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Property valuations NZ: 6 ways to know a property’s worth

Ranked from least to most accurate

Ben Tutty

By Ben Tutty (Content Writer)

Last updated: 10 October 2024 | 5 min read

1. Look at past sale prices – Best for nosy parkers

2. Check Homes.co.nz – A good starting point

3. Research sales of similar homes in the area – The next step

4. Get a real estate appraisal – An indication of market value

The only way to know for sure what your home is worth is to sell it.

4. Get a real estate appraisal – An indication of market value

5. Pay for a valuation – The most accurate option

6. Let the market decide – The only way to know for sure

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