Category: Christchurch Real Estate
New Zealand Housing Market: A Calm December Amidst Economic Uncertainty

The New Zealand property market experienced a relatively subdued December 2024, according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) and inflation figures from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ). While sales saw a slight uptick, price declines and economic uncertainties paint a complex picture for the market's imme...
New Zealand Housing Market Update: Downturn Slowing, First Time Buyers on the Rise

There are signs that the housing market downturn in New Zealand might be easing, according to the CoreLogic NZ Monthly Property & Economic Update for November 2024. While property values are still declining, the rate of decline is slowing. The CoreLogic Home Value Index (HVI) fell 0.5% in October, following a 0.4% drop in September. These are s...
Selling Your Christchurch Home Privately: A Quick Guide

Introduction Selling your Christchurch home privately can potentially save you on real estate agent commissions. However, it requires a strategic approach and a thorough understanding of the local market. This guide will provide valuable tips to help you navigate the process successfully. Understanding the Christchurch Real Estate Market B...
New Zealand’s Housing Market – Sep 2024 Updates: High Prices and Slow Recovery

New Zealand's residential property market continues to grapple with high prices, particularly in the Auckland region. In June 2024, the average sale price in Auckland reached approximately one million New Zealand dollars, the highest in the country. Auckland City, being the most populated city, reported an even higher average sale price of around 1...
New Zealand Housing Market Slumps in June Amidst Rising Listings and Waning Demand

The New Zealand housing market slumps experiencing a significant downturn in June, with the nationwide median sale price dropping by 1.3% year-on-year and house sales plummeting by 25.6% over the same period. Data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand reveals that this marks the worst sales count for a June month since 2008, with Auckland e...
NZ Recession: Brace for Impact on Housing Market

New Zealand's recent recession declaration has homeowners and aspiring buyers worried about the housing market's future. Experts warn of potential consequences and offer guidance for navigating this uncertain time. Recession's Ripple Effect Recessions, a natural part of the economic cycle, often follow periods of significant growth. The curre...
Breaking the Bubble: New Zealand’s Housing Market Reawakening

Recent data from OneRoof and its data partner Valocity reveal that house prices in every suburb across New Zealand have experienced an increase over the past five years. Notably, 10 suburbs have witnessed a remarkable doubling of property prices, with the most substantial surges occurring in the country's lower-priced regions. These trends primaril...
Navigating the current New Zealand Property Market: Insights and Trends

The New Zealand property market has always been a topic of interest for investors, first-home buyers, and economists alike. With the latest NZHL Property Report, we get a comprehensive overview of the current market dynamics, buyer activity, price trends, and more. This article aims to dissect these findings, offering a fresh perspective on what...
New Zealand Housing Market Outlook 2024

Over the past four years, the housing market has experienced significant fluctuations. Initially, house prices dipped in response to the COVID-19 pandemic but then skyrocketed by 40%. This surge led to the nationwide average property value peaking at $1.09 million in February 2022. However, prices subsequently dropped by 14%, reaching a low of $943...
New Zealand’s Real Estate Market in 2023: A Tale of Two Halves

The year 2023 has been an intriguing one for New Zealand's real estate market, aptly described as a 'year of two halves' in CoreLogic's Best of the Best report. The landscape of the country's real estate underwent significant shifts during the year, with declining sale volumes and house prices characterizing the first half, followed by a noticeable...