

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.
Nick Bates and the Pukekohe, Pokeno and Tuakau teams
Pukekohe branch
68 King Street Pukekohe 2120
Tuakau branch
22 George Street Tuakau 2121
Pokeno branch
63 Great South Road
Pokeno 2402
P 09 238 7019
E pukekohe@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz/pukekohe
P 09 237 8310
E tuakau@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz/tuakau
P 09 232 6762
E pokeno@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz/pokeno
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
$1,300,000
$1,275,000
Pukekohe, Ramarama, Runciman, Tuakau, Waiau Pa, Waiuku & Whakatiwai.
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 all competitors combined.
For the period from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025 we sold 51% of all rural and lifestyle properties for sale in the local area –that’s over 100 sales made by Barfoot & Thompson!
*Figures shown on this page include information from multiple sources and published reports of rural sales made by most Real Estate agencies and may include private sales. The area shown includes Bombay, Buckland, Drury, Glenbrook, Hunua, Kaiaua, Kingseat, Mangatangi, Mangatawhiri, Mauku, Mercer, Onewhero, Otaua, Paerata, Patumahoe, Pokeno, Port Waikato, Pukekawa, Pukekohe, Pukekohe East, Puni, Ramarama, Runciman, Tuakau, Waiau Pa, Waiuku & Whakatiwai. Totals are cumulative, baselined on the 13th of each month for the available results made in the previous calendar month. Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information. Barfoot and Thompson Limited (REA2008) accepts no responsibility should the contents of this market report prove to be incomplete or incorrect.
1st January to 31st March 2025 compared to the same period last year.
(Pukekohe & Surrounds*, Rural Sales)
*Figures shown on this page include information from multiple sources and published reports of rural sales made by most Real Estate agencies and may include private sales. The area shown includes Bombay, Buckland, Drury, Glenbrook, Hunua, Kaiaua, Kingseat, Mangatangi, Mangatawhiri, Mauku, Mercer, Onewhero, Otaua, Paerata, Patumahoe, Pokeno, Port Waikato, Pukekawa, Pukekohe, Pukekohe East, Puni, Ramarama, Runciman, Tuakau, Waiau Pa, Waiuku & Whakatiwai. Totals are cumulative, baselined on the 13th of each month for the
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ensure the accuracy of the information. Barfoot and Thompson
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
For more advice, contact one of our salespeople or check out all our selling tips on how to add value to your home.
The following pages show a summary of rural sales in Pukekohe & Surrounds* 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.
& Whakatiwai.
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.
$1,355,000
$1,905,000
$1,550,000
$8,280,000
$6,025,000
$1,260,000
81
$1,330,000
696
$1,100,000
$1,265,000
$1,300,000
$1,170,000
$2,000,000 Sale price Land Size 26.98 ha n/a Bedrooms
$2,575,000 CV n/a Floor size
$930,000 Sale price Land Size 3.11 ha 4 Bedrooms
$980,000 CV 375 Floor size
$875,000 Sale price Land Size 3.85 ha 3 Bedrooms
$870,000 CV 112 Floor size
$1,210,000 Sale price Land Size 0.75 ha 4 Bedrooms
$1,060,000 CV 144 Floor size
$1,625,000 Sale price Land Size 4.55 ha 4 Bedrooms
$1,550,000 CV 360 Floor size
$1,950,000 Sale price Land Size 0.36 ha 4 Bedrooms
$1,580,000 CV 248 Floor size
$2,600,000 Sale price Land Size 1.17 ha 5 Bedrooms
$2,380,000 CV 380 Floor size
$1,240,000 Sale price Land Size 0.62 ha 4 Bedrooms
$1,240,000 CV 449 Floor size
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.
A small business owner/operator for many years, Nick brings a wealth of technology, business knowledge and customer service experience to real estate. As a salesperson Nick was a top performer with Barfoot & Thompson being in the top 25 salespeople (companywide) 2008 - 2011.
In 2012 moving into management was a natural step for Nick who continually seeks new challenges and opportunity to grow himself as a person and to bring his strengths to the benefit of others.
Pukekohe/Tuakau is a large team comprising: - 2 sales managers, 40+ salespeople plus many associates and assistants. The branches include a rural/ lifestyle team, commercial and a very active residential team all supporting a town that is fast growing. The branch also operates a 600+ rental portfolio.
Franklin Hospice, local rugby clubs, schools and individuals are supported by Pukekohe/Tuakau offices with the focus of strengthening community relationships.
Nick works closely with his management and sales teams to achieve outstanding levels of client care and customer service and to provide an unparalleled real estate experience for anyone choosing to work with the Barfoot & Thompson team, Pukekohe/Tuakau/Pokeno.
McPherson 021 295 8473
Squire 021 996 050
Brendon Moore 027 238 6660
Tabrum 022 567 9662
Pierce 0274 802 741
Rowell 021 429 462
Sharpe 021 278 6006
Ankush Bajaj 021 026 88621
Diana Cussen 027 225 8131
027 287 3331
Chris Burger 021 908 949
Ione Cussen 021 027 18217
Kemp 021 900 911
Tania Colville 021 618 893
Hannah Digby 021 079 1086
Lal 021 137 5675
Courteaud 021 139 0328
du Plessis 027 222 2117
027 379 3531
Courtney 027 270 2221
Feeney 027 911 3350
027 234 9367
Ailsa
Management 09 237 3140 Email pukekohe@barfoot.co.nz
barfoot.co.nz/pukekohe
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63 Great South Road, Pokeno 2402 Residential Sales 09 232 6762 Property Management 09 237 3140
Email pokeno@barfoot.co.nz 22 George Street, Tuakau 2121 Residential Sales 09 237 8310 Property Management 09 237 3140 Email tuakau@barfoot.co.nz 68 King Street, Pukekohe 2120 Residential Sales 09 238 7019
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