Valuation Services

APL has been providing high-quality valuation services for more than thirty years. We are efficient because we have a valuation team with a substantial store of knowledge and experience. 

We provide valuation services for all residential, commercial and rural property types.

Our specialist sector expertise spans commercial accommodation, horticulture and viticulture properties, transmission sites, tourism properties, child-care centres, subdivisions, development land, and civic assets.

ALL OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY CONSULTANCY SERVICE PANEL PROVIDER

APL Property is proud to be a member of the Government Property Groups Property Consultancy Services Panel. 

OUR REGIONS

We provide valuation services to clients in the following regions.

       Queenstown Lakes

       Central Otago

        Invercargill and Southland
   (Insurance and Commercial)

       Taupō 

       Rotorua

       South Waikato

       Ruapehu

Our valuers are based in Queenstown, Wānaka, Cromwell, Alexandra and Taupō. 

OUR CLIENTS

Our clients include Government agencies, lending institutions, commercial property owners, property developers, private owners and investors, farmers, and telecommunications and other infrastructure owners. 

OUR SERVICES

We provide valuations for the purposes of:

      Market value

      Mortgage security and finance

      Market rental assessments

      Insurance cover 

      Construction / as if complete value

      Compensation 

      Financial reporting

      Body corporate unit entitlement

      Easement consideration

We also provide consulting services to developers and investors.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS 

OUR VALUERS - QUEENSTOWN LAKES AND CENTRAL OTAGO

BENJAMIN ROTTO: MPINZ, ANZIV, BCom(VPM), MInstD

Ben is a Director and a Registered Valuer at APL Property Valuation Ltd. Having lived in Queenstown for nearly 30 years, Ben is highly respected in the local community. He specialises in Residential, Lifestyle, Commercial, Industrial, and Motel valuations, with expertise in valuations for market value, mortgage security, insurance purposes and compensation.

As a Director at APL, Ben oversees all valuation services, ensuring the highest standards are maintained. His leadership has solidified APLs reputation as a trusted provider of accurate and reliable valuation services. Ben's deep understanding of property markets and technical knowledge, coupled with his extensive experience, enables him to take on complex valuation assignments and offer tailored advice to meet the specific needs of clients.

Ben is also a member of the Institute of Directors and currently serves as Vice President of the Property Institute of New Zealand (PINZ) playing an active role in shaping the future of the valuation profession. His involvement on both the PINZ board and the Finance Audit and Risk Management Committee demonstrates his commitment to upholding professional integrity and standards. 

Email: [email protected] 

Mobile: 027 220 1682

NICK RITCHIE: BBus (VPM), MPINZ

Nick is a Registered Valuer who began his career in Queenstown in a Property Advisory role, working for APL in commercial property, Body Corporate and Crown Property Management. After spending five fruitful years in the Hawkes Bay, he returned to the Queenstown Lakes district, the region he holds dear. 

Nick has extensive experienced in the valuation of residential and lifestyle property covering Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago Districts. Nick also travels to the Invercargil and Southland region for insurance and commercial valuation work. Nick has provided valuation services for a range of purposes including Market Value, Mortgage Security and insurance assessments. 

Nick's unwavering commitment to his craft, coupled with his in-depth knowledge of the local property markets, allows him to offer professional and reliable advice to clients, ensuring their needs are met with the utmost accuracy and integrity.

Email: [email protected] 

DDI: 03 03 442 4414

Mobile: 022 155 4705

LINDSAY BORRIE: ANZIV, SPINZ, B.Com Ag (VFM)

Lindsay has been in the valuation field in the lower South Island since 1985. He moved to Central Otago in 2001. Although he was working mainly in the Queenstown-Wakatipu Basin and Cromwell District, he soon found that his expertise took him throughout Central Otago.

Lindsay brings his extensive experience and knowledge to a wide range of property types. His current portfolio includes lifestyle and rural properties, as well as vineyards and cherry orchards, and residential dwellings and apartments. His experience in the Otago commercial sector also covers industrial properties and lodge accommodation.

Lindsay's vast knowledge ensures you will receive an informed perspective and reliable assessment.

Email: [email protected]

DDI: 03 777 4124

Mobile: 027 623 8648

SARAH MITCHELL: MPINZ, B.Com (VPM), PG Dip Comm

Sarah has more than 20 years of experience in the property industry and is a Registered Valuer and Member of the Property Institute and Institute of Valuers. Sarah has a Bachelor of Commerce in Valuation & Property Management and also has Post Graduate Diplomas in Rural Valuation, and e-Business. She originally worked in Canterbury, followed by a stint abroad working in Corporate Banking and IT.

Sarah returned to New Zealand and settled in Alexandra as a Registered Property Valuer. Since 2009, she has provided valuation services to residential, commercial and lifestyle property owners in the district.

Sarah has recently moved to Wanaka and is now undertaking project work at APL for the Queenstown Lakes District Council and Land Information New Zealand.

Email: [email protected]

Mobile: 021 244 9988

STACEY GIBBONS: B.Com, Dip Business Studies

Stacey joined the APL valuation team early in 2022, having lived in the Queenstown Lakes District for 9 years. With a background in education, teaching business and economics, Stacey made the decision to move into valuation after the arrival of children. Stacey holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Diploma in Business Studies. Stacey is a graduate member of the Property Institute of New Zealand. She is community minded and enjoys being involved with various groups and organisations within the district

Email: [email protected] 

DDI: 03 777 4079

Mobile: 027 540 3561

OUR VALUERS - TAUPŌ / ROTORUA DISTRICT

DENELLE CROUCHER: ANZIV, SPINZ, BBS (Valuation & Property Management)

Denelle Croucher offers a wide range of experience in urban valuation, including commercial, residential and lifestyle properties. Denelle is a Registered Valuer and an Associate of the New Zealand Institute of Valuers (ANZIV). She is also a Senior Member of the Property Institute of New Zealand (SPINZ).

Denelle became a Registered Valuer with Middleton Valuation (now known as TelferYoung) in Tauranga. She spent some time working for APL in the Queenstown-Lakes District, and now brings her expertise back to the North Island with a base in Taupō. Denelle offers valuations of commercial, residential and lifestyle properties in the Lake Taupō district and the central North Island. 

Email: [email protected]

DDI: 07 929 8943

Mobile: 027 209 7874