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Mid-century gem held by 90-year-old owners for 65 years

Rare Mid-century Onehunga, Auckland home on the market for the first time in 65 years

Kylie Klein Nixon
Last updated: 11 September 2025 | 3 min read
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A rare mid-century home in Onehunga, Auckland, is on the market for the first time in 65 years. Designed in 1959 by architect Ross Lee, the home was inspired by modernism and The Group Architects.

Key features include a sun-oriented design with floor-to-ceiling glass and post and beam construction. Lovingly maintained by the same family, this tightly-held property is now for sale by auction through Bayleys and is attracting significant interest from architecture enthusiasts.

52 Queenstown Road, Onehunga, Auckland Mid-century house for sale.

Original bookcases still stand in the Queenstown Road house.

Exposed brick fireplace in the living room.

An updated kitchen at 52 Queenstown Road, Onehunga, Auckland

Classic Mid-century hallway, flooded with light.

A spacious bedroom looks out to bush.

A classic wood panelled bathroom at 52 Queenstown Road, Onehunga, Auckland

52 Queenstown Road, Onehunga, Auckland Mid-century house for sale

52 Queenstown Road, Onehunga, Auckland Mid-century house for sale.

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