Shelly Rakatau

Shelly Rakatau

  •   5   (13 reviews)

About Shelly

Born and raised in Wellington, I’ve proudly called Hawke’s Bay home since 2005. It’s a region I’ve grown to love for its strong sense of community, relaxed lifestyle, and of course, its beautiful homes. With more than 30 years of experience in Property Law — including 19 years working right here in Hawke’s Bay — I bring a deep understanding of the property process from both a legal and practical perspective. This background allows me to offer my clients a truly comprehensive service, combining professional expertise with genuine care. I’m passionate about helping people achieve their property goals. Whether it’s guiding first-time buyers, supporting families as they upsize or downsize, or assisting investors in building their portfolio, I take pride in making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. My legal experience means I can not only assist at the front end of your property journey but also help you navigate the post-contract process with confidence and clarity. My approach is grounded in integrity, reliability, and sincerity — values that have always guided both my professional career and personal relationships. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply exploring your options, I’m here to provide trusted guidance and support every step of the way. Get in touch today — I’d love to help you take your next step in property.

Shelly's reviews

  5  
Shelly has 13 reviewsacross 7 different locations, showing 6.
Review Shelly
Buyer review
Ten out of Ten
21 days ago
Ten out of Ten

I had a great experience buying my home with my Property Brokers agent. She was friendly, approachable, and kept me informed every step of the way. Her communication was excellent, and she always took the time to explain things clearly and make sure I understood the process. She made what could have been a stressful experience feel much easier. I really appreciate all her help and would happily recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home.

Seller review
10/10 Shelly is your person
about 1 month ago
10/10 Shelly is your person

The decision to sell our home was an exciting yet overwhelming decision, and Shelly made it a positive experience from start to finish. She was patient and took the time to answer our questions and guide us through every step of the process. But what stood out the most for us was her honesty and transparency. I knew Shelly before listing, and I know she simply can’t be anything but honest. She gave us straightforward advice, kept us informed, and made sure we understood our options, which gave us complete confidence throughout the sale. Her professionalism, communication, care and market knowledge made what could have been a stressful experience so much easier. We always felt like she had our best interests at heart. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Shelly to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. If you’re after someone who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and truly cares about her clients, Shelly is your person.

Seller review
Ten out of Ten
3 months ago
Ten out of Ten

We had a great feeling about Shelly from meeting her at an open home earlier in the year. It was an easy decision to contact her when we decided to sell. Shelly made things easy from day 1. She is relaxed and no pressure but she also knows exactly what she’s doing and gave us great advice. We felt completely at easy heading off on holiday and leaving our open homes in her hands. She was very easy to approach with all our range of question's and always kept us in the loop. It honestly felt like a friend selling our home. We wouldn’t hesitate to use her services again.

Seller review
Great work
4 months ago
Great work

Shelly did a good job managing the sale of my rental property. She was easy to deal with, kept me informed, and handled everything efficiently. The process went smoothly, and I felt confident things were taken care of.

Buyer review
Great Service and Total Confidence Throughout the Process
5 months ago
Great Service and Total Confidence Throughout the Process

I recently purchase a property that Shelly was marketing. From the beginning her communication was incredibly fast and reliable. Shelly made the process smooth and stress-free due to her professionalism, market knowledge and calm guidance. Highly recommend Shelly!

Seller review
It was the best decision that I made to choose Shelly Rakatau as my agent.
5 months ago
It was the best decision that I made to choose Shelly Rakatau as my agent.

She was so organised and motivated and always went the extra mile. Her communication was excellent throughout the process and she was very dedicated. Shelly and the Property Brokers team sold my house very quickly and the outcome exceeded my expectations. I would recommend Shelly to anyone who is selling their home, she is very knowledgeable and will do everything she can to get a great result for you.

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Shelly's properties

Shelly has sold 18 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldJun 18, 2026
SoldMay 7, 2026
SoldMay 6, 2026
$700,000
165 School Road
Clive Hawke's Bay
1
1
Semi-Rural
SoldMay 5, 2026
$1,100,000
28 Pitt Street
Clive Hawke's Bay
3
1
House
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