Michelle van Lienen

Local Expertise,
Global Connections

Michelle van Lienen began her impressive real estate career at 19, quickly rising to the top in residential sales of her previous national brand. Her deep ties to the Manawatu region — her home turf — have been pivotal in her success alongside her husband, John. Their combined experience, energetic approach, and steadfast dedication to client satisfaction have set them apart. As the co-founders of the renowned JVL Prestige Realty, they steered the firm to acclaim until 2014, after which Michelle turned her focus to balancing family life with their passion for real estate. Michelle's client-centred approach and John's renowned industry reputation offer a powerful blend of strategy and integrity. Together, they're a dynamic duo, bolstered by a skilled team, ensuring a smooth property transaction process. Known for navigating market shifts and providing reliable advice, Michelle and John’s partnership stands out for its innovation and expertise in the property sphere. Michelle prides herself on the attention to detail for all clients which is a rare quality in the real estate profession. She protects clients throughout their property transactions by ensuring all contractual documentation including legal contracts are correct. This provides confidence to the purchaser or vendor before signing such important documents. One of the many valuable skills Michelle offers her clients, is her flair and advice in preparing and staging a home for sale. This regularly makes a significant difference to the saleability and value of a home, helping it sell more quickly. For real estate service that combines a personal and determined touch with professional excellence, connect with Michelle van Lienen — a name is synonymous with trust and standout results.