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The New Zealand property market and what's shaping our suburbs.
Stats NZ reports 39,087 new homes consented in the year to April 2026, up 16 percent on a year earlier, with multi-unit dwellings leading the lift.
By Newsroom NZ Property · Tue, 9 June 2026
Stats NZ figures show 39,087 new homes consented in the year to April 2026, up 16 percent, with multi-unit dwellings leading the rebound.
Mon, 8 June 2026
Fresh housing market reporting shows a notable share of townhouses selling at a loss, raising questions about buyer demand, build quality perceptions and whether some areas have absorbed too much similar stock.
Thu, 21 May 2026
Confidence in the housing market has weakened as households reassess affordability and the possibility of higher interest rates later in the year.
Wed, 20 May 2026
New Zealand's housing market remains under pressure, with economists warning prices may have further to fall as interest-rate expectations, household budgets and buyer caution weigh on demand.
Sun, 10 May 2026
First-home buyers may be seeing more listings and less frantic competition, but deposits, lending tests and everyday living costs are still making the path into ownership difficult.
Fri, 8 May 2026
Steady pricing, population growth and lifestyle appeal keep the wider region on buyers' radars.
Mon, 26 January 2026
Townhouses, new builds and established suburbs continue to draw buyers doing careful homework.
Mon, 19 January 2026
Squirrel's outlook points to Canterbury holding its ground as the year begins.
Mon, 12 January 2026
