Parnell Living | November

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Iconic Property; Once in a Lifetime Opportunity

All agent conjunctionals welcome - just give me a call.

On the market for the first time in 53 years, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform this iconic, historic property into your trophy dream home.

Superbly located on 1,553sq m of freehold land, this late-1880s heritage home has all the ingredients waiting for you to once again make it one of Auckland’s most magnificent properties. It enjoys views ready to be amplified to superbly admire Rangitoto, the harbour, Mt Hobson, and the city skyline. It’s brilliant northern slopes location with Double Grammar zoning is between Newmarket and Remuera Village within 300 metres of Remuera Road, and is zoned Residential Single House Zone.

Its large grounds include a big westerly-facing backyard where a level area which formerly housed a tennis court invites magnificent alfresco entertaining and a swimming pool if desired.

Its much-admired stately profile earlier bore the name ‘Medina’ and was owned by an accomplished Lieutenant-Colonel, with it more recently being occupied as a family home.

Historic landmarks like this are extremely rare. With its extensive grounds and sought-after location, this truly is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Set Date of Sale: 1:00pm, 1 December (unless sold prior)

View see online for viewing times

BASSET ROAD, REMUERA

TARAWERA TERRACE, ST HELIERS

Spacious and Modern Family Living

This stunning family home is everything you want and probably more! Set up a private driveway you’ll love the peace, quiet and views that it offers and you’ll love the quality that is on show throughout. The ground floor is dedicated to an open plan family living, dining and modern kitchen as well as a formal living space that all flow to a fully fenced north facing courtyard and garden making family life and entertaining a breeze. You also have the convenience of a bedroom and bathroom downstairs.

Upstairs you’ll find four spacious bedrooms, the master with ensuite, walk-in robe and views and a further family bathroom and a third living space again with those lovely views. And it’s all topped off with a large double garage, off-street parking and plenty of storage.

This really is a home for all seasons. It is immaculately presented both inside and out and the location is hard to beat. Now you can live the best lifestyle of the bays with the parks, cafes and beach all at your fingertips.

A home of this calibre in this location is hard to find and rarely available - don’t miss out!

Please contact Lisa Stone 021 504 674 or George Erdos 021 959 331 for further details.

Open home Saturday & Sunday 1:00-1:30pm

Auction 12:30pm Wednesday 16 November, 2022 In rooms 272 Parnell Road, Parnell (Unless Sold Prior)

Beautifully presented & meticulously maintained

18A TARAWERA TERRACE, ST HELIERS

Auction: 12:30pm, 16 November (unless sold prior) In Rooms - 272 Parnell Road

View Sat & Sun, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Heartland Ponsonby

Welcome home to those of you looking for the classic Ponsonby three bedroom villa, replete with character features. You will fall in love with this picture perfect home that has preserved the integrity of the archetypical Villa. However, recent additions ensure that it’s perfect for the 2020’s lifestyle.

This includes a must have ensuite in the main bedroom and a large kitchen-dining area that bifolds back onto a large west facing deck which basks in the afternoon sun but can be sheltered with the remote controlled awning. This steps down into the most private green Titoki hedged oasis. Perfect for afternoon drinks, kids to play in or a barbecue.

Mind you, this is the kind of street of days gone by when kids play on the road and with the neighbours. You will enjoy the security and safety of the neighbourhood.

The kitchen has been beautifully modernised. This glistens modern and fresh against the wooden floor boards that many generations have enjoyed.

The pressed steel ceilings are some of the best we’ve seen. Very dramatic, very cool and make quite the

statement.

The entrance way is pretty with a heart engraved balustrade and a morning deck to enjoy a cup of tea. You’ll love the traditional solid doors and elegant grill. Simple green and white boxed hedges and white roses for on trend simplicity.

Classical wide hallway with two double bedrooms on the right and one on the left and a living room, down to the kitchen and dining room that spans the width of the house.

A further family bathroom and massive entertaining deck complete this delightful family home.

Set in a great location, a stone’s throw from the Tole Reserve for kids and pets to enjoy, close proximity to both Ponsonby and Jervois road and is very close to both Ponsonby primary and intermediate school.

Our current owners have enjoyed living here for over a decade with two children. They have now purchased so this will be selling under the hammer.

Call us to view this treasure now!

The classic Ponsonby three bedroom villa, replete with character features.

Auction: 12:30pm, 16 November (unless sold prior)

Open Homes See online for viewing times

77 ISLINGTON STREET, PONSONBY

Developer Sell Out

Unparalleled Value on a New Build and Pet Friendly.

Studio to 3 bedrooms options, priced from $495,000$1,595,000:

• Studio $495,000

• 1brm $650,000

• 2brm from $810,000

• 2 level 2brm townhouses from $1.050m

• 2 level 3brm townhouses from $1.395m

• 1 x Penthouse $1.395m

A selection of 15 quality units designed in partnership with Fearon Hay (Master Planners) and Peddlethorp Architects. We are proud to offer these units at substantially reduced prices and well below replacement cost. Brand New with Code Compliance Certificate. Astute buyers can purchase with full confidence. Creative architecture, landscape design, expansive garden walls, glass lifts, and premium materials all meet in perfect unison.

Amazing mix of apartments and townhouses:

• Perfect for family downsizing

• Kids moving close for Universities

• First home buyers may qualify for up to $10k deposit grant subject to approval

• Investors

• Pet Friendly

Easy low maintenance city living. Secure and pet friendly community. Carparks with select units. Flexible settlement terms.

Les Mills gym is a short stroll away for the fitness buff, City Works Depot for your morning caffeine fix, or Ponsonby, Victoria Park, Wynyard Quarter, and Commercial Bay are just minutes away.

Call us now to make this your new home. George Erdos 021 959 331, Howard Sidnam 021 973 389 & Sharon Lee 027 443 1368

George Erdos 021 959 331 george.erdos@raywhite.com

Howard Sidnam 021 973 389 howard.sidnam@raywhite.com

Sharon Lee 027 443 1368

sharon.lee@raywhite.com

George Erdos. Howard Sidnam.

Sharon Lee.

Creative architecture, landscape design, expansive garden walls, glass lifts, and premium materials all meet in perfect unison.

Priced from $495,000 to $1,595,000

Open Homes

online for viewing times

Top: Pasture

Above: The South Island trumpeter

Right: Chefs

Fang’s Story:

In the not too distant distopian future, the government homogenises all food flavour profiles and demands nutrition must be gained by citizens consuming only Gruel. Gruel tastes like nothing and provides only the basic requirements for supporting life. It’s cheap and easily produced on a mass scale.

. The Underground Flavour Liberation Front fight to bring flavour and taste to the people.

Fang is a renegade chef who leads the UFLF and defies the government to keep alive all the traditional recipes she learned from her grandfather, Tom Yum. The Yum Punks are her devoted followers.

Fang will fight the government to liberate the flavours for the people who seek out the finest REAL Sichuan recipes.

Bold and brilliant, Fang won’t disappoint.

Fang in Parnell is a hidden gem! Wonderful Asian restaurant. Great menu. Excellent food. Great staff and friendly wonderful service!

First home buyers enjoy record

market share

First home buyer market share has reached its highest level in recorded history, according to the most recent data from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand.

First home buyers were responsible for 20.8% of the $5.4 billion in new residential mortgage lending activity that occurred in August.

That is their biggest market share since the RBNZ began compiling this data in 2014.

The rest of the borrowing was done by a mixture of other owner-occupiers (61.3%), investors (16.7%) and businesses that took out residential mortgages (1.2%).

The $5.4 billion of new home loan activity in August was about half the record $10.5 billion in March 2021. It was also below the average monthly figure of $6.0 billion

It’s possible to enter the market with a small deposit

The record first home buyer result is encouraging news for younger New Zealanders who want to enter the property market.

Traditionally, lenders encourage borrowers to save a 20% deposit. However, 6.3% of the first home buyer loans in August were for borrowers who had a smaller deposit, according to the RBNZ data.

That shows it’s possible to enter the market ahead of schedule – although it does depend on your personal circumstances and your choice of lender.

I love helping first home buyers. Reach out if you’d like me to hold your hand through the process of buying your first property.

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Recipe Chocolate & Zucchini Cake with Luscious Cream-Cheese Icing

I promise you can’t actually see, taste or smell the zucchini in this cake. Instead, the vegetable adds moisture and helps create a beautiful, classic chocolate cake that makes a perfect celebration centrepiece when loaded up with berries and slathered in the best icing ever.

INGREDIENTS

• 3 eggs

• 150g sour cream

• 250ml (1 cup) vegetable oil (or other neutral oil)

• 170ml (2/3 cup) black coffee, cooled

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 270g (2 cups) finely grated zucchini (courgette)

• (from 2–3 zucchini)

• 325g (1.6 cups) brown sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• 300g (2 cups) self-raising flour

• 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)

• 90g (¾ cup) Dutch-processed cocoa powder

Cream-cheese icing

• 375g (3 cups) icing (confectioners’) sugar

• 85g (2/3 cup) good-quality cocoa powder

• 150g salted butter, at room temperature

• 375g cream cheese, at room temperature

To fill and top

• 250ml (1 cup) double-thickened (dollop) cream

• 400g cherries and mixed berries

METHOD

Preheat the oven to 170C fan-forced. Line two 25–30 cm springform cake tins with baking paper.

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream,

vegetable oil, cooled coffee and vanilla until well combined and a little frothy. Add the zucchini and stir well to combine. In a separate large bowl, combine the sugar, salt, flour, bicarbonate of soda and cocoa powder.

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, ensuring you scrape right to the bottom of the bowl to mix well. Distribute the mixture evenly between the two prepared tins, then transfer to the oven and bake for 25-35 minutes, until a skewer inserted into the centre of each cake comes out mostly clean. It’s important not to overcook the cakes, so keep a close eye on them. Once cooked, remove from the oven and leave to cool for a few minutes, then snap off the sides of the tins and leave to cool completely.

Meanwhile, prepare the cream-cheese icing. Sift and combine the icing sugar and cocoa powder in a bowl and set aside. In a separate larger bowl, beat the butter with electric beaters until light and fluffy. Add the cream cheese and beat until incorporated and smooth. Add the icing sugar mixture in two batches, beating well to combine after each addition.

Place one of the cakes on a serving stand or plate. Top with a thin layer of icing, using the back of a spoon or a knife to spread and swirl the icing so that it’s flat and evenly distributed. Spread the cream over the top, then arrange about half the berries over that. Carefully add a thin layer of icing to the remaining cake, then place, icing side down, on top of the berries, pressing gently to ensure it sits flat. Top the cake generously with the remaining icing, spreading it all around the cake with a flat spatula or spreader. Top with the remaining berries and serve.

Latest

PARNELL

7 Elam Street, Parnell

Nestled in Prestigious Parnell, this north-facing home has been meticulously rebuilt (CCC 2018) under the watchful eye of Cook Sargisson (Simon Pirie), resulting in a luxurious, eye-catching, architecturally designed home. The quality of construction is evident with the use of Travertine stone, concrete, cedar & copper, manifesting in a striking street presence.

stunning

in the late 1980’s.

seems the inspiration

23 Judges Bay Road, Parnell

A

This highly sought after, yet rarely found, spacious apartment occupies the entire ground floor of a much-admired early 1900’s Parnell residence. The spacious floorplan of 210sqm (approx)

to downsizers and executives

up and

York

Stephens

in

And so much more.... This

for

Muse on Birdwood

the

choice,

professionals, downsizers, smaller families, plus investors seeking an easy low maintenance property, with complete peace of mind.

REMUERA

is truly a home that memories are made in, and now

your chance to make it your own. Set on a sunny site of 1090m2 (approx) there is room to roam; imagine all the family celebrations to be had in the fabulous backyard. The home itself is set well back from the road and living here is truly peaceful and tranquil.

positioned on 1037

Road

all

been

for

THE BAYS

ORAKEI

10A

AUCKLAND CENTRAL

HERNE BAY

28A West End Road, Herne Bay

Bay is New Zealand’s most expensive suburb. There is SO little land available. For those of you wanting to live in the area but are not content with an old villa and want a state of the art, brand new 2022, or an exemplary visionary home, then call me quick to explore the opportunity of building your dream home.

GREENLANE & ONE TREE HILL

Adam Street,

This immaculately presented single-level bungalow has been superbly renovated to be considerably more spacious than visitors first expect. Its owners of nearly a decade have thoughtfully extended and renovated this 1920s home throughout, considering every detail to make it a wonderful place to live, entertain and relax.

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Auction (unless sold prior) 1:00pm, 17 Nov

A spacious single-level

for

within Ellerslie School

both the front and

A recently renovated single-level bungalow with the perfect blend of modern and classical. Enjoy the character-rich features such as high studded panel ceilings and native wooden floors. Set upon a generous freehold land tenure comprising four large bedrooms and two modern bathrooms.

Auction (unless sold prior)

17 Nov

A solid 1930’s brick family home sitting on a freehold parcel of land. Plenty of room for families to sprawl and enjoy the expansive lawn and garden at the rear of the property. In a green and leafy Cornwall Park neighbourhood, the home is modern internally and offers gas central heating.

Road, Greenlane

Welcome to the opportunity of the year so far in Greenlane - this is your chance to enter a fantastic Cornwall Park neighbourhood without the hefty price tag that usually goes with this location. And although it may look or seem like a unit - it is actually a house on a sizeable section.

Price By Negotiation

ONEHUNGA & ROYAL OAK

Arthur Street, Onehunga

A modern yet classical 1900s villa set upon an elevated and sunny freehold site. Character rich with native wooden floors, lead light windows, and high stud ceilings throughout. This home is the epitome of indoor-to-outdoor flow with expansive backyard living providing a wonderful lifestyle for families.

1/21 Raurenga Avenue, Royal Oak

A

concrete

Pah Road, Royal Oak

This is a home that you are going to love! Not only is it immaculately presented inside and out and is move-in ready so that you don’t need to do a thing, it’s also set back from the road making it peaceful and private as well. And it’s built in peace of mind brick & cedar and all on one level making living a breeze.

ELLERSLIE

170A

Mile,

38C

Street,

2/6

Ellerslie

GLEN INNES & ST JOHNS

18D Torrington Crescent, Glen Innes

You will love everything about this super smart, immaculately presented freestanding home. Step inside and you will appreciate the sense of space the high vaulted ceiling gives in the open plan living, dining and kitchen. This home is all about being light and bright and has the all important indoor/outdoor flow to the private north facing deck and backyard.

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Auction (unless sold prior) 12:30pm, 23 November

Open Homes Sat & Sun 12:00pm - 12:30pm

This

EPSOM & NEWMARKET

Discreetly tucked away off Gillies

in the

through

For over

Melville

47 Korere Terrace, Stonefields

Robustly clad in brick and sitting amidst other prestigious terrace homes facing the park and Maungarei Reserve, this super sunny home is immaculately presented. Ideally suited for these who are keen to enrol their children in nearby Stonefields School and configured also as a versatile low maintenance option for mid-life downsizers who enjoy an active social life and still commute to the nearby city centre for work.

14 Lapilli Lane,

30

Stonefields

MOUNT EDEN

KINGSLAND & SANDRINGHAM & MOUNT ALBERT

2/22B Arabi Street, Sandringham

You are going to love this central location. There is transport, shopping, eateries and entertainment all within easy reach. This ground floor opportunity has been renovated to a high standard and includes washing machine, dishwasher, fridge freezer and microwave.

MOUNT WELLINGTON

A home with a downstairs unit comes with an address that is among the most sought-after for growing families & investors. If you are serious about owning a home with an extra income to cover the rising mortgage, do-r-upper to flick over or adding more properties to your portfolio, your search stops here. Only one person can own it, so better be quick.

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1B

Situated in one of the most desirable locations, this house offers the value you have been waiting for and is one of those truly rare opportunities you will miss if you blink. This one is perfect for families, first home buyers, investors or individuals looking to upsize, so get ready for a great summer as this home is set up for entertaining.

Court, Mount Wellington

This elevated 2006 constructed lifestyle home built by reputable companies and project developed by Fletcher Residential has recently been further upgraded. Situated on a small tranquil cul de sac, the pivotal location offers the best of both worlds with the rural slopes of Mt Wellington and Stonefields’ Maungarei Wetlands.

AVONDALE, HENDERSON & TE ATATU SOUTH

11C Avondale Road, Avondale

This brand new, fabulous designer residence, with contemporary elegance and quality finishes is sophisticated and fuss-free. A functional, low maintenance home located in the heart of Avondale will appeal to families and busy executives looking for a lock-up and leave.

NORTH SHORE

If you have family in mind when looking for your perfect home then STOP and look no more. This solid 1970’s home was built to outlast your grandchildren. All the hard work has been done and this attractive home, on a freehold title is ready for you to move straight in.

Auction

Open

13 November

- 12:30pm

Built

Price

GLENDOWIE & HALF MOON BAY

22 Tyrian Close, Half Moon Bay

Beautifully renovated from top to toe with no expense spared, this stunning solid weatherboard home is truly the full package on a 685 sqm (more or less) section. Summer is nearly here so what better time to buy this fabulous family haven and spend your weekends lounging by the pool watching the kids splashing away?

Price by Negotiation Open Homes Sat & Sun 1:30pm - 2:00pm

PAPAKURA, FLAT BUSH & POKENO

Brand new, this two double-storey

four-bedroom home is a cut above the rest. With an impressive combined 3.5 bathrooms, including the sought-after master ensuite, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of this superb home.

Pokeno Road, Pokeno

Proudly present these 38 brand-new properties in a rapidly flourishing suburb! This is the master listing only. Type 1 houses are expected to finish before Christmas 2022. Type 2 houses are expected to finish by January 2023.

Buyers spoilt for choice, with listings up and prices down Property buyers are in an increasingly strong position, with vendors reacting to the cooling market by lowering their asking prices.

Between January, when the market peaked, and September, the national average asking price fell 7.2%, from $992,659 to $921,187, according to realestate.co.nz.

That shows a willingness by vendors to lower their expectations if they want to find a buyer.

But realestate.co.nz spokesperson Vanessa Williams said the market is cooling rather than crashing, and that we need to place the price changes in context.

“The national average asking price has decreased by around $10,000 per month since January. If this cooling continues at the same pace, the national average could be around $890,000 in December,” she said.

“Even if prices continue to trend down until Christmas, it only takes asking prices back to mid-2021 levels – a time when prices in the late-$800s were all-time highs.”

Listings up throughout the country

The decrease in demand can be partly explained by an increase in supply: the number of new for-sale listings in September was 12.0% higher than the same time the year before, according to realestate.co.nz.

Stock levels were up year-on-year in all 19 regions during September, with 10 regions seeing stock more than double and another four regions increasing by more than 85%.

“Buyers are spoilt for choice right now, and the high stock levels contribute to market sentiment favouring buyers in some of our regions,” Ms Williams said.

“The good news is buyers are more likely to find a property that supports the life they want to live now than they were a year ago.”

If you want to take advantage of the buyer-friendly market, I can help you secure a loan. Get in touch if you’d like to discuss a pre-approval.

Welcome to Ray White Now, a monthly insight to provide clarity to all our customers on what is happening in the market now. If you are considering selling the following report explains how you can take advantage of the current conditions to achieve the best possible sales outcome.

The resilience of the New Zealand housing market has never been more evident. Most New Zealanders would be surprised at the level of activity and prices achieved, even though it has operated under restrictive operating conditions.

RAY WHITE PARNELL WHY CHOOSE US?

THE RAY WHITE PARNELL OFFICE SERVICES OUR OLDEST SUBURBS ON THE EDGE OF THE CITY AND THE WATER

Ray White Parnell is based at the heart of our communities who form Auckland’s historic boutique suburbs. We are a team of dedicated professionals who understand this unique market and are experienced in all property typeswhether it’s for a family home, landmark property, city lifestyle or investing. As the surrounding suburbs remain a destination of choice for lovers of art, history and proximity to city life we are in the right location and the right frame-ofmind to provide market leading advice with a focus on people.

We are a part of the City Realty Group which is one of the largest Ray White franchise groups in New Zealand with offices in Central Auckland.

We encourage a unifying atmosphere where opportunities are created, individuals are recognised and everyone grows - from our team to vendors, buyers, investors, property owners and tenants. Our experienced and established team service many aspects of the Auckland City market - from rental apartments to luxury penthouse sales and from the classic family home to an epic waterfront estate. Also on offer are dedicated property management and marine brokerage teams.

The City Realty Group also has a strategic partnership with Loan Market connecting our clients with experienced brokers to provide home, construction and refinancing loans with some of the best market rates.

We are all about open doors and open minds.

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Miko Xu Licensee Salesperson

Monique Tse Licensee Salesperson

Nicholas Dallyn Licensee Salesperson Nick Mi Licensee Salesperson

Rith Sdoeung Licensee Salesperson

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Stephen Wan Licensee Salesperson

Steve Stone Licensee Salesperson

Angelina Vihrova Licensee Salesperson

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Amanda Yan Licensee Salesperson

Kim Pausina Licensee Salesperson

Areeb Alam Licensee Salesperson Fazal Rokadia Licensee Salesperson

Holly Cassidy Licensee Salesperson

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Loan Market Team

Craig Pettit Mortgage Adviser Tracey Warner Mortgage Adviser Will Clapham Mortgage Adviser Laurie Warren Mortgage Adviser

We look forward to working with you!

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