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The Christchurch property market and what's shaping the suburbs.
Nine Christchurch homes opened to the public through the Superhome Tour on 27 and 28 July, giving residents a rare chance to look inside houses designed around warmer, drier and more efficient living rather than only street appeal.
By Bulletin Newsroom · Tue, 28 July 2026
The overnight demolition of Harley Chambers has removed one of central Christchurch's most recognisable damaged heritage buildings and reopened the argument over what the city gains and loses when earthquake-era sites finally change.
Sun, 26 July 2026
Christchurch's housing market is still being described as resilient rather than hot, with a July property update pointing to continued developer demand in several established suburbs and growing attention on Upper Riccarton.
Sun, 26 July 2026
The free Star Home Show runs at Wolfbrook Arena in Addington from 26 to 28 June, with a focus on building, design, energy and home technology.
Fri, 26 June 2026
Wolfbrook Property Group’s intention to seek residential zoning for Pegasus Golf Course through the fast-track process has drawn a sharp response from Mayor Dan Gordon.
Thu, 25 June 2026
Steady pricing, population growth and lifestyle appeal keep the wider region on buyers' radars.
Mon, 26 January 2026
Townhouses, new builds and established suburbs continue to draw buyers doing careful homework.
Mon, 19 January 2026
Squirrel's outlook points to Canterbury holding its ground as the year begins.
Mon, 12 January 2026
Local planning commentary in 2024 noted zoning decisions that could enable greater residential intensification in parts of Christchurch. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for The Christchurch Bull
Fri, 18 October 2024
Christchurch housing intensification and Plan Change 14 remained a major planning and property issue through 2024. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for The Christchurch Bulletin's 2024 archive be
Thu, 10 October 2024
Christchurch Airport's FY2024 passenger growth added to the wider story of city connectivity, tourism recovery and regional investment confidence. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for The Christc
Tue, 27 August 2024
Progress and naming-rights confirmation for One New Zealand Stadium strengthened Christchurch's central city development and property narrative. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for The Christchu
Thu, 25 July 2024
Harcourts reported Christchurch's May 2024 median price rose year-on-year to \$678,000, with more stock on the market. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for The Christchurch Bulletin's 2024 archiv
Fri, 31 May 2024
Christchurch and Canterbury remained attractive to buyers looking for relative affordability, lifestyle and growth compared with larger New Zealand centres. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for T
Fri, 31 May 2024
A local April 2024 market update reported Christchurch's median price softening for a second consecutive month. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for The Christchurch Bulletin's 2024 archive becau
Tue, 30 April 2024
REINZ-linked national reporting in April 2024 pointed to higher stock levels and a market returning closer to normal activity. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for The Christchurch Bulletin's 202
Mon, 15 April 2024
The 2024 Long Term Plan debate brought rates, spending, affordability and future infrastructure costs into focus for homeowners and landlords. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for The Christchurc
Wed, 20 March 2024
Local property commentary in early 2024 pointed to increasing listings, giving Christchurch buyers more choice after tighter market conditions. The story became one of the local angles worth revisiting for The Christchur
Thu, 8 February 2024
Agents report consistent buyer interest in family suburbs and central city apartments.
Tue, 30 December 1969