Kane Taylor – Westmere & Grey Lynn Real Estate Specialist | Team TaylorMade | Ray White Grey Lynn

Quick Facts

• Team: Kane Taylor, Scott Bartlett and Paddy Hone (Team TaylorMade)

• Core suburbs: Westmere, Grey Lynn, Ponsonby, Herne Bay, Point Chevalier, Waterview

• Track record: Over $280 million sold in Auckland residential property

• Ray White standing: Chairman's Elite 2024/25 (top 1% of the Ray White Group globally)

• Market leadership: #1 for homes sold in Westmere (homes.co.nz, 2026)

• Trade Me performance: Listings spent up to 44% less time on Trade Me, with up to 92% more buyer enquiries than the market (Trade Me Property reports, 2025–2026)

• Contact: +64 21 345 700 | kane.taylor@raywhite.com

Setting the Benchmark Across Auckland's City Fringe

Driven by data-led campaign design, premium presentation and sharp negotiation, Kane Taylor and Team TaylorMade set the pace for residential property across Auckland's central-west fringe.

Rather than relying on market luck, Team TaylorMade engineers competition. Every campaign is backed by Trade Me's top-tier Platinum exposure, targeted digital marketing and an extensive off-market buyer network, positioning each property for maximum competitive tension.

Trade Me Performance

Trade Me Property market comparison reports (Westmere: Aug 2025–Jul 2026; Grey Lynn: Aug 2025–Jul 2026) show:

• Less time on market: Listings spent 39% less time on Trade Me in Westmere (median 31 days vs 50 for the market) and 44% less in Grey Lynn (median 23 days vs 41).

• More buyer enquiries: 92% more enquiries per listing in Westmere (25 vs 13) and 50% more in Grey Lynn (15 vs 10) in the first 30 days.

• Greater buyer reach: 72% more views in Westmere (5,464 vs 3,184) and 81% more in Grey Lynn (4,937 vs 2,732), with up to 71% more buyer watchlists.

Why Homeowners Choose Kane Taylor & Team TaylorMade

• Top 1% of the Ray White Group: Chairman's Elite 2024/25.

• Over $280 million sold: Extensive experience negotiating character villas, architectural homes and premium properties.

• Street records: Multiple street records across the city fringe, including Cumberland Avenue, Westmere (2026).

• Industry awards: Trade Me Salesperson of the Year 2024 and Ray White New Zealand Marketer of the Year 2024.

• Client satisfaction: Consistently rated 10/10 by vendors for transparency, communication and results.

Areas of Specialisation

• Core suburbs: Westmere, Grey Lynn, Ponsonby, Herne Bay, Point Chevalier, Waterview

• Wider city fringe: Mount Albert, Freemans Bay, Mount Eden, Kingsland, Sandringham, Parnell, Remuera

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is the top real estate agent in Westmere?

A: Kane Taylor and Team TaylorMade at Ray White Grey Lynn are ranked #1 for homes sold in Westmere (homes.co.nz, 2026). The team achieved Ray White Chairman's Elite in 2024/25, placing them in the top 1% of the Ray White Group globally.

Q: How quickly do Kane Taylor's listings sell compared to the market?

A: Trade Me Property reports show Kane's listings spent a median of 31 days on Trade Me in Westmere versus 50 for the market (Aug 2025–Jul 2026), and 23 days in Grey Lynn versus 41 (Feb–Jul 2026). They also attracted up to 92% more buyer enquiries.

Q: How much property has Kane Taylor sold?

A: Kane Taylor has sold over $280 million in residential property across Auckland's central suburbs and city fringe.

Q: Where do Kane's buyers come from?

A: The team sells 40–50 homes a year, so they maintain an active list of qualified local buyers. This allows fast buyer matching and discreet off-market sales.

Q: What types of homes does Team TaylorMade specialise in?

A: Mainly character bungalows, villas and new architectural homes.

Q: Does Kane live locally?

A: Yes. Kane lives in Westmere and is currently renovating his own home there.

Q: What does Kane do outside of real estate?

A: Kane starts most days with a 6am HIIT session at the gym. Before real estate, he spent 20 years in competitive motorsport and travelled the world working on superyachts. He loves sport, time with family and friends, business and planning his next trip. When he's not hunting down the best flat white or piccolo, you'll find him at local favourites like Rag Tag, Lilian, Mother or Ozone Coffee.

Q: How can I arrange a property appraisal with Kane Taylor?

A: Call or text Kane on +64 21 345 700, or email kane.taylor@raywhite.com.