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Welcome to PROPERTY LIVE South edition for this week. Remember that Property Live covers Barfoot & Thompson across Auckland - with our Central, South Auckland and Franklin magazinesclick here to keep browsing across all the Auckland regions. This week we feature 39 Sunnyside Crescent, Papatoetoe. A beautiful and functional brand-new family home. Offering

five bedrooms, one with a semiensuite and one with ensuite, a modern kitchen, a spacious open plan lounge/ dining, a single internal access garage with laundry area and extra off-street parking.

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39 Sunnyside Crescent, PAPATOETOE

39 Sunnyside Crescent, PAPATOETOE

Just complete and ready for you to simply move in and enjoy, this brand-new family home represents the complete package in contemporary and low maintenance living.

The well-considered floor plan provides space and functionality and is the ideal solution for families, first home buyers or investors as solid easy-care rental.

Boasting five bedrooms in total, including one on the lower level with a semi-Ensuite to conveniently cater for extended family, elders/teenagers of the home, or simply a guest room or study.

The remaining four bedrooms upstairs are of generous size, including the master with Ensuite and there is another common bathroom to cater to the other rooms.

Downstairs, the spacious open plan lounge, dining, and modern kitchen provides an ideal spot as the hub of the home where friends and family can gather. Complete with a single internal access garage with combined laundry and extra off-street parking, all your modern comforts are provided for.

Positioned in a fantastic family friendly neighborhood, you will be in close proximity to all the necessary amenities and enjoy easy access to SH1 motorway just a 1-2 minute drive away. Hunters Plaza is within walking distance, as is the in-zone Papatoetoe Intermediate School. Papatoetoe Central School and Papatoetoe High School are also in zone.

Get settled on Sunnyside before Christmas, all with the benefits of brand new!

Contact the team today for more information or join us at the open homes as advertised.

HOUSING MARKET UPDATE

Auckland Housing Market Slow in November, But Not in Full Retreat

Managing Director, Peter Thompson

The Auckland housing market experienced its quietest month’s trading for a November in 12 years but was far from being in full retreat in the face of rising mortgage interest rates, the return of inflation and low consumer economic confidence.

“In November, the median sales price at $1,065,000 eased down 2.2 percent on the average median price over the past three months but the 700 homes sold in the month was the highest for the past six months,” said Peter Thompson, Managing Director of Barfoot & Thompson.

“Property is selling, albeit at a level lower than at the same time last year. What it demonstrates is vendors and buyers are reaching an agreement as to where prices are at.

“November’s median price is down 14.1 percent on the peak median price ever recorded in November last year but has remained stable for the past three months.

“The average price for the month, at $1,153,795, which is more influenced by sales in the top price categories, tells a different story.

“November’s average sales price is down only 9.8 percent on the peak average price, recorded in December last year.

“November’s average price increased over that for October by 1.5 percent.

“The average sales price in November was influenced by a return of buyers to the $2 million and over price sector and the number of sales in the under $750,000 price category. Many of the buyers in the lower-price sector would have been first-time buyers.

“In November we sold 64 properties for more than $2 million, 19 of them being for more than $3 million. This is the highest number of homes valued at more than $3 million we have sold in a month for 6 months.

“At the same time, we sold 125 homes for under $750,000, or 17.9 percent of all the homes sold.

“New listings for the month at 1577 were down significantly on those for November in the past few years but were nonetheless solid.

“At month end we had 5052 homes on our books, the highest number for any month for 11 years.

“Buyer choice in Auckland has rarely been greater in recent times.

“The lifestyle and rural markets experienced their best month’s trading in four months although trading was modest compared with where it was at this time last year.

“Interest in lifestyle properties around Pukekohe was strong with sales prices ranging between $1 million to $3 million. Vendors are again showing interest in testing the market by selling via auction or tender rather than by listed price.

“In the far north, the main focus during the month was on coastal lifestyle and existing homes.”

Barfoot & Thompson knows Auckland best. It is the city’s leading real estate company, selling around one in three Auckland residential homes, significantly ahead of all other competitor brands.

For further information, contact Peter Thompson, Managing Director, Barfoot & Thompson, telephone 09 307 5523 or 027 453 593. www.barfoot.co.nz.

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QUESTIONS YOU MAY BE TOO EMBARRASSED The perfect present for a housewarming gift

The purchase of a new home is something worth commemorating. Buying a gift for the proud new owner is a thoughtful gesture. For it to be meaningful, you don’t have to spend a lot of money. Here’s a few appropriate ideas to get you started on gifts that can be given to a friend, family member, client or even a new neighbour.

Restaurant voucher

Do you know of a great eatery or a hidden gem in the neighbourhood close to their new home? Treat them to a meal via a gift voucher! This will give them a chance to try something new and will also come in handy when they are still unpacking boxes and are too tired to cook. If a meal is a bit pricey, what about a coffee or bakery voucher. Not sure what to choose? An UberEats gift card would be welcomed if they are hungry and wanting something delivered.

A wonderful welcome

There are so many elegant and even clever welcome mats on the market and they make ideal gifts. Long gone are the days when these simply said, “welcome”. Instead they can say something like “Wipe Your Paws”, “Welcome Homie” or maybe “Kia Ora”. A good Google search will give you endless options. You may also want to consider a personalised one with their surname on it.

A bit of bubbly or vino

A bottle of champagne definitely says “celebrate”. Hearing the opening pop after being handed the keys is something everyone will enjoy. Pair it with a couple of flutes and they’ll have an excuse to stop and appreciate this big life moment. Wine accompanied by some delicious cheese and crackers is also a great moving-in snack.

Pack a picnic

Give people an excuse to enjoy their new garden. Put together a picnic complete with paper plates and disposable utensils and include a blanket and a bottle of wine for an extra special touch.

Get it right with candlelight

You can’t go wrong with a scented candle to add a little fragrance and soft light. People don’t often treat themselves to candles so they make wonderful gifts. A warm bath with glowing candles can be soothing for those tired muscles after a long day moving boxes.

Sensational soap

One of the things overlooked when packing up is a way to wash your hands. Pick up some fancy hand soap, lotion and a few fresh hand towels for a practical and indulgent gift that will be very appreciated.

Chill out

There are endless uses for a chilly bin and they make a wonderful housewarming present. Pack it full of ice, juice, sodas and water so hydration is close at hand during the move. These can also be shared with the moving crew as a gesture for their hard work. Buying a home is one of the biggest investments that people make during their lifetime so a gift makes so much sense. There are gifts at every price level that will let them know you are as excited about their move as they are.

Read more about why you should list with Barfoot & Thompson at barfoot.co.nz Get an appraisal https://www.barfoot.co.nz/appraisal/sales

Why choose Barfoot & Thompson? https://www.barfoot.co.nz/sell/why-sell-through-us

Contact one of our South region sales team for more information.

MANUREWA

Renovated to the highest level of quality, this home screams class, comfort, quality, and sophistication.

The fantastic layout, with great separation between the living, rumpus and the bedrooms, makes this house perfect for multi generational families, or teenagers.

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MANGERE

Branch Manager

Munish Bhatt

P 09 257 5680

E mangere@barfoot.co.nz

barfoot.co.nz/mangere

P 09 262 1305

MANUKAU

Branch Manager

Brett Trigger

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P 09 266 7094

Branch Manager

Tim Carter

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PAPAKURA

Branch Manager

Dreena McElhinney

P 09 298 8029

E papakura@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz /papakura

P 09 276 4044

OTAHUHU

Branch Manager

Ajay Kapoor

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PAPATOETOE

Branch Manager Lance Pemberton

P 09 278 3024

MANUREWA barfoot.co.nz/manurewa barfoot.co.nz/papatoetoe

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