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First Passive House in NZ sells at auction for top dollar

This is a house for the record books, being the first certified Passive House in the Southern Hemisphere.

Colleen Hawkes
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New Zealand's first certified Passive House in Glendowie, Auckland, sold at auction for $4.215 million. This landmark home offers superior comfort and sustainability.

Key benefits of the Passive House design include:

- A constant 20-22°C indoor temperature year-round

- Extremely low energy bills, around $120 per month

- A healthier home free from mould and condensation

Achieved through ultra-high insulation, airtight construction, and a mechanical heat recovery system, this design provides significant long-term savings and a superior living experience.

Beautiful established landscaping is another bonus for buyers. The section is a massive 999m².

Warmth from the people living in the house and activities such as cooking and bathing all help to raise the temperature inside the house.

The house covers 323m² and, if it weren’t for the Passive House credentials, would be relatively expensive to keep it at an even temperature.

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