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Pat Lapalapa

Performance Director

Pat Lapalapa

Top 1% Ray White agent and South Auckland auction specialist. 12+ years and 800+ homes sold ($750M+ settled): NZ #10 Top Sales Agent and NZ #3 Auction Performance, 2025. Auction-led campaigns across Māngere, Papatoetoe, Ōtāhuhu, Manurewa and Flat Bush.

Coverage: Māngere, Papatoetoe, Ōtāhuhu, Manurewa & Flat Bush

About Pat

Twelve years. Top 1% Ray White internationally.

With more than 12 years in real estate, Pat Lapalapa has built a reputation as one of South Auckland's leading sales strategists and a top 1% performer within the Ray White network internationally.

Born and raised in Auckland with deep roots in South Auckland, Pat combines elite negotiation, high-performance leadership, and deep market knowledge across South and Central Auckland - from Manukau and Māngere through to Mt Wellington, Onehunga and Ōtāhuhu.

Part of the management and strategic leadership team at AT Realty Group, Pat is recognised as one of the founding architects behind the company's mega auction events - high-volume campaigns that have helped redefine auction success and buyer competition across Auckland.

A guest speaker at Ray White Connect - the company's flagship Australia and New Zealand conference - Pat is respected not only for his results, but for his leadership, auction expertise, and ability to build high-performing sales environments.

Known for his relentless work ethic, straight-talking approach, and ability to perform under pressure, Pat has become trusted for delivering premium outcomes through strategic campaigns, sharp auction execution, and modern data-driven marketing.

Career Highlights

  • Chairman's Elite - Top 1% Internationally
  • NZ Top Sales Agent - No. 10 (2025)
  • NZ Auction Performance - No. 3 (2025)
  • NZ Supreme Growth Agent - No. 2 (2025)
  • AT Realty Group Top Salesperson - No. 1 (2025)
  • Ray White Top Performing Salesperson (2020 to 2025)
  • Tony Fountain Auction Excellence Award (2024/2025)

Group Achievements - AT Realty Group

  • REINZ Agency of the Year (2024 & 2025)
  • International Business of the Year - Top 3 Internationally
  • International Office of the Year - Top 5 Internationally
  • NZ Auction Business of the Year - No. 1
  • NZ Sales Turnover - No. 1

Pat's philosophy is simple: create maximum competition, lead with integrity, and consistently deliver results that outperform the market.

Reviews

  • There is a reason why Pat is becoming a top agent in his area. Hard work, professionalism, and excellent communication to name a few.
    Matthew Willoughby · Papatoetoe
  • Outstanding service overall. Great market insights and understanding of what the buyers are wanting.
    Jim Dodd · Manurewa
  • Pat has exceptional skills and knowledge of the property market. He was quick to respond, and his communication is top notch.
    Brenda & Gary · Papatoetoe

Get in touch

021 0226 3886pat.lapalapa@raywhite.com

Every enquiry comes direct to the team. We'll route you to Pat.

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