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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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Stay informed on New Zealand's home loan rates for buying or refinancing. The current lowest one-year fixed rate is 3.99% from SBS Bank, with the average one-year rate at 4.71%.

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

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