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Kiwi Choose Property Over Passion, New Survey Reveals
A new survey's confirmed NZ's love affair with property, revealing some prefer browsing listings to romance
Last updated: 10 October 2025
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A new Trade Me Property survey reveals New Zealand's deep obsession with real estate, with 13% of Kiwis preferring to browse listings over sex and 55% choosing it over dating apps.
While "dream-scrolling" is a popular escape, browsing habits are becoming more practical, with checking sale prices being the top reason. The "nosy neighbour" trend also remains strong. The most popular dream properties are lifestyle blocks (25%) and beach houses (23%), showing property remains a national aspiration.
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