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Auckland property market update: The summer comeback
What the summer surge means for you.
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Auckland’s property market is experiencing a summer comeback, with renewed vendor confidence. The average asking price jumped 9.9% month-on-month to $1.12M, though it remains down annually.
For buyers, a surge in listings provides significant choice and negotiating power, especially with an increase in properties under $800,000. Sellers should note high demand for features like a pool, freehold titles, and home & income potential. The rental market remains relatively stable for tenants and landlords.
| Current (Jan ‘26) | MoM% change | YoY% change | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average asking price | Average asking price | $1.12M | $1.12M | +9.90% | +9.90% | -5.00% | -5.00% |
| Average weekly rent | Average weekly rent | $705 | $705 | +1.80% | +1.80% | -0.50% | -0.50% |
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