Braziers Limited

real estate — Upper Riccarton · Christchurch

About Braziers Limited

Braziers Limited is an independent real estate and property management company based at Unit 2, 245 Blenheim Road in Upper Riccarton, Christchurch. For more than 25 years the team has helped local people buy, sell, rent and manage property, building its reputation the slow way — a high percentage of new business arrives through referrals from delighted owners, year after year.

The company is deliberately local and self-directed. As Braziers puts it, 'we don't have to report to head office, as we are head office' — so decisions and improvements can be made on the spot by people who actually know the Christchurch market. Services span residential and commercial sales, open homes, recently sold results, market appraisals on request, a published overview of selling fees, and a searchable portal covering houses, units, apartments, land and commercial property.

Renters are looked after too, with residential and commercial rentals, a simple 3 Step Renting application process, FAQs and troubleshooting help. Property owners can hand their asset to a dedicated property management team supported by a letting guide, testimonials and tenancy resources, and Property Alert emails keep buyers and tenants up to date with new listings the moment they go live.

Beyond transactions, Braziers invests in its community through its Charities and Community programme, backing local causes and running a school programme. The office has two visitor car parks right outside the door, and the team can be reached on (03) 377 7477 or at [email protected], with news and listings also shared on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

Braziers Limited: Independent Real Estate & Property Management in Christchurch

On Blenheim Road in Upper Riccarton, Braziers Limited has spent more than 25 years helping Christchurch people buy, sell, rent and manage property. It is an independent company rather than a franchise branch — as the team puts it, "we don't have to report to head office, as we are head office" — and that independence shapes everything from how quickly decisions get made to how clients are treated.

A Quarter-Century Built on Referrals

Braziers sums up its success simply: provide a property management and real estate service that delights property owners, and new business keeps arriving through referrals year after year. A high percentage of the company's work comes from clients recommending it to friends, family and colleagues — the most reliable endorsement a local business can earn.

Because the company is its own head office, improvements can be made on the spot. Owners and landlords deal with people empowered to act, and the business stays accountable to its Christchurch clients rather than to a distant corporate structure.

Services Across the Property Lifecycle

Braziers covers the full range of property needs for both residential and commercial clients:

  • **Selling**: residential and commercial sales with open homes, a published overview of Braziers' selling fees, and market appraisals on request. A recently sold section lets prospective vendors see the team's actual results.
  • **Buying**: a searchable portal spanning houses, units, townhouses, apartments, flats, land and commercial property, alongside buyer and investor resources.
  • **Renting**: residential and commercial rentals, a simple 3 Step Renting application process, renting FAQs and troubleshooting guidance for tenants.
  • **Property management**: a dedicated PM team with its own letting guide, testimonials and tenancy resources for owners weighing up management options.

Property Alert emails tie it all together — buyers and renters can register to be notified the moment a matching listing goes live, rather than endlessly refreshing search results.

A Local Team with a Wide Patch

Braziers fields a sizeable roster of salespeople and property managers, and its listings stretch across Christchurch — from Addington, Riccarton and Fendalton to Sumner, New Brighton and Cashmere — as well as surrounding Canterbury centres such as Lincoln, Rolleston, Prebbleton, Kaiapoi, Rangiora and Ashburton. For clients, that means local knowledge of individual suburbs rather than a one-size-fits-all city pitch.

Community Beyond the Sale

The company's involvement doesn't stop at transactions. Its Charities and Community programme supports local causes and includes a dedicated school programme alongside the organisations it backs. For a business that has traded in the same city for a quarter of a century, that investment in the community is part of the same referral-driven story.

Visiting the Office

Braziers operates from Unit 2, 245 Blenheim Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041, with two visitor car parks right outside the front door. The team can be reached on (03) 377 7477 or at [email protected], and shares listings and company news on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram alongside its website.

Whether you're a first-time buyer watching the market, an owner considering selling, a landlord weighing up management options or a renter hunting for a home, Braziers positions itself as the local alternative to the big corporates — with 25 years of Christchurch referrals to back that up.

Signature items

  • Property Management
  • Residential & Commercial Sales
  • Market Appraisals
  • Property Alerts
  • Open Homes
  • 3 Step Renting

Menu

Buying

  • Residential Sales — Houses, units, townhouses and apartments for sale across Christchurch.
  • Commercial Property — Commercial offices, shops and land for buyers and investors.
  • Open Homes — Scheduled viewing times for current listings, published online.
  • Property Alert — Email notifications when new listings match your criteria.
  • Why Invest? — Resources and guidance for property investors.

Renting

  • Residential Rentals — Current homes available to rent across Christchurch and beyond.
  • Commercial Rentals — Commercial spaces available for lease.
  • 3 Step Renting — A simple three-step process for applying to rent.
  • Troubleshooting — Guidance for renters dealing with common tenancy issues.

Selling

  • Market Appraisal — Request an appraisal to understand what your property is worth.
  • Recently Sold — Browse the team's recent sales results across the region.
  • Selling Fees — A published overview of the Braziers fee structure.

Community

  • Who We Support — The charities and community organisations Braziers backs.
  • School Programme — Braziers' programme supporting local schools.

Property Management

  • Property Management — Full-service management by the dedicated Braziers PM team.
  • Letting Guide — A guide for owners preparing to let their property.
  • PM Testimonials — Feedback from owners using the management team.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Braziers Limited's office?
Unit 2, 245 Blenheim Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041, with two visitor car parks right outside the office.
What services does Braziers offer?
Residential and commercial sales, rentals, open homes, market appraisals and full property management.
How long has Braziers been in business?
More than 25 years, with a high percentage of new business arriving through client referrals.
Is Braziers part of a national franchise or group?
No — the company describes itself as independent, noting 'we don't have to report to head office, as we are head office.'
How do I find out what my property is worth?
You can request a market appraisal through the Braziers website.
How do I get notified about new listings?
Sign up for the Property Alert service to receive emails when new listings match your criteria.
How do I apply to rent a property through Braziers?
Braziers uses a simple 3 Step Renting process, with renting FAQs and troubleshooting resources available online.

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