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Most Affordable in Wellington Region

Top 35 cities ranked by most affordable

Most Affordable — Wellington Region

1 Cannons Creek $130,000
2 Naenae $132,600
3 Taita $156,000
4 Lower Hutt $182,000
5 Masterton $182,000
6 Otaki $201,800
7 Solway $205,400
8 Avalon $208,000
9 Titahi Bay $208,000
10 Carterton $208,000
11 Mount Cook $208,000
12 Epuni $239,200
13 Paraparaumu $249,600
14 Raumati Beach $249,600
15 Homedale $254,800
16 Stokes Valley $260,000
17 Wainuiomata $262,600
18 Waterloo $265,200
19 Upper Hutt $270,400
20 Johnsonville $270,400
21 Waikanae $270,400
22 Petone $275,600
23 Newlands $280,800
24 Te Aro $286,000
25 Hataitai $286,000
26 Tawa $286,000
27 Wellington $286,000
28 Ngaio $304,200
29 Island Bay $313,600
30 Newtown $317,200
31 Whitby $338,000
32 Karori $338,000
33 Khandallah $350,400
34 Porirua $374,400
35 Churton Park $413,400

The most affordable housing markets in Wellington Region offer opportunities for homeownership at a fraction of the cost of major metros. Cannons Creek has a median home value of just $130,000.

Affordable housing markets often feature lower costs of living overall, making them attractive to retirees, remote workers, and families building wealth through homeownership. Many of these cities offer solid community amenities despite their lower price points.

While low home values make homeownership accessible, they may also reflect limited job markets or slower economic growth. The rise of remote work has created new opportunities for these communities to attract residents who can earn higher salaries from distant employers.

Did You Know?

  • 1. In Cannons Creek, the median home costs just $130,000 — less than a new luxury car.
  • 2. Affordable housing markets have seen increased interest since the rise of remote work, as buyers can earn higher salaries from anywhere.
  • 3. Many of the most affordable cities are in the South and Midwest, where land costs and construction expenses are lower.

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