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Canterbury property market update: Garden City resilience shines
Record highs, steady growth, and a region hitting its stride.

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The Canterbury property market is showing impressive resilience with steady, sustainable growth, outperforming Auckland and Wellington. The average asking price is $757,000, making it attractive for first-home buyers and investors.
New listings are 115% above the national average, offering buyers significant choice. Key growth suburbs to watch include:
- Halswell
- St Albans
- Rolleston
There is also strong demand for 'as is where is' properties, creating opportunities for sellers with homes needing work.
| Value | MoM% | YoY% | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Asking Price | Average Asking Price | $757,000 | $757,000 | 1.20% | 1.20% | 2.40% | 2.40% |
| Average Weekly Rent | Average Weekly Rent | $588 | $588 | -0.10% | -0.10% | -0.30% | -0.30% |
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