Kiwis have stopped waiting for the perfect interest rate. Three years of cuts, holds & now a hike haven't stopped increased listings or stable prices.
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Kiwis have stopped waiting for the perfect interest rate. Three years of cuts, holds & now a hike haven't stopped increased listings or stable prices.
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has increased the Official Cash Rate (OCR) to 2.5% in its fourth policy review of 2026.
Stay up to date with the latest New Zealand property market data. Explore monthly house prices, new listings, stock levels and regional market trends.
Rental Property Report - In June, new listings on realestate.co.nz were 6,729, a 10.0% increase on last year. Most regions recorded an increase.
The New Zealand Property Report - New listings up 4.3% year-on-year, stable prices and healthy stock levels continued to create favourable conditions
realestate.co.nz data shows demand in the luxury rental market increased by 43% between January and May 2026 compared with the same period last year.
Rental Property Report - Three Central North Island regions hit all-time high new rental listings in May, giving tenants more choice than ever before
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The New Zealand Property Report - Central Otago/Lakes District has set a new asking price record of $1,671,980 according to realestate.co.nz data.
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Across the country, more young adults are staying home for longer, and not just while studying. How is this shift impacting the property market?
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has held the Official Cash Rate (OCR) at 2.25% in its third policy review of 2026.