Mark Walton is a leading authority in the Tauranga commercial property market. As director of Bayleys commercial and industrial and head of the Tauranga commercial team, he brings over 20 years of expertise in commercial property, finance, and complex deal structuring.

Mark predominantly focuses on Tauranga’s industrial sector and land development opportunities, providing tailored sales and leasing services across all commercial property categories - industrial, office, and retail. He has sold a wide variety of assets, from high-performing investment properties across all price ranges to vacant and semi-vacant buildings, value-add opportunities, and development land.

By utilising Bayleys’ national network and collaborating closely with agents on the ground, Mark ensures clients benefit from both local insight and broad market reach. This connected approach helps maximise exposure, unlock hidden opportunities, and deliver exceptional results.

Known for his deep market knowledge, strong professional networks, and client-first approach, Mark consistently delivers strategic advice and outstanding outcomes. This year Mark will be involved in well over $100m in property transactions. His leadership was pivotal in Bayleys Tauranga’s record-breaking year in 2021, which included three of the city’s largest commercial sales, totalling over $216 million.

Mark holds a Bachelor of Business Studies in Property Management and Valuation from Massey University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (Finance). Before joining Bayleys in 2018, he spent 10 years with ANZ Bank as a senior commercial relationship manager, preceded by five years in financial analyst roles in London with Reuters, UBS Investment Bank, and Deutsche Bank.

With a passion for creating value and making deals happen, Mark is uniquely positioned to support clients with strategic, full-service commercial property solutions.

Outside of work, Mark enjoys quality time with his young family and is an enthusiastic rugby, tennis, and fishing fan.