Strip club boss sells 'Playboy Mansion' to developer for $6m
High-profile strip club boss James Samson has sold his sprawling Russley estate near Christchurch Airport for $6 million in a private off-market deal.
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New rules likely to speed up housing growth
New rules likely to speed up housing growth in Selwyn district
A fairer system for ensuring growth pays for growth appears to be on the way in the Selwyn district - but it could take at least two-and-a-half years to put in place.
Large housing development planned for Mitre 10 site
Large housing development planned for Mitre 10 site
Nearly 100 new homes and a suite of commercial units are planned for a prominent Christchurch block, currently occupied by a former Mitre 10 store and a hotel.
Iconic Canterbury pub to reopen
'It just didn’t feel right this place was shut': Iconic Canterbury pub to reopen
The Hurunui Hotel's owners have taken it off the market after failing to find a buyer, and have instead moved to their backup plan - leasing the business for the next three years to an experienced bar manager.
Family farm sale paves way for development
Family farm sale paves the way for thousands of new homes
Plans are starting to take shape for a major rezoning of farmland on the outskirts of a booming Canterbury town.
Seller who couldn’t find her husband finds buyer
Seller who couldn’t find her husband finds buyer for massive Canterbury house
Natasha Smith couldn’t find her husband, but she has found a buyer for their massive house in Rolleston.
Cathedral Square site up for sale
Cathedral Square site up for sale
A 1400sq m prime piece of central Christchurch real estate has been placed on the market.
What do the city's luxury homes sell for?
How much do Christchurch’s luxury homes sell for?
High-profile property developer Richard Peebles says his Fendalton mansion could set a sale record for the year at more than $10m. What were the other highest-priced Christchurch homes sold in 2025?
Medicinal garden pops up at empty quake site
Medicinal garden pops up at empty quake site
A new medicinal garden installation has been created to trace the history of a prominent Lyttelton site.
City withdraws from more housing intensification
Christchurch opts out of more housing intensification
Christchurch’s bid to opt out of further housing intensification standards has been accepted by the Government.
Aucklanders flock to Chch for cheaper housing
Aucklanders flock to Chch for cheaper housing
The latest migration figures show Canterbury is now the fastest-growing region in New Zealand - and real estate agents are seeing the effects of the population surge.
Storied high country station on market for $50m
Storied high country station on market for $50m
One of Canterbury's most storied high-country stations is on the market for offers of $50 million or more.
ECan puts historic theatre site on the market
ECan puts historic Christchurch theatre site on the market
Environment Canterbury has put the Odeon Theatre site in central Christchurch on the market and is seeking offers for the property by December 4.
Stadium zone fast becoming hot property
Stadium zone fast becoming hot property
Christchurch’s $683m One New Zealand Stadium is causing a commercial and housing boom in surrounding streets with real estate values expected to keep climbing.
Old Smiths City site to be turned into housing
Old Smiths City site to be turned into housing
Collapsed retail chain Smiths City’s original Colombo St site in central Christchurch is being sold to a housing developer.
Home built on quake ruins sold
Home built on quake ruins sold
A home built on earthquake ruins in Christchurch with an asking price of more than $3 million has been sold.
Uni students hunting for flats after halls fill up
Uni students hunting for flats after halls fill up
University of Canterbury students are being forced to hunt for flats or live at home after more than 1300 first years missed out on spots in the packed out halls of residences.
$33m price tag for iconic property
$33m price tag for iconic off-grid property with boat-only access
One of the most recognisable landscapes in the South Island is up for grabs - and all it will cost you is a cool $33 million.
Demand for commercial property 'pretty strong'
Demand for commercial property in Chch 'pretty strong'
Christchurch is dominating the commercial property market with some of the lowest vacancy rates in the country.
Debts increase to $35m
Company linked to Christchurch property developer owes millions to creditors
Another business linked to Christchurch property developer Andrew Bendemski has folded, leaving a string of connected companies owing at least $35 million to creditors.