About Abode

“There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to property management. Every home is unique.”

Abode is a boutique property management agency that provides property owners with the right support, expert knowledge of the local area, and a touch of warmth that only comes from a small business. Abode prides itself on providing efficient property management services with a personalised approach.

After bad experiences with property managers looking after her own home, Leigh was inspired to offer a better service. She wanted to bring something fresh, and started Abode Property Management with a focus on treating every home like it’s her own. Her flair for property management stems from her passion and ability to personally connect with people, especially her clients..

With over 10 years of experience, Abode especially understands the unique pockets of Auckland city’s central fringe suburbs.

About our Founder –
Leigh Richmond

My name is Leigh Richmond and I am mum to three adventure-loving kids, Emily, Olivia and Sam. I grew up in Auckland, now live in Westmere and am passionately involved in the community – you can regularly find me at Westmere school, at both the rugby and football clubs, and you may spot my Abode vehicle parked outside Seabreeze cafe, the Westmere butchery and/or Glengarry’s on any given day (maybe I shouldn’t write that ha?!) I am a foodie, I love coffee and my dream day is a sunny one at Pt Chev with a good book.

I take the time to get to know you and appreciate your lifestyle because I know that everyone has specific needs when it comes to managing their homes. I look forward to meeting you and helping you manage your property, wherever you may live.

“Leigh is a local and knows the market well, which is why we felt like we could really trust her.”

— Angela Hall

“Since I was living out of Auckland, I was looking for someone that was honest and reliable to manage my home. I went with Leigh because she fit those qualities and had a more hands-on and proactive approach, compared to others.”

— Bev Andrews

“We decided to go with Leigh because of her integrity and that we felt like we could trust her with our home.”

— Larne Edmeades

“I needed a property manager for my home whom I could rely on, and who was organised enough to deal with any issues immediately. Upon meeting with Leigh, I felt that I could trust her because of her knowledge of the market and area.”

— Trevor Bayly

“Leigh really goes the extra mile to make sure our home and our tenants are happy. Nothing is every too big of a problem for her.”

— Angela Hall

“What makes Leigh different to others is her personal approach to managing my home. She has a very bubbly personality and is always upfront and honest. It’s her boutique management style and her knowledge of the area that makes her stand out.”

— Bev Andrews

“Whenever there are any issues or concerns, Leigh is always prompt in resolving them. She truly exceeds the performance of previous property managers we’ve used and I think that comes down to her local knowledge and experience.”

— Larne Edmeades

“Leigh is an excellent property manager because she has a thorough process for letting tenants in and she is very rigorous in her property inspections. She seems to develop a good relationship with the tenants, which means I don’t have to worry about anything.”

— Trevor Bayly

“We feel very comfortable with Leigh managing our home in Auckland, now that we’re living in Christchurch. She is always very proactive in solving any problems that arise and her regular updates give us peace of mind. She is brilliant because we don’t have to worry about anything and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional property manager.”

— Angela Hall

Abode is a boutique property management agency based in Westmere, founded by Leigh Richmond. With over 10 years of experience, Leigh understands what is needed to successfully manage your property.

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