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Living in Christchurch is like living in a new city every day. After years of demolition and rebuild we are beginning to see our new city emerging from the rubble. Christchurch has it all…. without the traffic!

Christchurch has an adventure playground right on its doorstep – it is bordered by the Pacific Ocean, beautiful Banks Peninsula and the rich farmlands of the Canterbury Plains. The towering Southern Alps are less than 100 kilometres away and the resort towns of Queenstown, Wanaka and Milford Sound are all within easy reach.

The sudden influx of investment in infrastructure, core projects and residential development after the 2011 Earthquake has resulted in a property market that is steadily improving as the city begins to come out of the rebuild. As of late 2019 Christchurch offers the population and jobs demographics of it's North Island main centre rivals at a lower price point.

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Buying or selling property can be a stressful and time-consuming process, especially when both parties are out of town. Our recent success in managing the sale of 15 Olivia Street in Rolleston is good example of how we remove the stress and create an easy transaction for everyone.


Last month. an experienced property investor reached out to us with a desire to sell his multi-income property privately. He was looking for a quick, seamless transaction without the usual hassle of marketing, disrupting tenants, or vacancy. 


For investors seeking both long-term capital growth and short-term rental yields, Christchurch is the city to watch. This article explores why Christchurch should be at the top of your list for property investment, especially when considering student accommodation as a lucrative option.