Richard Knights

Richard Knights

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Licensee at LJ Hooker Dunedin
  •   5   (68 reviews)

Richard's sales performance at a glance

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

19
Reviews
37
Median days on market
2
Properties for sale
16
Sold properties
$569k
Average sale price
$9.1m
Total sales value

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About Richard

Originally from the UK, Richard and his family moved to New Zealand and Dunedin in 2010 and they are immensely proud to call the best little city in New Zealand home. Since arriving here, Richard, his wife, kids and grandkids have spent a wealth of time exploring Dunedin, and the wider South Island, and he has seen his interest in the property market, and the amazing diversity of properties available, grow with each passing year. Real Estate has always been a passion and something that Richard felt he had the required skill set for and he now brings 25+ years of customer service, sales and marketing experience from around the globe to his new chosen career. Previous to real estate, Richard had senior and management roles throughout the recruitment, media and IT industries, even running his own business back in the UK and knows what it takes to deliver exemplary levels of service to his customers. He has a proven track record of success within high value sales, the cornerstone of which comes from the way he always conducts himself with honesty and integrity. His clients trust him unequivocally to deliver the absolute best possible outcome for them at all times. With a passion for property and a desire to deliver outstanding outcomes for his clients, employing Richard is a guarantee of a professional and tailored experience when it comes to buying or selling your next property. If you’re looking to get the very best from your next property transaction, then it’s time to pick up the phone and call Richard on 027 577 3594, or drop him a line on richardk@ljhdunedin.co.nz He’s waiting to hear from you!

Richard's reviews

  5  
Richard has 68 reviewsacross 25 different locations, showing 6.
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Richard's qualities as told by our client reviews: supportive, well-prepared, honest, friendly, responsive, local expert, clear communication.
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Seller review
Clarity and Compassion
2 days ago
Clarity and Compassion

Selling a family home can be an emotional experience and this was amplified for us by a recent bereavement. Richard understood this and continued to communicate clearly and listen kindly throughout the process. At no point were we in the dark about what was to happen next or what outcomes we might expect. Richard also advised how we could approach the challenges the property presented and what a potential buyer might wish to see. When auction day came and through the subsequent negotiations, were always felt well-informed and well represented. Richard’s positive spirit, clarity of communication and warmth have left a lasting impression.

Seller review
Excellent agent from beginning to end
2 months ago
Excellent agent from beginning to end

Richard was a huge help in selling my dad’s house. He knew exactly what to do and I did not have to worry about anything . I would thoroughly recommend him to anyone. He managed to sell very quickly which shows how good he is with people.

Seller review
Dream Home Accomplished! Thanks Richard!
3 months ago
Dream Home Accomplished! Thanks Richard!

Richard helped us to sell over the tricky Christmas and New Year period, in an area where sales were slow. He kept in amazing communication throughout the process - including pep talks when things were stressful! He was a wealth of knowledge in both the selling and the buying aspects of the journey, and we will be forever grateful for what he has done for us. If you are looking for a personable, professional and caring agent who's clued up and honest - Richard is your guy!

Seller review
Fantastic Real Estate agent
5 months ago
Fantastic Real Estate agent

We had a fantastic experience working with Richard on the sale of our home on Ipswich Street. From the outset, he was professional, trustworthy, and consistently reliable. What really stood out was his ability to explain the market and the selling process in a clear, straightforward way, which made everything feel far less overwhelming and easy to understand. He communicated openly and honestly at every stage, kept us well informed, and was always available to answer questions, no matter how small. His advice was thoughtful and well considered, and we always felt he had our best interests at heart. We felt supported and confident throughout the sale, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for an agent who is knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely invested in achieving a great outcome.

Buyer review
Amazing and helpful
6 months ago
Amazing and helpful

Richard was great to deal with. Great communication, fast response to questions and very helpful.

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Richard's properties

Richard has 2 properties for sale and sold 16 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldApr 23, 2026
Price not available
576 Brighton Road
Westwood Otago
3
1
2
House
For Sale
Auction
360 Kaikorai Valley Rd
Bradford Otago
4
2
5
House
SoldApr 19, 2026
Price not available
8 Helensbrook Road
Milton Otago
3
1
2
House
SoldApr 11, 2026
Price not available
212 McMaster Road
Saddle Hill Otago
3
1
1
House
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Richard's sold properties

Richard has sold 16 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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576 Brighton Road, Westwood, Otago
576 Brighton Road
Westwood Otago
3
1
2
HouseUndisclosed PriceApr 23, 2026
8 Helensbrook Road, Milton, Otago
8 Helensbrook Road
Milton Otago
3
1
2
HouseUndisclosed PriceApr 19, 2026
212 McMaster Road, Saddle Hill, Otago
212 McMaster Road
Saddle Hill Otago
3
1
1
HouseUndisclosed PriceApr 11, 2026
36 Duckworth Street, Andersons Bay, Otago
36 Duckworth Street
Andersons Bay Otago
2
1
1
HouseUndisclosed PriceMar 10, 2026

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