Buying guide

Where are the cheapest houses in NZ?

Looking for a cheap house? We’ve scoured the country to find the cheapest place to buy a house in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Last updated: 13 August 2025 | 3 min read

The 5 Cheapest Regions to Buy a House in New Zealand (July 2025)

There are still cheap properties in NZ if you know where to look.

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The house is set among the vines with views of the popular Gibbston Valley.

Lake House in Queenstown has been listed with an asking price of $10.425 million.

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