Lee Watkins Real Estate

02/11/2026

Two homes, nearly 2.2 hectares, and plenty of room to live life your way.

📍 292 Racecourse Road, Cambridge

From the character-filled 1920s home and self-contained cottage to the established gardens, paddocks and equestrian facilities, there's a lot to love about this property.

Ideal for those looking for more space, extended family living, or a lifestyle with horses close to Cambridge. 🐎

🎥 Come and take a look around with me!

Auction Thursday 26 November, 2pm (unless sold prior)

🔗 View the full property details:
https://www.leewatkins.co.nz/property/292-racecourse-road-cambridge

Private viewings only — get in touch to arrange yours.

22/10/2026

Take a walk through 16 Waimarie Street, Nawton 🏡

This is a home with plenty to like — comfortable living, a generous section and lots of potential to make it your own.

If you’re looking for a solid first home, an investment, or simply somewhere with a bit more space around you, this one is well worth a look.

Have a watch through, and if you’d like to see it properly in person, just get in touch.

For more info visit: https://www.leewatkins.co.nz/property/16-waimarie-street-nawton-hamilton

19/10/2026

Spring has brought more homes onto the market, with 992 properties available across Hamilton at the end of September.

Sales have slowed and buyers are taking more time to make decisions, yet the median sale price actually increased by $14,000 during the month.

So what does this mean if you're thinking about selling before Christmas? Or if you're looking to buy while there's more choice available?

In my latest market update, I look beyond the headline figures, share what I'm seeing locally and offer some practical advice for both buyers and sellers.

👉 Read my September Hamilton Property Market Insights:
https://www.leewatkins.co.nz/property-brief/hamilton-property-market-insights-for-september-2026

Hamilton's September 2026 property market saw more listings, slower sales and a higher median price. Lee shares practical advice for buyers and sellers.

13/10/2026

Would you automatically rule out a home because it has a direct-fixed monolithic exterior? 🏠

It’s understandable to be cautious. But many of these homes also have a great deal going for them—generous proportions, excellent indoor–outdoor flow, established landscaping and practical family layouts.

They may offer features and locations that would be difficult, or considerably more expensive, to find in a newer home.

That doesn’t mean overlooking the risks. It means pausing, asking the right questions and completing thorough due diligence 🔍

With the right reports, property records and professional advice, you can assess the individual home properly rather than making a decision based on the cladding label alone.

I’ve covered some of the things worth investigating in my latest Property Brief 👇

https://www.leewatkins.co.nz/property-brief/direct-fixed-monolithic-exteriors-a-reason-to-investigate-not-walk-away

Buying or selling a direct-fixed monolithic home in Hamilton? Learn how expert inspections and maintenance records can help you make informed decisions.

06/10/2026

🎃 HALLOWEEN COLOURING COMPETITION 🎃

Win a $50 Prezzy Card—plus spot prizes!

Winnie has transformed into a suspicious-looking spider, while Dudley has gone full zombie. Now they need your help finishing their Halloween makeover! 🐾

Download and colour the page for your chance to win:

🎁 A $50 Prezzy Card
✨ Plus additional spot prizes
📅 Entries close Tuesday 27 October 2026
📍 Open to people living in Hamilton and the surrounding areas

Once finished, take a photo or scan your entry and email it to [email protected]—or drop it into the Harcourts Chartwell office.

Download the colouring page and see the competition details:

https://www.leewatkins.co.nz/property-brief/halloween-colouring-competition

Good luck—and happy colouring from Lee, Winnie & Dudley! 🎃🐾

30/08/2026

The recent winter weather has certainly given us a bit of everything, but despite the cold and rain, it has been another busy and rewarding month in real estate.

Last month brought some encouraging signs for Hamilton as we head towards spring. The city's median sale price rose 3.4% from June and 4.3% from July last year. Buyers remain active, while low stock levels are limiting choice and creating a potential opportunity for homeowners considering selling.

I unpack July's market figures, share what I’m seeing firsthand and explain what it all means for Hamilton buyers and sellers 🏠

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/hamilton-property-market-insights-july-2026-lee-watkins-s9kye/

There are encouraging signs in Hamilton’s property market as we head towards spring. The city’s median sale price reached $776,750 in July, based on 224 sales—up 3.

30/08/2026

After two multi offer presentations, we have now SOLD the stunning 27 Alconbury Drive, Rototuna North. My lovely vendors can now move on to their new chapter while a lovely family moves in to their ‘home under the palms’. Congratulations guys! Harcourts Hamilton

25/08/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐚 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞?🐾

For me, these two certainly have something to do with it — along with the man behind the camera.

I spend a lot of time talking about houses, but a home is really about the people — and pets — we share it with.

Winnie and Dudley bring plenty of personality, a little chaos and a lot of happiness to ours.

Happy International Dog Day from me and the Property Pups. 🐾🏡

20/08/2026

An accepted offer doesn’t always mean a property is sold—and it certainly doesn’t mean the work stops there.

At 14 East Street, we kept actively marketing the property after the first conditional offer was accepted. That meant continuing to follow up with interested buyers, responding to new enquiries and making sure we had other options if the original sale didn’t proceed.

That approach paid off.

We ended up with three separate multi-offer situations, continued buyer competition and, ultimately, an unconditional sale 💪

It’s a great example of why keeping the momentum going right through to an unconditional sale can make such a difference for a vendor.

Read the full story 👇

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-conditional-offer-unconditional-sale-why-matters-lee-watkins-0ieje/

Strong marketing and consistent buyer follow-up saw 14 East Street attract excellent interest from the moment it reached the market. Busy open homes and numerous private viewing requests resulted in an conditional offer within the first 10 days.

16/07/2026

JUST SOLD! We are thrilled to have just sold Harry and Jenna’s first home in Fitzroy as they move to a new home, giving their next Gen more space to grow! Congratulations guys 🏘️🍾🎉