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security system are just a few of the many extras on offer with this property. There is a separate standalone spacious office/studio that gives options for those who require a dedicated work from home space or alternatively, room for a dependant relative. a short, easy commute into the city or out to Ro leston. Karen Hennessy Mobile: 027 967 0186 karen.hennessy@pggwrightson.co.nz Week commencing Tuesday, 3Rd ocToBeR 2017 As always, this builder has finished his latest new build to perfection, incorporating a l the ‘must haves’ and more for keep cool or warm, as required, at the push of a bu ton with 2 heat pumps. The home’s practical layout also includes a walk-in linen room, a substantial separate laundry, a tic storage with ladder access and last, but certainly not least, hugely sought after 4 car garaging. From the moment you approach this www.flemington.co.nz Mobile: 027 527 8258 Mobile: 027 224 4733 15 Week commencing WeDneSDAY, 23RD mAY 2018 Property Market Update with Harcourts Four Seasons West Melton Market Overview West Melton is made up of a mix of residential and lifestyle properties, with the area experiencing significant population growth over the last ten years. New subdivisions and housing developments have taken place, including the completion of the Wilfield subdivision offering generous size sections for a lifestyle option to residential living. Residents don’t have to walk far to access the village shops with retail and hospitality businesses, while West Melton School caters to children from years 0–8. Recent improvements to traffic flow and safety have been completed with the West Melton Road / Weedons Ross Road / SH73 intersection upgrade and the inclusion of street lighting and a set of traffic lights. Kartie Harrison from Harcourts Four Seasons Katie Harrison from Harcourts Four Seasons Realty says, “Within the last six months, as has been seen across most of the country, we have seen a pullback on both residential and lifestyle in terms of pricing and drop in the number of properties for sale.” However, following this recent price adjustment, West Melton could be seen to be having very good buying opportunities, and noticeably with strong demand for entry-level lifestyle properties under $1.3 million. Statistics show that residential sales are down, the number of properties on the market is less, and compared to this time last year, the average sale price is reduced. For residential properties (excluding sections), this reflects a decrease of approximately $300,000. Katie confirms that at this time last year, the average sale was $1.4 million compared to $1.114 million now. Bare section prices also echo this reduction, and we are seeing more sections on the market taking longer to sell. Although fewer properties are on the market, Katie says that established and well-presented lifestyle blocks are still being well received, and there are active buyers in this market with a shortage of choices available to them. Rental properties are few and far between in West Melton, with listings in short supply. The average rental for the past 12 months, as displayed on realestate.co.nz, is $763 weekly. West Melton offers good buying opportunities for entry-level lifestyle properties under $1.3 million. <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> PUBLiSHeD eVeRY WeDneSDAY THe BeST PRoPeRTieS AcRoSS THe SeLWYn DiSTRicT INSIDE Brand new ‘show stopper’ with 4 car garaging EVERY WEDNESDAY inside <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Quality Home, Private Setting, Sought After Location A large, quality home sited in a private and established 5021m 2 park-like setting in the sought after Claremont Estate on the boundary of Christchurch City. The home features four bedrooms (master with en suite and walk-in robe), open-plan kitchen, dining and living along with formal dining, lounge and conservatory. Great indoor outdoor flow to a large sheltered deck set in sprawling lawns and easy care gardens with automated watering. Triple car garaging, security gates, ducted heating, solar energy and Auction (unless sold prior) Thursday 19 October, 2pm 411 Blenheim Road www.pggwre.co.nz/DAR26164 the discerning buyer. Situated on a 1200m 2 section, with an established backdrop, the substantial 315m 2 floor plan provides the ultimate in family living options. The sunny & spacious open plan living room boasts a designer kitchen with 90cms oven, stone bench tops & a walk in pantry, together with define dining, living & study spaces that extend through sliding doors to a large deck & covered ‘al fresco’ entertaining area. The formal lounge als opens to the landscaped garden & has a boxed high stud ceiling with sound speakers. A l 4 bedrooms are fabulously proportioned queen sized rooms, with the master suite providing the perfect parents’ retreat featuring an amazing dressing room with fu l wardrobe system, additional storage & a beautiful tiled ensuite with double tiled shower, freestanding bath & twin vanities. The family bathroom is equa ly elegant with a tiled shower & twin vanities. Cosy up in front of the log burner, keep your toes warm with the under tile heating in the bathrooms & DeaDline Sale: Closing 4pm on Monday 11th June 2018 (unless sold prior) rwro leston.co.nz/RLL23148 Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) - West Melton Sarah Booth Contact: Set amongst other quality homes on larger sections, this property maintains a semi-rural feel whilst being Contact: Phone: 03 341 4301 premium property, you wi l appreciate what a privilege it would be to be able to ca l it ‘home’. Brendan ‘Big Red’ Shefford Contact: Address: 19 Devine Drive, Templeton Open Home: Sunday 8 & 15 October, 1pm - 1.45pm 63 Rossington Drive, West Melton Open Home: Sunday 2.00pm - 2.30pm Get your messages into homes throughout the <strong>Selwyn</strong> District. Delivered to every home & rural letterbox (also available at selected pick up points). For full information on placing your advertising call: Lynette Evans Ph 021 222 7831 | email: lynette.evans@starmedia.kiwi Get the power of three offices working for you Your section hunt starts here New Falcon’s Landing sales office open, 17 Branthwaite Drive, Ro leston, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays from 1-3pm. Come, visit and share in our vision for Ro leston. Or ca l us anytime 03 741 1340. Email enquiries@yoursection.nz Ray White Rolleston, Lincoln & West Melton Sales - Property Management - Loan Market Residential - Lifestyle - Commercial Lincoln - 03 325 7299 Ro leston - 03 347 9988 West Melton - 03 347 9933 Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> dedicated to getting you outstanding results & making our district a better place to live.