Barfoot & Thompson | Pukekohe Rural & Lifestyle Report

Welcome to our SOLD Pukekohe & Surrounds Rural Market Report magazine

for March 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.

Nick Bates and the Pukekohe, Pokeno and Tuakau teams

Pukekohe branch

68 King Street Pukekohe 2120

Tuakau branch

22 George Street Tuakau 2121

Pokeno branch

63 Great South Road

Pokeno 2402

P 09 238 7019

E pukekohe@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz/pukekohe

P 09 237 8310

E tuakau@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz/tuakau

P 09 232 6762

E pokeno@barfoot.co.nz barfoot.co.nz/pokeno

Latest News

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

$1,532,500 $1,687,500

$6,850,000 $467,000 1 1 1 17

Bombay, Buckland, Drury, Glenbrook, Hunua, Kaiaua, Kingseat, Mangatangi, Mangatawhiri, Mauku, Mercer, Onewhero, Otaua, Paerata, Patumahoe, Pokeno, Port Waikato, Pukekawa, Pukekohe, Pukekohe East, Puni, Pukekohe, Ramarama, Runciman, Tuakau, Waiau Pa, Waiuku & Whakatiwai.

Market Share and Figures

Market Leaders

We sell across all price brackets and types of property. Here’s proof why people continue to list and sell with Barfoot & Thompson.

Overall Market Share

Over the last 12 months, Barfoot & Thompson sold far more property in our area than any competitor.

For the period from 1st March 2025 to 28th February 2026, we sold 49% of all rural and lifestyle properties for sale in the local area – that’s over 122 sales made by Barfoot & Thompson!

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

*Figures shown on this page include information from multiple sources and published reports of rural sales made by most Real Estate agencies and may include private sales. The area shown includes Bombay, Buckland, Drury, Glenbrook, Hunua, Kaiaua, Kingseat, Mangatangi, Mangatawhiri, Mauku, Mercer, Onewhero, Otaua, Paerata, Patumahoe, Pokeno, Port Waikato, Pukekawa, Pukekohe, Pukekohe East, Puni, Ramarama, Runciman, Tuakau, Waiau Pa, Waiuku & Whakatiwai. 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.

(Pukekohe & Surrounds*, Rural Sales)

*Figures shown on this page include information from multiple sources and published reports of rural sales made by most Real Estate agencies and may include private sales. The area shown includes Bombay, Buckland, Drury, Glenbrook, Hunua, Kaiaua, Kingseat, Mangatangi, Mangatawhiri, Mauku, Mercer, Onewhero, Otaua, Paerata, Patumahoe, Pokeno, Port Waikato, Pukekawa, Pukekohe, Pukekohe East, Puni, Ramarama, Runciman, Tuakau, Waiau Pa, Waiuku & Whakatiwai. Totals are cumulative, baselined on the 13th of each month for the available results made in the previous calendar month. Every

the accuracy of the information. Barfoot and Thompson Limited (REA2008)

or incorrect.

Moving Day!

Top Tips Why working with us can help sell your home.

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/sellingguide

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.

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

Notify important parties 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.

Don’t Forget!

• Discontinue or transfer services:

• 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 and 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 rural sales in Pukekohe & Surrounds* 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.

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&

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.

31 Cascade

Road,

Bombay

$1,300,000

334 Fitzgerald

$6,850,000

Road, Drury

53

Pearson Road, Kingseat

$1,805,000

410B

Mangatangi Road, Mangatangi

$467,000

1715 Miranda

Road, Mangatangi

$1,220,000

230

Lyons Road, Mangatawhiri

$1,330,000

124

Gearon Road, Mauku

$2,325,000

254 Koheroa

Road, Mercer

$1,030,000

449

Kauri Road, Onewhero

$920,000

133 Sim Road, Paerata

$1,995,000

15

Eggleton Road, Patumahoe

$1,246,000

$1,750,000

71

Mauku Road, Patumahoe

$1,750,000

$1,565,000

156

Morrison Road, Pukekawa

$700,000

330

Gun Club Road, Pukekohe

$1,735,000

174

Wily Road, Puni

$1,300,000

$1,820,000

32

Davies Road, Ramarama

$1,900,000

112

Kern Road, Ramarama

$6,050,000

679

Runciman Road, Runciman

$1,950,000

118A Barnaby Road, Tuakau

$1,150,000 Sale price Land Size 2.19 ha 3 Bedrooms

$1,050,000 CV 140 Floor size

44G Selva Road, Waiau Pa

$2,780,000 Sale price Land Size 6.05 ha 4 Bedrooms

$2,485,000 CV 406 Floor size

Other Agency Sale

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.

Meet the Team

A small business owner/operator for many years, Nick brings a wealth of technology, business knowledge and customer service experience to real estate. As a salesperson Nick was a top performer with Barfoot & Thompson being in the top 25 salespeople (companywide) 2008 - 2011.

In 2012 moving into management was a natural step for Nick who continually seeks new challenges and opportunity to grow himself as a person and to bring his strengths to the benefit of others.

Pukekohe/Tuakau is a large team comprising: - 2 sales managers, 40+ salespeople plus many associates and assistants. The branches include a rural/ lifestyle team, commercial and a very active residential team all supporting a town that is fast growing. The branch also operates a 600+ rental portfolio.

Franklin Hospice, local rugby clubs, schools and individuals are supported by Pukekohe/Tuakau offices with the focus of strengthening community relationships.

Nick works closely with his management and sales teams to achieve outstanding levels of client care and customer service and to provide an unparalleled real estate experience for anyone choosing to work with the Barfoot & Thompson team, Pukekohe/Tuakau/Pokeno.

Sales Manager

Rural Sales team Pukekohe

Rural Sales team Pukekohe (continued)

Neil Sharpe 021 278 6006

Mary-Louise Squire 021 996 050

Jason Tabrum 022 567 9662

Residential Sales team Pukekohe

Ankush Bajaj 021 026 88621

Ione Cussen 021 027 18217

Jack Jeffries 021 024 66810

Louise Moore 027 234 9367

Chris Burger 021 908 949

Waiora de Thierry 021 140 6103

Steve Jin 027 294 0599

Nitin Nayyar 021 022 50720

Tania Colville 021 618 893

Hannah Digby 021 079 1086

Kemp 021 900 911

Alysha O’Brien 021 160 0633

Courteaud 021 139 0328

Blair Feeney 027 911 3350

Lal 021 137 5675

Ogle 027 492 8128

Cussen 027 225 8131

027 287 3331

022 318 1457

027 510 3498

Rashmin Singh 021 057 2276

Lifen Wei 021 156 9029

Brooke Stewart 021 420 543

William Tyndall 027 295 6356

Pearl Van Blerck 021 023 60118

021 190 6214

Hollie Auret 021 973 636

027 439 2761

Kelsea Cress 027 498 0052

Tania Crombie 021 404 301

Chloe Curnow 027 498 7911

Taiapa 027 498 0033

Serra Galuvao 027 939 5872

Nicola McPherson 021 247 6472

Lea-Ann Higgie 021 497 517

Simer Kaur 027 574 5328

Natoba Lockington 021 992 452

Kim McCheyne 021 764 666

Pamela Dunn 021 140 7805

Whitney Dunn 022 521 7152

Megan Groom 027 703 4946

Groom 021 919 301

Thompson 021 106 9022

Management 09 237 3140 Email pukekohe@barfoot.co.nz

barfoot.co.nz/pukekohe

barfoot.co.nz/tuakau

63 Great South Road, Pokeno 2402 Residential Sales 09 232 6762 Property Management 09 237 3140

Email pokeno@barfoot.co.nz 22 George Street, Tuakau 2121 Residential Sales 09 237 8310 Property Management 09 237 3140 Email tuakau@barfoot.co.nz 68 King Street, Pukekohe 2120 Residential Sales 09 238 7019

barfoot.co.nz/pokeno