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Eco-home frenzy: the skyrocketing demand for sustainable living
This beautiful eco-home sparked a bidding frenzy as Kiwi buyers increasingly search for energy-efficient features
24 March 2026
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Demand for sustainable homes is surging, highlighted by a Three Kings eco-home that sold for $1.561 million. Its energy-efficient features like solar panels, an EV charger, and double glazing attracted significant buyer interest.
This trend is reflected in Trade Me Property search data, showing major year-on-year increases for:
- Off-grid (+68%)
- Solar (+67%)
- Double glazing (+60%)
Kiwis are seeking to lower energy costs, with these eco-features appealing to a broad range of buyers.
Red bookshelf and fireplace in eco home
A 'green' property in all senses
The architectural designer was careful to reuse as many materials as he could in the renovation to avoid construction waste, reusing the bricks and timber from the original 1940s home in the garden.
Eddie converted the former living room into an attractive, spacious kitchen
The home which had a $1.25 million CV sold at auction for $1.561 million
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