Real estate the smarter way with lee ellis

04/09/2026

PHENOMENAL RESULT!

💰 $592,000 💰

40 Kowhai sold today under the hammer, we went from 4 bidders to 2 bidders, a new person arrived in the last hour, then another call and we were back to a whopping 4 bidders!!!!

Super happy for all involved, oodles of potential and a great result for all!

A huge congratulations to my vendor and purchasers!

Looking for results? You know who to call - Lee Ellis 021937967

02/08/2026

✨ N E W ✨ L I S T I N G ✨

This is an investors dream! An excellent opportunity for you to snap up these two sunny flats that are joined at the hip, sharing one freehold certificate of title.

Going to Auction 4th September 11am 🔨

https://www.realestate.co.nz/43098148/residential/sale/40-kowhai-street-te-hapara

29/07/2026

✨ 102 Oak Street is now SOLD! ✨

What a feeling, this one wasn’t as smooth sailing as we had hoped. But with determination, consistency and perseverance - we got there in the end.

It has been a privilege working with my vendors, they have had faith in the process the entire way through!

Congratulations to them and our lovely first home buyers - welcome to your first kiwi home!

27/07/2026

✨ 35 De Lautour Road ✨

Vendors have given me strict instructions, this home must be sold!

| 🛌 3 | 🛁 1 | 📐 1214sqm

💰 $579,000

03/06/2026

📈🏡 How I used equity to grow my rental portfolio (and why it changed everything!)

A few years ago, I didn’t just want to “save for the next property”… I wanted to move faster. That’s when I realized I had something working for me already: equity.

Here’s the simple idea:
✅ I built equity in my current property
✅ I used that equity to help fund my next moves
✅ And instead of waiting years, I was able to buy more rentals sooner

Don’t get me wrong - this wasn’t luck. It took planning, payments we could handle, and choosing the right strategy. But once we understood how equity can be a tool, not just a number, the whole game changed.

If you’ve been thinking about rentals, this might be your sign 🪧 and you may already have what you need - capital is often closer than you think.

Curious how I structured the process? Drop me a message 💬

30/05/2026

Hey friends 👋🏡

If you’ve been thinking about selling and you’re seeing those huge, crazy agent fees, I just want you to know something:

You don’t have to pay an arm and a leg to get great marketing + real results. Period 🙌

My approach is super simple and friendly:
I charge a small flat fee, and that includes free marketing - so you’re not stuck with surprise add-ons or paying extra just because that’s “the normal” way agents do it.

At the end of the day, every agent is trying to do the same basics:

✅ help get attention for your home
✅ generate interest
✅ get you the best chance at an offer

The difference is you shouldn’t have to pay inflated prices to get the same goal.

If you’re curious, message me and I’ll tell you exactly what I’d do for you - no pressure, just helpful info. 😊

17/05/2026

102 Oak Street - Priced well within the market! $645,000 - Call Lee today! 021937967

17/05/2026

💰A real steal!💰

102 Oak Street is priced to sell and it’s got the good stuff: no previous weather damage, easy maintenance, and plenty of privacy. In other words… what’s not to love? 😍

💰 $645,000 - go ahead… ✨

10/05/2026

Fabulous idea for those needing an extra helping hand!

✨ Thinking about renovating or getting ready to move? ✨

We’ll help you nail the basics!
✅ Ideas to maximise space and capital gains - full report provided
✅ Report with advice on how to stage ready for the market
✅ Reorganising - decluttering help
✅ A look into modern kitchens and design ideas

With our design and style know-how, plus support to declutter and reorganise, we’ll create a plan tailored to your needs - so your space feels fresh, functional, and beautifully you and new!

Private message for more information ✍️

09/05/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mums out there! 💐✨

Today we celebrate you - your patience, your hugs, your “I’ve got this” energy, and all the little things you do that make a big difference. Whether you’re a mum by birth, by love, by helping out, or by showing up in every way… you’re appreciated more than you know. ❤️