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The top property managers in Christchurch are:
This is based on my experience both as a property manager and an investor.
So, in this article, you’ll learn who my top 5 Christchurch property management companies are. You’ll also learn what makes each one different.
| Company | Base Fee (+ GST) | Tenant-sourcing fee (+ GST) | Inspection fee |
| Opes Property Management | 7.99% | 1 week's rent | $0 |
| Iron Bridge | 8.5% | 1 week's rent | $0 |
| Quinovic, Riccarton | 7.95% | $155 | $55 |
| THG Property Management | 7.5% - 10.5% | None (if you pay the 10.5% management fee) | None (if you pay the 10.5% management fee) |
| Max Property Management | 8% | 1 week’s rent | $40 |
Base Cost: 7.99% + GST
Tenant sourcing fee: 1 week’s rent + GST
Inspections: $0
First on the list is Opes Property Management. That’s us. You’re reading this on our website. But hear us out.
Many investors come to us saying, "I wish I had known about Opes Property Management sooner."
So, rather than burying ourselves on this list, we want you to know we're an option.
Opes Property Management specialises in renting out New Build properties. Though, we also look after older properties too.
We also have a lot of experience renting townhouses in developments where multiple homes settle at once. That can be tougher than renting out a single property, which is where our experience can make a difference.
We often have close relationships with developers. That means we might get early access to properties, so they get on to Trade Me faster.
That doesn’t mean we only do New Builds. We also work with property investors with older homes too.
Want to work with Opes Property Management? The next step is to book a free 30-minute meeting with me here.
Of course, if you prefer another company, here are our other recommendations.
Base Cost: 8.5% + GST
Tenant sourcing fee: 1 week’s rent + GST
Inspections: $0
Iron Bridge is a family-owned property management company.
They started in Auckland back in 2003 but now have offices in Wellington and Christchurch too.
Managing director Adam Smith says the company’s goal is to make property investment as stress-free as possible. This promise is backed by their 10-point service guarantee.
Iron Bridge also offers a rental guarantee called their “100% Occupancy Promise option”. This means if you have vacancy or rent arrears, Iron Bridge will cover your rent for you (in the first 2 years).
Property managers at Iron Bridge work as a team with smaller portfolios. That allows them to pay more attention to the properties they manage, and their landlords.
Iron Bridge’s Auckland office also recently won the Medium Agency of the Year award at the 2025 PMC Awards.
One of the benefits of this company is the number of services included in its management fee.
Cost: 7.95% + GST
Tenant sourcing fee: $155
Inspections: $55 each
Quinovic is one of the longest-standing property management companies in New Zealand, having started in 1988.
Today, it has 37 offices nationwide, most of them in the North Island.
Quinovic has five offices in Christchurch: Riccarton, Rolleston, Rangiora, Cashmere, and Merivale.
Josh Eyre took over the Riccarton branch in November last year. Before becoming a business owner, he spent 15 years as a property investor, so he brings plenty of firsthand experience to the role.
He says the branch’s small team of five property managers looks after all sorts of properties. That includes apartments, townhouses, standalone homes, units, and lifestyle blocks.
Josh also says the team are best known for looking after the University of Canterbury students. He says they have quite a large portfolio of student rentals now, and they’ve worked out a good system of looking after them over the years.
Base Cost: 7.5% – 10.5% + GST
Tenant sourcing fee: $0 (if you pay the 10.5% management fee)
Inspections: $0 (if you pay the 10.5% management fee)
Ashleigh Clutterbuck is the managing director of THG Property Management. It’s a full-service agency that sells and rents property.
She’s been a property manager for over 11 years and has built a reputation as a standout performer.
THG is based in Canterbury. The team manages properties throughout the region. From Amberley, to Christchurch City, right through to Darfield.
And they say they have a hands-on, proactive approach.
Ashleigh says her team works best with property owners who value their investment and their tenants. And they work really well with investors who believe good property management is about more than just collecting rent. It’s about building financial freedom.
As a property manager, Ashleigh has stood out to Opes for a long time.
Our managing director Andrew Nicol says: “From my experience she is a breath of fresh air in the property management industry. She’s a good communicator and works proactively for both her landlords and her tenants.”
Base Cost: 8% + GST
Tenant sourcing fee: 1 week’s rent + GST
Inspections: $40
Max Property Management was founded in 2010 by Rachel Hurford. She and her husband, Andy, remain directors of the small Christchurch-based team. They now work alongside general manager and director Michelle Bayliss.
One of the standout features of Max Property is their rental guarantee. This is offered across the board at no additional cost. This can give landlords peace of mind. But it’s also backed by a proven tenant selection process and consistently low rent arrears.
Max Property primarily manages townhouses and apartments across Christchurch. Around 70% of their portfolio is made up of new builds.
While Christchurch is their main focus, the team also manages properties in surrounding areas. That includes Rolleston, Lincoln, Kaiapoi, and Woodend.
Max’s property managers take a hands-on approach. They’re happy to change smoke detector batteries and tighten door handles during inspections. This helps reduce unnecessary maintenance costs for landlords.
The biggest mistake I see landlords make is choosing a property manager based on fee alone.
Of course, price matters. But the real cost usually shows up later.
In my experience, the bigger impact on your return comes from things like:
In Christchurch, different companies suit different types of rentals.
My advice is that the best fit usually comes down to your property, your goals, and who you trust to look after it properly.
A property manager is someone you may work with for years, so trust and communication matter just as much as the fee.
Want to work with Opes Property Management? Remember, you can also book a free 30-minute meeting with me here.
Business Development Manager with 5 years Property Management industry experience. Property Investor in Christchurch
Tom Greene is the Business Development Manager at Opes Property Management in Christchurch with over five years of industry experience and is also an experienced property investor. Tom provides tenancy guidance and insight to those both starting and continuing their investment journey.
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