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In Auckland, this villa would set you back $2m - in this town, it’s less than $700k

This beautifully updated Blenheim villa has all the charm of Ponsonby – for under $700,000.

Kylie Klein Nixon
Last updated: 16 June 2026 | 3 min read
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Discover a charming Edwardian villa in Blenheim offering Auckland style for a fraction of the price. This beautifully updated home at 7 Lybster St features a wrap-around verandah, native timber details, and stained glass.

Modern upgrades include a new country-style kitchen, a period-style bathroom, and a swimming pool. Listed for $685,000, it provides remarkable value compared to similar Auckland properties that can fetch over $2 million, presenting a unique opportunity for character home buyers.

This home has chocolate box prefect looks. Photo: TRADE ME/HARCOURTS

Inside, it's got all the most charming Edwardian features. Photo: TRADE ME/HARCOURTS

It's not all vintage style inside, there's a very tidy modern kitchen too. Photo: TRADE ME/HARCOURTS

The home has a dining room as well as... Photo: TRADE ME/HARCOURTS

Preserved character with polished updates

Inside, native timber floors, stained-glass details and an original hall screen celebrate the villa's Edwardian heritage, while the modern country-style kitchen and sympathetically renovated bathroom bring contemporary comfort without compromising its timeless charm.

Like the kitchen, the bathrooms are fresh and new, but in keeping with the style of the home. Photo: TRADE ME/HARCOURTS

The back yard, with pool, is perfect for lounging in. Photo: TRADE ME/HARCOURTS

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