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Diane Parish - Blenheim Real Estate Agent

Diane Parish Real Estate sells homes, where the focus is on helping you get to where you want to go! By offering a flat fee guarantee of 2.49% + gst.

Diane Parish is an accomplished businesswoman who has dedicated most of her working life specialising in real estate sales and management, prioritising people in reaching their desired destinations. With over 35 years of extensive experience in real estate, Diane's expertise can greatly benefit anyone looking to sell their residential property, ensuring that they have a knowledgeable ally on their side. Diane ensures that the fee will not hinder the decision-making process when it comes to listing one's home. Instead, the focus can shift to finding the best agent to successfully sell your property. Diane's genuine care, dedication, and transparent communication consistently shine through in the countless positive reviews, which all share this common thread. Diane Parish Real Estate is committed to delivering exceptional services, starting with a complimentary evaluation of what your home is likely to sell for in today’s property market.

15/09/2026

Let’s take a look at what the housing market was doing around New Zealand during August 2026.

In Marlborough, the median sale price decreased slightly by 0.8%, from $625,000 in August last year to $620,000 this year. The number of properties sold decreased by 19.4%, from 72 to 58 over the same period.

Overall, from my perspective, Marlborough remains steady as it goes.

A relatively flat market is one of my favourite markets to do business in. It is simply a nice market for buyers to buy in, without all the frenzy of a hyped market, and it certainly gives first-home buyers a real chance to buy their first home.

That does not mean competition has disappeared. Almost all of the properties I have sold year to date have involved multiple-offer presentations, driven by tactical marketing rather than a rising market.

It is where experience, strategy and the ability to create competition can make a real difference to the result, and where my service can add real value.

14/09/2026

Multiple Offers and SOLD! 🏡

Just as this property reached three months on the market, a necessary tweak to the asking price brought a multiple offer presentation.

Sometimes price plays its part in how long a property spends on the market, but it’s never too late to make the necessary adjustment to attract the buyers and move on. This is a classic example.

If you're needing a helping hand to get your property sold give me a call 🤳021 324 592

13/09/2026

I loved waking up to this post this morning. My SAAB 900S knows it's in Hollywood when it visits Details - Blenheim

11/09/2026

Well, This One Didn't Hang Around For Long!

Multiple offers and SOLD in just 4 days... just goes to show appearances aren't everything and beneath the surface is where the real value can be found.

This proved to be one hot piece of property and had me on the hop!

If you're thinking of selling, maybe it's time you gave me a call - 021 324 592

08/09/2026

NEW to the Market 👀

What You See is What You Get

128 Muller Road, Blenheim
Asking Price $399,000

Let your imagination be your guide.
Now here lies the opportunity for a rethink and to imagine where it could all go from here.

Click the link below for an overview...
https://dianeparish.co.nz/properties/128-muller-road-blenheim

02/09/2026

NEW to the Market 👀
A Home Big on Space in Brilliant Springlands
👉Asking Price $799,000

Privately positioned on an established 836sqm rear section, this substantial
four-bedroom home offers generous family living directly opposite
Springlands Primary School and within the sought-after Springlands School
Zone.

With multiple living spaces, the master suite enjoying its own designated
upper level, covered outdoor leisure and exceptional parking, this
comfortable home is ready for you to introduce your own style and make it
truly yours.

Click the link below for an overview...
https://dianeparish.co.nz/properties/25a-murphys-road-springlands-blenheim

13/08/2026

Let’s take a look at what the housing market was doing around New Zealand during July 2026.

In Marlborough, the median sale price increased by 7.1%, from $630,000 in July last year to $675,000 this year. On the flip side of the coin, the number of properties sold decreased by 17.9%, from 84 to 69 over the same period.

One interesting statistic that caught my eye was that Marlborough recorded the third-highest annual increase in median price across the country during July, at a time when the national median price decreased by 0.7%.

First-home buyers and those looking below $700,000 were particularly active in Blenheim. Well-positioned and realistically priced properties continued to perform well, while higher stock levels meant buyers still had plenty of choice.

With fewer sales taking place, the rise in Marlborough’s median price should be viewed in context. A median reflects the middle sale rather than an increase in the value of every property, and the particular mix of homes sold during the month can influence the result.

Overall, the figures reflect a market where buyers remain active but considered in their decision making, and realistic pricing from the outset remains particularly important.

07/08/2026

A little Friday gratitude…

This is one of those posts I always feel a little shy about sharing, as I have never been one to blow my own trumpet. However, these three RateMyAgent badges are shaped by the experiences and verified feedback of the people I have had the privilege of working with, and that makes them especially meaningful to me.

I am very grateful to be currently recognised as a RateMyAgent Trusted Agent, Price Expert and among the Top 20% of agents nationwide.

These badges are held only while the required standards continue to be met. Together, they reflect the standards I work hard to bring to every property sale: openness and transparency, informed and realistic pricing advice, and a consistently high level of client satisfaction.

To every vendor and purchaser who has placed their trust in me and taken the time to share their experience, thank you. Your confidence in me is deeply appreciated and never taken for granted.

15/07/2026

Let's take a look at what the housing market was doing around New Zealand during June 2026.

Our Marlborough median residential sale price decreased by 14.9%, reducing from $705,000 to $600,000. Sales activity increased slightly by 5.6%, up from 71 sales to 75 compared with the same time last year.

One interesting statistic that caught my eye is that Marlborough recorded its strongest June sales activity since 2021, highlighting that buyers continue to actively participate in our local market.

Little has changed where the market remains steady. One factor to keep an eye on is the Reserve Bank's recent increase in the Official Cash Rate, with the possibility of further increases depending on economic conditions. Any movement in interest rates has the potential to influence borrowing costs and buyer confidence over the coming months, making this a space worth watching.

07/07/2026

First In - First to Love - First to Buy

Sometimes a home captures someone's imagination long before it ever comes to the market.

After returning home from a period living overseas, these purchasers had admired this property for some time while regularly walking past, often saying that if it ever came to the market they would have a go at buying it. When the opportunity finally arrived, they were the first to step through the door and couldn't believe their luck.

Interest was captured by many buyers, drawn to its sheer size, flexible layout, distinctive 1970s quirks, beautifully preserved original features such as the wooden windows, and the gorgeous semi rural setting with expansive views across the town to the surrounding hills. Add in the warmth of its sunny elevated position and the unique advantage of having Wither Hills Farm Park quite literally at the back door, and it's easy to understand why this home attracted so much attention.

If you're thinking about selling a property with similar attributes, I'd love to hear from you. I have several genuine buyers who missed out on this opportunity and are still actively looking.

Address

Blenheim
7201

Telephone

+6421324592

Website

http://www.dianeparish.co.nz/

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