Scott McElhinney

Scott McElhinney

Licensed Real Estate Agent at Barfoot & Thompson - Pukekohe
  •   4.9   (158 reviews)

Scott's sales performance at a glance

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

18
Reviews
61
Median days on market
29
Properties for sale
36
Sold properties
$462k
Average sale price
$16.2m
Total sales value

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About Scott

Rural/Lifestyle Salesperson of the Year, to end 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020,2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
 #1 Rural/Lifestyle Salesperson, to end March 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 
Top Salesperson, Pukekohe Branch, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025. #1 Sales Partnership, South Auckland Region, to end March 2025 Raised in the heart of Franklin, Scott McElhinney has an authentic connection to the area and a genuine passion for its people and property. Scott began his real estate career in Australia before returning home, and over the past 18 years, he has built a reputation as a leading authority in lifestyle and rural luxury high-end properties. Recognised as a master negotiator, Scott has cultivated an extensive network of clients and buyers in the luxury lifestyle market, consistently delivering exceptional results. Combined with his experience and in-depth understanding of Franklin’s growth and ever-changing property market, this expertise has seen him recognised as a multi award winner including the number one Rural and Lifestyle Salesperson at Barfoot & Thompson for an extraordinary 12 consecutive years. With more than $1.25+ billion in sales, Scott’s results speak for themselves. His success is built not only on performance, but on strong and lasting relationships. Working alongside his Luxury Lifestyle Team, including Ruby McPherson, Desley Staveley, Jenni Cowell, and Gemma Shorter, Scott provides informed advice, consistent communication, and personalised service at every stage of the process. Scott and his team understand that every property has its own story and its own ideal buyer. No two campaigns are the same. Each is tailored to the home’s unique character, highlighting what makes it special and connecting it with the right audience. By combining the latest real estate technology with carefully chosen marketing strategies and always evolving with the market, the team continually adapts their approach to ensure clients remain ahead of the curve. Grounded in strong results, expert negotiation skills, and genuine client care, Scott and The Luxury Lifestyle Team bring experience, integrity, and professionalism to every real estate journey, making every sale a remarkable success.

Scott's reviews

  4.9  
Scott has 158 reviewsacross 33 different locations, showing 6.
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Scott's qualities as told by our client reviews: honest, well-prepared, strategic, reliable, responsive, clear communication, local expert.
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   Honest and Professional Throughout
3 months ago
Honest and Professional Throughout

We had a really good experience working with Scott to sell our first home. As first-time sellers, there was a lot we didn’t know about the process, but Scott was always approachable and happy to answer questions, even when we weren’t sure if they were silly questions. His communication was generally prompt, professional and detailed, and after each open home he would keep us updated with numbers through the door and feedback from buyers. The market was challenging and the negotiation process wasn’t always easy, but Scott remained professional and honest throughout. We never felt pressured into accepting an offer and appreciated that he was upfront with us. We were also very impressed with the wider team. Everyone we dealt with was easy to work with and the whole campaign ran smoothly. Scott was very upfront about advertising costs and what he felt was worthwhile, and his recommendation for our home staging worked out really well. Overall, we found Scott professional, honest and easy to deal with. Selling a house for the first time can be a pretty daunting process, but we always felt we could contact him when we needed to. We’d be happy to use Scott again in the future.

Seller review
Strong work ethic.
5 months ago
Strong work ethic.

A good agent with a good knowledge of property values in the area.

Seller review
Absolutely first class
5 months ago
Absolutely first class

Wow! Scott is a top notch agent and is an absolute gem. Very professional and has a great support team. Communication has been very easy and answers all questions. Very direct honest communication. Thank you Scott for everything you have done.

Seller review
Scott and the team presented an outstanding sales campaign.
6 months ago
Scott and the team presented an outstanding sales campaign.

We recently listed our property with Scott McElhinney and team with Barfoot & Thompson - Pukekohe for an auction campaign. Scott and the team presented an outstanding campaign. Scott himself was professional in all aspects of the promotion. His straight forward communication and presentation was simply the best. He was positive all the way and said "there is a buyer out there - we will make it work" He was right - we sold at auction. My wife and I have been around dealing with property over a number of years. This was the best experience we have had with a real estate firm and agents ever. Thanks Scott and the team Barfoot & Thompson - Pukekohe

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Scott's properties

Scott has 29 properties for sale and sold 36 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldNov 11, 2026
Price not available
318 Settlement Road
Puni Waikato
Rural
For Sale
Price not available
13 Suzanna Lane
Paerata Auckland
4
2
3
Rural
For Sale
Price not available
376 Tuhimata Road
Paerata Auckland
5
2
3
Rural
SoldOct 28, 2026
Price not available
415 Settlement Road
Puni Waikato
Rural
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Scott's sold properties

Scott has sold 36 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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318 Settlement Road, Puni, Waikato
318 Settlement Road
Puni Waikato
RuralUndisclosed PriceNov 11, 2026
415 Settlement Road, Puni, Waikato
415 Settlement Road
Puni Waikato
RuralUndisclosed PriceOct 28, 2026
39 Grace James Road, Pukekohe, Auckland
39 Grace James Road
Pukekohe Auckland
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RuralUndisclosed PriceOct 13, 2026
425 Tuhimata Road, Paerata, Auckland
425 Tuhimata Road
Paerata Auckland
RuralUndisclosed PriceSep 23, 2026

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