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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 Kiwis' deep passion for real estate, with 13% preferring to browse listings over sex and 55% choosing it over dating apps.

While "dream-scrolling" remains a popular escape, browsing is becoming more pragmatic, with most users checking sale prices. The "nosy neighbour" trend is also strong, with many looking up friends' homes. The top dream properties are lifestyle blocks and beach houses, highlighting our national obsession with property.

Trade Me Property spokesperson, Casey Wylde

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