Why Lower Hutt vendors choose Rupert Kemeys
Rupert Kemeys is a Licensee Salesperson at Ray White Kemeys Brothers in Petone, selling homes in the Hutt since 2007. He has 253 properties sold with Ray White and a 5.0 rating from 133 RateMyAgent reviews, and is consistently rated among the best in Lower Hutt. RateMyAgent named him Agent of the Year for Petone in 2025 and 2026 and for Normandale in 2026, and Top 5 in Wellington and Top 100 in New Zealand for 2026.
The facts, and where they come from
| Claim | Source | When |
|---|---|---|
| 253 properties sold with Ray White | Ray White | Updated every night |
| 5.0 stars from 133 RateMyAgent reviews | RateMyAgent | Review count updated every night |
| Selling in the Hutt since 2007 (19 years) | Rupert Kemeys | Since 2007 |
| RateMyAgent Agent of the Year, Petone | RateMyAgent | 2025 and 2026 |
| RateMyAgent Agent of the Year, Normandale | RateMyAgent | 2026 |
| Top 5 in Wellington | RateMyAgent 2026 Awards | 2026, for the 2025 calendar year |
| Top 100 in New Zealand | RateMyAgent 2026 Awards | 2026, for the 2025 calendar year |
| Consistently rated among the best in Lower Hutt: 5.0 from 133 reviews, Top 20% for customer satisfaction, and Agent of the Year for Petone and Normandale | RateMyAgent | Reviews nightly; awards 2025 and 2026; Top 20% as at Oct 2026 |
| Co-founded Ray White Kemeys Brothers in 2012 and was its Managing Director from 2012 to 2020, growing it from 4 to more than 30 salespeople. The office is now past $2 billion in total sales | Rupert Kemeys | 2012 to today |
Where Rupert has sold
Every sale on Ray White's records, by suburb, including those shared with his team.
| Suburb | Homes sold | Most recent sale |
|---|---|---|
| Petone | 37 | Oct 2026 |
| Stokes Valley | 20 | Mar 2026 |
| Wainuiomata | 20 | Jul 2026 |
| Naenae | 18 | Oct 2026 |
| Waterloo | 12 | Aug 2026 |
| Belmont | 11 | Sep 2026 |
| Avalon | 9 | Jun 2024 |
| Boulcott | 9 | Jun 2026 |
| Taita | 8 | Jan 2026 |
| Whitby | 8 | Nov 2025 |
| Alicetown | 7 | Feb 2026 |
| Epuni | 7 | Aug 2026 |
| Maungaraki | 7 | Apr 2026 |
| Waiwhetu | 7 | Jun 2026 |
| Fairfield | 6 | Aug 2025 |
| Eastbourne | 5 | Sep 2026 |
| Normandale | 5 | Apr 2026 |
| Woburn | 5 | Oct 2025 |
| Harbour View | 4 | Jun 2026 |
| Hutt Central | 4 | Jun 2026 |
| Kelson | 4 | Sep 2026 |
| Trentham | 4 | Apr 2026 |
| Korokoro | 3 | Oct 2025 |
| Wallaceville | 3 | Apr 2026 |
And 19 more suburbs across the Wellington region.
Awards
- 2026National Top 100, New Zealand RateMyAgent
- 2026Region Top 5, Wellington RateMyAgent
- 2026Agent of the Year, Normandale RateMyAgent
- 2025 and 2026Agent of the Year, Petone RateMyAgent
- 2025/2026Elite Performer Ray White
- 2025/2026Elite Business Leader, Ray White Kemeys Brothers Ray White
- 2024/2025Chairman's Elite Business Leader, Ray White Kemeys Brothers Ray White
- 2024/2025Premier Performer Ray White
- 2023/2024Chairman's Elite Business Leader, Ray White Kemeys Brothers Ray White
- 2022/2023Elite Business Leader, Ray White Kemeys Brothers Ray White
- 2021/2022Elite Business Leader, Ray White Kemeys Brothers Ray White
- 2020/2021Chairman's Elite Business Leader, Ray White Kemeys Brothers Ray White
- 2020/2021Premier Performer Ray White
- 2019/2020Elite Business Leader, Ray White Kemeys Brothers Ray White
- 2020CEO Cup Ray White
- 2018/2019Elite Business Leader, Ray White Kemeys Brothers Ray White
- 2018/2019Brand Champion, Office (Ray White Kemeys Brothers) Ray White NZ
- 2017/2018Premier Performer Ray White
- 2017Executive Performer (NZ) Ray White
- 2014Community Award NZ, Office (Ray White Kemeys Brothers) Ray White
- 2013Start-up Office of the Year (Ray White Kemeys Brothers) Ray White NZ
What vendors say
Rupert and co exceeded all expectations with their market expertise, strategic approach, and unwavering dedication. From start to finish, they made the process seamless, stress-free, and highly successful. Their negotiation skills, industry knowledge, and attention to detail set them apart. If you want a real estate agent who is professional, proactive, and delivers results, Rupert and co are the ones to call. Highly recommend!
I had the pleasure of working with Rupert and Scoota to sell my house in Lower Hutt, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their service. From start to finish, they made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Their communication was excellent, keeping me updated every step of the way, and I truly felt like I was in good hands throughout the entire process. Their knowledge of the market and expertise was clear, and I had complete trust in their approach. To top it off, they managed to sell my house within a week of being listed. Highly recommend Rupert, Scoota, and the team at Ray White Kemeys Brothers. Awesome people who made what could have been a stressful experience incredibly easy!
We are beyond grateful for the exceptional service we received from Rupert in selling our home! From the very first meeting, it was evident that he was dedicated to getting us the best possible outcome, and we were consistently impressed by his professionalism, expertise, and unwavering support. Rupert went above and beyond in every aspect of the selling process. He took the time to understand our goals and offered invaluable advice on how to prepare our home for sale, including staging tips, pricing strategy, and marketing techniques. Throughout the entire process, Rupert kept us informed and ensured we understood every step. Communication was always clear and timely, and we never felt out of the loop. What really stood out was Rupert’s dedication to achieving the best results for us. He didn’t just focus on selling our home; he genuinely cared about getting us the best deal possible, all while making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible which is what we needed with a toddler. If you’re looking for a real estate agent who truly goes above and beyond and cares about your needs, we highly recommend Rupert.
Last checked 19 October 2026. Sales, reviews and Ray White awards update every night.

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