Special Delivery: five former post offices you can buy right now

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Special Delivery: five former post offices you can buy right now

Five former post offices for sale on Trade Me Property given an incredible second stamp on life.

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Discover unique homes in repurposed historic post offices across New Zealand. These character-filled buildings now serve as luxury apartments, family homes, and investment properties, blending heritage charm with modern living.

Current listings include a dual-apartment setup in Eltham, a sprawling six-bedroom residence in Paparoa, and a Kaikōura property with two homes. A notable Ohakune listing was once the birthplace of commercial bungy jumping with AJ Hackett, offering a rare piece of Kiwi history.

The former Eltham Post Office at night

The Old Eltham Post Office

Outside and inside, this former post office is picture perfect

A piece of Kaipara history

The handsome frontage of the old Ravensbourne Post Office

A timeless Dunedin treasure

The former Ravensbourne Post Office offers contemporary living in a 1920s building

Coastal charm in Kaikōura

The old Kaikōura post office features family living across two properties

Alpine character in Ohakune

The old Ohakune Post Office - currently a cosy ski bach

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