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Wellington property market update: Pōneke is finding its groove

More listings, easing rents, and a market quietly building momentum.

Hannah Hilliam
Last updated: 1 May 2026 | 3 min read
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The Wellington property market is showing steady, confident growth. The average asking price is $849,300, a modest 1% annual increase, indicating stability.

Buyers benefit from healthy stock levels, with suburbs like Karori, Tawa, and Wainuiomata seeing strong listing growth. For sellers, properties with a "garage" or "home and income" potential are in high demand.

The rental market favours tenants, with average weekly rents down 4.9% year-on-year to $666, creating a competitive environment for landlords.

Wellington property pricing trends
ValueMoM%YoY%
Average Asking PriceAverage Asking Price$849,300$849,300+12.20%+12.20%+1.00%+1.00%
Average Weekly RentAverage Weekly Rent$666$666+0.70%+0.70%-4.90%-4.90%

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