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Canterbury property market update: Garden City resilience shines
Record highs, steady growth, and a region hitting its stride.
AI summary
The Canterbury property market is showing resilient and sustainable growth, outperforming other major centres. With an average asking price of $757,000, the region offers value for first-home buyers and investors.
New listings are well above the national average, with properties selling quickly. Key growth suburbs to watch include:
- Halswell
- St Albans
- Rolleston
For sellers, buyer interest is strong, with a notable demand for "As is where is" properties, indicating an appetite for renovation projects.
| Value | MoM% | YoY% | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Asking Price | Average Asking Price | $757,000 | $757,000 | 1.20% | 1.20% | 2.40% | 2.40% |
| Average Weekly Rent | Average Weekly Rent | $588 | $588 | -0.10% | -0.10% | -0.30% | -0.30% |
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