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Karen Rutherford
Residential and Lifestyle Sales
5Karen Rutherford
Residential and Lifestyle SalesKaren is an energetic, positive professional with a gutsy work ethic and a strong belief that trust and results come from nurturing solid relationships through patience and respect.
She has a standout reputation as a master communicator and great listener, skills honed during a 30 year career as an award-winning television and radio journalist prior to joining Bayleys.
Approachable and genuine, Karen is a problem-solver with creative vision who loves nothing more than helping people fulfil their dreams in the dynamic process of buying and selling.
She embraces the challenge of marketing and showcasing even the most unique homes, and with a skillset across both visual and written platforms, understands what it takes to make people sit up and take notice.
As a former business owner with husband Jason, and a mother of three children, Karen also has that rare combination of commercial expertise, along with a strong sense of empathy that puts people from all walks of life at ease.
Karen is a proud Cambridge local with a vast network of connections regionally and nationally across business, farming, education and sport. She is a passionate fundraiser and keen supporter of Cambridge High School hockey and the New Zealand equestrian community, after years immersed as a parent and volunteer!
Expect nothing less than exceptional service before, during and after a sale- Karen prides herself on listening harder and working smarter every step of the way.
Genuine. Trusted. Connected.
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Office
Cambridge
Success Realty Ltd, Bayleys,
Licensed under the REA Act 2008
Client testimonials
After having 25 houses Karen is definitely one of the best agents we have worked with. She is diligent, motivated and understanding and a true pleasure to deal with. The effort and result was outstanding. Only 3 days on the market and we sold. Very happy. Cannot recommend Karen highly enough.
Karen was absolutely fantastic to work with from beginning to end. Her communication was clear, prompt and reassuring throughout the entire process, and she always made sure we understood each step. She was incredibly efficient, well-organised and proactive, which helped everything run smoothly. Beyond her professionalism, Karen was genuinely kind, polite and supportive. She went out of her way to make the experience stress-free and was always willing to help with anything we needed. We felt confident and well-looked-after the whole way through. We couldn't be happier with the result and highly recommend Karen to anyone looking for an exceptional real estate agent.
Karen was outstanding from start to finish. She is incredibly knowledgeable, hardworking, and communicates clearly and consistently. I always felt well informed and supported throughout the process. Karen delivered an exceptional result, achieving a sale price that exceeded my expectations. I couldn't be happier and would recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and trustworthy agent.
We recently had the absolute pleasure of working with Karen Rutherford and Willem Brown from Bayleys Real Estate to sell our family home, and the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. From the very beginning, Karen and Willem went above and beyond in every possible way - offering not only expert advice and professionalism, but also genuine care, compassion, and dedication throughout the entire process. Selling this home was deeply personal for our family, and they understood that from day one. Their communication was always clear, honest, and timely. No question was ever too small, and no detail was ever overlooked. They handled every challenge with calm confidence and went the extra mile countless times to ensure the best possible outcome for us. Their knowledge of the market, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence truly set them apart. What was a sometimes challenging and emotional experience turned into something we will always remember with immense gratitude. We couldn't recommend Karen and Willem highly enough - if you're looking for real estate agent who truly care, who listen, and who deliver outstanding results while treating you like family, these are the people you want on your side.
Karen's tireless work on selling my property is so much appreciated. This is the first property I have sold and she made a very stressful situation for us a lot easier to deal with by being an incredible help all the way through and walking us through every step offering support all hours of the day when we needed help or advice. Would recommend her services a thousand times over and we are forever greatful of her for helping us achieve our dream.
Karen is the only salesperson of any kind we have ever genuinely trusted! We sold in 22 days,and she unknowingly became my fairy godmother and gained the trust of our whole family (teen daughters included!). She matched our drive, even when we said let's go to market ASAP. Karen communicated every step of the way, and I knew I could take a deep breath when she said "trust me Gem, it'll be okay". If you're looking to buy or sell, we can hand on heart say Karen is your person- you will open your home to her, and feel so comfortable.
Karen thank you so much for being so wonderful to work with. You have achieved a great result for us in 12 days and we are so grateful! Your work ethic is absolutely incredible and your communication is outstanding. We have never met a salesperson quite like you and would hands down use you again and happily recommend you to others.
We got to form a relationship with Karen when we first started the process of selling our property. Karen gave us a lot of advice on how to set up our property ready for sale, her professionalism and key for detail made our house stand out and draw in a lot of potential clients. Karen was such a pleasure to work with, she made us feel very comfortable throughout the process and spent many a night talking us through things we were not sure of. By following Karen's recommendations, it has made our house a pleasure to walk into. We are very glad that we had Karen as our agent, I don't think we would have achieved what we did without her support. Thank you, Karen, for all you did for us with selling our home, your passion for finding the right client has shown what a vital part of Bayley's you are. We could not express enough about how happy we are working with you. You would be our 1st point of contact if we were to but another house in Cambridge. Thank you so much.
Karen is friendly & easy to deal with and she works hard to sell your property. We purchased a property at auction through Karen and were so impressed we engaged her to sell our home as well. She is a great communicator, remembers everything about you and all the interested parties. She has an eye for detail and was very helpful in guiding us regarding method of sale, (by Tender), the 'must dos' and 'nice to dos', for getting the property to look its best. Karen reported weekly on open homes and interested parties and we always felt updated. We would highly recommend Karen to sell your property.
We had such a fantastic experience working with Karen Rutherford to buy our property in Auckland. Karen made what could have been a stressful process feel easy and even fun. We were buying a property in Auckland while living in a different city, so we really relied on her insights into recent sales which were invaluable in helping us set realistic expectations and make informed decisions. Karen was in constant communication, always proactive, and never missed a detail. She followed up with agents, asked the tough questions, and gave us smart, strategic advice around auctions and pricing. We felt supported and confident every step of the way. We absolutely loved working with her and couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Working with Karen Rutherford from Bayleys, was an absolute pleasure. Karen quickly established a genuine connection with us, showcasing her exceptional ability to understand our needs. Her natural sales talent, combined with her ability to listen carefully and match us with the perfect property, made the entire process seamless and stress-free. After we spent months searching without success, Karen went above and beyond to help us find our dream home. Her dedication, care, and attention to detail truly set her apart for other agents. She approached every interaction with warmth and professionalism, making us feel valued throughout the process. Karen’s passion for helping people meet their individual goals shone through in everything she did for us. She treated us as unique, ensuring she ticks as many boxes as possible for us. Thank you, Karen, for helping us find the diamond in the haystack. We wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone looking to buy or sell their property—you’re simply the best!
We couldn’t recommend Karen and Rachael highly enough! From start to finish, they exceeded our expectations, achieving an outstanding sale price and guiding us through the process with absolute professionalism. They were consistently positive, responsive, energetic and honest, and their deep market knowledge and dedication were evident every step of the way. We genuinely loved the experience and will miss our regular contact with them. By the end of the journey, they felt more like friends than agents. If you’re looking for a highly skilled, authentic and committed real estate team, Karen and Rachael are exceptional.
We recently had the pleasure of selling our home with Karen and Amanda. Both Karen and Amanda filled us with confidence from the start, they were both clear communicators, resolved any worries that we had, and gave us the confidence and strategy we needed on auction day. Every interaction had kindness, genuine care and some laughs which made everything feel easy. I would certainly recommend both ladies to anyone looking to sell. Thank you Karen and Amanda for selling our home and helping our family move on to our next stage!
Had an amazing experience with Karen Rutherford. She went above and beyond. Would happily recommend her to anyone.
Karen has been fabulous throughout the process of buying our second property. She is approachable and had really good communication which made the whole process run seamlessly. Karen will be our go to when it is time to buy/sell in the future.
Friendly and knowledgeable
Karen Rutherford was a great communicator as we worked to purchase a property being sold by her
So helpful and such an easy person to work with -Karen made the process a lot easier. People would be very pleased with her skills. Cheers for all your help in selling our home Karen.
I would like to thank Karen Rutherford of Bayleys for selling my property in Cambridge. Karen was so helpful with getting the property ready for sale, and her communication was first rate. She gave me good guidance on all aspects of the sale and the property sold well within the time limit with no stress.
After having 25 houses Karen is definitely one of the best agents we have worked with. She is diligent, motivated and understanding and a true pleasure to deal with. The effort and result was outstanding. Only 3 days on the market and we sold. Very happy. Cannot recommend Karen highly enough.
Karen was absolutely fantastic to work with from beginning to end. Her communication was clear, prompt and reassuring throughout the entire process, and she always made sure we understood each step. She was incredibly efficient, well-organised and proactive, which helped everything run smoothly. Beyond her professionalism, Karen was genuinely kind, polite and supportive. She went out of her way to make the experience stress-free and was always willing to help with anything we needed. We felt confident and well-looked-after the whole way through. We couldn't be happier with the result and highly recommend Karen to anyone looking for an exceptional real estate agent.
Karen was outstanding from start to finish. She is incredibly knowledgeable, hardworking, and communicates clearly and consistently. I always felt well informed and supported throughout the process. Karen delivered an exceptional result, achieving a sale price that exceeded my expectations. I couldn't be happier and would recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and trustworthy agent.
We recently had the absolute pleasure of working with Karen Rutherford and Willem Brown from Bayleys Real Estate to sell our family home, and the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. From the very beginning, Karen and Willem went above and beyond in every possible way - offering not only expert advice and professionalism, but also genuine care, compassion, and dedication throughout the entire process. Selling this home was deeply personal for our family, and they understood that from day one. Their communication was always clear, honest, and timely. No question was ever too small, and no detail was ever overlooked. They handled every challenge with calm confidence and went the extra mile countless times to ensure the best possible outcome for us. Their knowledge of the market, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence truly set them apart. What was a sometimes challenging and emotional experience turned into something we will always remember with immense gratitude. We couldn't recommend Karen and Willem highly enough - if you're looking for real estate agent who truly care, who listen, and who deliver outstanding results while treating you like family, these are the people you want on your side.
Karen's tireless work on selling my property is so much appreciated. This is the first property I have sold and she made a very stressful situation for us a lot easier to deal with by being an incredible help all the way through and walking us through every step offering support all hours of the day when we needed help or advice. Would recommend her services a thousand times over and we are forever greatful of her for helping us achieve our dream.
Karen is the only salesperson of any kind we have ever genuinely trusted! We sold in 22 days,and she unknowingly became my fairy godmother and gained the trust of our whole family (teen daughters included!). She matched our drive, even when we said let's go to market ASAP. Karen communicated every step of the way, and I knew I could take a deep breath when she said "trust me Gem, it'll be okay". If you're looking to buy or sell, we can hand on heart say Karen is your person- you will open your home to her, and feel so comfortable.
Karen thank you so much for being so wonderful to work with. You have achieved a great result for us in 12 days and we are so grateful! Your work ethic is absolutely incredible and your communication is outstanding. We have never met a salesperson quite like you and would hands down use you again and happily recommend you to others.
We got to form a relationship with Karen when we first started the process of selling our property. Karen gave us a lot of advice on how to set up our property ready for sale, her professionalism and key for detail made our house stand out and draw in a lot of potential clients. Karen was such a pleasure to work with, she made us feel very comfortable throughout the process and spent many a night talking us through things we were not sure of. By following Karen's recommendations, it has made our house a pleasure to walk into. We are very glad that we had Karen as our agent, I don't think we would have achieved what we did without her support. Thank you, Karen, for all you did for us with selling our home, your passion for finding the right client has shown what a vital part of Bayley's you are. We could not express enough about how happy we are working with you. You would be our 1st point of contact if we were to but another house in Cambridge. Thank you so much.
Karen is friendly & easy to deal with and she works hard to sell your property. We purchased a property at auction through Karen and were so impressed we engaged her to sell our home as well. She is a great communicator, remembers everything about you and all the interested parties. She has an eye for detail and was very helpful in guiding us regarding method of sale, (by Tender), the 'must dos' and 'nice to dos', for getting the property to look its best. Karen reported weekly on open homes and interested parties and we always felt updated. We would highly recommend Karen to sell your property.
We had such a fantastic experience working with Karen Rutherford to buy our property in Auckland. Karen made what could have been a stressful process feel easy and even fun. We were buying a property in Auckland while living in a different city, so we really relied on her insights into recent sales which were invaluable in helping us set realistic expectations and make informed decisions. Karen was in constant communication, always proactive, and never missed a detail. She followed up with agents, asked the tough questions, and gave us smart, strategic advice around auctions and pricing. We felt supported and confident every step of the way. We absolutely loved working with her and couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Working with Karen Rutherford from Bayleys, was an absolute pleasure. Karen quickly established a genuine connection with us, showcasing her exceptional ability to understand our needs. Her natural sales talent, combined with her ability to listen carefully and match us with the perfect property, made the entire process seamless and stress-free. After we spent months searching without success, Karen went above and beyond to help us find our dream home. Her dedication, care, and attention to detail truly set her apart for other agents. She approached every interaction with warmth and professionalism, making us feel valued throughout the process. Karen’s passion for helping people meet their individual goals shone through in everything she did for us. She treated us as unique, ensuring she ticks as many boxes as possible for us. Thank you, Karen, for helping us find the diamond in the haystack. We wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone looking to buy or sell their property—you’re simply the best!
We couldn’t recommend Karen and Rachael highly enough! From start to finish, they exceeded our expectations, achieving an outstanding sale price and guiding us through the process with absolute professionalism. They were consistently positive, responsive, energetic and honest, and their deep market knowledge and dedication were evident every step of the way. We genuinely loved the experience and will miss our regular contact with them. By the end of the journey, they felt more like friends than agents. If you’re looking for a highly skilled, authentic and committed real estate team, Karen and Rachael are exceptional.
We recently had the pleasure of selling our home with Karen and Amanda. Both Karen and Amanda filled us with confidence from the start, they were both clear communicators, resolved any worries that we had, and gave us the confidence and strategy we needed on auction day. Every interaction had kindness, genuine care and some laughs which made everything feel easy. I would certainly recommend both ladies to anyone looking to sell. Thank you Karen and Amanda for selling our home and helping our family move on to our next stage!
Had an amazing experience with Karen Rutherford. She went above and beyond. Would happily recommend her to anyone.
Karen has been fabulous throughout the process of buying our second property. She is approachable and had really good communication which made the whole process run seamlessly. Karen will be our go to when it is time to buy/sell in the future.
Friendly and knowledgeable
Karen Rutherford was a great communicator as we worked to purchase a property being sold by her
So helpful and such an easy person to work with -Karen made the process a lot easier. People would be very pleased with her skills. Cheers for all your help in selling our home Karen.
I would like to thank Karen Rutherford of Bayleys for selling my property in Cambridge. Karen was so helpful with getting the property ready for sale, and her communication was first rate. She gave me good guidance on all aspects of the sale and the property sold well within the time limit with no stress.
After having 25 houses Karen is definitely one of the best agents we have worked with. She is diligent, motivated and understanding and a true pleasure to deal with. The effort and result was outstanding. Only 3 days on the market and we sold. Very happy. Cannot recommend Karen highly enough.
Karen was absolutely fantastic to work with from beginning to end. Her communication was clear, prompt and reassuring throughout the entire process, and she always made sure we understood each step. She was incredibly efficient, well-organised and proactive, which helped everything run smoothly. Beyond her professionalism, Karen was genuinely kind, polite and supportive. She went out of her way to make the experience stress-free and was always willing to help with anything we needed. We felt confident and well-looked-after the whole way through. We couldn't be happier with the result and highly recommend Karen to anyone looking for an exceptional real estate agent.
Karen was outstanding from start to finish. She is incredibly knowledgeable, hardworking, and communicates clearly and consistently. I always felt well informed and supported throughout the process. Karen delivered an exceptional result, achieving a sale price that exceeded my expectations. I couldn't be happier and would recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and trustworthy agent.
We recently had the absolute pleasure of working with Karen Rutherford and Willem Brown from Bayleys Real Estate to sell our family home, and the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. From the very beginning, Karen and Willem went above and beyond in every possible way - offering not only expert advice and professionalism, but also genuine care, compassion, and dedication throughout the entire process. Selling this home was deeply personal for our family, and they understood that from day one. Their communication was always clear, honest, and timely. No question was ever too small, and no detail was ever overlooked. They handled every challenge with calm confidence and went the extra mile countless times to ensure the best possible outcome for us. Their knowledge of the market, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence truly set them apart. What was a sometimes challenging and emotional experience turned into something we will always remember with immense gratitude. We couldn't recommend Karen and Willem highly enough - if you're looking for real estate agent who truly care, who listen, and who deliver outstanding results while treating you like family, these are the people you want on your side.
Karen's tireless work on selling my property is so much appreciated. This is the first property I have sold and she made a very stressful situation for us a lot easier to deal with by being an incredible help all the way through and walking us through every step offering support all hours of the day when we needed help or advice. Would recommend her services a thousand times over and we are forever greatful of her for helping us achieve our dream.
Karen is the only salesperson of any kind we have ever genuinely trusted! We sold in 22 days,and she unknowingly became my fairy godmother and gained the trust of our whole family (teen daughters included!). She matched our drive, even when we said let's go to market ASAP. Karen communicated every step of the way, and I knew I could take a deep breath when she said "trust me Gem, it'll be okay". If you're looking to buy or sell, we can hand on heart say Karen is your person- you will open your home to her, and feel so comfortable.
Karen thank you so much for being so wonderful to work with. You have achieved a great result for us in 12 days and we are so grateful! Your work ethic is absolutely incredible and your communication is outstanding. We have never met a salesperson quite like you and would hands down use you again and happily recommend you to others.
We got to form a relationship with Karen when we first started the process of selling our property. Karen gave us a lot of advice on how to set up our property ready for sale, her professionalism and key for detail made our house stand out and draw in a lot of potential clients. Karen was such a pleasure to work with, she made us feel very comfortable throughout the process and spent many a night talking us through things we were not sure of. By following Karen's recommendations, it has made our house a pleasure to walk into. We are very glad that we had Karen as our agent, I don't think we would have achieved what we did without her support. Thank you, Karen, for all you did for us with selling our home, your passion for finding the right client has shown what a vital part of Bayley's you are. We could not express enough about how happy we are working with you. You would be our 1st point of contact if we were to but another house in Cambridge. Thank you so much.
Karen is friendly & easy to deal with and she works hard to sell your property. We purchased a property at auction through Karen and were so impressed we engaged her to sell our home as well. She is a great communicator, remembers everything about you and all the interested parties. She has an eye for detail and was very helpful in guiding us regarding method of sale, (by Tender), the 'must dos' and 'nice to dos', for getting the property to look its best. Karen reported weekly on open homes and interested parties and we always felt updated. We would highly recommend Karen to sell your property.
We had such a fantastic experience working with Karen Rutherford to buy our property in Auckland. Karen made what could have been a stressful process feel easy and even fun. We were buying a property in Auckland while living in a different city, so we really relied on her insights into recent sales which were invaluable in helping us set realistic expectations and make informed decisions. Karen was in constant communication, always proactive, and never missed a detail. She followed up with agents, asked the tough questions, and gave us smart, strategic advice around auctions and pricing. We felt supported and confident every step of the way. We absolutely loved working with her and couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Working with Karen Rutherford from Bayleys, was an absolute pleasure. Karen quickly established a genuine connection with us, showcasing her exceptional ability to understand our needs. Her natural sales talent, combined with her ability to listen carefully and match us with the perfect property, made the entire process seamless and stress-free. After we spent months searching without success, Karen went above and beyond to help us find our dream home. Her dedication, care, and attention to detail truly set her apart for other agents. She approached every interaction with warmth and professionalism, making us feel valued throughout the process. Karen’s passion for helping people meet their individual goals shone through in everything she did for us. She treated us as unique, ensuring she ticks as many boxes as possible for us. Thank you, Karen, for helping us find the diamond in the haystack. We wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone looking to buy or sell their property—you’re simply the best!
We couldn’t recommend Karen and Rachael highly enough! From start to finish, they exceeded our expectations, achieving an outstanding sale price and guiding us through the process with absolute professionalism. They were consistently positive, responsive, energetic and honest, and their deep market knowledge and dedication were evident every step of the way. We genuinely loved the experience and will miss our regular contact with them. By the end of the journey, they felt more like friends than agents. If you’re looking for a highly skilled, authentic and committed real estate team, Karen and Rachael are exceptional.
We recently had the pleasure of selling our home with Karen and Amanda. Both Karen and Amanda filled us with confidence from the start, they were both clear communicators, resolved any worries that we had, and gave us the confidence and strategy we needed on auction day. Every interaction had kindness, genuine care and some laughs which made everything feel easy. I would certainly recommend both ladies to anyone looking to sell. Thank you Karen and Amanda for selling our home and helping our family move on to our next stage!
Had an amazing experience with Karen Rutherford. She went above and beyond. Would happily recommend her to anyone.
Karen has been fabulous throughout the process of buying our second property. She is approachable and had really good communication which made the whole process run seamlessly. Karen will be our go to when it is time to buy/sell in the future.
Friendly and knowledgeable
Karen Rutherford was a great communicator as we worked to purchase a property being sold by her
So helpful and such an easy person to work with -Karen made the process a lot easier. People would be very pleased with her skills. Cheers for all your help in selling our home Karen.
I would like to thank Karen Rutherford of Bayleys for selling my property in Cambridge. Karen was so helpful with getting the property ready for sale, and her communication was first rate. She gave me good guidance on all aspects of the sale and the property sold well within the time limit with no stress.