Gretchen Paape
About Gretchen Paape

Following in the successful real estate footsteps of both her father and grandfather, Gretchen has built an outstanding reputation as one of Hawke's Bay's leading residential and lifestyle salespeople. After relocating from Arrowtown more than 25 years ago, she gained extensive experience in wine marketing before owning and operating a successful clothing business for a decade. Since entering real estate in 2014, Gretchen has consistently delivered exceptional results through her extensive networks, strategic marketing expertise, comprehensive local knowledge, and commitment to providing honest advice and outstanding service throughout every stage of the property journey.

With a proven track record across luxury property, family residences, lifestyle holdings, apartments, and townhouses, Gretchen has successfully represented homeowners at every level of the market.

Gretchen's achievements place her among the top performers within Bayleys nationwide. She is a multiple-time recipient of the Top 5% Bayleys Salespeople award and a member of the prestigious $400 Million Club. In 2025/2026, she was recognised as the #1 Residential Salesperson for Bayleys Eastern Realty and awarded #1 High Performance Team of the Year across Bayleys New Zealand. Supported by an experienced team with Sales Associate Erin Lambert, Campaign Managers Flick Salmon and Rachel Willis, and Marketing and Digital Content Coordinator Kelly Simmonds. Gretchen and her team are known for delivering a seamless, highly personalised experience while achieving exceptional outcomes for their clients.

Now let Gretchen achieve an exceptional result for you.

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Testimonials
Gretchen is the consummate professional - she conducts her business with integrity, a high degree of market knowledge and an effective open communication style in caring for her client. She has a natural exuberance and warmth which engenders trust and supports her wonderful marketing skillset. Gretchen is supremely supported by her team Erin and Hannah - they are extraordinarily efficient, capable and strong on nurturing the primary relationship. We would not hesitate to recommend Gretchen.- Claire
Gretchen sold us a property. She quickly worked out the kind of place that would suit us and while she was obviously representing the vendor she was also very attentive as far as we were concerned. In particular she was always very prompt in responding to our inquiries.- David
Gretchen's in depth knowledge of the market helped me secure a great property in a very competitive market. A pleasure to work with and was there for every step of the process. Would highly recommend and will certainly be in touch when looking to buy or sell again!- Henri
Great communication, excellent service. This is the third property we have purchased through Gretchen and are always impressed with her professional and personable manner, as well as the efficient service from Gretchen and her team of Erin and Hannah. We look forward to continuing to work with Gretchen in the future and highly recommend her to others.- Sarah
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