Townhouse

Quick answer: South Island townhouse development in 2026 is still led by Greater Christchurch. Canterbury has the largest multi-unit pipeline, Selwyn is the main family-home overflow corridor, Nelson and Tasman are producing smaller boutique releases, and Otago sits at the premium-lifestyle end. That is also what we see in our own stock: active freehold townhouses in Wigram from $617,000 and active...

Side-by-side comparison of 3 popular southwest Christchurch suburbs — median prices, rental yields, amenities, commute times, and growth data — so you can match the right suburb to your investment strategy.

New-build investment properties in NZ qualify for 20-year interest deductibility, lower deposit requirements, chattels depreciation, and built-in Healthy Homes compliance. Here is what each benefit is actually worth in dollars.

In today’s real estate climate, the "Bank of Mum and Dad" has evolved. It’s no longer just about helping children into a home; it’s a strategic wealth-building tool that leverages the power of forced savings and early market entry. The Strategic Shift: From Gift to Investment Across New Zealand and Australia, parents are increasingly acting as the "fifth major lender." However, the most...

The Christchurch property landscape has shifted. As we move into 2026, the "wait and see" approach of 2025 has been replaced by strategic action. At Tailored Homes, we’ve observed a significant trend: savvy investors are concentrating their capital in Wigram. But why now? We analyse the latest market data and local insights to explain the surge in interest for Four Seasons Estate Wigram. 1....

Let’s cut through the noise. 2026 property investment in New Zealand isn't about chasing speculative "bubbles" anymore. It’s about yield, tax efficiency, and certainty. If you've been watching the Christchurch market, you'll know that while some suburbs are stagnating, Wigram is hitting a "Goldilocks" zone for smart money. The Four Seasons Estate Wigram by Tailored Homes is currently one of the few...

Let’s be real. The Christchurch rental market is a grind. You’re paying off someone else's mortgage, dealing with "inspections," and probably living in a place that’s drafty or miles away from anything cool. If you’ve been scrolling through listings thinking you’re priced out of anywhere decent, you might want to look closer at Wigram. We’ve seen many first-home buyers think they have to...

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Quick Answer: If you've been in KiwiSaver for at least 3 years, you can withdraw nearly your entire balance for a first home — keeping only $1,000 in the scheme. That includes your contributions, your employer's, and the government's. In 2026, KiwiSaver is the single biggest deposit tool New Zealand first-home buyers have, especially since the $5,000–$10,000 First Home Grant was discontinued in May...

Think you need $150,000 saved before you can buy a house? You don't. If you're looking at a new build in New Zealand, the rules are different — and they're in your favour. Most first home buyers assume they need a 20% deposit. For a $750,000 home, that's $150,000. But for brand new properties, banks can lend up to 95% of the purchase price. That means a 5% deposit — as little as $30,850 for a $617,000...