Ben Tippen

Ben Tippen

Licensed Real Estate Agent at Arizto
Salesperson: 20159148
  •   5   (19 reviews)

About Ben

Born and raised in Christchurch, Ben brings a unique perspective to the local real estate market. As a father of two girls, he understands the importance of finding the perfect home to raise a family. With a background as a qualified carpenter, Ben possesses an eye for detail and a deep understanding of what makes a property truly special. Ben is committed to providing outstanding service and building strong relationships with his clients. Whether you're a first-time buyer or an experienced investor, Ben has the knowledge and expertise to guide you through the process with ease. His passion for property and commitment to excellence make him the perfect choice whether its buying or selling your home. If you're looking for a fresh perspective and a dedicated agent who truly understands what makes a property stand out, reach out to Ben today for a consultation.

Ben's reviews

  5  
Ben has 19 reviewsacross 15 different locations, showing 6.
Review Ben
4 months ago
Great Experience

Ben has been genuine and very helpful during our whole experience. His communication was on point. Would recommend!

4 months ago
Fantastic!

We were referred to Ben through our bank's mortgage manger after pre-approval. Ben was very easy to contact and set up a meeting with us quickly. He listened to us and what we were looking for. We left the first meeting already organised to view a property. This property was our first viewing, and we decided to see what else was within our price range to gauge the market. Ben set up some open home visits and went out of his way to attend open homes that we found. Throughout the process he was extremely helpful and gave great insights into the properties we viewed. He always took our kids into consideration when organising viewing times. In the end, we settled on the first property and Ben was a great liaison between us and the seller. He was invaluable during the going conditional process, and I greatly appreciated his input and advise. Nothing was too much of a hassle and the whole process followed clear timelines. Ben worked smoothly with the bank, solicitors and the sellers. He was great at keeping us informed about any changes and basically made the process hassle-free. In all, the whole process from getting the mortgage approval through to moving into our first home took just under three months. I personally credit Ben, his skills and professional networks for being a major factor in achieve this timeframe. Ben is a genuine, honest and professional agent and my family really enjoyed dealing with him. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy a property. I have already passed his contact details to several friends and colleagues who are looking to buy and sell. He is a true asset to the industry and I wish continued success as I believe he is the standard that other agents should be measured against. Thank you for all your help mate!

4 months ago
Excellent Agent

Ben was extremely knowledgeable of how the current market was moving to help us come to an agreeable sales marketing plan. Due to private circumstances for the house having to be sold, Ben was very respectful, kind and caring, and kept the communication open and positive. The house was sold within 3 weeks, with the deadline sale brought forward. If you are selling or buying, I fully recommend Ben for your real estate needs.

4 months ago
Exceeded our expectations, so knowledgeable and helpful.

Ben assisted my husband and I selling our first home and exceeded our expectations during selling process. Ben was knowledgeable, very proactive and a great communicator. Ben walked us through every step of the process and provided a great level of comfort. We would highly recommend Ben to anyone selling or buying.

9 months ago
Fantastic

Fantastic, really fantastic agent. Down to earth and doesn’t pull the wool over your eyes like iv experienced with a lot of other agents. With over 8 years of building experience he knows what is what around a building. Couldn’t recommend more. Will definitely work with him again.

10 months ago
Very helpful, excellent market knowledge and always there to help!

We had an outstanding experience working with Ben as our real estate agent. From the very beginning, Ben was approachable, professional, and genuinely invested in helping us find the right home—not just any home. His calm and friendly demeanor made the entire process feel much less stressful, and he never once came across as pushy or salesy. Instead, he focused entirely on what was best for us. What truly set Ben apart was his deep knowledge of homes and construction. With his background as a builder, he brought a level of insight that we hadn’t experienced with other agents. During open homes, he would point out potential red flags that we would’ve never noticed on our own—things like structural concerns, signs of water damage, or costly renovations hiding behind cosmetic fixes. His experience helped us avoid properties that looked good on the surface but would have been major headaches down the road. Ben was with us every step of the way—from identifying potential houses to negotiating the terms of the sale. He was incredibly responsive and always available to answer our questions, no matter how big or small. We always felt like we had a true advocate in our corner. In the end, thanks to Ben’s guidance and expertise, we found a home that we absolutely love and feel confident about. We’re so grateful for his help and would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. He’s a rare find in the real estate world. Thank you very much, Ben! We really appreciate all your help.

Show all 19 reviews

Ben's properties

Ben has 2 properties for sale and sold 11 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldDec 17, 2025
Price not available
40 Koromiko Street
Saint Martins Canterbury
3
1
2
House
SoldDec 12, 2025
Price not available
4A Mahoe St
Templeton Canterbury
3
2
2
House
SoldNov 20, 2025
Price not available
32 Kinross Street
Hei Hei Canterbury
3
1
2
House
SoldNov 4, 2025
Price not available
61A Peraki Street
Kaiapoi Canterbury
2
1
House
Show all 13 properties
EmailSMS
© 2026 RateMyAgent