Buyer review
Excellent every step of the way
6 days ago
Excellent every step of the way

From our first interactions with Michael at the open home we attended he was welcoming, friendly and easy to talk to. His guidance and knowledge throughout the process of preparing an offer for the deadline sale was extremely helpful and there was excellent communication from him every step of the way. Keeping us updated and responding to our questions promptly, always had us feeling reassured. We would 100% recommend Michael and the team to anyone looking to buy or sell. They were an absolute pleasure and truly care about the people they are working with.

Seller review
Excellent communication and a seamless process.
7 days ago
Excellent communication and a seamless process.

Michael was easy to work with. Clear communication and a great sense of humor. He showed comprehensive knowledge of the market conditions and we set a competitive and realistic price. This resulted in a successful offer within ten days. Highly professional, respectful and cheerful. Would highly recommend to any person wanting to sell or buy.

Buyer review
We Wouldn’t Have Bought Our Home Without Him
7 days ago
We Wouldn’t Have Bought Our Home Without Him

We honestly can’t recommend Michael Hinds and his team highly enough. From start to finish he was incredibly thorough, patient, and supportive, always taking the time to explain everything clearly and guide us through the process. What stood out most was how much it felt like he was genuinely working for us and had our best interests at heart throughout the entire journey. We never felt pressured or left unsure about anything. I can say with complete honesty that we would not have bought our new home without him. His communication, knowledge, and dedication made all the difference, and we’re so grateful for all of his help.

Buyer review
Excellent
7 days ago
Excellent

Working with Michael and the team was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. As a first home buyer, the whole process felt overwhelming at first, but they made everything so easy to understand and were always happy to answer my questions along the way. What really stood out to me was the genuine care and thoughtfulness they showed throughout the entire journey. They truly took the time to make sure I felt comfortable, informed, and supported every step of the way. Their kindness, patience, and reassurance made such a big difference during such an important milestone in my life. Their communication, professionalism, and support made buying my property a smooth and stress-free experience. It was a real pleasure working with Michael and the team, and I’m so grateful for all their help. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy a home, especially first home buyers.

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Michael's properties

Michael has 18 properties for sale and sold 40 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

For Sale
SoldMay 12, 2026
Price not available
13 John Burke Drive
Aotea Wellington
House
For Sale
Deadline Sale
81 Mairangi Rd
Wadestown Wellington
3
1
House
For Sale
Tender
91 Westchester Drive
Churton Park Wellington
4
3
2
House
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Michael's sold properties

Michael has sold 40 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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13 John Burke Drive, Aotea, Wellington
13 John Burke Drive
Aotea Wellington
HouseUndisclosed PriceMay 12, 2026
104 Sidlaw Street, Strathmore Park, Wellington
104 Sidlaw Street
Strathmore Park Wellington
3
1
HouseUndisclosed PriceMay 4, 2026
104/181 Tasman Street, Mount Cook, Wellington
104/181 Tasman Street
Mount Cook Wellington
2
1
1
ApartmentUndisclosed PriceApr 29, 2026
35 Antrim Crescent, Wainuiomata, Wellington
35 Antrim Crescent
Wainuiomata Wellington
3
1
1
HouseUndisclosed PriceApr 16, 2026

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