From London to Island Bay: One family’s patient path to the right home

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From London to Island Bay: One family’s patient path to the right home

A year of renting helped this family pick the perfect Island Bay home, then a pre-deadline offer sealed the deal.

Gill South
Last updated: 22 October 2026 | 4 min read
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A family's patient search for their perfect Island Bay home highlights the benefit of local research. After returning to Wellington, they rented for a year to understand the area's sun patterns and community before buying.

Advised by Lowe & Co, they secured a move-in-ready house with a successful pre-deadline offer. Now settled, they love the strong school community, proximity to the beach and bush, and easy e-bike commute to the CBD.

Vic and her family returned to Wellington after living overseas in London and Melbourne

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Gill South Gill South
Business and property journalist