Whanganui property news
Dome home with views of the Milky Way doubles in price after Greek-style reno
Spectacular transformation of rundown property.
$135m distributed last year by iwi to members
Distributions paid have increased by around 35% in the last five years: Phil Barry, TDB.
Asset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwi
Most iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report
Three top new residences which won 2024 architecture awards
Outstanding designs displayed in Whanganui, Ōtautahi and Wānaka residential buildings.
Century-old Waverley business for sale
The SH3 store stayed within the same family for 100 years.
All Black's legacy lives on at Romney Lane Homestead
Celebrated all Black Sam Strahan called this farm home for much of his life.
Construction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on record
Data from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.
Water funding remains problem for councils
A rural mayor says there’s no incentive for councils to band together in new entities.
What happens next at Whakapapa, Tūroa skifields: First liquidators' report out
Liquidators will keep trading through the 2023 winter ski season.
'Transformational' shift in rural property values
A breakfast meeting with a rural focus was held at Barracks in Whanganui.
Architecture award winners include Chateau Tongariro and Whanganui museum exhibition
The Chateau embodied a timeless elegance and was rooted deeply in New Zealand’s heritage.
Property price moves have first-home buyers 'in a bind'
The average property price in Whanganui has dropped by $26,000 from three months ago.
Apartment buyer says project should not have taken so long
One of the buyers has died during the time it has taken to build the project.
Heritage building owners' challenge of preservation costs vs rentals
"We aren't here to make a fortune, we are here to save the building,"
Eight townhouses overlooking Virginia Lake planned
They were low maintenance, 'lock up and leave' type houses, Bernard Reuters said.
Ruapehu property values on rise as Whanganui market slows
First home buyers are starting to show up in the local housing market.
Whanganui home fetches record-breaking $2m
Before this, Whanganui's biggest sale was $1.6 million
More help needed for first home buyers
An increase in first home buyers across Whanganui is expected following the changes
House listings up, buyers can take their time
"They're not going to be picking up the phone and rushing to make an offer."
Neglected buildings needed for inner-city housing
The council says it desperately needs more power to act on abandoned derelict buildings
Apartments in CBD edging towards completion
"You've got to find ways to get satisfaction from all the extra work."
Slice of Whanganui heritage hits the market
The property that houses the Rutland Arms Inn and many other businesses is for sale.
Property news around NZ
Kim Dotcom denies buying $3.3m Dunedin mansion, but says he's there till June
Agents and vendor decline to comment on reports that trophy home had sold.
Auction frenzy: Developer pays $2.4m for house after sellers quit NZ
Agent says six developers turned up to bid, with another six waiting in the wings.
Rentals warning: ‘They’re paying $250 for an assessment - there’s no guarantee it means anything’
Rush to bring rentals up to standard before July 1 deadline.
$1.7m state home sells for undisclosed sum after devastating fire
Demolition likely for "as is where is" property with $1.7m CV.
How much will house prices rise by Dec 2025? Here's what the latest figures suggest
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
First-time buyer snaps up miner's dome home for $365,000
Market is picking up in one of New Zealand's cheapest towns.
More local property news
First home buyers 'getting some really good deals'
For first home buyers who have the funding, now is a good time to buy in Whanganui.
How the housing boom has changed the Whanganui market
Whanganui has recently gained two $1m-plus suburbs
Whanganui housing market remains relatively active
Whanganui's housing market has been relatively active compared with others.
Five tips to save for your home deposit in small-town NZ
Lifting KiwiSaver payments, stricter budgeting and finding cheaper rent are some ideas.
How home buyers are being hit hard by lending changes
Mortgage adviser: 'They won't believe somebody could change when they get a house'.
Million dollar homes: Average NZ house price exceeds $1m
Property prices soar to record high in 2021, according to latest figures from CoreLogic.