Alan Vessey – Trusted Real Estate Specialist at Barfoot & Thompson Ellerslie
Alan Vessey is a seasoned residential salesperson with Barfoot & Thompson’s Ellerslie branch, bringing over 25 years of experience serving Ellerslie, Mt Wellington, and surrounding suburbs. Since starting in 1995, Alan has established himself as a go-to expert for homeowners looking to sell, landlords handling trust or deceased estate matters, and buyers seeking deep local insight.
Local Roots, Strong Motivation
Alan’s real estate journey began with a personal story that still guides his work today. Growing up, he witnessed his elderly father sell their family heritage home in Herne Bay for a price far below its true value—without professional representation. That experience inspired Alan to devote his career to ensuring his clients, especially older or vulnerable sellers, receive strong advocacy and fair outcomes.
Proven Track Record in Sales
Based at Barfoot & Thompson Ellerslie, Alan has handled dozens of property sales annually. Recent data shows he sold around 30 listings in the past year and managed over 44 sales worth more than $47.7 million in the last 24 months. His total confirmed career sales exceed 284 properties worth over $159 million. These figures reflect consistent performance—even in varied market conditions.
Clients consistently highlight Alan’s high integrity, communication skills, and negotiation ability. According to reviews and testimonials:
“Alan is a top negotiator who follows through and doesn’t leave any loose ends. He’s a true professional.”
“If we ever had to sell again, we would not hesitate in choosing him again.”
Other clients describe him as reliable, enthusiastic, and sensitive to their personal circumstances—especially those dealing with emotional or complex sales.
Tailored Marketing & Auction Expertise
Alan prides himself on designing bespoke marketing packages for each property, choosing strategies that best fit the home, vendor, and target audience. He is well practiced in auction campaigns—producing results that exceed vendor expectations through effective preparation, targeted advertising, and skilled negotiation.
His approach is focused, efficient, and personalised. Clients appreciate that he guides the process without pressure, maintains clear communication, and brings a dynamic but thoughtful style to every campaign.
Deep Community Connection
Having lived in Ellerslie, including owning a property on Amy Street in the 1980s, Alan’s personal connection to the area adds authenticity to his advice. He understands its housing stock—from early villas to modern developments—its parks, schools, and transport links, and the evolving nature of both the residential and investment markets.
He specialises particularly in Ellerslie and neighbouring suburbs such as Glen Innes, Panmure, Mt Wellington, Onehunga, St Johns, and Greenlane. This hyper-local focus ensures up-to-date market insights tailored to his neighbourhoods of choice.
Why Choose Alan Vessey?
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Reliability and integrity: grounded in a personal motivation to represent clients effectively and ethically.
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Strong sales record: consistently top-performing metrics in volume, value, and client satisfaction.
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Sensitive handling of complex sales: skilled in deceased estate, trust, and elderly seller transactions.
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Local expertise & genuine connection: an insider’s understanding of Ellerslie’s residential profile, market trends, and community culture.
Barfoot & Thompson Ellerslie Support
Working with Alan also means benefiting from the broader strengths of Barfoot & Thompson—New Zealand’s largest privately owned, non‑franchised real estate network. With over 75 branches across Auckland and Northland, extensive marketing resources, internal auction teams, and a collaborative
structure, clients gain wide exposure and operational efficiency while enjoying genuinely local service.
Get in Touch with Alan
If you’re considering selling your home in Ellerslie or surrounding suburbs, Alan Vessey offers an experienced, ethical, and client-focused approach. He delivers tailored marketing, robust negotiation, and sensitive support when it matters most. Contact him directly via phone at 021 663 000 or email a.vessey@barfoot.co.nz to request a free appraisal or consultation.
