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First Passive House in NZ sells at auction for top dollar
This is a house for the record books, being the first certified Passive House in the Southern Hemisphere.
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New Zealand's first certified Passive House in Glendowie, Auckland, has sold at auction for $4.215 million. This unique property highlights the significant benefits of Passive House design.
The home maintains a constant 20-22°C temperature year-round using superior insulation, an airtight build, and mechanical heat recovery ventilation. This results in extremely low energy bills, a quiet interior, and a healthier living environment that is completely free from mould, despite a slightly higher initial build cost.
Beautiful established landscaping is another bonus for buyers. The section is a massive 999m².
Warmth from the people living in the house and activities such as cooking and bathing all help to raise the temperature inside the house.
The house covers 323m² and, if it weren’t for the Passive House credentials, would be relatively expensive to keep it at an even temperature.
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