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New Zealand interest rates

Current home loan rates on offer in New Zealand

Ben Tutty
Last updated: 14 September 2025 | 3 min read
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Staying informed on home loan rates is crucial for buyers and those refinancing. Current rates show an average 1-year fixed rate of 4.71% and a floating rate of 6.01%, with the lowest special rate at 3.99% from SBS Bank.

Forecasters believe we are near the bottom of the interest rate cycle. Short-term rates may dip slightly in early 2026, while longer-term rates (2-5 years) are expected to start rising soon, making now a key time to plan.

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