Selling guide

What's your home worth?

Find out if your property value matches your expectations

Hannah Hilliam
Last updated: 4 July 2025 | 5 min read
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Determining your home's value is a crucial first step when selling. This guide outlines several key methods to get a realistic estimate for your New Zealand property.

Key approaches include:

- Using Trade Me's free Property Insights tool for an online estimate

- Requesting a current market appraisal (CMA) from a real estate agent

- Obtaining a paid registered valuation for a detailed report

It is also wise to monitor market trends with the Property Price Index and understand terms like RV and CV.

How much is my house worth?

1. Use our free property insights tool

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2. Work with a real estate agent

3. Get a professional valuation

Your real estate agent has to provide you with an appraisal of what they think your house is worth, or you can get an independent valuation.

4. Stay on top of property news

A quick guide to property value terms

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Hannah Hilliam Hannah Hilliam
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