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The Waikato housing market: exploring suburb hotspots
The Waikato region is experiencing huge growth – these are the suburbs to watch.
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The Waikato housing market is booming, with Trade Me property searches tripling, driven by buyers from Auckland and Tauranga seeking better value.
Popular hotspots include Cambridge, known for its schools and lifestyle, and premium suburbs like Flagstaff and Rototuna where prices can top $1 million. Coastal towns like Whangamata and Raglan are also in high demand.
For more affordable options, suburbs such as Te Awamutu, Hamilton East, and Hillcrest offer excellent value, making the region an attractive alternative.
1. Cambridge
2. Flagstaff
3. Rototuna
4. Whangamata
5. Chartwell
6. Whitianga
7. Te Awamutu
8. Hamilton East
The Hamilton gardens sits on the edge of Hamilton East and the Waikato river.
9. Raglan
10. Hillcrest
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