Located in the heart of Ponsonby since 1953, Barfoot & Thompson is today the dominant real estate team in this colourful, sought-after suburb. With a variety of age groups and many younger staff joining the branch, Barfoot & Thompson Ponsonby has a winning combination of fresh ideas and the experience and expertise of a long standing team. Branch Manager Chris Batchelor believes the key to their success is working hard to deliver the best possible service and results to each and every customer. This, he says, comes down to strong vision and direction, and a team culture of integrity and trust. Staff focus on listening to customer needs, providing honest, open communication and working incredibly hard to generate the desired results. They have a great sense of the local market and are strong negotiators. They can also draw on the unparalleled reach and selling power of the Barfoot & Thompson network. Every property listed with Barfoot & Thompson Ponsonby is shared among all 65+ branches Auckland wide so any of the company's 1,700+ salespeople can bring a potential buyer through the home. As one of Auckland’s oldest and most fashionable suburbs, Ponsonby exudes personality. Nestled on the edge of the city, it boasts superb cafes and restaurants, an enviable range of fashion and boutique stores, and many parks and reserves for locals to enjoy. Century old villas rub shoulders with some of Auckland's most sophisticated apartment complexes, providing a range of housing options at the upper end of the market.
