Buying guide
Apartment buying in NZ
The insider's guide to smarter, savvier property purchases
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Buying an apartment in New Zealand offers affordability and prime locations but requires specific due diligence. You'll typically need a 20% deposit, though apartments under 50sqm may require more.
Key considerations include understanding the ownership structure (unit title vs. leasehold) and reviewing the Body Corporate rules, financial health, and fees, which average around $5,000 annually. A pre-purchase inspection is also essential to identify any potential structural or weather-tightness issues before you commit to buying.
How to buy an apartment in Aotearoa New Zealand
The pros and cons of buying an apartment
Pros of buying apartment
Cons of buying an apartment
Buying an apartment - due diligence checklist
Before you buy an apartment it's important that you do your due dilligence.
Pre-purchase inspections and amenities
Filter by location to find an apartment right where you want to be.
Location, rules and restrictions
The size of the apartment
Buying an apartment FAQS
Are Auckland apartments a good investment?
Can foreigners buy an apartment in NZ?
What's the best floor to live in an apartment?
How much are body corporate fees for apartments in New Zealand?
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