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Iconic Dilworth Terrace home belonging to Grand Designs stars for sale

Dilworth Terrace is a distinctive piece of Auckland’s architectural history.

Kylie Klein Nixon
Last updated: 2 December 2025 | 3 min read
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A historic home at 3 Dilworth Terrace in Parnell, owned by Grand Designs NZ couple Rosemarie and Matthew Dunning, is now for sale. This Heritage NZ Category 1 property is one of eight iconic homes famously saved from demolition by architect Don Ellison.

The three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence offers a unique "London mews" feel with private gardens and access to a shared common. It provides elegant, spacious living, ideal for families or downsizers valuing good design and history.

Rosemarie Dunning at 3 Dilworth Terrace, in Parnell. She has called the vintage house home since 2017.

Dilworth Terrace, not long after it was completed - the image is from Heritage NZ’s files.

Dilworth Terrace is a distinctive piece of Auckland’s architectural history.

The scale of the rooms is something the owners love.

The formal dining room opens onto the terrace, and includes several vintage architectural features, such as the fireplace, and ceiling.

The home has three bedrooms.

The garden is like a painting for owner Rosemarie Dunning.

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