Winter spotlight on Canterbury: Resilience and growth in the garden city

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Winter spotlight on Canterbury: Resilience and growth in the garden city

Canterbury’s property market bucks national trends with steady house prices and strong rental demand this winter.

Emma Bacon
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While national property trends cool, Canterbury shows remarkable resilience this winter. House prices remain stable at $723,800, with a solid +4.8% annual growth, contrasting with declines in Auckland and Wellington. This offers buyers confidence and relative value.

The rental market is also booming, with median weekly rents climbing +5.5% year-on-year to $580. Strong tenant demand and tight supply make it an attractive region for landlords, highlighting Canterbury's unique market advantages for both buyers and investors.

Canterbury house prices buck the winter slump

Canterbury rental market: South Island leads the way

Canterbury stands out as the country's strongest metro rental market.

What this means for those looking to buy or rent in Ōtautahi and surrounding areas

For buyers and homeowners:

Market stability and relative value make the Canterbury region attactive for those looking for, and selling property.

For landlords and investors:

For tenants:

Rent in Christchurch is on the rise, but remains more affordable than other cities across the motu.

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