Opportunity missed to hear views on controversial housing project
A Christchurch couple say the Papanui-Innes Community Board has missed a key opportunity to hear all views surrounding a controversial housing project.
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$1m suburb club: Which areas have joined?
Christchurch's $1 million suburb club expands as housing bonanza continues
Christchurch now boasts five suburbs with average house prices in excess of $1 million.
House prices increase 16.1% in a year
House prices increase 16.1% in a year - first-home buyers feel 'squeeze'
The latest CoreLogic data shows Christchurch's average property value increased by 11.9% in a year, while nationally house prices were up 16.1% - the biggest jump since 2006.
LVRs put brakes on housing market as prices drop 4%
LVRs put brakes on housing market as prices drop 4%
The return of higher deposit requirements for investors has put the brakes on the housing market in March, with property values in Christchurch falling by $30,000.
Gardening competition’s youngest ever judge
Gardening competition’s youngest ever judge: ‘I couldn’t be too kind on them’
At just 14, Sea-am Thompson is the youngest ever Christchurch Beautifying Association summer garden competition judge.
Christchurch property market unaffected by Government shake-up
Christchurch property market unaffected by Government shake-up
The Christchurch housing market appears to be unaffected by the Government's shake-up, despite a subdued mood at other auctions around the country.
Future of Godley House site to be discussed
Time for another licensed venue? Future of Godley House site to be discussed
Diamond Harbour residents will be updated on the long-running Godley House site saga on Monday.
Housing package opens door to investor angst, renter despondency
Housing package opens door to investor angst, renter despondency
A Christchurch real estate agent says the rapid timeframe for the government's new housing rules has left many residents with questions.
Christchurch still a first-home buyer's market
Housing prices: Christchurch still a first-home buyer's market
Christchurch is still a first home buyer's market - despite rising property prices.
Why the property boom is bad for divorcing couples
Why the property boom is bad for divorcing couples
For couples going through a separation, they have had to face additional uncertainty as they try to secure property valuations in an ever-changing property market, writes Jeremy Sutton.
Christchurch renter can't get through to Tenancy Services to complain
Christchurch renter can't get through to Tenancy Services to complain
A Christchurch renter who has been plagued with problems in her home is frustrated she can't get through to Tenancy Services to complain.
Why tiny homes won't solve NZ's property market problem
Why tiny homes won't solve NZ's property market problem
COMMENT: The topic of Tiny Homes often comes up as a potential way to mass-produce homes and calm the property market, writes Rupert Gough.
Stunning home nets $1.11m profit in just 24 months
Stunning Christchurch home nets owner $1.11m profit in 24 months
A four-bedroom luxury home in one of Christchurch's most desirable suburbs has sold under the hammer for $4.26m - more than $1.4m above its 2019 rating valuation.
Two $3m house sales in Christchurch in one day
Two $3m house sales in Christchurch in one day: Buyers splash cash on luxury homes
Buyers are prepared to pay big sums for Christchurch homes as the city’s formerly sluggish housing market plays catch-up at speed with the rest of the country.
Sandi’s passion for gardening fuels show
Grow Ōtautahi – Christchurch Garden Festival: Sandi’s passion for gardening fuels show
Sandi MacRae thinks she was born to garden.
'Shocking number' for Queenstown home
'Shocking number' for Queenstown home after FaceTime tour
Queenstown’s property market has been given a boost by a surge in Auckland investors prepared to pay “shocking numbers” for houses there.
Shirley misses out on property bonanza
'Plenty of buyers, just not enough homes': Shirley misses out on property bonanza
Christchurch’s housing market boom has lifted property values in many suburbs - but one neighbourhood appears to be missing out on the bonanza.
Green-thumbed Peter’s achievements grow
Green-thumbed Peter’s achievements grow
It isn’t cheap to maintain an award-winning garden each year, particularly in Christchurch, a city teeming with fierce and passionate competitors.
Apprentice scores dream job
Apprentice scores dream job at Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Gardening may not be everyone’s cup of tea - but for Christchurch Botanic Garden’s newest apprentice it’s a dream come true.
Big jump in home loan deposits
Big hurdle for first-home buyers: Christchurch home loan deposits jump $27k in a year
First-home buyers in Christchurch will need about 30% more money in their pockets than they did a year ago to secure a house.