Julia Ashmore is a residential real estate salesperson based at 3 Deans Ave in Addington, Christchurch, helping clients sell homes throughout Canterbury. Her philosophy frames everything she does: 'People orientated. Results focused.' First and foremost about helping people, real estate comes a close second — and as Bayleys Canterbury's number one individual residential salesperson for the eighth year running, she has the results to back it up.
Julia's path to property was anything but ordinary. Born in England, she worked as a primary school teacher in city and rural schools and indulged her passion for creativity by starting a fine dining restaurant called 'Brief Encounters' on the platform of a Victorian railway station in Malvern. She emigrated to New Zealand in the early 1990s, raised four children, completed a Masters degree in Human Dynamics and Psychology, ran her own consulting business and lectured part-time at the University of Canterbury on personality type, conflict management and group dynamics.
After entering real estate in 2010 she quickly earned the Rookie of the Year title, and she is known for tackling any problem with tenacity, wisdom and wit. She understands firsthand the challenges of relocation, of downsizing without downgrading, and of selling a home after loved ones have passed on — lived experience that shapes the empathy and personal care she brings to every sale.
Clients can expect market research, pre-market advice, creative marketing backed by the Bayleys network, well-run open homes, skilled negotiation and carefully completed paperwork, with support that continues long after the sale. India Ashmore-Price, a Fine Arts graduate and licensed salesperson, runs the day-to-day office as Julia's right-hand woman. Whether you're ready to list or simply curious about your home's value, Julia is always open to a cup of coffee and a chat.
Ask Julia Ashmore what her business is really about, and the answer arrives before any talk of listings or sale prices: people. "First and foremost, I'm about helping people," is how she puts it. "Real estate comes a close second." It's a philosophy that has carried her from classrooms in England to a fine dining restaurant on a Victorian railway platform, and — since 2010 — to the top of the residential sales ranks at Bayleys Canterbury.
Based at 3 Deans Ave in Addington, Christchurch, Julia specialises in residential property sales throughout Canterbury. She is Bayleys Canterbury's number one individual residential salesperson for the eighth year running, a standing earned through personal care throughout the process, unfailing attention to detail, and a habit of routinely going the extra mile.
Julia's route to real estate was anything but direct. Born in England, she worked as a primary school teacher in both city and rural schools, indulging a passion for creativity and knowledge by starting a fine dining restaurant called 'Brief Encounters' — on the platform of a Victorian railway station in Malvern.
In the early 1990s she emigrated to New Zealand to raise her family of four children, completing a Masters degree in Human Dynamics and Psychology, successfully running her own consulting business, and lecturing part-time at the University of Canterbury on personality type, conflict management and group dynamics. A favourite maxim on her site is Aristotle's: "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit."
After entering real estate in 2010, Julia quickly snagged the Rookie of the Year title. Since then she has built a stellar sales record and a reputation for tackling any problem with tenacity, wisdom and wit. Problem solving and negotiation, she believes, are the key contributors to getting sellers the very best price.
She also brings lived empathy. Julia describes life as a "cocktail of experiences" and understands firsthand the challenges of relocation, of downsizing without downgrading, and of selling a home after loved ones have passed on. Those experiences shape how she guides clients through what is often one of the biggest transitions of their lives.
When you list a property with Julia, the process starts with market research — understanding the environment you're selling in and the price you may be able to achieve. She advises on actions to take before going to market to maximise your potential return, then markets the property using the resources of the Bayleys network along with her own above-and-beyond efforts to grab buyers' attention and build an emotional connection with your home.
Through the campaign she conducts open homes, shows the house to its best potential and follows up with potential buyers, negotiates to understand resistance and overcome hesitation, and makes sure the paperwork is completed for a smooth, finalised sale. She also connects clients with the professionals they need along the way — and keeps in touch after settlement, so you have a friendly, knowledgeable go-to consultant for any future property questions.
Behind the scenes, India Ashmore-Price runs the day-to-day side of the office. A Fine Arts graduate and a licensed real estate salesperson in her own right, India is the friendly voice at the end of the phone, the person who sorts out that last bit of paperwork, and the eye behind the design and detail that keeps everything running smoothly.
Julia works with clients at every stage of the sales process. If you're wondering whether it's the right time to sell, curious how the market is performing, or would like to organise a 'just out of interest' appraisal, she's happy to provide full and honest advice — think of her as a personal property advisor, at the ready with experience-based recommendations.
It doesn't matter whether you've just started considering selling or your dates and deadlines are ready to go. Get in touch through the website contact form, email [email protected], or call 027 243 5543 — and, as she says, there's always time for a cup of coffee and a chat.