Following in the successful real estate footsteps of both her father and grandfather, Gretchen has built an outstanding reputation as one of Hawke's Bay's leading residential and lifestyle salespeople. After relocating from Arrowtown more than 25 years ago, she gained extensive experience in wine marketing before owning and operating a successful clothing business for a decade. Since entering real estate in 2014, Gretchen has consistently delivered exceptional results through her extensive networks, strategic marketing expertise, comprehensive local knowledge, and commitment to providing honest advice and outstanding service throughout every stage of the property journey.
With a proven track record across luxury property, family residences, lifestyle holdings, apartments, and townhouses, Gretchen has successfully represented homeowners at every level of the market.
Gretchen's achievements place her among the top performers within Bayleys nationwide. She is a multiple-time recipient of the Top 5% Bayleys Salespeople award and a member of the prestigious $400 Million Club. In 2025/2026, she was recognised as the #1 Residential Salesperson for Bayleys Eastern Realty and awarded #1 High Performance Team of the Year across Bayleys New Zealand. Supported by an experienced team with Sales Associate Erin Lambert, Campaign Managers Flick Salmon and Rachel Willis, and Marketing and Digital Content Coordinator Kelly Simmonds. Gretchen and her team are known for delivering a seamless, highly personalised experience while achieving exceptional outcomes for their clients.
Now let Gretchen achieve an exceptional result for you.
Gretchen Paape - Awarded
- Number 1 Residential Salesperson Bayleys Eastern Realty 2025/2026
- Number 1 High Performance Team of the Year Nationwide- 2025/2026
- $400 Million Dollar Club (Awarded 2025)
- Top 5% Bayleys Agents Nationwide - 2019/20, 2020/21, 2021/22, 2023/24, 2024/25, 2025/26
- Awarded Bayleys Top Achiever - 2019/20, 2020/21, 2021/22, 2023/24, 2024/25, 2025/26
- Number 1 Salesperson Bayleys Havelock North - 2016/17, 2017/18, 2018/19, 2019/20, 2020/21, 2023/24, 2024/25
- Number 1 Salesperson Overall Bayleys Eastern Realty - 2017/18, 2019/20, 2020/21, 2021/22, 2023/24
- Winning Pitch and Marketing Excellence - 2023/24
- VMI Award - 2023/24
- Top Auction Agent Bayleys Eastern Realty – 2021/22, 2022/23
- Top 10% Bayleys Agent Nationwide - 2018/2019, 2022/23
- Awarded Bayleys High Achiever - 2018/19, 2022/23