Strong marketing achieves success in Auckland apartment market
Despite it being winter and a rather slow market, our listing numbers for apartments in Auckland are increasing steadier compared to our mid-year records for 2018.
There’s no doubt about it: buyers are active in Auckland’s apartment market. But the difference between buyer outlook this year compared to last is that they have more confidence. The result? Buyers are taking more time to make decisions.
These challenges are being overcome in our auction rooms. To date, we’re continuing to see active bidding right across the board, with more success bridging the buyer-seller gap on the auction floor or post-auction, as our auction clearance rate sits at circa 68%.
But we can’t ignore the fact that to successfully sell Auckland apartments in such a market, it pays to have a solid marketing plan in place. Well-promoted properties are still attracting strong buyer competition and, ultimately, getting better results for buyers and sellers alike.
So, if you’re looking for new, luxury, waterfront or studio apartments for sale in Auckland, or you need expert support in buying or investing, give us a call today.
Good News Is Gaining Credibility “There is a growing confidence that the property market (and the wider economy) is beginning to improve,” says Daniel Horrobin, Director of City Realty Group. “We’re seeing encouraging signals from multiple independent sources.” Market Confidence Building The latest REINZ October Report reinforces this sentiment: Market … Read more
That was good news… and there’s more to come. On 8 October 2025, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) delivered a welcome boost to the housing market, cutting the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 50 basis points to 2.5%. With another review due on 26 November, Daniel Horrobin, Director … Read more
Market Comment – August 2019
Strong marketing achieves success in Auckland apartment market
Despite it being winter and a rather slow market, our listing numbers for apartments in Auckland are increasing steadier compared to our mid-year records for 2018.
There’s no doubt about it: buyers are active in Auckland’s apartment market. But the difference between buyer outlook this year compared to last is that they have more confidence. The result? Buyers are taking more time to make decisions.
These challenges are being overcome in our auction rooms. To date, we’re continuing to see active bidding right across the board, with more success bridging the buyer-seller gap on the auction floor or post-auction, as our auction clearance rate sits at circa 68%.
But we can’t ignore the fact that to successfully sell Auckland apartments in such a market, it pays to have a solid marketing plan in place. Well-promoted properties are still attracting strong buyer competition and, ultimately, getting better results for buyers and sellers alike.
So, if you’re looking for new, luxury, waterfront or studio apartments for sale in Auckland, or you need expert support in buying or investing, give us a call today.
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Good News Is Gaining Credibility “There is a growing confidence that the property market (and the wider economy) is beginning to improve,” says Daniel Horrobin, Director of City Realty Group. “We’re seeing encouraging signals from multiple independent sources.” Market Confidence Building The latest REINZ October Report reinforces this sentiment: Market … Read more
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That was good news… and there’s more to come. On 8 October 2025, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) delivered a welcome boost to the housing market, cutting the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 50 basis points to 2.5%. With another review due on 26 November, Daniel Horrobin, Director … Read more
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