Max John Collinson-Smith

Max John Collinson-Smith

Sales Consultant / Licensed Real Estate Agent at Harcourts Grenadier Halswell
  •   5   (33 reviews)

Max's sales performance at a glance

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

14
Reviews
29
Median days on market
1
Properties for sale
8
Sold properties
$591k
Average sale price
$4.7m
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 Max

Before I ever sold a home for someone else, I had to sell my own. It wasn’t an upgrade or a move to something bigger. I was selling because I had to. Before real estate, I followed my entrepreneurial side and built an IT start-up. It didn’t go to plan, and the financial pressure that followed eventually led to the incredibly difficult decision to sell my home. That experience changed the way I see property. A home is rarely just an asset. It’s your security, your memories and the plans you’ve made for the future. Selling can be exciting, but it can also mean closing a chapter you weren’t ready to end. I know what it feels like to be on that side of the process. It’s a big part of why I chose real estate and why I’ve never wanted to be just another real estate agent. I believe doing things differently matters. I’m prepared to challenge the traditional approach, question what everyone else is doing and find a better way when I believe one exists. For my clients, that means bringing energy, strategy and creativity to every property. It means creating marketing designed to genuinely capture attention, being open to bold ideas, and sometimes simply rolling up my sleeves and doing whatever I can to help get a property ready for market. Being different for the sake of being different isn’t the goal. The goal is to get people talking, get buyers through the door and give your property every opportunity to achieve an exceptional result. I’m proud to have received more than 30 five-star testimonials from buyers and sellers who have experienced my approach for themselves. I’m Max John. I believe real estate can be bold, different and deeply personal.

Max's reviews

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Max has 33 reviewsacross 23 different locations, showing 6.
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Seller review
Max John: different real estate really matters
17 days ago
Max John: different real estate really matters

When we reached out Max for the sale of our property, he immediately sprung to action by organizing open homes and getting us in contact with a great Lawyer and a great lender. Even when the interest in our property started to wayne, Max kept going strong with the open homes, and reached out to his network of contracts for any referrals from his old clients. He never gived up on us and only thanks to his determination we were finally able to sell. He provided us with great feedback about the many many properties we visited, and was always present whenever we needed him. Thank you Max!!!

Buyer review
Down to earth
18 days ago
Down to earth

We bought our first home with Max, he understood what we wanted and was also frank with us about what we could afford. I appreciate that communication wasn’t overwhelming or thin. Details were at the right place. Cheers Max, thanks for your help.

Buyer review
Professional, Genuine, and Someone You Can Truly Trust
3 months ago
Professional, Genuine, and Someone You Can Truly Trust

Working with Max was such a positive experience. From the very beginning, he made what could have been a stressful process feel manageable and straightforward. He communicated clearly throughout, always keeping me updated and taking the time to answer any questions I had, no matter how small. What really stood out to me was how genuine and approachable he is. Max is easy-going, friendly, and down-to-earth, yet always professional. He has a real depth of knowledge and confidence in what he does, and I always felt I was in capable hands. I never felt like just another client. Max genuinely cared about helping me achieve the best outcome, and his support and guidance made all the difference. I'm incredibly grateful for everything he did and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a real estate agent they can truly trust.

Seller review
Friendly efficiency done with style.
6 months ago
Friendly efficiency done with style.

Max is very approachable. In the initial assessment he was honest without being judgemental and throughout the process was supportive and responsive. He gave clear guidance for work to be done prior to the first open homes and he presented our home positively to each potential purchaser. His marketing package, particularly the video, was excellent. At all times he went above and beyond expected to ensure we had a good experience in this stressful process. Overall, Max is a talented salesperson and a thoroughly nice man. We highly recommend this seller to be your agent for your next sale. We would also like to mention Bridgette, who was our auctioneer and starred in the video with Max. She is extremely skilled, also friendly and inspired confidence in us to gain an excellent result on the day. Honorable mention for the photographer/videographer, excellent job done, thank you (the quiet hero of house sales). Also for Naushad who took the open homes while Max was away for a few days. His communication and feedback were also great. Well done and thank you to all of you.

Seller review
Patience of a Saint
6 months ago
Patience of a Saint

We first met Max John at an open home he was holding for another colleague. We were possibly only window shopping at the time but he projected a warming professional attitude and was very comfortable to talk with. Months later when we thought it was time to sell my house, we had kept Max John in mind and thought he would be a good option to sell with. Great choice actually. We weren’t ready to sell as it seemed. Max John steered us in the right direction though. With good advice and recommendations, we finally got it ready for sale. 9 months passed from our original meeting on selling the house, no pressure, just advice and support. There was one more hurdle to overcome. We had bought a new home in that time. With the old home void of any furnishings, Max John stepped up to the plate. Max John devised a sale plan, staged the house for us and put it to market on a deadline sale. The house looked great. Through Max John’s efforts and support, we achieved a very successful sale. A huge thank you from us both. Scott and Fran

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Max's properties

Max has 1 property for sale and sold 8 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldOct 27, 2026
Price not available
4/324 Worcester Street
Linwood Canterbury
3
1
2
Townhouse
SoldOct 14, 2026
$530,000
1/20 Hume Street
Sydenham Canterbury
2
1
Townhouse
For Sale
Now Priced $570,000
1/210 Centaurus Road
Saint Martins Canterbury
1
1
House
SoldJun 26, 2026
Price not available
6/124 Lonsdale Street
New Brighton Canterbury
3
2
Townhouse
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Max's sold properties

Max has sold 8 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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4/324 Worcester Street, Linwood, Canterbury
4/324 Worcester Street
Linwood Canterbury
3
1
2
TownhouseUndisclosed PriceOct 27, 2026
1/20 Hume Street, Sydenham, Canterbury
1/20 Hume Street
Sydenham Canterbury
2
1
Townhouse$530,000Oct 14, 2026
6/124 Lonsdale Street
New Brighton Canterbury
3
2
TownhouseUndisclosed PriceJun 26, 2026
38 Queen Street, Rangiora, Canterbury
38 Queen Street
Rangiora Canterbury
3
1
2
HouseUndisclosed PriceMay 13, 2026

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