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Andrew Rochester
Residential Sales
Andrew Rochester
Residential SalesAndrew has grown up in Hawke’s Bay and loves the lifestyle it has to offer. When not selling homes, you will find him on the golf course, fishing, watching motorsport, or spending time with his wife Danee and two girls, Emily and Georgia.
Andrew’s parents, Peter and Catherine, were leaders in real estate in Hawke’s Bay for over four decades. Andrew was fortunate enough to spend six years working as a team with Catherine, benefiting from her extensive knowledge, negotiating skills, and marketing expertise. Andrew has always had a keen interest in property; it was only a natural progression for him to join the family business.
Previously, Andrew spent nine years with a local building merchant in a management role and gained extensive knowledge of the building industry, which has proven to be a great asset to his clients selling new builds, sections, and subdividable properties. Andrew is now known as the local specialist in Hastings and Havelock North.
Andrew is straight-up, has great empathy for people’s situations, and genuinely works hard to achieve outstanding prices for his clients. His drive and passion for exceeding their expectations are evident in the excellent results that he has achieved and consistent referrals and repeat business. Recognised in the top 10% of Bayleys Salespeople nationwide for 2020/21/22 and 2023/24 and having sold almost 300 properties in his first seven years in the industry, Andrew is quickly gaining experience and the tools needed to offer superior service to his clients.
Contact
Office
Havelock North
Eastern Realty Ltd, Bayleys,
Licensed under the REA Act 2008
Achievements
2025/2026
Top 10% of Bayleys Salespeople
2023/2024
Bayleys High Achiever
Top 10% of Bayleys Salespeople
2022/2023
Bayleys Auction Club
#3 Most Settled Deals - Bayleys Hawke's Bay
Client testimonials
We had a really positive experience with Andrew, buying our first home. He was easy to deal with, explained things clearly, and was always quick to respond on WhatsApp, which we really appreciated. His support and straightforward approach made the whole process feel much less stressful. We'd happily recommend him to others.
Our experience with Andrew from the first open home to the purchase of Dinneen Close was top notch. A great communicator who kept us in the loop at all times. We are now selling our house through Andrew.
We recently purchased through Andrew Rochester and the experience could not have been better. Andrew's genuine and down to earth approach made the whole process stress free and enjoyable. He was open, approachable, and always kept us well informed, which gave us complete confidence in our purchase. The service we received was so good that we have since engaged Andrew to sell another one of our properties. That decision alone speaks volumes about the trust and confidence we have in him. We would not hesitate to recommend Andrew to anyone looking to buy or sell he truly goes above and beyond.
My experience with Andrew Rochester has been outstanding. His market knowledge is excellent-he has a deep understanding of the industry and provides clear, accurate insights that really add value. Communication with him is always prompt, professional, and easy to follow, which makes the process smooth and stress-free. His professionalism stands out as he consistently goes the extra mile to ensure everything is handled to the highest standard. Overall, top-class service. Do you want me to make this sound more formal and business-like, or more casual and personal (like a testimonial)?
Andrew has a great knowledge of the current market and area
Andrew was great to work with throughout the sale of 88 Foster Lane. He communicated clearly, kept things moving, and gave us solid advice at each stage. His approach felt straightforward and professional, and we always knew where things were at. Overall, a smooth process and a good result - we'd happily work with him again.
We have just had a wonderful experience dealing with two of your Team, Andrew Rochester and Rachael Bryant. We wanted to say a huge thank you to Bayleys, your team and also share with you our experience. This was a first house sale for us and right from the start we were well supported. We were presented with a marketing and pricing strategy unique to our situation. Never once were we pushed to go into a direction which was very refreshing. But put full trust in the process recommended to us. The strategy for our circumstance was perfect and we followed their lead. The sale price, conditions and speed of the sale exceeded our expectations. Andrew's negotiation skills were seriously good. Presenting us with 4 offers and explaining the pros and cons of each one. Selling our property in essentially 2 days. Which is pretty unheard of in this market. Andrew and Rachael were flawless in their communication, super accommodating and prompt. You will have our business for life and we will most certainly forward the details of Andrew, Rachael and Bayleys to friends and family looking to purchase or sell in the future. Super grateful to have Andrew, Rachael and Bayleys in our corner during this process.
100% recommend Andrew and Bayleys Havelock North
Andrew has extensive experience in the industry and was easy to communicate with. We are grateful to Andrew for his flexibility, perseverance and guidance in successfully completing the marketing and sale of our property. We recommend Andrew as an excellent agent to anyone wanting a smooth and low stress experience selling their property in this difficult market.
Professional transaction of my home. Right from preparing the sale through to the final inspection. Would highly recommend Andrew, for anybody Considering selling.
Working with Andrew to sell our home was a fantastic experience from start to finish. His understanding of the market was obvious right away, every suggestion he made, from how to present the house to when to list, felt spot‑on and made a real difference. He worked incredibly hard throughout the whole process, staying on top of every detail, communicating with buyers, and negotiating confidently on our behalf. Thanks to his effort and expertise, we ended up with a result that was better than we expected. We always felt informed, supported, and in very capable hands. If you want an agent who knows the market inside and out and genuinely puts in the work to get you the best outcome, Andrew is absolutely the best choice.
Andrew was great. Very helpful and helps making the process positive and care free. Had lots of local contacts to make the house ready for sale.
Andrew communicated as he needed to and had sound negotiating skills. He set out a process and we followed it resulting in a good outcome. We have bought and sold houses with Andrew now and each time been very happy with the outcome.
Very easy to deal with - helpful, good comms, knowledgeable and straight up! I would highly recommend Andrew to anyone looking to buy or sell in Havelock North!
Andrew and Rachael once again delivered an outstanding result for us. Their professionalism, great communication and guidance in a tricky market was invaluable. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to sell.
Good communication: knowledgeable about the property we purchased. Very professional.
We thoroughly enjoyed working with Andrew and couldn't recommend him more highly. He supported us through both the sale of our previous home and the purchase of our new family home, making what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and well managed. Andrew's communication was outstanding throughout, clear, timely and honest. What really stood out was how genuinely invested he was in achieving the best outcomes for us. We always felt supported and well looked after. We would happily recommend Andrew to anyone buying or selling and look forward to working with him again in the future.
Open and Honest Communication: During a hectic weekend filled with open home viewings in Hawkes Bay, we had the pleasure of meeting Andrew. As we were visiting from out of town, we encountered many agents over the weekend, but Andrew stood out as one of the most engaging and professional among them. His willingness to assist us was evident when he promptly organised an additional viewing immediately after the weekend, accommodating our travel schedule as we were returning home. Support and Teamwork: Although we experienced a setback and were unable to meet Andrew as planned, Rachael stepped in and provided invaluable help. She assisted us with all the necessary paperwork, ensuring we were prepared to participate as phone bidders in the auction. This support was instrumental in alleviating any stress associated with the process. Successful Outcome: Thanks to the excellent teamwork between Andrew and Rachael, we successfully secured the property at auction. The entire bidding and negotiation experience was made as stress-free as possible, and we are extremely pleased with the outcome. We look forward to moving to Hawkes Bay and beginning this new chapter.
Great communication and professionalism
We found Andrew to thoroughly professional and extremely helpful with all our requests for information.
Andrews always very helpful. He knows us well & understands our needs
Andrews communication through the process was top notch. His expert advice through the process was much appreciated
Easy, straight forward and professional. Good experience dealing with Andrew. Clear communication is always great.
Andrew provided sound advice and worked alongside me the whole way. Andrew went above and beyond to ensure the best sales outcome was achieved.
Andrew provided sound advice and worked alongside me the whole way. Andrew went above and beyond to ensure the best sales outcome was achieved.
We had a really positive experience with Andrew, buying our first home. He was easy to deal with, explained things clearly, and was always quick to respond on WhatsApp, which we really appreciated. His support and straightforward approach made the whole process feel much less stressful. We'd happily recommend him to others.
Our experience with Andrew from the first open home to the purchase of Dinneen Close was top notch. A great communicator who kept us in the loop at all times. We are now selling our house through Andrew.
We recently purchased through Andrew Rochester and the experience could not have been better. Andrew's genuine and down to earth approach made the whole process stress free and enjoyable. He was open, approachable, and always kept us well informed, which gave us complete confidence in our purchase. The service we received was so good that we have since engaged Andrew to sell another one of our properties. That decision alone speaks volumes about the trust and confidence we have in him. We would not hesitate to recommend Andrew to anyone looking to buy or sell he truly goes above and beyond.
My experience with Andrew Rochester has been outstanding. His market knowledge is excellent-he has a deep understanding of the industry and provides clear, accurate insights that really add value. Communication with him is always prompt, professional, and easy to follow, which makes the process smooth and stress-free. His professionalism stands out as he consistently goes the extra mile to ensure everything is handled to the highest standard. Overall, top-class service. Do you want me to make this sound more formal and business-like, or more casual and personal (like a testimonial)?
Andrew has a great knowledge of the current market and area
Andrew was great to work with throughout the sale of 88 Foster Lane. He communicated clearly, kept things moving, and gave us solid advice at each stage. His approach felt straightforward and professional, and we always knew where things were at. Overall, a smooth process and a good result - we'd happily work with him again.
We have just had a wonderful experience dealing with two of your Team, Andrew Rochester and Rachael Bryant. We wanted to say a huge thank you to Bayleys, your team and also share with you our experience. This was a first house sale for us and right from the start we were well supported. We were presented with a marketing and pricing strategy unique to our situation. Never once were we pushed to go into a direction which was very refreshing. But put full trust in the process recommended to us. The strategy for our circumstance was perfect and we followed their lead. The sale price, conditions and speed of the sale exceeded our expectations. Andrew's negotiation skills were seriously good. Presenting us with 4 offers and explaining the pros and cons of each one. Selling our property in essentially 2 days. Which is pretty unheard of in this market. Andrew and Rachael were flawless in their communication, super accommodating and prompt. You will have our business for life and we will most certainly forward the details of Andrew, Rachael and Bayleys to friends and family looking to purchase or sell in the future. Super grateful to have Andrew, Rachael and Bayleys in our corner during this process.
100% recommend Andrew and Bayleys Havelock North
Andrew has extensive experience in the industry and was easy to communicate with. We are grateful to Andrew for his flexibility, perseverance and guidance in successfully completing the marketing and sale of our property. We recommend Andrew as an excellent agent to anyone wanting a smooth and low stress experience selling their property in this difficult market.
Professional transaction of my home. Right from preparing the sale through to the final inspection. Would highly recommend Andrew, for anybody Considering selling.
Working with Andrew to sell our home was a fantastic experience from start to finish. His understanding of the market was obvious right away, every suggestion he made, from how to present the house to when to list, felt spot‑on and made a real difference. He worked incredibly hard throughout the whole process, staying on top of every detail, communicating with buyers, and negotiating confidently on our behalf. Thanks to his effort and expertise, we ended up with a result that was better than we expected. We always felt informed, supported, and in very capable hands. If you want an agent who knows the market inside and out and genuinely puts in the work to get you the best outcome, Andrew is absolutely the best choice.
Andrew was great. Very helpful and helps making the process positive and care free. Had lots of local contacts to make the house ready for sale.
Andrew communicated as he needed to and had sound negotiating skills. He set out a process and we followed it resulting in a good outcome. We have bought and sold houses with Andrew now and each time been very happy with the outcome.
Very easy to deal with - helpful, good comms, knowledgeable and straight up! I would highly recommend Andrew to anyone looking to buy or sell in Havelock North!
Andrew and Rachael once again delivered an outstanding result for us. Their professionalism, great communication and guidance in a tricky market was invaluable. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to sell.
Good communication: knowledgeable about the property we purchased. Very professional.
We thoroughly enjoyed working with Andrew and couldn't recommend him more highly. He supported us through both the sale of our previous home and the purchase of our new family home, making what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and well managed. Andrew's communication was outstanding throughout, clear, timely and honest. What really stood out was how genuinely invested he was in achieving the best outcomes for us. We always felt supported and well looked after. We would happily recommend Andrew to anyone buying or selling and look forward to working with him again in the future.
Open and Honest Communication: During a hectic weekend filled with open home viewings in Hawkes Bay, we had the pleasure of meeting Andrew. As we were visiting from out of town, we encountered many agents over the weekend, but Andrew stood out as one of the most engaging and professional among them. His willingness to assist us was evident when he promptly organised an additional viewing immediately after the weekend, accommodating our travel schedule as we were returning home. Support and Teamwork: Although we experienced a setback and were unable to meet Andrew as planned, Rachael stepped in and provided invaluable help. She assisted us with all the necessary paperwork, ensuring we were prepared to participate as phone bidders in the auction. This support was instrumental in alleviating any stress associated with the process. Successful Outcome: Thanks to the excellent teamwork between Andrew and Rachael, we successfully secured the property at auction. The entire bidding and negotiation experience was made as stress-free as possible, and we are extremely pleased with the outcome. We look forward to moving to Hawkes Bay and beginning this new chapter.
Great communication and professionalism
We found Andrew to thoroughly professional and extremely helpful with all our requests for information.
Andrews always very helpful. He knows us well & understands our needs
Andrews communication through the process was top notch. His expert advice through the process was much appreciated
Easy, straight forward and professional. Good experience dealing with Andrew. Clear communication is always great.
Andrew provided sound advice and worked alongside me the whole way. Andrew went above and beyond to ensure the best sales outcome was achieved.
Andrew provided sound advice and worked alongside me the whole way. Andrew went above and beyond to ensure the best sales outcome was achieved.
We had a really positive experience with Andrew, buying our first home. He was easy to deal with, explained things clearly, and was always quick to respond on WhatsApp, which we really appreciated. His support and straightforward approach made the whole process feel much less stressful. We'd happily recommend him to others.
Our experience with Andrew from the first open home to the purchase of Dinneen Close was top notch. A great communicator who kept us in the loop at all times. We are now selling our house through Andrew.
We recently purchased through Andrew Rochester and the experience could not have been better. Andrew's genuine and down to earth approach made the whole process stress free and enjoyable. He was open, approachable, and always kept us well informed, which gave us complete confidence in our purchase. The service we received was so good that we have since engaged Andrew to sell another one of our properties. That decision alone speaks volumes about the trust and confidence we have in him. We would not hesitate to recommend Andrew to anyone looking to buy or sell he truly goes above and beyond.
My experience with Andrew Rochester has been outstanding. His market knowledge is excellent-he has a deep understanding of the industry and provides clear, accurate insights that really add value. Communication with him is always prompt, professional, and easy to follow, which makes the process smooth and stress-free. His professionalism stands out as he consistently goes the extra mile to ensure everything is handled to the highest standard. Overall, top-class service. Do you want me to make this sound more formal and business-like, or more casual and personal (like a testimonial)?
Andrew has a great knowledge of the current market and area
Andrew was great to work with throughout the sale of 88 Foster Lane. He communicated clearly, kept things moving, and gave us solid advice at each stage. His approach felt straightforward and professional, and we always knew where things were at. Overall, a smooth process and a good result - we'd happily work with him again.
We have just had a wonderful experience dealing with two of your Team, Andrew Rochester and Rachael Bryant. We wanted to say a huge thank you to Bayleys, your team and also share with you our experience. This was a first house sale for us and right from the start we were well supported. We were presented with a marketing and pricing strategy unique to our situation. Never once were we pushed to go into a direction which was very refreshing. But put full trust in the process recommended to us. The strategy for our circumstance was perfect and we followed their lead. The sale price, conditions and speed of the sale exceeded our expectations. Andrew's negotiation skills were seriously good. Presenting us with 4 offers and explaining the pros and cons of each one. Selling our property in essentially 2 days. Which is pretty unheard of in this market. Andrew and Rachael were flawless in their communication, super accommodating and prompt. You will have our business for life and we will most certainly forward the details of Andrew, Rachael and Bayleys to friends and family looking to purchase or sell in the future. Super grateful to have Andrew, Rachael and Bayleys in our corner during this process.
100% recommend Andrew and Bayleys Havelock North
Andrew has extensive experience in the industry and was easy to communicate with. We are grateful to Andrew for his flexibility, perseverance and guidance in successfully completing the marketing and sale of our property. We recommend Andrew as an excellent agent to anyone wanting a smooth and low stress experience selling their property in this difficult market.
Professional transaction of my home. Right from preparing the sale through to the final inspection. Would highly recommend Andrew, for anybody Considering selling.
Working with Andrew to sell our home was a fantastic experience from start to finish. His understanding of the market was obvious right away, every suggestion he made, from how to present the house to when to list, felt spot‑on and made a real difference. He worked incredibly hard throughout the whole process, staying on top of every detail, communicating with buyers, and negotiating confidently on our behalf. Thanks to his effort and expertise, we ended up with a result that was better than we expected. We always felt informed, supported, and in very capable hands. If you want an agent who knows the market inside and out and genuinely puts in the work to get you the best outcome, Andrew is absolutely the best choice.
Andrew was great. Very helpful and helps making the process positive and care free. Had lots of local contacts to make the house ready for sale.
Andrew communicated as he needed to and had sound negotiating skills. He set out a process and we followed it resulting in a good outcome. We have bought and sold houses with Andrew now and each time been very happy with the outcome.
Very easy to deal with - helpful, good comms, knowledgeable and straight up! I would highly recommend Andrew to anyone looking to buy or sell in Havelock North!
Andrew and Rachael once again delivered an outstanding result for us. Their professionalism, great communication and guidance in a tricky market was invaluable. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to sell.
Good communication: knowledgeable about the property we purchased. Very professional.
We thoroughly enjoyed working with Andrew and couldn't recommend him more highly. He supported us through both the sale of our previous home and the purchase of our new family home, making what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and well managed. Andrew's communication was outstanding throughout, clear, timely and honest. What really stood out was how genuinely invested he was in achieving the best outcomes for us. We always felt supported and well looked after. We would happily recommend Andrew to anyone buying or selling and look forward to working with him again in the future.
Open and Honest Communication: During a hectic weekend filled with open home viewings in Hawkes Bay, we had the pleasure of meeting Andrew. As we were visiting from out of town, we encountered many agents over the weekend, but Andrew stood out as one of the most engaging and professional among them. His willingness to assist us was evident when he promptly organised an additional viewing immediately after the weekend, accommodating our travel schedule as we were returning home. Support and Teamwork: Although we experienced a setback and were unable to meet Andrew as planned, Rachael stepped in and provided invaluable help. She assisted us with all the necessary paperwork, ensuring we were prepared to participate as phone bidders in the auction. This support was instrumental in alleviating any stress associated with the process. Successful Outcome: Thanks to the excellent teamwork between Andrew and Rachael, we successfully secured the property at auction. The entire bidding and negotiation experience was made as stress-free as possible, and we are extremely pleased with the outcome. We look forward to moving to Hawkes Bay and beginning this new chapter.
Great communication and professionalism
We found Andrew to thoroughly professional and extremely helpful with all our requests for information.
Andrews always very helpful. He knows us well & understands our needs
Andrews communication through the process was top notch. His expert advice through the process was much appreciated
Easy, straight forward and professional. Good experience dealing with Andrew. Clear communication is always great.
Andrew provided sound advice and worked alongside me the whole way. Andrew went above and beyond to ensure the best sales outcome was achieved.
Andrew provided sound advice and worked alongside me the whole way. Andrew went above and beyond to ensure the best sales outcome was achieved.