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Winter spotlight on Canterbury: Resilience and growth in the garden city
Canterbury’s property market bucks national trends with steady house prices and strong rental demand this winter.
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Canterbury's property market is bucking the national winter slowdown, showing strong resilience in both sales and rentals. While other main centres see price drops, Canterbury's average asking price remains stable at $723,800, with 4.8% annual growth.
The rental market is also robust, with median weekly rent climbing 5.5% year-on-year to $580. This stability and growth make the region an attractive prospect for buyers, homeowners, and landlords seeking value and consistent returns.
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What this means for those looking to buy or rent in Ōtautahi and surrounding areas
For buyers and homeowners:
Market stability and relative value make the Canterbury region attactive for those looking for, and selling property.
For landlords and investors:
For tenants:
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