Barfoot & Thompson | Ponsonby by barfootsuburbsales

Welcome to our SOLD Ponsonby Market Report magazine

for March/April 2026

Our magazine contains the latest available information regarding property sales in the local area along with details of market trends, stats and tips.

Aucklanders continue to have an almost insatiable appetite for property market intelligence, so each month we will share details of the trends in your area. This is just part of our commitment to continue delivering you the highest level of service.

We’ve been locals for decades so we know the area well. Our goal is to apply this knowledge for you so you’re able to make the most of the opportunity that today’s and tomorrow’s market presents.

Please do not hesitate to contact any of our sales team if you would like more information, we would be delighted to help you with your real estate needs.

Thank you and all the best for the coming month.

Mike Symonds and the Ponsonby team

Ponsonby branch

184 Ponsonby Road

Ponsonby 1011 P 09 376 3039 E ponsonby@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz/ponsonby

Low Auckland house prices attract strong sales activity

The Auckland housing market is experiencing strong sales activity without it affecting price stability.

“In February, sales numbers at 785 were excellent, and we sold the highest number of homes in a February for five years,” said Peter Thompson, Managing Director of Barfoot & Thompson.

“February’s high activity follows on from that in January, and in the first two months of the year we have sold 1,609 homes, 16 percent more than at the same time last year.

“The only year we have sold more homes in the first two months of a calendar year in the last decade was 2021.

“The attraction that is drawing buyers is current price levels, with the median sales price in February at $904,000, down 9.6 percent on that for January, and the average price at $1,013,976, down 13.3 percent.

“These are among the lowest monthly median and average sales prices seen in Auckland since prices peaked in 2022.

“The combination of high sales and low prices is part of the ‘structural change’ the Reserve Bank commented on when announcing the OCR would remain at 2.25 percent in late February.

“Effectively, housing supply is starting to meet housing demand, and the prices are drawing in buyers who once felt priced out of the market.

“We listed 2,252 new properties in February, a combination of new builds and existing homes, and at month end had 6,159 properties on our books, the highest number of listings we have had at this time of the year for 15 years.

“While the combination of good choice, stable prices and high sales numbers is drawing strong buyer interest, for the first time in many years this is not putting pressure on prices.

“Of our sales in February 31 percent were in the under $750,000 price segment, the category most attractive to first time buyers.

“Sales in the $2 million plus market represented 4 percent of total sales. This sector is normally quiet at this time of the year because of the holiday season.

“Sales of property in the rural and leisure sectors of Northland and greater Auckland for February were close to $37 million, bringing sales for the first two months of the year to $100 million, 15.5 percent higher than for the same two months last year.”

Peter Thompson Managing Director

Market Share and Figures

Market Leaders

We sell across all price brackets and types of property. This is why people continue to list and sell with Barfoot & Thompson.

Overall Market Share

WITH SELLING AGENCIES MKT SHARES

Over the last 12 months, Barfoot & Thompson sold more than a third of all listed properties in our area.

For the period from 1st March 2025 to 28th February 2026, we sold 32% of all properties for sale in the area –that’s over 2045 sales made by Barfoot & Thompson!

Monthly sales overview in the local area* (*Recent Sales)

This page shows data regarding a wide selection of published residential property sales that have recently occurred. It includes information from multiple sources and published reports of sales made by most Real Estate agencies and may include private sales. Suburbs in the Central Region area include Auckland City, Eden Terrace, Ellerslie, Epsom, Freemans Bay, Glen Innes, Glendowie, Grafton, Greenlane, Grey Lynn, Hillsborough, Kingsland, Kohimarama, Lynfield, Mangere Bridge, Meadowbank, Mission Bay, Mt Albert, Mt Eden, Mt Roskill, Mt Wellington, New Windsor, Newmarket, One Tree Hill, Onehunga, Orakei, Panmure, Parnell, Point Chevalier, Point England, Ponsonby, Remuera, Royal Oak, Sandringham, St Heliers, St Johns, St Marys Bay, Stonefields, Three Kings, Wai O Taiki Bay, Waterview & Westmere.

Number of Sales

1st December 2025 to 28th February 2026 compared to the same period last year.

Average sale Price

1st December 2025 to 28th February 2026 compared to the same period last year.

Figures shown on these pages include information from multiple sources and published reports of sales made by most Real Estate agencies and may include private sales. Where sales information was not publicly available, an individual sale may have been excluded from the average results and tallies. Totals are cumulative, baselined on the 13th of each month for the available results made in the previous calendar month. Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information. Barfoot and Thompson Limited (REA2008) accepts no responsibility should the contents of this market report prove to be incomplete or incorrect.

Herne Bay + Saint Marys Bay

In our recent editions we have discussed the steps involved in selling your home, from getting ready to sell right through to the ins and outs of Settlement. This month, we cover moving house and give you some top tips to help things go smoothly.

Remember we have more information and a range of videos to help you make the very best choices on our website barfoot.co.nz/sell/ selling-guide

Planning! ...Take the stress out of Moving Day

Although the idea of settling in to a new home is very exciting, the actual moving process sometimes may seem a bit daunting - there’s a lot to think of and organise. Here are some tips to make the process as stress-free as possible:

Before moving day:

• If you’re hiring a moving company, book them as soon as you know the moving date.

• If moving yourself, plan your transport. Hire a rental truck or trailer and start organising boxes.

• Call your insurance company and make sure your goods will be covered during the move.

• Write a list of all your possessions and plan which ones you can box ahead of time.

• When filling your boxes make sure they aren’t too heavy to carry.

• Label boxes with their contents and the area of the house they are going in. Make sure you clearly label fragile goods.

• Enlist the help of family and friends to help you on the big day.

• Make sure you have valuables, paperwork and any other essential items with you on the day of the move.

Don’t Forget!

• Discontinue or transfer services:

Notify of your new address:

• Your banks and solicitor.

• The IRD.

• Your workplace, kids’ schools & childcare.

• Doctor, dentist, vet and other medical practitioners.

• Stores that you have accounts with, hire purchase companies and local club memberships.

• Apply to have your mail redirected with NZ Post and leave your new address with the new owners so they can forward mail on. Local utility companies and your local authority / council.

Remember we have a range of video tips for sellers. Head to our website for more information: barfoot.co.nz/sell/video-tips

• Gas, power and water - don’t forget to organise a final reading

• Telephone and internet

• Sky TV, newspapers, magazine delivery or other publications you’re subscribed to

• Alarm monitoring

• Lawn mowing/garden services

Learn more about making moving day an easier process & how to plan for it in advance.

Cleaning:

• If using a professional cleaner, book them as soon as you know the moving date.

• Try to use up food in the fridge and freezer. Clean and defrost them the day before you move.

• Sell, give or throw away any broken, damaged or unwanted possessions.

• Essentially: Leave the home in the same condition you want to find your new one.

On moving day:

• Remove all fixtures and fittings from the walls.

• Disconnect washing machine and drain water.

• Check tops of wardrobes and in the attic/basement for any forgotten belongings.

• Don’t put breakables or liquids in drawers to be moved.

• Keep jewellery, money, passports, legal documents or insurance policies with you.

• Take your rubbish with you.

• Leave manuals and any important notes for the new owners.

• Make sure you turn off the lights, hot water system, gas meter and electricity switchboard and lock the door when you leave.

• Leave the keys with the appropriate person or agency.

Think of the Pets:

• Think about arranging a pet-sitter on moving day to take care of them.

• Update your pet’s details on their name tag, with your local council, and with the New Zealand Companion Animal Register.

• All dogs are required to be microchipped but if you haven’t already done this, now is the time. Although it’s not a requirement in New Zealand, it’s a good idea to get your cat microchipped too - it’s the only guaranteed way of identifying it if it runs away from your new home.

• Make sure you update your details with your vet. If you have an anxious pet, ask them for strategies to help keep them calm during the move. If you’re moving overseas, ask about vaccinations and special medications too!

Recent Sales

The following pages show a summary of sales Ponsonby (inc. Herne Bay & St Mary’s Bay), Grey Lynn, Westmere and Point Chevalier made by all selling agencies during February 2026. Our sales data includes information submitted by the selling agency and may include some private sales. Where details of a particular sale may not have been able to be fully verified, it may be omitted from our reports.

Please do not hesitate to contact any of our sales team if you would like more information, we would be delighted to help you with your real estate needs.

Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information presented. Land and floor sizes are approximate, sourced from REINZ, Auckland Council or other public sources and may contain inaccuracies. Barfoot & Thompson Limited (REA2008) accepts no responsibility should the contents of this market report prove to be incomplete or incorrect.

Ponsonby Area

77 Argyle Street

$12,051,000

76 Brown Street

$2,130,000

Cox Street

$2,130,000

11/8

Hamilton Road

$1,210,000

109 John Street

56 Kelmarna Avenue

Lawrence Street

28 O’Neill Street

15 Ring Terrace

37 Summer Street

$1,850,000

2 Wanganui Avenue

$4,400,000 $3,950,000 CV

76 Wanganui Avenue

$3,450,000

30 West End Road

$2,450,000 $2,850,000 CV

This publication shows data regarding a wide selection of published residential property sales that have recently occurred. It includes information from multiple sources and published reports of sales made by most Real Estate agencies and may include private sales. Where data is not publicly available, an individual sale may have been excluded from the average results and tallies shown in this report. Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information. Barfoot and Thompson Limited (REAA2008) accepts no responsibility should the contents of this market report prove to be incomplete or incorrect.

Grey Lynn

41 Ariki Street

$1,917,500

8 Baildon Street

$2,572,500

10 Browning Street

$2,300,000

20 Commercial Road

$1,615,000

33 Cooper Street

71 Crummer Road $2,000,000

13 Firth Road $2,665,000

25 Leighton Street $3,400,000

3 Prime Road

$1,850,000

87 Rose Road

$3,450,000

15 Selbourne Street

$3,500,000

25 Selbourne Street

$3,160,000

305/19 Surrey Crescent

$1,075,000

303/64 Surrey Crescent

$885,000

8/35 Turakina Street

$670,000

9 Waima Street

$1,420,000

3 Westmoreland Street East $2,260,000

Point Chevalier

10 Bungalow Avenue

$2,440,000 $2,825,000 CV

4 Floor size 226

33 Humariri Street

$1,375,000 $1,575,000 CV Land Size Sale price 450 Bedrooms 2 Floor size 76

166 Point Chevalier Road

$1,514,000 $1,400,000 CV Land Size Sale price Crosslease Bedrooms 3 Floor size 87

25 Premier Avenue

$1,540,000 $1,400,000 CV Land Size Sale price 263

67A Premier Avenue

$1,410,000 $1,325,000 CV

7/22 Wainui Avenue

$1,175,000 n/a CV Land Size Sale price Unit Title Bedrooms 2 Floor size n/a

77A Wainui Avenue

$2,410,000 $2,775,000 CV Land Size Sale price 524 Bedrooms 4 Floor size 223

95C Walker Road

$880,000 $960,000 CV Land Size Sale price 79 Bedrooms 2 Floor size 78

Westmere

3/66 Larchwood Avenue

$1,130,000 $1,075,000

8 Livingstone Street

$2,900,000 $3,075,000 CV

24 Nottingham Street

$2,500,000 $2,725,000

12 Peel Street

$2,900,000 $3,450,000 CV

9B Rawene Avenue

$1,800,000

53B Regina Street

$2,375,000

94 West End Road

$1,390,000

Meet the Team

Mike Symonds

Branch Manager 021 330 307

Mike Symonds is the manager of the Barfoot & Thompson Ponsonby and Wynyard Quarter branches.

The combined branches have a team of approximately 32 highly motivated, experienced salespeople, a fantastic property management team, together with a dedicated customer service manager, all of whom have a wealth of local knowledge and real estate expertise. Our primary aim is to match our clients with the right customers and ultimately achieve the all important “SOLD” sign. More than any other company Barfoot & Thompson understands the area and has a large share of the local market.

We pride ourselves on our client and customer referrals due to our unparalleled professional service and dedication to achieving a great result.

As part of the Barfoot & Thompson network we have immediate access to over 77 branches and more than 1,800+ salespeople covering the greater Auckland and Northland area, as well as the Barfoot & Thompson website, www.barfoot.co.nz, which provides exposure to property listings 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We pride ourselves on being one of the most technologically sophisticated real estate agencies, with an advanced computer system managing listings and providing the latest information on market trends, finance and customers.

Prior to managing the Ponsonby and Wynyard Quarter branches, Mike managed other real estate offices specilising in both residential, lifestlye and commercial property and has extensive experience in selling and leasing commercial property for Barfoot & Thompson City branch . Mike combines this knowledge and experience to help assist the branch and provide a superior service to his team, clients and customers.

If you’re thinking of selling, feel free to phone or call in and see us. Our experienced staff will be happy to guide you through the process looking at cost-effective marketing solutions to sell your property for the best price.

Call me anytime, or email me at msymonds@barfoot.co.nz