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Auckland property market update: The summer comeback
What the summer surge means for you.
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Auckland’s property market is experiencing a summer surge, with the average asking price climbing 9.9% month-on-month to $1.12M. This signals renewed vendor confidence, despite the annual trend remaining slightly down.
For buyers, high stock levels and longer listing times create strong negotiating power. There is also a notable increase in properties under $800,000. Sellers should note that top buyer searches include pool, freehold title, and home & income potential.
The rental market is stable at $705/week.
| Current (Jan ‘26) | MoM% change | YoY% change | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average asking price | Average asking price | $1.12M | $1.12M | +9.90% | +9.90% | -5.00% | -5.00% |
| Average weekly rent | Average weekly rent | $705 | $705 | +1.80% | +1.80% | -0.50% | -0.50% |
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