Located at 193 Coplands Road, Chertsey, Ashburton, this pastoral-finishing property spans an impressive 104 hectares, with an additional 10 hectares under Licence to Occupy KiwiRail land. The farm boasts excellent fencing and laneway access to all paddocks, fertile Chertsey Lismore soils, and approximately 100 hectares of irrigation coverage. It is currently utilized for dairy support and arable growing, including potatoes, cereals, grass seed, peas, winter feed, and green feed oats, thanks to crop rotation, regular fertilization, and an existing groundwater consent in conjunction with the Barrhill Chertsey Irrigation Scheme. The property includes a three-bedroom cottage, offering options for on-farm living, staff accommodation, or rental income. The home features permanent material construction and is heated by a log fire, with a double garage providing additional storage. Its location offers rural peace and quiet while being conveniently close to Rakaia and Ashburton townships.
The property has seen a capital value increase from $4,280,000 on July 1, 2018, to $4,355,000 on July 1, 2021, marking a growth of approximately 1.75%. The latest sale records show a significant jump to $5,100,000 on November 2, 2023, from $2,920,000 on July 27, 2012. The HouGarden AVM estimates the property's value at $4,120,000.
School zoning includes Villa Maria College and Craighead Diocesan School, both with a decile rating of 9, St Joseph's School (Ashburton) and St Thomas of Canterbury College with a decile of 8, and Ashburton College, Ashburton Intermediate, Ashburton Christian School, and Fairton School, all with a decile of 6. This diverse range of educational options underscores the property's appeal for families and investors alike.
Name | Distance | Type | Year | Attribute | Gender | Score | Decile | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fairton School | 7.59 km | Primary | 1-6 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 442 | 6 | |
Ashburton College | 13.23 km | Secondary | 9-15 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 467 | 6 | |
Ashburton Christian School | 13.25 km | Combined | 1-10 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 435 | 6 | |
Ashburton Intermediate | 13.26 km | Secondary | 7-8 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 471 | 6 | |
St Joseph's School (Ashburton) | 14.06 km | Primary | 1-8 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 404 | 8 | |
St Thomas of Canterbury College | 62.87 km | Secondary | 7-15 | Government | Single Sex-Boys | EQI: 427 | 8 | |
Villa Maria College | 63.96 km | Secondary | 7-15 | Government | Single Sex-Girls | EQI: 407 | 9 | |
Craighead Diocesan School | 81.89 km | Secondary | 7-15 | Government | Single Sex-Girls | EQI: 405 | 9 |
Address | Distance | Bed | Bath | Floor area | Sold date | Sold | Data source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7.01 km | 0m2 | Year 2024 Month 04 Day 28 | $335,000 | Council approved | ||||
6.74 km | 0m2 | Year 2024 Month 03 Day 28 | $430,000 | Council approved | ||||
 | 7.33 km | 3 | 110m2 | Year 2024 Month 03 Day 01 | $450,000 | Council approved | ||
 | 11.53 km | 4 | 3 | 330m2 | Year 2024 Month 02 Day 23 | $1,300,000 | Council approved | |
7.48 km | 5 | 200m2 | Year 2023 Month 12 Day 21 | $535,000 | Council approved |