Lana Hughes

Lana Hughes

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Sales Associate at Arizto
  •   5   (19 reviews)

Lana's sales performance at a glance

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

15
Reviews
54
Median days on market
6
Properties for sale
18
Sold properties
$739k
Average sale price
$13.3m
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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About Lana

Kia ora Koutou! With over 13 years of experience in education and senior leadership, Lana brings a wealth of expertise in communication, organisation, and a strong leadership skillset to her career in real estate. Transitioning into the industry marks an exciting new chapter after years of wondering “what if.” Real estate allows Lana to combine her love for working with people with her keen interest in homes, architecture, and interior design. Originally from Dunedin and proud of her Kiwi–Filipino heritage, Lana is now based in the Nelson–Tasman region, where she has built a strong and trusted network within the community. Known for her honesty, warmth, and attention to detail, Lana draws on her background in leadership to build meaningful connections and deliver exceptional service. She believes that the foundation of success in both life and real estate lies in listening and fostering genuine relationships. Lana strives to make the real estate process as smooth and enjoyable as possible, adding a touch of warmth and wit along the way. She understands that buying or selling a home can be both exciting and emotional, and she is committed to walking alongside her clients every step of the way. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply exploring your next move, Lana ensures you feel supported, informed, and confident throughout your journey. Outside of real estate, Lana is a proud mum to two young girls, Mia and Amelie, and wife to Chris. She enjoys staying active at the gym, spending time outdoors, and baking beautiful cakes. Lana is based in the Team Siboni office in Whakatu estate.

Lana's reviews

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Lana has 19 reviewsacross 6 different locations, showing 6.
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Lana's qualities as told by our client reviews: well-prepared, friendly, clear communication.
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Amazing agent who goes above and beyond
15 days ago
Amazing agent who goes above and beyond

We had an exceptional experience working with Lana as first-time homebuyers, and we could not recommend her highly enough. From the very beginning, Lana was incredibly diligent, kind, communicative, and patient. She took the time to walk us through every step of the home-buying process, making what could have been an overwhelming experience feel clear, manageable, and even enjoyable. She was always available to answer our questions, and there was never a question too big or too small for her to take the time to investigate and provide us with a thoughtful, informed answer. What stood out most was how genuinely invested Lana was in helping us. She consistently went above and beyond, making sure we understood our options and felt confident and supported throughout the entire process. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and willingness to go the extra mile made such a positive difference for us. We have truly enjoyed working with Lana and are incredibly grateful to have had her by our side during such an important milestone. If you are looking for a real estate agent who is knowledgeable, responsive, patient, and genuinely cares about her clients, we wholeheartedly recommend Lana. She was fantastic to work with, and we would recommend her to anyone without hesitation. Thank you, Lana!

Buyer review
Lana was fantastic
2 months ago
Lana was fantastic

We dealt with Lana throughout the purchase process and she was always accommodating, transparent and very helpful. She arranged additional viewings outside of open homes for us, gave us advice on the local area and was generally fantastic to deal with!

Seller review
Excellent communication and relationship management.
3 months ago
Excellent communication and relationship management.

Lana was very responsive to our needs for information, both in providing feedback from viewings and open homes, and in replying to our questions and suggestions. Lana had great location awareness about the valley, which was very helpful in connecting potential buyers to our home, and understanding the market relativities in this location. In a subdued market Lana and the Arizto team were able to generate strong interest, a good number of second viewings, and meaningful conversations. Overall, we appreciated the attentive and friendly approach shown by Lana along with her determination and insightful understandings into buyer motivation and intent.

Buyer review
Excellent
3 months ago
Excellent

Buying a house in the same city is stressful enough let alone an entirely different island but Lana made it work! From getting us in for a viewing before it was even on the market, sending us anything we asked for and being available to chat at any time, her assistance in negotiating the agreement was refreshing. She’s even organising the carpet and house cleaning for us before we arrive! Lana’s care, attention, professionalism and drive is second to none.

Buyer review
Great agent all around!
4 months ago
Great agent all around!

Lana was very warm and friendly from the get go. We didn’t feel any pressure from her as first home buyers and she was very accomodating with us throughout the process. Great quick and clear communication who made the whole process feel smooth. Thank you Lana!

Seller review
Excellent communicator who gets results!
4 months ago
Excellent communicator who gets results!

We cannot recommend Lana highly enough! From our very first meeting, she was a phenomenal communicator, keeping us fully informed every step of the way. We were operating within a incredibly tight time frame, but Lana took it all in stride. She worked tirelessly, managing viewings and open homes seamlessly around our busy family life, which made what could have been a stressful process feel completely manageable. Lana is a stellar negotiator. Thanks to her expertise and dedication, she secured the price point and settlement timeline we needed for a successful result. It’s also clear she surrounds herself with excellence; the team of professionals she engaged, from the photographers to the support staff, were all top-tier and contributed to a flawless campaign. If you are looking to sell your property and want an agent who listens, delivers on promises, and genuinely cares about your family's needs, Lana is the perfect choice.

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Lana's properties

Lana has 6 properties for sale and sold 18 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

For Sale
Enquiries over $799,000
12/39 Trafalgar St
The Wood Nelson
2
2
2
Other
For Sale
Enquiries over $499,000
204 Brook Street
The Brook Nelson
3
1
2
Other
For Sale
Deadline sale by 30 Sept
346 Old Coach Rd
Upper Moutere Tasman
4
2
6
Other
SoldSep 10, 2026
Price not available
8 St Johns Drive
Nelson South Nelson
4
1
3
House
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Lana's sold properties

Lana has sold 18 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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8 St Johns Drive, Nelson South, Nelson
8 St Johns Drive
Nelson South Nelson
4
1
3
HouseUndisclosed PriceSep 10, 2026
18a Cawthron Crescent, Annesbrook, Nelson
18a Cawthron Crescent
Annesbrook Nelson
3
1
OtherUndisclosed PriceAug 26, 2026
10 Homer Street, Stoke, Nelson
10 Homer Street
Stoke Nelson
4
2
1
OtherUndisclosed PriceJun 29, 2026
141A Muritai Street, Tahunanui, Nelson
141A Muritai Street
Tahunanui Nelson
3
1
1
HouseUndisclosed PriceJun 18, 2026

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