Here's what 7 local experts had to say about housing, real estate, apartments, and more in Auckland.
Housing and Real Estate in Auckland, Auckland
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Auckland is spread out over a large area. Housing is expensive and wages less than Australia.
Auckland is beautiful, balanced between an ocean (the Pacific) and a sea (the Tasman). It is quite spread out geographically, for the size of its population, so you may decide to buy a car, after you’ve been here a while – the public transport service isn’t great. Housing costs in Auckland are some of the most expensive in the New Zealand, so be prepared to pay a huge deposit to rent a flat or an apartment.
Auckland has an increasingly alarming housing problem. The infrastructure cannot keep up with the growth of the population. Immigrant workers pour into New Zealand by the 1,000s yearly. The cost of living is also higher in Auckland compared to other cities and/or regions in New Zealand. If moving to Auckland, be prepared for some long trips during peak traffic.
Traffic is congested, and the public transport available is limited to buses in some areas, and trains in others. There is no subway system. The city is surrounded by water with a major port adjacent to the CBD, and New Zealand’s biggest international airport positioned 45 minutes south of the CBD by bus. Housing is always in demand and prices are high.
Auckland is a beautiful city with two picturesque harbours. Housing in Auckland can be expensive and if you wish to live near the sea, you will pay top dollar for the privilege. You should consider buying in a suburb with reliable and frequent public transport as traffic can be heavily congested, especially during peak hours.
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