Guardian property august 22

Property GUARDIAN

August 22, 2014

INVESTMENT HOLIDAY COTTAGE Proudly marketed by Methven Professionals FURTHER DETAILS

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Investment holiday cottage - Whitestone 3 Interested in this property?

Unit 3, 316 Methven Highway

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1 Superb holiday letting or rental cottage.

Attractive Oamaru stonework.

Use yourself summer or winter and rent out the rest of the time. Part of a four cottage complex. Can be managed long or short term.

Two large bedrooms with an ensuite for each.

Sleeps up to six.

This cottage comes with quality furnishings and full appliances, (down to crockery).

Features: double glazing, gas fire in large stone fireplace, heat pump, relaxing location set in park like setting, polished wooden kitchen flooring, very high standard of finish.

O.J. Dodson

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Web ID: MHV10264 www.methvenprofessionals.co.nz

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OFFERS OVER $279,000 WEB ID AU37493 OFFERS OVER $293,000 WEB ID AU37949 $469,000 WEB ID AU36593 OFFERS OVER $470,000 WEB ID AU37882 EASTSIDE EASTSIDE EASTSIDE WESTSIDE 79 Grey Street 48 William Street 55 Chalmers Avenue 30a Wills Street Reward yourself and own this super sunny Immaculate home, beautifully presented Genuine vendors are ready to sell their This near new, gorgeous home is situated 3 2 3 3 townhouse situated eastside within the inside and out, basks in all day sun and is spacious, well designed sunny home to in the "dress circle" of Ashburton. Three Avenues. Upstairs open plan living with all walking distance to central town and all new lucky buyers. Gorgeous open plan double bedrooms, master with ensuite, day sun and under floor heating. Double amenities. Open plan updated kitchen, family/dining room, chefs kitchen and and office, this immaculately presented 1 1 2 2 garage on easy care smaller section. Would dining room flows to lounge. Lovely plain granite work surfaces, sunny deck and BBQ home offers so many features. Sunny and suit a busy professional couple. fresh decor. Be quick. area, easy care section. open plan large living area.

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FAMILY HOME-TURTON GREEN CONVENIENT LOCATION

$495,000 WEB ID AU36250 DEADLINE SALE WEB ID AU38440 $769,000 WEB ID AU38038 $369,500 WEB ID AU38008 EASTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE 7 Orchard Grove 33 Alford Forest Road Lot 12 Douglas Drive 16 Windsor Street This lovely home is ready for you. Located Impressive home of 270sqm. Offering Construction is about to start for this four Sunny townhouse on a corner site. Three 4 3 4 3 in a popular culdesac in Braebrook, this double glazing, large kitchen, dining, bedroom plus office (or 5th bedroom) bedrooms, ensuite off master. Excellent property has 4 bedrooms, master with living, loads of extras. home. Master bedroom has ensuite and location with Allenton shopping close by. ensuite and walk-in robe, large living area walk in robe. Open plan kitchen with Modern and well sited to capture the sun.

VIEW Sunday 24 Aug 2.30 - 3.00pm 2 2 2 2 and substantial kitchen. butlers pantry, living, dining area and Double garaging and easy care section.

DEADLINE SALE Wednesday 3rd Double internal access garaging plus off separate lounge. Three car garaging.

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A SUNNY OUTLOOK

GREAT 1ST HOME

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WAS $279,000 NOW $273,000 WEB ID AU37973 $225,000 WEB ID AU37676 NEG AT $158,000 WEB ID AU37402 OFFERS OVER $355,000 WEB ID AU34107 WESTSIDE EASTSIDE EASTSIDE EASTSIDE 1 James Street 30 Princes Street 92 Beach Road 78 Oxford Street Handy westside location here, with easy Tidy 3 bedroom home on small easycare, Good looking two bedroom cottage with A lovely and sunny character home 2 3 2 3 access from street to garage. Sun is a real 421m2 section close to East Street. New separate lounge, laundry and bathroom. positioned on a private setting with bonus with kitchen/living catching it all logburner, stainless steel cylinder and Fully fenced, easy care section with a new established, large and impressive grounds. day. Ranch slider opens to north facing rewired. The freshly painted exterior is a single garage. Does need D.I.Y but hard to A spacious three bedroom plus office 1 1 1 1 patio and garden. Two double bedrooms top job and sparkles (all new guttering). find at this price. family home with plenty to offer including with large third bedroom or hobbies room.

Newly landscaped gardens completes the excellent garaging, accommodating 5-6 View By Appointment look. cars.

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TRANQUIL & AFFORDABLE

OAKLEA SUBDIVISION

OFFERS OVER $190,000 WEB ID AU37044 FROM $145,000 WEB ID AU38145 EASTSIDE TINWALD 57 Hakatere Drive Stage 4 Oaklea Subdivision Sit back and enjoy the lifestyle Upper The Oaklea development offers a lifestyle of choice to 2 Hakatere Huts has to offer. Fully furnished, be appreciated for generations to come. The two bedrooms plus sunroom, spacious subdivision will consist of 89 sections in a staged lounge with log fire. Large kitchen, development. Each section is specially developed with 1 bathroom/laundry facilities and separate consideration for provision of a sunny street frontage, toilet. New carpet. Enjoy the sun filled private back sections, and access to various reserves. deck.

Stage 1,2,3 and 4 selling now!

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217 West Street ASHBURTON ashburton@propertybrokers.co.nz 03 307 9176

Hastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

IMPRESSIVE FAMILY HOME

DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY VENDOR SAYS SELL!!

NEGOTIATION

WEB ID AU38378

WEB ID AL37390

TINWALD 112 Wilkins Road

ASHBURTON 145 Wakanui Road

This near new family home enjoys the benefits of rural living with easy care grounds and so close to town. This house design captures exquisite rural views from two levels. A spacious home incorporating two living areas plus generous sized upstairs balcony to enjoy panoramic views. A well finished property with two paddocks on one and half acres plus storage shed makes this the ideal alternative to town living.

VIEW Saturday 23 Aug 10.00 10.30am DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Friday 5th September 2014 at 4.00pm

10 hectares of quality irrigated silt loam soils only a few kilometres from town. Featuring a near new three bedroom home with sunny kitchen/dining plus large lounge with log burner. Separate formal dining room.

Also a self contained sleepout. Buildings include 12m x 19m lock up shed with three phase power. Three 55 tonne silos plus 30m x 12.5m green house. Green house needs new cover. Older store sheds. Opportunity for lifestyle and income. Ignore past pricing Vendor says SELL. View By Appointment

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PRODUCTIVE SOILS 8 HA

$850,000 + GST 11 HA - HOME + 2 BED UNIT

$985,000 + GST

WEB ID AL37331

WEB ID AL36508

ASHBURTON 376 Wakanui Road

ASHBURTON 82 Gartartan Road

Located just 5km S.E from the Ashburton Town Centre this 4 bedroom home set in mature grounds offers peaceful country living within easy commuting distance from town. Modern kitchen/dining room, sunny living room plus large peaceful lounge. Spacious country laundry, bathroom plus separate shower room.

Looseboxes. Fertile Wakanui soils and good subdivision.

Modern four bedroom home nestled in a peaceful private established expansive garden setting. Sheltered and positioned for the sun. Large open plan living and kitchen areas opening to the gardens. Ensuite and spa bath. Excellent modern two bedroom flat fully self contained. A special for granny or guests. Eight bays of sheds, cattle yards, eight paddocks and spray irrigation.

A well developed, very tidy productive rural lifestyle near Ashburton's town boundary. A great family home.

$850,000 plus GST. View By Appointment

GREENSTREET LIFESTYLE

$985,000 + GST View By Appointment

$768,000 + GST ENTRY LEVEL LIFESTYLE

ENQ OVER $579,000+GS

WEB ID AL37152 ASHBURTON 56 Rawles Crossing Road

WEB ID ROL37413 DUNSANDEL 396 Karanga Road RD2

Seldom do properties in the favoured Greenstreet location become available. This modern home built for all day sun and magnificent views to the southern alps.

Two living areas with heat pump and gas fire, 3 double bedrooms master with ensuite, large separate bathroom. Two sunny patios (semi enclosed) and large double garage. To top this off you have almost 10 hectares of quality soils with your own irrigation. Close to town and yet so private and peaceful. Room here for everyone.

10.1ha lifestyle property located near Dunsandel in Central Canterbury.

Featuring a tidy 3 bedroom home with 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas, attached single garage/workshop plus carport. Well heated by 2 logburners.

Property boasts a large array of outbuildings including detached double garage, 2 bay pole shed with one bay fully lockable plus lean-to.

Approximately 7ha in pasture subdivided into seven paddocks serviced by basic set of sheep yards.

2 hectares Radiata Pine trees (approx 20 years old) plus half-hectare Macrocarpa. All trees have been well tendered.

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$1,500,000 + GST ELBOW ROOM AND SPACE

QUALITY AND STYLE - 7 HA

WEB ID AL33650 ASHBURTON 28 Mitcham Road A beautifully appointed country home built approximately five years ago. The house has been thoughtfully designed and constructed with Oamaru stone under a Gerrard roof complemented with copper down pipes and spouting. Set amidst well stocked formal gardens and a delightful sun drenched patio complete with electronic, automated pergola system.

The house exudes quality and style in every detail. High studs with cornicing, four large bedrooms, the master with ensuite and dressing room. The living area is open plan, bright and spacious with a pleasing aspect to the garden and countryside.

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$199,000 WEB ID AL34677 HINDS 49 David Street 1.8HA leasehold property with 4 bedroom 4 villa homestead set in sheltered and mature grounds. Kitchen/Dining, separate lounge, HRV System. Rent $7000 per 1 annum. Paddocks for the pony, space for the children. Peaceful for the parents. Ring now!

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Hastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

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BRAND NEW HOME (235sqm)

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OFFERS OVER $412,000 WEB ID AU38466 $168,000 WEB ID AU38104 $499,000 WEB ID AU33824 OFFERS OVER $410,000 WEB ID AU38331 TINWALD EASTSIDE WESTSIDE EASTSIDE 58A Melcombe Street 7 Adams Street 9A Allison Street 47A Wellington Street You will be instantly impressed with this An opportunity to add some value to this We are pleased to market this four Nicely finished with section layed out all 3 2 4 4 stylish, cleverly designed, well-built three property. Some renovating and bedroom home, ensuite and walk in ready for you to move in and enjoy. 4 bedroom home. Designed with areas to redecorating would enhance but our wardrobe in master and two living areas. bedrooms, 2 living areas, double garage. relax, entertain and rest in. Great indoor vendor is very realistic.

Great storage and built for morning and Has most all the 'bells' and 'whistles' you 1 1 2 2 outdoor flow to a private fully fenced area Rateable value $170,000. Make an offer. afternoon sun. Good sized second would expect in a near new home. Nice with a deck. bathroom. Double garage with internal outdoor setting with auto watering system.

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IMMACULATELY PRESENTED

PERFECT POSITION

MODERN, LOW MAINTENANCE GREAT BIG FAMILY HOME

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OFFERS OVER $279,000 WEB ID AU38380 $410,000 WEB ID AU38503 $487,500 WEB ID AU37075 NEG. OVER $288,000 WEB ID AU38299 EASTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE 7 Eton Street 10 Cavendish Street 19 Falcon Drive 21 Alford Forest Road This three bedroom Summerhill Stone Sunny and secure west facing home that This is a good sized weatherboard family 3 3+ Attractive four bedroom home in Allenton 4 3 home has plenty to offer. Benefitting from offers many alternatives. The lounge room cul-de-sac. Sunny and warm with two home. 3 good sized double bedrooms, 2 immaculate presentation, a modern decor, is just so relaxing over looking the private living areas opening onto private deck. living areas, 4th bedroom or games room. spacious bedroom and tandem garaging all patio and garden, the sloped beamed Convenient location with shopping and Nice roomy landscaped section with good 1 1 2 1 located in a good Hampstead location. This ceilings give a feeling of space. schooling close by. Excellent double garage sheds and garage. Modernised kitchen and property will appeal to many. with room for the boat and trailer. dining close to town and schools.

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PERFECT POSITION

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$285,000 WEB ID AU38240 $379,000 WEB ID AU38303 DEADLINE SALE WEB ID AU38305 OFFERS OVER $375,000 WEB ID AU38328 EASTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE 126 Cass Street 109 Middle Road 95 Walnut Avenue 123 Pages Road Attractive three to four bedroom villa Don't miss the opportunity to own this This stunning home will impress. Superbly Pleased to market this very tidy 3 bedroom 4 3 3 3 (corner section) located close to schools, beautiful three bedroom character home in finished home with feature windows and townhouse in a great location, 180 sqm shops and Domain. Exterior painted some a brilliant location. With a modern kitchen, timber throughout. gives plenty of room. Good size lounge 3 years back with considerable updating of new eco friendly log burner in the living very sunny, open kitchen and dining area.

VIEW Saturday 23 Aug 11.30 - 12.00pm 1 1 1 1 the interior also having been completed. room and heat pump in the lounge, this is Good double garage with internal access.

DEADLINE SALE(unless sold prior) Single garage with off street parking. a great family home.

Landscaped easy care section.

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NEG OVER $392,000 WEB ID AU38477 OFFERS OVER $820,000 WEB ID AU37972 WESTSIDE TINWALD 38 Miller Avenue 70A Tarbottons Road This architecturally designed home has Brand spanking new and sited to allow the 3 4 been immaculately maintained and will sun to stream on in. This quality home set impress the astute buyer. A spacious three on a 4007m2 section offers the lucky bedroom home, master with ensuite plus purchaser a wonderful lifestyle 2 2 generous sized lounge would opportunity. All the benefits of a rural accommodate a family with ease. setting but just minutes to the town centre.

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Health at Home

Plan a pollen-free zone round home Fight hay fever by avoiding certain plants this spring once the spring pollen flies, hay fever season is upon us.

different way. Its members rely on wind to carry their pollen grains far and wide. Through this process, the entire area around the plant becomes blanketed with pollen.

Pine trees are a major windpollinated genus. They are coniferous trees that bear their seeds in cones, like fir and spruce. Pollen spikes are produced at the top of the tree, with immature female cones located lower. When the wind blows, the spikes wave, releasing pollen into a big cloud designed to settle on cones lower down. In areas of pine forest, it’s not uncommon to see cars dusted with bright yellow pollen when the trees are in full fertilisation mode. On a windy day, it’s everywhere.

For some, it’s merely a nuisance. But to others, this season can be totally debilitating.

For sensitive individuals, knowing what plants are the major offenders helps you make planting choices least likely to increase your allergic reactions.

Most flowers require pollen vectors for fertilisation. A pollen vector is a living thing, like a bee, that helps transfer pollen from one plant to another. Moths and bats are important vectors for nightblooming plants. Birds and even flies can be important vectors. About 90 per cent of all plant species pollinate this way.

same tree, or the nearest female tree if they are separate.

Australia’s native wattle is notorious for causing sneezes and wheezes in those prone to hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis.

For more help on planning a pollen-free zone around your house, Allergy-Free Gardening by Thomas Leo Ogren has details on wind-pollinated trees, grasses and problem species such as ragweed.

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Tips for reducing pollen exposure

• Consider planting a low-allergen garden.

• Stay indoors until after midday.

Avoid going out on windy days or after thunderstorms.

• Keep windows closed at home and when in your car (and where possible use re-circulating airconditioning in your car).

• Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.

• Do not mow the grass or stay inside when it is being mown. If mowing is unavoidable, wear a mask.

• Do not picnic in parks or in the country during the pollen season.

• Try to plan your holidays out of the

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More-evolved trees, such as birch, maples and oaks, are also wind-pollinated, but in a very different way. These trees produce catkins, which are long, dangling reproductive structures. They are produced in early spring before the trees leaf out so that pollen can filter down into the female flowers on the

It’s the other 10 per cent that create the biggest problems. This group achieves pollination in a much

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• If you are sensitive to particular weeds or trees outside your window, have them removed.

• Shower when you get home and bathe your eyes frequently.

• Carry a supply of tissues.

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Methven Real Estate Ltd MREINZ Licensed Real Estate Agents REAA2008

WARM COMFORTABLE HOME - MT SOMERS Solid concrete block construction in the rural Mt Somers township. Mountain and foothill views. Three bedroom home with good heating.

Logburner in lounge area. Modern kitchen design and dinning area. Quality bath and shower room. Easy care, well kept gardens.

MODERN CHARACTER HOME In a sought after central location, this home has been fully renovated from the ground up. On offer is a three bedroom/two bathroom character home, fully furnished. Warm modern interior with bay windows and French doors from two of the bedrooms. Open plan kitchen/living areas with wood burner and heat pump. $285,000 $395,000 OPEN HOME: Saturday, August 23, 11am - 12noon OPEN HOME: Sunday, August 24, 3.30 - 4pm 74 Pattons Road, Mt Somers 32 Jackson Street, Methven.

A GREAT OPPORTUNITY HERE On offer is a three bedroom, low maintenance, home set on an easy care section. It has a homely feel to it and a feeling of space through the open plan kitchen, dining and living areas. Off street parking and backyard. Double glazed windows and a double, internal access, garage. $410,000 OPEN HOME: Sunday, August 24, 4.15 - 5pm 10 Morgan Street, Methven.

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Ashburton

366a Burnett Street

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Newly completed 172sqm townhouse. This three bedroom, two bathroom home has been positioned to maximise the sun and allow efficient heating via heatpump and double glazed windows throughout. The spacious open plan living area leads out to the easy care grounds. Located just a short stroll from the town centre.

The Vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $480,000 View Sat 10-10.30am www.bayleys.co.nz/518077

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006

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LIVE THE GOOD LIFE 90 Eton Street Updated throughout with new kitchen and bathroom. Four bedrooms with a large separate lounge. Garden features fruit trees and vegetable gardens with two green houses to grow all your family´s fruit and veg - even a chook house. Off street parking and garaging to boot.

Hampstead Deadline Sale

The Vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $365,000 on or before 2pm, Wed 3 Sept 2014 View Sat 11-30am-12pm www.bayleys.co.nz/518480

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

OH SO CLOSE! "TO NEARLY EVERYTHING"

Ashburton

298 Moore Street

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Welcome home to this perfectly positioned three bedroom home. Situated for the sun it boasts large open plan living, galley kitchen, attached garaging and extra 3mx4.5m garage/workshop.

Walking distances to the CBD it is a must see.

Mick Hydes

SEE IT, LOVE IT, MAKE IT YOURS

Allenton

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

279 Tancred Street

Deadline Sale

Just move in and start enjoying life in this immaculately presented three bedroom bungalow, the decor is soft and inviting all complimented by new carpet and tiles. The living is open plan and the new kitchen is well thought out for looks and practicability. The main bathroom is stylishly tiled and with the addition with a modern tiled ensuite. Three spacious bedrooms with great sized storage make this home so inviting. With such close proximity to Ashburton’s CBD you could be taking a stroll to work.

The Vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $320,000 on or before 4pm, Tues 2 Sept 2014 View Sat 10.45-11.15am www.bayleys.co.nz/518494

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377

Debbie Boon

Centralised kitchen, dining and family area which interconnects with the second living area. The living areas flow to the awesome outdoor area which is a pleasure to look upon. Four or five bedrooms, master with ensuite and WIR, spacious family bathroom and separate laundry.

Ashburton

The Vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $389,000 View Sat 12.15-12.45pm www.bayleys.co.nz/517799

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

4 Tranquil Place

REFRESHED AND READY

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

Price by Negotiation

The vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $660,000 www.bayleys.co.nz/518417

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377

A FAMILY DREAM

Allenton

88 Middle Road

Price by Negotiation

Sun-drenched living floor plan boasting two spacious interconnecting living spaces with seamless connections to the grounds. The centralised kitchen/dining room and the living room help define functions whilst maintaining the air of light and space. A small built in office adds further options.

There are five good sized bedrooms on offer, the master with a walk in wardrobe and ensuite. The very private 918sqm section is attractive, low maintenance and orientated towards the sun.

The Vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $670,000 www.bayleys.co.nz/518460

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

www.bayleys.co.nz

REINZ

July real estate market in Summary »»5,893 dwellings sold in July 2014, up 2.3% on June but down 13.0% on July 2013 »»National median price of $416,000, down $11,250 (-2.6%) on June and up $31,00 (+8.1%) on July 2013 »»Days to sell improved by two days to 37 days compared to June, although eased two days compared to July 2013 REINZ, the most up to date source of real estate data in New Zealand, announced today that there were 5,893 dwelling sales in the month of July, down 13.0% on July 2013 and up 2.3% compared to June. The national median price was $416,000 for the month of July, an increase of $31,000 compared to July 2013, but a fall of $11,250 from June.

Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) Chief Executive Helen O’Sullivan says, “The real estate market is firmly in winter mode at present with listings low and activity muted across the country. Sales volumes picked up a little in July compared to last month but this is about in line with the normal seasonal pattern. Rising interest rates and the forthcoming election are probably also influencing buyer behaviour.”

followed by Hawkes Bay with a fall of 19.8% and Auckland with a fall of 18.7%. While the total number of sales was down 13.0% compared to July 2013, the number of sales below $400,000 fell by 21.8%.

This follows a fall in sales below $400,000 of 17.3% between June 2013 and June 2014. This may be indicative of fewer sales in the lower price brackets since the imposition of the LVR restrictions.

Prices The national median house price fell by $11,250 (-2.6%), from $427,250 in June, to $416,000 in July. Compared to July 2013 the national median house price increased by $31,000 (+8.1%), with five regions recording an increase in the median price.

83% of the increase in the national median price compared to July last year occurred in Auckland, with Canterbury/Westland contributing 19% of the increase and Waikato/Bay of Plenty contributing 9%. Together these three regions accounted for 111% of the increase in the median price between July 2013 and July 2014, with the remaining nine regions contributing -11% of the increase in the median price.

Canterbury/Westland recorded the largest increase in median price compared to July 2013, with an 11.1% increase, followed by Auckland with a 10.5% increase and Waikato/ Bay of Plenty with a 5.8% increase.

Compared to June, Southland recorded the largest increase in median price, up 4.2%, followed by Otago with 3.8% and Auckland with 1.7%.

The REINZ Stratified Housing Price Index, which adjusts for some of the variations in the mix that can “Reports on the effects of the LVR restrictions continue particularly from impact on the median price, is 5.9% higher than July 2013, at 3885.5. the regions, where the reported lack of able buyers is filtering up the price The Auckland Index has risen 12.2% compared to July 2013, with the points and on to vendor behaviour.

In this context it is worth noting that Christchurch Index up 13.9% and the Wellington Index down 2.3%.

Auckland and Canterbury/Westland accounted for more than 100% of Days To Sell the increase in the national median Dwellings took two days less to price between July this year and July sell in July compared to June at 37 last year, a further indication that days.

Compared to July 2013, the the ‘national price’ is being driven by median number of days to sell was these two regions alone.” two days longer. Four regions saw an Sales Volumes improvement in the number of days REINZ data shows there were 5,893 to sell between July 2013 and July unconditional residential sales in July, 2014, with a 2.3% increase on sales recorded for June, and a 13.0% fall from July 2013.

Typically, sales in July are higher than June, however on a seasonally adjusted basis the level of sales was about flat compared to June and down 13.0% compared to July 2013.

Eight regions recorded an increase in sales volume compared to June with Hawkes Bay recording the largest increase of 22.1%, followed

by Otago with 12.4% and Manawatu/ Wanganui with 12.0%. Compared to July 2013 nine regions recorded a decrease in sales volume with Otago recording the largest fall of 20.8%,

Southland recording the largest improvement of six days. Auckland saw its number of days to sell ease by three days.

For the month of July, Canterbury/ Westland recorded the shortest days to sell at 30 days, followed by Auckland at 32 days and Otago at 37 days. Northland recorded the longest number of days to sell at 76 days, followed by Manawatu/Wanganui and Central Otago Lakes with 59 days.

Over the past 10 years the median days to sell for the month of July has averaged 39 days across New Zealand.

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winter mode Auctions Nationally there were 978 dwellings sold by auction in July representing 16.6% of all sales, and a reduction of 403 on the number of dwellings sold by auction in July 2013. For the 12 months to July 2014 the total number of sales by auction was 14,831 or 19.8% of all sales, compared to 15,221 or 19.3% of all sales for the 12 months to July 2013.

Transactions in Auckland again dominated the auction market in March, representing 68.7% of the national total of auction sales.

30.0% of all dwelling sales in Auckland were by auction in July, compared to 38.1% of sales by auction in July 2013. Sales by auction in Waikato/Bay Of Plenty accounted for 9.4% of the national total, Canterbury/Westland accounted for 13.9% of the national total, and all other regions combined accounted for the remaining 8.0% of auction sales in July 2014 (see graph below left).

Further Data (see graph below, right).

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The REINZ Housing Price Index fell 0.7% compared with June to sit at 3,885.5. Auckland rose 0.7% in July, Christchurch rose 3.5%,and Wellington rose 2.1%. For the 12 months to July, the Auckland Index rose 12.2%, the Christchurch Index rose 13.9% and the Wellington Index fell 2.3%. The National Index increased 5.9% compared to July last year.

value of residential sales, including sections was $3.063 billion in July, compared to $3.082 billion in June, and $3.305 billion in July 2013.

For the 12 months ended July the total value of residential sales was $39.339 billion.

The breakdown of the value of properties sold in July 2014 compared to July 2013 is: There were 775 fewer (-21.8%) sales under $400,000 in July 2014 compared to July 2013, compared to a drop of 884 sales (- 13.0%) for all price brackets between the two periods.

* CAGR is Compound Annual Growth Rate ** The Christchurch data needs to be treated with some caution due to compositional changes in the suburb mix caused by the earthquakes in the city

REINZ Stratified Median Housing Price Index (see graph below, bottom).

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How do you sell a home with pets?

This is a question that gets asked a lot in real estate sales.

If you have a dog or cat, chances are you love your pet. While some home owners have strict outside pet rules, most allow their animals inside their homes as part of the family. But, while pets are great for your emotional health, it does not help you sell your home. When you decide to put the house on the market you need to do some serious housecleaning and repair work before you can command a competitive price.

You want buyers to be able to picture themselves in your home.

This means giving them the space to envision living there, space that is free from too many of your personal things – including pets and all they bring with them. So how do you go about selling your property when you have pets?

Without further ado here are some of the best tips to prepare for selling your home with pets. These tips are general, and may or may not apply to your particular situation.

1. TalkTO toVETERINARIAN your pet’s veterinarian TALK FIRST first.

One important thing to keep in mind is that your animal has its own needs, needs that are best discussed with your veterinarian. Talk to him or her about what you plan on doing, and how it will work with your specific pet or pets. This is especially important when your pet is older and may not adjust well to change. Selling a home can be just as stressful for the pet as it is for the home owner.

2. Temporarily RELOCATE relocate.

TEMPORARILY This may or may not be something you are willing to do, but it is easier to show-and-sell your home (and keep it clean), if your pets are not present when buyers arrive. If you have a friend or family member that you are comfortable leaving your animal with, it will give you the chance to eliminate all of the signs of having a pet in the house (which can significantly reduce a home’s value) and avoid the pet causing further issues. While I happen to be a pet lover myself there are many home buyers who are not. In fact some folks consider it a huge turn-off when looking at potential homes they may want to own.

Ideally you should have your real estate agent showing the home, preferably while you are away.

Having a pet in the house or yard can create complications for your agent while trying to show the house, and puts your pet at risk of accidentally getting out during the process. There are also liability issues to deal with as well. While your dog or cat may be ultra friendly, it is certainly possible they can have a bad day just like you and I.

mind, and he or she will likely deduct the cost of carpet replacement immediately from an offer as a result.

A strong odour is in fact one of the top reasons a buyer will pass on a home.

before you had your pet.

9. Remember pet liability.

REMEMBER PET LIABILITY

Did you know that you can be held liable for your pet biting someone while on your property? According to Kenneth M Phillips who specializes Avoid this by having your carpet in law surrounding dog bites, there and flooring professionally cleaned, with a focus on removing pet odours. are more than 4.7 million dog bite If the staining or odours are too bad, cases reported in the US every year. you may need to replace the carpet in Further the average lawsuit resulting from an injury is settled for more than the problem areas. $29,000 and climbing much higher CLEAN UPyour YOUR BACKYARD when extensive plastic surgery is 6.

Clean yard.

When you leave your pet home needed. during showings you are asking for Pick up any messes in the backyard, trouble especially if a buyer brings If you own a pet and are leaving and have any sod replaced and other a young child and they are curious. them in your home during showings damage repaired as necessary. You The last thing you want is Fido taking may be the kind of person who picks this should be a real wake up call! I a chunk out of a buyers child’s arm. know you are probably thinking Fido up after your pet regularly, or you Remember we live is a lawsuit happy may have a cat that causes very little would never hurt a flea. Is it really society! You are taking a big risk impact to your yard. However, a large worth taking a chance? when your pet is allowed to roam number of dog owners give their pets freely during showings.

One of the things you should do if free reign of the backyard. This is a you own a dog is check your home great life for dogs and cats, but it There are times where it may not insurance policy and make sure that it can be hard on the look of your lawn. be possible to remove a pet from a does not exclude dog bite coverage.

One of the best tips, when selling a home. Maybe due to your job you You will want to check the exclusion home with pets, is to make sure you just can’t come back and remove in the coverage section to make sure don’t neglect the yard as this is just them or you can’t find anyone who it does not mention dogs or even important to some buyers as the will help take care of them. If this animals in general.

Some insurance inside of the home. is the case your next best option is policies will exclude certain breeds to either put them in a contained such as pit bulls, German shepherds, 7. Erase signs of your pet for REMOVE SIGNS OF YOUR PETS space and let a buyer and their Real rottweilers, great Danes and others. potential buyers.

Estate agent know about it ahead of time or buyer a pet friendly cage In approximately two thirds of the Remove pet photos. You want to to keep them in. While your pet may states in the US pet owners can be buyers to be as unaware of your pet not be accustomed to this and you held liable for injuries resulting from a ownership as possible. If they ask love treating your animals like one the question, you will have to answer dog bite even if the animal has shown of the family sometimes this is what no previous aggression. So while it honestly. However, you can often is necessary when you are making was previously mentioned that you avoid this by taking necessary steps selling your home a priority. shouldn’t leave your dog around for like those listed above. In addition, showings it can’t be emphasised put away all pet toys, bedding, 4. Repair anyDAMAGE damage.

REPAIR ANY enough. If you want to know how to litter boxes and food – preferably at sell a home with pets this tip should another location besides your home.

As much as we love our pets, they be the one you don’t forget! are still animals, and pet damage is Some realtors never attractive when selling your recommend removing all home. Dogs and cats will inevitably photos where your pet destroy something, including carpets, is present as well, and to furniture, hardwood flooring, walls, look and make certain the doors, turf in your yard and your animal does not show up fence. in any marketing materials you create for your home.

All of this damage should be Like other forms of home repaired prior to showing the home. staging, removing extra This may require some investment pet clutter is an important on your part, especially if the animal consideration when you are has damaged expensive items like selling your property. your hardwood flooring or walls in your house. Regardless of the cost of repair, though, the value you will get for your house will be well worth paying for the repairs.

8. Prepare properly.

PREPARE PROPERLY

Selling a home with pets takes work, but it’s worth it in the long run!

5. Remove pet odours &and stains.

REMOVE PET ODOURS STAINS You may do all of these things and yet still have Pets have accidents; and while it is possible to get used to the pet smell buyers ask about whether over time, new visitors to your home you have pets. Sometimes will be sure to notice the smells. This it is impossible to hide all is not something you want to happen. evidence, and sometimes 3. Remove pets during showings.

REMOVE PETS DURING SHOWINGS they just ask anyway. Even In fact, above all else, this may be When selling a home with pets, at important tip for selling a home when if this happens, though, you have still done everything the very least, you should remove you have pets. necessary to return your them from your home when you are house to its prior pet-free Our sense of smell has a powerful showing the property for sale. All the status. Buyers will have effect on our emotions, our memory cute things your dog does will not little to complain about, help you sell your home, and will only and on our perception of things. because your house now An initial urine odour on entering a remind the potential buyer that the looks as good as it did house has contained pets previously. house is sure to stick in the buyer’s

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