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Investor Alert - Prime University Rental in Ilam
12A Karo Place, Ilam, Christchurch City, Canterbury
To be sold by auction on 10 Oct, 10:00 am
Details
Attribute | Value |
---|---|
Property type | House |
Capital value (CV) | $760,000 |
Parking | 2 garage spaces |
Agency reference | IM27297 |
Description
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Perfectly positioned just minutes from the University of Canterbury, this property at 12A Karo Place, Ilam is a ready-made investment opportunity with proven student rental appeal.
Set on a 539 sqm section, the property comprises:
- A three-bedroom, one-bathroom main dwelling with heat pump and functional layout.
- A two-bedroom, one-bathroom sleepout at the rear.
- A double freestanding garage plus off-street parking.
Currently assessed to achieve a market rental of around $1,000 per week, this property offers strong income potential and attractive net returns in a high-demand location.
The flat site, low-maintenance grounds, and cul-de-sac setting make it appealing for tenants, while its proximity to shops, transport, and the university ensures consistent occupancy.
With Christchurch's student rental market showing ongoing strength, this is a property that stacks up as a long-term investment.
At a glance:
- 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms across house + sleepout
- 539 sqm freehold section
- Double garage + off-street parking
- Prime Ilam location near University of Canterbury
- Estimated weekly rental: $1,000 per week
Don't miss this chance to secure a proven performer in one of Christchurch's most sought-after rental pockets.
Contact Tom Chamberlain - Harcourts Holmwood today for full details and viewing times.
Auction | Friday 10 October 2025 from 10:00am (unless sold prior), Holmwood Auction Rooms, 397 Ilam Road
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Tom Chamberlain
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Harcourts Ilam 2, (Licensed: REAA 2008)
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