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These are the cheapest places to live in New Zealand
New Zealand is expensive - but these cities and towns aren’t
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Discover affordable living in New Zealand by exploring regions beyond the main centres. The West Coast is the cheapest area for both renting and buying, with average house prices around $452,250. Southland follows closely as another budget-friendly option.
For city dwellers, Christchurch stands out as the most affordable major city. Even in expensive Auckland, suburbs like Tuakau and Rānui offer more accessible rental prices. Find these hidden gems by searching on Trade Me Property.
The cheapest place to live in New Zealand — West Coast
Second cheapest — Southland
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