Residential Auctions
On-site and in-room real estate auctions across Christchurch, designed to maximise competition and give buyers the confidence to bid.
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Ōtautahi Christchurch · Canterbury
Christchurch auctioneer for Canterbury and beyond.
Elizabeth Costley is a licensed real estate auctioneer and salesperson who calls residential, fundraising and event auctions across Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region.
Local auctioneer
A Canterbury auctioneer who knows the room.
If you are looking for a Christchurch auctioneer who combines market knowledge with calm command under pressure, Elizabeth Costley is the person behind the microphone. Based in Ōtautahi Christchurch, she works with agents and vendors throughout Canterbury and the South Island to deliver auctions that feel professional, transparent and genuinely engaging.
Elizabeth trained as a licensed real estate salesperson and auctioneer, and has built her reputation on preparation, clear communication and the ability to read a room. Whether it is an on-site residential auction, an in-room campaign or a fundraising event, she brings the same focus: build momentum, keep buyers confident and give the vendor the best possible result on the day.
As a female auctioneer in a traditionally male-led field, Elizabeth offers a fresh, approachable energy without sacrificing authority. She is proof that the best auction rooms are led by skill, not stereotypes. Her recent results speak for themselves: REINZ Rising Stars Champion 2024, Open Division finalist in 2025 and 2026, and LVD World Auctioneering Championships Senior Division runner up in 2026.
Elizabeth covers all of Christchurch and Canterbury, including on-site and in-room auctions in the city, surrounding suburbs and regional towns. She is available for real estate campaigns, charity auctions, corporate events and agent training sessions.
- 5+
- Years in real estate
- 2024
- Rising Stars champion
- Canterbury
- Christchurch based
Services
What Elizabeth can call for you
Agent Campaign Support
Pre-auction strategy, vendor education, buyer engagement and auction-day calling so your campaign runs from start to finish.
Charity & Event Auctions
Fundraising and event auctioneering that lifts the energy in the room and helps you raise more for the cause.
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Where the auction happens
Onsite Auctions
Sell at the property itself. Buyers can see, feel and walk through the home before they bid, creating a strong emotional connection on the day.
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Multiple properties in one professional auction room. Build momentum, share the audience and make auction day a true event.
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FAQ: Christchurch auctioneer & Canterbury auctions
What does a Christchurch auctioneer do?
A Christchurch auctioneer runs the public auction process for real estate, calling bids, building momentum and driving the final sale. They also work with agents and vendors to set strategy, manage buyer engagement and deliver a transparent result under the hammer.
Why book a local Canterbury auctioneer?
A local Canterbury auctioneer understands the Ōtautahi Christchurch market, buyer behaviour and neighbourhood values. They can tailor the campaign, read the room on auction day and connect with the region's real estate networks.
Can a female auctioneer call real estate auctions in Christchurch?
Yes. Elizabeth Costley is a licensed real estate auctioneer and salesperson who calls residential, fundraising and event auctions across Christchurch and Canterbury. She is a REINZ Rising Stars Champion and a national Open Division finalist.
Which areas does Elizabeth Costley cover?
Elizabeth calls auctions across Ōtautahi Christchurch, Canterbury and the wider South Island. She works on-site, in-room and online to suit each campaign and audience.
Contact
Book a Christchurch auctioneer.
Whether you are taking a property to auction in Christchurch, planning a Canterbury fundraising event, or want a straight answer about the local market — get in touch.
Phone
021 024 80994Licensed Salesperson & Auctioneer, Ōtautahi Christchurch. Licensed REAA (2008).