Welcome to our SOLD Torbay & Long Bay Market Report magazine
for April 2025
Our magazine contains the latest available information regarding property sales in the local area along with details of market trends, stats and tips.
Aucklanders continue to have an almost insatiable appetite for property market intelligence, so each month we will share details of the trends in your area. This is just part of our commitment to continue delivering you the highest level of service.
We’ve been locals for decades so we know the area well. Our goal is to apply this knowledge for you so you’re able to make the most of the opportunity that today’s and tomorrow’s market presents.
Please do not hesitate to contact any of our sales team if you would like more information, we would be delighted to help you with your real estate needs.
Thank you and all the best for the coming month.
Tony Cederwall and the Torbay & Long Bay teams
Torbay branch 1054B Beach Road Torbay, Auckland 0630
Long Bay branch 57/167 Glenvar Ridge Road Long Bay, Auckland 0630
P 09 473 9190
E torbay@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz/torbay
P 09 473 0712
E longbay@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz/long-bay
Latest News
Auckland housing market recovery arrives
The Auckland housing market has responded aggressively to improved buying conditions with turnover hitting the highest number of sales in a month for more than three years, and with prices at their highest this calendar year.
“The long-anticipated housing market recovery finally arrived in March,” said Peter Thompson, Managing Director of Barfoot and Thompson.
“We sold 1,213 properties in March, and you need to go back to July 2021, when the market was just off its peak, to find a month when we sold more homes.
“There was also a marked increase in sales prices during the month, with the median price increasing by 4.3 percent to $970,000 and the average price by 3.4 percent to $1,145,045.
“The momentum in the market has been slowly building since the start of the year, and with marginally better economic
news in March confidence in the housing market lifted.
“Although both the median and average prices paid in March were at their highest this year, buyers continued to be cautious, and the prices being paid remain below where they were at this time last year.
“Higher sales number at modestly higher prices is a positive sign that improved market activity is likely to be sustained over the next few months.
“Buyer choice remains at an alltime high despite the high sales in March, and we listed 2,103 new properties in the month through a combination of new builds reaching the market and existing properties.
“At month end we had 6,268 properties on our books, by far the largest number of listings for 15 years.
“Sales activity was strong in all price segments during March, with a notable increase in sales at the top end of the market.
“We sold 28 homes for more than $3 million, the highest number in a month for three years and another 61 between $2 to $3 million.
“Sales activity in the rural and lifestyle markets in Northland and the Auckland region also increased significantly in March, with sales of close to $65 million across 39 properties.
“While turnover in the rural and lifestyle markets was up 48 percent on that for February, it was in line with turnover at the same time last year.”
Peter Thompson Managing Director
Torbay, Long Bay & Waiake
Market Share and Figures
We sell across all price brackets and types of property. Here’s proof why people continue to list and sell with Barfoot & Thompson.
Over the last 12 months, Barfoot & Thompson sold more property in our area than any competitor.
For the period from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025, we sold 38% of all properties for sale in the area – that’s over 1420 sales made by Barfoot & Thompson!
Bay, Long Bay, Murrays Bay, Northcross, Pinehill, Rothesay Bay, Torbay & Waiake. 35% of properties in the Torbay area*
1st January to 31st March 2025 compared to the same period last year.
Torbay + Waiake
Rothesay Bay
Pinehill
Murrays Bay
Long Bay
Browns Bay + Northcross
Torbay + Waiake
Rothesay Bay
Pinehill
Murrays Bay
Long Bay
Browns Bay + Northcross
AUTUMN IS AN AWESOME TIME TO SELL
Summer is often seen as the most ideal time of the year to list your home but it can be smart to wait until autumn to hammer that ‘for sale’ sign into your lawn.
After all, the kids are back in school, the weather is still temperate and people are traveling less creating a more captive audience.
Rest and relaxation
Summer months are meant for relaxing, and spending time with family. Keeping the house clean with the kids home all day coupled with having to work around open houses can really be overwhelming. Wait until the dust has settled and people are closing up baches and coming home from the beaches.
The charm of autumn
There is something so lovely about the changing leaves and a crisp cool morning with a cuppa in your hand. Have a cookbook open on your countertop to a recipe for a hearty stew next to a bowl full of red apples and home buyers will be able to picture themselves getting cosy during a night in. Plus, the autumn palette on your trees can make your garden more appealing.
Heating and cooling during a cooler market
In summer, heatwaves make sweltering indoor temperature a glaring issue. Attendees at open homes often find themselves sweaty and uncomfortable while viewing properties, especially during mid-day viewings. Prospective buyers then become aware of how hot a home could be and it might therefore appear less appealing. Autumn temperatures make for a more pleasant period of time with weather extremes less of an issue. Plus, things like heat pumps and fireplaces (more common than air con) become big selling points.
Less competition
There are fewer homes on the market during the autumn months so your property will potentially receive more attention and have less competition for buyers.
Less competition for your power team
Having the right photographers, salesperson, home stagers and cleaners can be game changers when putting your house on the market. During the summer, these coveted services can be more expensive and the “best of best” can be fully booked. Waiting until the fall means there is less demand for services so you can score an appointment and you may be able to negotiate lower rates.
Buyers tend to be more serious
Autumn home buyers tend to be more focused on what they want.They have had the summer to hone down their property wish list and will be more likely to move quickly to purchase. Another motivation is that few want to brave winter’s cold temperatures when packing and settling in.
Want to know more about how to add value to your property?
For more advice, contact one of our salespeople or check out all our selling tips on how to add value to your home.
Recent
Sales
The following pages show a summary of sales in Torbay, Long Bay & Waiake made by all selling agencies during March 2025.
Our sales data includes information submitted by the selling agency and may include some private sales. Where details of a particular sale may not have been able to be fully verified, it may be omitted from our reports.
Please do not hesitate to contact any of our sales team if you would like more information, we would be delighted to help you with your real estate needs.
Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information presented. Land and floor sizes are approximate, sourced from REINZ, Auckland Council or other public sources and may contain inaccuracies. Barfoot & Thompson Limited (REA2008) accepts no responsibility should the contents of this market report prove to be incomplete or incorrect.
Torbay, Long Bay & Waiake
10 Allender Drive
$1,530,000
68 Ashley Avenue
$1,320,000
1029 Beach Road
$1,430,000
1/867
Beach Road
$950,000
2/957A Beach Road
$835,000
81 Bearing Parade
$1,322,000
1/6
Ceramco Place
$887,500
2/6 Charmaine Road
$890,000
21B County Road
$1,050,000
21C County Road
$1,100,000 $1,175,000
21F County Road
$1,100,000 $1,100,000
4
32
Danbury Drive
$1,350,000 $1,670,000
4
128
Deep Creek Road
$1,625,000
1/167 Deep Creek Road
$975,000 $1,025,000
1/42 Deep Creek Road
$1,400,000
71
Deep Creek Road
$1,255,000
32
Firth Road
$1,642,800
28 Fitzwilliam Drive
$1,395,000
3 Fitzwilliam Drive
$1,047,000
17 Freya Place
$1,030,000
1 Garden Lane
$1,250,000
182 Glamorgan Drive
$1,240,000
206/167 Glenvar Ridge Road
$650,000
23A Glenvar Road
Glenvar Road
17 Headland Drive
Headsail Drive
40B Hebron Road
Size Sale price Crosslease
$1,235,000 $1,200,000 CV
3 Floor size 120
25 Kumukumu Road
$938,000 $880,000 CV Land Size Sale price 470
n/a Floor size n/a
27
Kumukumu Road
Size Sale price 484
$980,000 $880,000 CV
n/a
1/3B Long Bay Drive
$1,150,000 $1,375,000 CV
11C Manuwai Road
$1,370,000 $1,350,000 CV
5 Mizen Court
$1,105,000 $1,375,000 CV Land Size Sale price 584
3 Mizpah Road
$1,140,000 $1,285,000 CV
17 Ridgelea Road
$1,888,000 $1,775,000
10 Rock Isle Road
$1,700,000 $1,650,000 CV
n/a
3
1/5 Sharon Road
$1,388,000
115A Stredwick Drive
$865,000
117 Stredwick Drive
$1,200,000
2/11 Tainui Street
$861,000
1/6 Tallington Crescent
$757,575
102/84A Te Oneroa Way
$654,000
103/84A Te Oneroa Way
$859,000
201/84C Te Oneroa Way
$1,094,000
202/84C Te Oneroa Way
$709,000
Lot 16/194 Vaughans Road
Land Size Sale price 588
$1,250,000 $910,000 CV
Bedrooms n/a Floor size n/a
49 Waiau Street
Land Size Sale price 582
$1,530,000 $1,325,000 CV
Bedrooms 4 Floor size 200
9 Waitai Close
Land Size Sale price 498
$920,000 $890,000 CV
Bedrooms n/a Floor size n/a
This publication shows data regarding a wide selection of published residential property sales that have recently occurred. It includes information from multiple sources and published reports of sales made by most Real Estate agencies and may include private sales. Where data is not publicly available, an individual sale may have been excluded from the average results and tallies shown in this report. Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information. Barfoot and Thompson Limited (REAA2008) accepts no responsibility should the contents of this market report prove to be incomplete or incorrect.
Meet the Team
Tony Cederwall Branch Manager 027 5466 377
People often ask, “Why would I choose Barfoot & Thompson Torbay?” As Branch Manager, my answer is simple: it’s about understanding. Understanding your story, your goals, and the vision you have for your future. This approach is the foundation of everything we do at our branch.
I firmly believe that with the right leadership, a positive mindset, empathy, and innovative strategies, we can help achieve exceptional outcomes for our clients. My years of experience as a top-performing salesperson on the North Shore taught me the value of these qualities, and I ensure my team upholds the same standards.
I moved to the Bays in 1987, and my roots in this community run deep. From playing rugby and cricket at the East Coast Bays clubs to running my own business for 22 years, I’ve gained a strong understanding of the local area and its people. My business background has also equipped me with valuable skills in finance, customer service and management, which I now apply to leading my team.
My journey into real estate was fuelled by my love for property and a passion for creating spaces where people can see their future unfold. While I no longer sell directly, my focus now is to empower and guide my team to do what we do best - helping people buy and sell their homes with confidence and as little stress as possible.
I’m also dedicated to giving back, particularly through my continued involvement with the charity First Steps Himalayas, a cause that is close to my heart. In honour of my son Robbie, I’m committed to supporting initiatives that make a difference, both here at home and abroad.
At Barfoot & Thompson, we believe in more than just selling properties. As our Managing Director Peter Thompson has said, “We’re in the people business.” With over 100 years of family-owned history, Barfoot & Thompson continues to lead in Auckland’s real estate market, selling two out of every five listed homes. Those odds reflect the trust we’ve built with our clients and the community.
Family, community, understanding and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. If those values resonate with you, I’d love to welcome you to our branch to discuss how we can support your next real estate journey.
Property Management team
Jody Hetaraka Head of Property Management
Dorean Posimani Property Manager 027 431 9696
Residential Sales team Torbay
Michele Bensley 021 270 7410
Kyra Perwick 027 311 7953
Chelsea Chen 021 087 87168
Wendy Radcliffe 021 772 070
Karin de Leeuw 027 270 2700
Mary Huang 021 135 6281
Andrea Tavae 022 476 7273
Craig Zhu 021 800 280
Residential/Rural Sales team Long Bay
Betty Gao 022 383 0408
Eva Li 021 051 3590
Vivian Wang 021 284 8168
Bailey He 021 866 696
Yang Lin 021 0873 3492
Tiki Jiang 021 775 217
Mayur Nimje 022 364 5005
Damon Li 021 077 9509
Ray Qu 021 190 0881
1054B Beach Road, Torbay
Residential Sales 09 473 9190
Property Management 09 473 0372
Email torbay@barfoot.co.nz
barfoot.co.nz/torbay
Long Bay
57/167 Glenvar Ridge Road, Long Bay
Residential Sales 09 473 0712
Property Management 09 473 0472
Email longbay@barfoot.co.nz
barfoot.co.nz/long-bay
Barfoot & Thompson
Long Bay