Brown Owl, Wellington is home to 28 active real estate agents and 14 active real estate agencies. There are 2 agents who are known for their trustworthiness, and 18 agents known for being pricing experts.
Over the past 12 months there have been 23 active and sold properties, with 18 reviews in total. This is a 4% decrease compared to the previous 12 months.
Buyer Review • 2 days ago

Above and Beyond Through a Challenging Simultaneous Sale and Purchase. Lorraine did an outstanding job helping us both purchase a property and sell a property simultaneously, which was a very challenging process. We could not sell one property unless we secured the other, so timing and coordination were critical throughout. To make matters even more stressful, the building inspections on both properties uncovered issues we were completely unaware of. Despite all the obstacles and uncertainty along the way, Lorraine remained calm, professional, and persistent, guiding us through every step of the process. Against all odds, we got there in the end, and we are extremely grateful for Lorraine’s hard work, communication, and determination. We would highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling property.
Luke excelled in securing us our forever home. We were nervous about the auction process but he took lead and got the best possible result and price!
Seller Review • 3 months ago

Tommy was fantastic to work with throughout our sales campaign. He kept us fully informed at every stage, communicating progress and new developments clearly and promptly. His calm, reassuring manner made the process seem stress-free, and he established genuine connections with potential buyers. We really appreciated his professionalism and friendly guidance from start to finish.
Ashlee was down to earth and realistic in the way she sold our house. She thought about who would be interested in our house and found them. No fuss, just got it done. I would hire Ashlee again and highly recommend her to any one wishing to sell their home.
Brian made the whole process simple, great communication and a pleasure to deal with.
Ashlee was the most lovely person to deal with.she totally understand my situation and needs she was always so bright happy and professional it was a pleasure to have her as my agent and would recommend her to anyone. Beautiful lady
Kia Ora Ashlee was amazing to work with during our first home purchase. She explained everything clearly and made sure we truly understood each step. She reminded us that buying a home is a big investment, and always encouraged us to take our time and feel comfortable with our decisions. She was friendly, easy to work with, and never pushy or rushed us in any way. We felt supported, informed, and completely at ease throughout the whole process thanks to her. We wish her all the best in her future in real estate. Ngā mihi nui ki a koe Ashlee,
Buyer Review • 7 months ago

Manpreet went above and beyond to help us find our dream home! They were patient, understanding, and truly cared about what we wanted. Their communication was excellent, and we felt supported every step of the way. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Thank you for everything! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
From start to finish, my experience working with Vivek Sakhun was nothing short of amazing. As first-time homebuyers, we were nervous about the process, but Vivek made everything so much easier. He took the time to understand our needs, preferences, and budget, and were incredibly patient with us as we navigated the market. What stood out most was his deep knowledge of the local market and his honest advice. He guided us through every step, from finding the right home to negotiating the best deal. His communication was prompt, clear, and always professional, making us feel supported at every stage. We never felt pressured to make a decision, and it was clear that Vivek genuinely had our best interests at heart. Thanks to his expertise, we found our dream home and closed on it seamlessly. I highly recommend Vivek Sakhun to anyone looking for a dedicated, trustworthy, and highly skilled real estate agent. We couldn’t be happier with the experience!
Justine had great knowledge of local market and was very easy to work with. She helped us into our first home.
91% of sellers reported being happy with their sale price in the last 12 months.
The median sales price for houses is down by 5% YoY making it a great time for buyers.
18 agents have earned the Price Expert badge - reflecting their ability to achieve a price that meets or exceeds their clients expectations.
Price and performance data by property type for Brown Owl.
The median sale price for houses in Brown Owl is $757.5k over the last 12 months. The number of houses sold has decreased by 17% over the last 12 months.
Brown Owl stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.
This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 11 reviews in Brown Owl over the last 12 months.
Over the 12 months Harcourts Upper Hutt (Team Group Realty Ltd) have sold 8 properties, which accounts for 38% of the property sales in Brown Owl. This is followed by Bayleys Upper Hutt (Bayleys Realty Group Ltd) with 4 property sales (19%) and Tall Poppy Real Estate - Wellington Region at 3 property sales (14%).

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