Buying guide
How to Use Trade Me Property Like a Pro
Smart ways to laser focus your property search
The day has finally arrived — you're in a position to buy your own whare (house), and you’re keen to get ahead of the competition. The key? Knowing how to use every tool and feature on Trade Me Property to your advantage.
Let’s dive into the features that can help you get there, faster.
Start with the Trade Me Property App
Refine Your Search with Advanced Filters
Searching for your dream home? Get specific with Trade Me Property’s expanded search filters. You can narrow down listings by:
- Location(s)
- Property type
- Number of bedrooms and bathrooms
- Key features (i.e. Garage, Ensuite, Study, Separate toilet)
Pro tip: Save your search and get notified when new properties match your criteria — so you’ll never miss out.
Use Map Search While You’re Out and About
At an open home and curious what else is nearby? Use Map Search to see similar listings or other open homes in the area. Add open home times and addresses straight to your calendar for easy weekend planning.
Create Multiple Watchlist Groups
Exclusive to the app, you can now create custom Watchlist folders — perfect if you’re comparing property types. Say, townhouses vs. apartments? Keep them in separate folders for easier decision-making.
Be sure to opt into ‘personalised recommendations’ to receive email alerts about price changes on your Watchlisted properties.
Check Local School Info
Every residential property listing includes school zone information. Just scroll to ‘Show all schools’ for a full list of:
- In-zone schools
- Out-of-zone schools
- Unzoned schools
This is essential intel for families — and investors renting to families.
Get Deeper Insights on Each Listing
Thinking of making an offer or just want to dig into the details? Under the Property Insights section of a listing, you’ll find:
- HomesEstimate
- Capital value
- Sales history
- Nearby listings
- Council valuations
- Mortgage repayment calculator
Features for Renters Too
All these tools aren’t just for buyers — they work brilliantly for renters too. Use filters to narrow down listings by:
- Location
- Weekly rent
- Bedrooms and bathrooms
- Property type
- Pet-friendly options
- Parking/garage
- Keywords like “close to school”
Don’t forget: save your search and use the Watchlist to keep track of your favourite rentals.
Ready to start searching smarter? With these features, Trade Me Property helps take the stress out of finding the perfect place — whether you’re buying or renting.
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