About Chris Jones.
CONNECTED, EXPERIENCED, PROFESSIONAL
As the Principal and Agent, Chris Jones AREINZ brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for connecting people with their dream properties on stunning Waiheke Island.
With over 15 years of experience in the real estate industry and a resident of Waiheke for 25 years, Chris has established himself as a trusted advisor and advocate for his clients. His commitment to professionalism and integrity is evident in every transaction, whether you are buying your first home, selling a waterfront estate, or investing in prime Waiheke property.
Chris’s dedication to excellence extends beyond the transactional.
He takes pride in understanding the unique desires and needs of each client, ensuring a tailored approach that achieves outstanding results. His
market knowledge and negotiation skills are second to none, making him a formidable ally in the competitive world of real estate.
Outside of real estate, Chris is deeply embedded in the Waiheke community, fostering relationships and contributing to the island’s vibrant culture. His love for the area is infectious, and he takes great pleasure in sharing the island’s beauty and lifestyle with his clients.
When you choose Chris and New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty you’re not just gaining a real estate agent – you’re gaining a partner dedicated to making your property dreams a reality.
Contact Chris today to experience the difference first-hand.
CHRIS JONES
M +64 21 795 194 chris.jones@nzsir.com
What we do.
WE ASSIST YOU IN THE SUCCESSFUL SALE OF YOUR PROPERTY.
This simple statement covers an often challenging and complicated process. Of course the ‘successful sale’ is what’s important. It is a precise service based mindset that only the best real estate minds can deliver consistently.
We use sophisticated systems and technology to make certain your property can gain the most exposure possible. Our comprehensive databases enable us to match buyers with sellers.
DURING OUR TIME TOGETHER OUR RESPONSIBILITIES TO YOU INCLUDE:
• Providing accurate market information
• Pricing and listing your property correctly
• Marketing your property widely and effectively
• Generating enquiry
• Attracting as many potential buyers as possible
• Negotiating the best price for you
• Assisting your sale through to successful settlement
• Keeping you fully informed every step of the way
About the Waiheke office.
Our office is located in Oneroa on beautiful Waiheke Island. Discreetly positioned with customer parking directly out-front, the office is a productive and collaborative place for our agents and staff to work and a welcoming environment for our clients.
Collectively the NZSIR team on Waiheke Island are hugely experienced and with a direct connection to our wider National and Global teams we are uniquely positioned to support our client’s real estate needs.
The Waiheke Office are proud to receive the “Office of the Year 2024 (1-9 Agents)’ award at the New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty National Networking Event in April 2025.
GIANNI NOCERA Sales Associate
JAMIE MCLAUGHLAN Sales Associate
NINA KENNETT Administration Support
FRANCINE SWEET Sales Associate
MICHELLE JONES Co Owner
CHRIS JONES AREINZ - Principal and Agent, Waiheke Island
LISA HOPEWELL Sales Associate
SIMON SMITH Sales Associate
CATHY CAMERON Sales Associate
JOSH KING Sales Associate
SHAKILA BELL Administration Support
The Waiheke market.
A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING OF THE LOCAL MARKET IS CRUCIAL.
The Waiheke Island real estate market includes some of our most expensive and desirable property in Auckland whilst also offering entry level and more affordable options. The Waiheke real estate market differs from other markets in the limited supply of residential property and the ongoing demand to own a home in this unique paradise.
Our agents are uniquely placed to see what’s exceptional about a listing ensuring that every home is represented as one-of-a-kind. With a global network like no other, a unique heritage of storytelling, we see what’s exceptional and tailor what we do to every home. From family homes and baches to waterfront estates.
Because every home is one of a kind.
Case studies.
THE PROPERTY
• 5/8 Victoria Road North, Onetangi
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $7,790.58
THE NUMBERS
• 26 days on the market
• 4082 online views
• Over 3500 EDM opens
• 25 enquiries and visits
THE RESULT
• 2 registered bidders
• 1 active bidder at auction
• SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER $902.5k
THE PROPERTY
• 41A Tiri View Road, Palm Beach
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $9,998.53
THE NUMBERS
• 32 days on the market
• 4135 online views
• Over 5000 EDM opens
• 20 enquiries
THE RESULT
• 3 registered bidders
• 3 active bidders at auction
• SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER $2,405M
Case studies.
THE PROPERTY
• 28 Pacific Parade
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction / By Negotiation
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $9,161.62
THE NUMBERS
• 92 days on the market
• Over 11200 online views
• 9000 EDM opens
• 12 qualified enquiries
THE RESULT
• Passed in at auction
• SOLD BY NEGOTIATION $2,000,000
THE PROPERTY
• 56A Palm Road, Palm Beach
THE CAMPAIGN:
• Method of Sale: Tender
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $10,456.19
THE NUMBERS
• 34 days on the market
• Over 6000 online views
• 6000 EDM opens
• 10 qualified enquiries and visits
THE RESULT
• Two tenders received
• SOLD $3,200,000
THE PROPERTY
• 32 Tiri View Road, Palm Beach
THE CAMPAIGN:
• Method of Sale: Auction / For Sale at $2.650M
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $7,623.07
THE NUMBERS
• 46 days on the market
• Over 6200 online views
• 2500 EDM opens
• 8 open homes
• 33 enquiries and visits
THE RESULT
• Auction cancelled in week 4
• Priced for sale $2,650m
• Under offer within 7 days
• SOLD $2,650M
Case studies.
THE PROPERTY
• 62 Kennedy Point Road Surfdale
THE CAMPAIGN:
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Auction then By Negotiation
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $6,751.19
THE NUMBERS
• 90 days on the market with a previous agency
• 45 days on the market with NZSIR
• Over 4000 online views
• 2000 EDM opens
• 8 open homes
• 40 qualified enquiries and visits
THE RESULT
• Passed on at auction
• Moved to priced for sale
• Under offer within 14 days
• First offer fell, second offer within 14 days
• SOLD $2,750,000
THE PROPERTY
• 9 Lannan Road, Surfdale
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $7,623.07
THE NUMBERS
• 24 days on the market
• Over 4100 online views
• 1350 EDM opens
• 6 open homes
• 11 groups through THE RESULT
• SOLD PRE AUCTION $1,100,000
THE PROPERTY
• 22 Victoria Road South, Onetangi
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $7,000
THE NUMBERS
• 7 days off market preview to our database
• 4 days on the open market
• 800 EDM opens
• 2 qualified enquiries and visits from our database
THE RESULT
• SOLD PRE AUCTION $1,700,000
THE PROPERTY
• 21 Moana Avenue, Surfdale
THE CAMPAIGN
• Previously on the market with two other agencies
• Method of Sale: Auction then converted to By Negotiation
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $6,709.15
THE NUMBERS
• 38 days on the market
• Over 4500 online views
• 1200 EDM opens
• 7 open homes
• 10 qualified enquiries and visits
THE RESULT
• SOLD BY NEGOTIATION $1,550,000
Case studies.
THE PROPERTY
• 33 Victoria Road South
– Pohutukawa House
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: By Negotiation
THE NUMBERS
• Listed on NZSIR website only
• Sent to our database of qualified buyers
THE RESULT
• Several qualified enquiries
• SOLD IN 10 DAYS
THE PROPERTY
• 96 Waiheke Road, Onetangi
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $8,826.15
THE NUMBERS
• 14 days on the market
• Over 5500 online views
• 1200 EDM opens
• 6 open homes
• 20 qualified enquiries and visits
• 2 pre-auction offers
THE RESULT
• 1 pre-auction offer accepted by our vendors
• Auction called forward
• 2 active bidders
• SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER $1,620,000
THE PROPERTY
• 44 Shelly Beach Road, Surfdale
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: By Negotiation
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $7,808
THE NUMBERS
• 51 days on the market
• 7500 online views
• 4000 EDM opens
• 30 plus visits
THE RESULT
• SOLD BY NEGOTIATION $1,400,000
THE
PROPERTY
• 20 Marine View Road, Onetangi
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $9,700
THE NUMBERS
• 41 days on the market
• 11,000 online views
• 2700 EDM opens
• 50 plus visits
THE RESULT
• 3 registered bidders
• Passed in at auction
• Under offer within two hours of the auction
• SOLD UNCONDITIONALLY WITHIN 10 DAYS OF AUCTION $3,810,000
Case studies.
THE PROPERTY
• 32 Ridge Road, Oneroa
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $6,428.65
THE NUMBERS
• 56 days on the market
• Over 4700 online views
• 2600 EDM opens
• 12 open homes
• 24 qualified enquiries and visits
THE RESULT
• Passed in at auction $999,000
• Under offer to lead bidder within 24 hours
• SOLD TO LEAD BIDDER $1,050,000 WITHIN 30 DAYS
THE PROPERTY
• 17 Kennedy Point Road
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $6,759.00
THE NUMBERS
• 6 days on the market
• Over 2500 online views
• 1100 EDM opens
• 2 open homes
• 10 qualified enquiries and visits
THE RESULT
• SOLD PRE-AUCTION $1,275,000
THE PROPERTY
• 8 Esslin Road, Surfdale
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $7,489.00
THE NUMBERS
• 18 days on the market in campaign
• Over 5000 online views
• 400 EDM opens
• 4 open homes
• 27 qualified enquiries and visits
THE RESULT
• SOLD PRE-AUCTION $3,250,000
THE PROPERTY
• 308E Sea View Road, Ostend
THE CAMPAIGN
• Method of Sale: Auction
• Vendor Marketing Investment: $10,456.19
THE NUMBERS
• 30 days on the market
• Over 6000 online views
• 1350 EDM opens
• 8 open homes
• 30 qualified enquiries and visits
• 2 registered bidders
THE RESULT
• SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER $3,275,000
Decisions and choices.
ONE BIG DECISION YOU NEED TO MAKE IS HOW TO SELL YOUR PROPERTY.
You’re trying not only to choose the right agent for you but also making decisions that are crucial to getting the outcome that best fits your needs at the time.
PRICE OR NO PRICE?
It’s a big question. Too low and you miss out on the best return. Too high and you miss out on the potential buyers. Fortunately there are a number of ways to reduce the risk.
Realistically priced properties generate more enquiries. Which means higher levels of interest, increased competition between buyers and a far greater chance of a better price at sale time.
The time spent researching market conditions is invaluable here. It also helps to avoid putting any barriers in the way of potential buyers. One such barrier may be price – as many potential buyers disregard properties based on price alone.
TWO MAIN PRICING STRATEGIES ARE:
1.
MARKETING WITH A PRICE
This gives buyers the flexibility to make conditional offers. Setting a realistic asking price is crucial, and this will need to be determined in conjunction with us.
2.
NO PRICE MARKETING
A ‘no price’ strategy places a greater emphasis on the property and typically attracts a greater number of potential buyers, offering premium price opportunities and a higher rate of success within a shorter time frame. No price marketing options include auction, tender, deadline sale and by negotiation.
AUCTION
Selling by auction is the preferred option for many. This is because your property is generally on the market for a shorter time and has the highest sale rate.
Some of the reasons for selling by auction include:
• Builds urgency and a purchase deadline amongst buyers
• Creates a competitive, transparent purchasing environment
• Finds a true ‘cash’ buyer with no conditions
• Provides complete control for the seller – you set the terms
• Option of selling prior to advertised auction date
• Removes risk of under or over pricing
• Focus is on the property and not the price
BY NEGOTIATION
Selling by negotiation removes the need for you to set a sale price for your property, instead placing the decision in the hands of buyers. An offer for your property can be received at any time. You can then accept, decline or negotiate with the prospective purchaser.
Some of the reasons for selling by negotiation include:
• All buyers are eligible
• Focus is on the property and not the price
• Reduces risk of under pricing
TENDER
The tender process has a set deadline for prospective purchasers to put forward their best offer for your property. After the close off date you have the option to accept, decline or negotiate any offers. Buyers are obliged to leave their offer at the table for five working days while you work through your options. Due to this level of flexibility some prospective sellers consider tender as a viable option.
Some of the reasons for selling by tender include:
• Deadline creates competition and urgency
• Buyers become emotionally engaged in the property before they consider price
• All tender details remain undisclosed and absolutely confidential
• Option of accepting offers prior to set sale date
DEADLINE SALE (TREATY)
The deadline sale process has a set deadline for prospective purchasers to put forward their best offer for your property. After the close off date you have the option to accept, decline or negotiate any offers. Unlike a tender the buyer can withdraw their offer at any point in time once presented.
Some of the reasons for selling by deadline sale include:
• Deadline creates competition and urgency
• Buyers become emotionally engaged in the property before they consider price
• All tender details remain undisclosed and absolutely confidential
• Option of accepting offers prior to set sale date
The next step.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP
Selling property is often a stressful time. That is why we pride ourselves on clear communication from the outset. We will ensure your needs are our primary concern – you are always in control of the sale process. So if you have any questions at any stage please don’t hesitate to ask.
AUTHORISING A LISTING AGENCY
Once you have decided to list your property for sale we will complete the agency agreement. The agency agreement is a contract outlining the terms, conditions and responsibilities of both parties during the sale process. We will provide you with an approved guide as outlined by the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 or you can view more information on www.rea.govt.nz
COMMISSION
If you are comparing agencies based on commission alone charged for services, ask your preferred agencies for a complete list of what they will do for you in the process of selling your property as the level of ‘inclusions’ and ‘extras’ may vary greatly. We recommend discussing with the agencies how they will ensure the value of your property is maximised through the negotiation stage.
WE SET THE STANDARD
Our people are world renowned for their abilities and we pride ourselves on this reputation. It’s what focuses us each day and pushes us towards even greater achievements in real estate.
Selling your property.
YOU ARE HERE!
3 STAGE 4 STAGE 2 STAGE 1 STAGE
APPRAISAL
I meet with you to present a current market appraisal based on sales in your area to ascertain your property market value.
LISTING
I list your property with an agency agreement outlining conditions, commission rates, agreed marketing spend, and expiry etc.
MARKETING
I market your property with either a price or via a no price method such as deadline, auction, price by negotiation or tender over the course of a campaign as agreed in the agency agreement.
SET SALE DATE
Deadline or tender closes or an auction is held. SOLD
5 STAGE
Your property has an unconditional agreement in place and will settle on the agreed date. Congratulations!
An extraordinary brand.
As part of the largest luxury real estate company in the world, we are excited to provide a brand that brings international exposure to the market and a premium service to our vendors.
New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty was founded in 2005. Privately owned, run and operated, the company has 27 offices nationally and is planning to continue its expansion into key locations across New Zealand. We have the ability to expose property locally, nationally and globally like no other company in New Zealand. Our emphasis and attention to detail in marketing lifts the profile of our properties beyond the competition and exposes them to a larger audience of buyers, resulting in sales records throughout each of our offices. Our desire is to create premium results for our vendors via the world’s very best real estate marketing, distribution and exposure.
26,100+ SALES ASSOCIATES
1,100+ OFFICES WORLDWIDE
84 COUNTRIES & TERRITORIES
Global reach.
The Sotheby’s International Realty® network is an exclusive association of high-quality residential real estate companies throughout the world. By association, working with New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty enhances the profile and perception of your property in the minds of a local, national and international pool of buyers.
Additionally, our Global Referral System connects the Sotheby’s International Realty® network to facilitate the thousands of referrals that occur annually among
our offices. Our association with the Sotheby’s Auction House and their client database is unique, and by listing with us your property is accessible to this network.
Sotheby’s International Realty® have offices in Sydney, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth and we have strong cross referral agreements in place with these offices and Licensees. Across Asia, Sotheby’s International Realty® has offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo and Beijing.
Our key marketing platforms.
PROPERTY STYLE
Property Style is the exclusive publication of New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty. Each magazine includes editorial content and also showcases a selection of extraordinary property from around New Zealand.
Property Style is delivered into select mailboxes across New Zealand and distributed throughout our offices nationwide. The eMagazine is published on all NZSIR email signatures, features on our national website and is sent through our company database to over 180,000 qualified clients.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Our brand has the unique effect of lifting the profile and quality perception of a property which elevates it above the competition and gives it a clear point of difference in the market. With annual global sales of NZ$275+ billion in 2024 and over 1.2 million social media followers, this international exposure provides our properties with significant international reach. Sotheby’s International Realty® is the most profiled luxury real estate brand in the news worldwide.
SOTHEBYSREALTY.COM
An exclusive listing gets presence on our sothebysrealty.com global website which generates over 3,300,000 monthly visits. This will also ‘cascade’ onto 21 industry leading Sotheby’s International Realty® affiliate websites around the world, maximising international exposure and reaching highly-qualified global clients through exclusive channels, at no additional cost.
Our Finishing Touch
A PICTURE PAINTS A THOUSAND WORDS.
Our aim is to ensure your property is presented at its very best across all chosen media.
PHOTOGRAPHY
We know the first glance is vital. That’s why we work with a select group of professional photographers who are accomplished at architectural photography. This ensures that quality images represent your property at its best.
MARKETING TEMPLATES
Retaining the standard set by the Sotheby’s International Realty™ network, we use a variety of templates for print media advertising, direct mail, online and e-marketing to target discerning buyers from our local, national and global databases.
PROPERTY CARDS
These provide a brief snapshot of your property to buyers who enquire at one of our showrooms, open homes, or directly with one of our Sales Associates worldwide.
SIGNAGE
Our distinctive blue signage not only direct quality buyers to your property, they act as quality mark that what awaits inside is something special.
