Johnny Cleven

Johnny Cleven

Sales & Marketing Consultant / Licensed Real Estate Agent at LJ Hooker Drury
Individual: 10014933
  •   5   (13 reviews)

About Johnny

Be honest, don't be pushy, and treat others the way you would like to be treated yourself. These three points, along with professionalism and knowledge in the real estate field, Johnny feels are very important keys to maintaining a happy and trouble-free median between vendors and purchasers. Johnny was made redundant from his last employment due to a drop-off in the industry, and he decided to put his house on the market and relocate his family to the South Island. After experiencing some of the small things that annoyed him during the marketing of his home, as well as a lack of communication from the agents who were in control of his biggest asset, he decided that if he could work on the things that frustrate vendors when marketing their homes, then he believed he could have a successful career in real estate. Johnny achieved national millionaire sales club status in his first year, which in itself proved he has great product knowledge but also the ability to achieve results. Johnny has now been in real estate for 30 years. What he enjoys best about South Auckland is the wide variety of properties from small investments to family homes and larger lifestyle properties. He also loves the many diversities in cultures, nationalities, and the customs that make South Auckland a great place to live. Johnny has personally been involved in buying, selling, and building property and believes there is nothing like first-hand knowledge of the rewards property can bring. Johnny and his wife of 40 years have two sons and five grandchildren born and raised in South Auckland, so if you're looking for a salesperson with experience, proven results, and great knowledge of the South Auckland market, then give Johnny a call — obligation-free!

Johnny's reviews

  5  
Johnny has 13 reviewsacross 8 different locations, showing 6.
Review Johnny
9 months ago
Outstanding international support and assistance

Johnny was the real estate agent who assisted in the sale of a property in Wattle Downs in mid-2025, throughout a complicated sale. I am based outside of New Zealand without access to the property and there was a significant amount of renovation work required to bring the property to sale. Johnny supported me the entire way through the process, from helping to coordinate quotes from suppliers through to helping sequence the tradespeople to hit our in-market date. He was honest and respectful throughout every interaction and took a genuine interest in the personal situation accompanying the sale. He was accommodating of my location, keeping me updated via messaging, phone calls and emails, and during those periods that I was able to be onsite, met with me in person to plan and strategise. Johnny's greatest asset is his infectious enthusiasm, which he brings to every interaction with every person. Despite a challenging market with multiple properties put up for sale, he was able to garner a moderate degree of interest across several buyers, keeping us up to date on their status and intent. On auction day Johnny had me live on phone so I could listen in to the proceedings, and kept me updated throughout the auction proper, bidding, and final negotiations. I genuinely could not ask for more in an agent partner selling a property, and I wholeheartedly endorse and recommend Johnny as an agent.

over 1 year ago
Best and most professional agent we met and his advice has changed our minds and lives

Johnny helps us to not miss this wonderful house and area. During the whole period, he always considered our situation and provided his suggestions at any time if we needed. His hard work and kind supports encouraged us to choose a better life than we thought before. All information he told us is extremely helpful and even after the business, he is still a great friend for us and is willing to provide his help for us at any time for anything he could. My family including my parents all appreciated his help and we are so excited to move in our first home and be his neighbours. Professional for Wattle downs and Manurewa area because we focused on these areas, haha, and we believe he is the top professional agent for other areas as well.

over 1 year ago
Johnny exceeded every expectation at every turn.

We could not be more complimentary of Johnny. He was honest throughout and set up realistic expectations from the beginning. Johnny was available for any questions and never grew tired. We felt advocated for and he worked hard to meet our deadlines, selling our property in record time. Johnny was able to identify serious buyers and recognised the right deal with the right motivation. Johnny was true to every word. His enthusiasm was infectious. He brought empathy to what it means to sell your home and we felt we were dealing with a friend. Things just felt easier with Johnny at the helm. We rate Johnny as highly as we could in every aspect of selling a property.

over 1 year ago
Great Communication

Me and Jonny worked over the phone 📞 Lots and was a pleasure to work house 🏡 deal 🍻

over 1 year ago
Above and beyond

Amazing. Profesional agent couldn't have asked for better Absalutely knowledable and willing to investigate issues I may not be aware of. Highly recommend him.johnny is the man . Patient, and explained the procedure so I could understand. I would request Johnny again if I needed. very happy.

almost 2 years ago
Excellent Agent

Johnny is a top man and totally professional. He kept me informed every step of the way. Nothing was a problem for him and he was always easy to contact. His marketing of my home was spot on. I wish him all the best for the future.

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Johnny's properties

Johnny has sold 4 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldMay 12, 2026
SoldMay 3, 2026
Price not available
1/5 Duke Street
Papakura Auckland
Other
SoldMar 25, 2026
Price not available
2/49 Russell Road
Manurewa Auckland
Other
SoldAug 23, 2025
Price not available
7A Carnoustie Drive
Wattle Downs Auckland
3
1
2
Townhouse
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