Nestled on a generous 665m2 site in the exclusive Herne Bay, this charming 1930s cottage boasts 3 bedrooms and is positioned in a serene, quiet cul-de-sac. The property, with a floor area of 155m2, features a wood exterior, tiled roof, and comes with a single car park. It is under freehold title, allowing for potential value addition. The capital value has seen a significant increase from $2,600,000 in 2017 to $3,700,000 as of June 2021, reflecting a growth rate of 42.31%. The latest sale was recorded in 2019 for $2,825,000, while the HouGarden AVM estimates the property at $3,445,000.
Educationally, the property falls within the zones of Western Springs College (decile 8), Bayfield School (decile 10), Ponsonby Intermediate (decile 9), and Auckland Girls' Grammar School (decile 3), ensuring access to quality education. The home is a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern convenience, with an open plan living area, a well-appointed kitchen, and a sunny additional living space. The beautifully landscaped garden with mature fruit trees and a vegetable patch offers both tranquility and utility.
With its prime location, this property not only promises a peaceful lifestyle but also holds potential for further enhancement, making it an unmissable opportunity in the sought-after suburb of Herne Bay.
Updated on May 24, 2024
Name | Distance | Type | Year | Attribute | Gender | Score | Decile | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bayfield School | 0.26 km | Primary | 1-6 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 355 | 10 | |
Ponsonby Intermediate | 0.67 km | Secondary | 7-8 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 381 | 9 | |
Auckland Girls' Grammar School | 2.24 km | Secondary | 9-15 | Government | Single Sex-Girls | EQI: 488 | 3 | |
Western Springs College-Ngā Puna o Waiōrea | 2.26 km | Secondary | 9-15 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 416 | 8 |
Year | Median price | Growth | Sales count |
|---|---|---|---|
2023 | $3,600,000 | -9.4% | 3 |
2022 | $3,975,000 | -4.2% | 12 |
2021 | $4,150,000 | 15.7% | 7 |
2020 | $3,587,500 | 38.8% | 12 |
2019 | $2,585,000 | -4.6% | 14 |
2018 | $2,710,000 | 26.6% | 24 |
2017 | $2,140,000 | -9.3% | 12 |
2016 | $2,360,000 | -4.9% | 13 |
2015 | $2,482,500 | -2.7% | 22 |
2014 | $2,551,000 | - | 7 |
Address | Distance | Bed | Bath | Floor area | Sold date | Sold | Data source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0.25 km | 5 | 3 | 317m2 | Year 2024 Month 05 Day 31 | $3,400,000 | Council approved | |
 | 0.32 km | 2 | 1 | 75m2 | Year 2024 Month 05 Day 22 | $972,000 | Council approved | |
 | 0.27 km | 1 | 1 | -m2 | Year 2024 Month 03 Day 01 | $485,000 | Council approved | |
0.23 km | 4 | 271m2 | Year 2024 Month 02 Day 24 | $3,900,000 | Council approved | |||
0.30 km | 3 | 115m2 | Year 2024 Month 02 Day 15 | $3,488,000 | Council approved |