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Manawatū/Whanganui regional property market insights

A snapshot of Manawatū/Whanganui’s property market.

Al Hall
Last updated: 21 January 2025 | 3 min read
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The Manawatū/Whanganui property market saw the average asking price fall to $585,050 in December 2024, a slight decrease both month-on-month and year-on-year. While sale listings dipped from November, stock levels remain higher than the previous year.

Average rent held steady at $550 per week.

Our Property Pulse survey reveals over half of local buyers feel it's a good time to buy, with many willing to compromise on section size to stay within budget.

Manawatū/Whanganui’s regional property market at a glance - residential properties for sale

Manawatū/Whanganui’s regional property market at a glance - residential properties for rent

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