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Why Tauranga Buyers Are Choosing Townhouses

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  • Townhouses have become one of the most popular ways to buy in Tauranga, for three reasons: it's a more achievable way to buy new, you're buying into suburbs that already have the infrastructure in place, and it suits how buyers in Tauranga actually live. Not every townhouse is built to the same standard though, so it's worth knowing what to look for. 

    Why buyers are choosing them 

    A lower deposit to buy new. New-build homes are currently exempt from the loan-to-value restrictions that apply to existing homes, so a 10% deposit is often all that's needed to sign, with nothing further due until the home is complete. Deposit rules can change, so confirm the current requirement with a mortgage adviser. 

    Established locations. Townhouses are commonly built on infill sites within existing suburbs, so you get schools, amenities and infrastructure already in place, often at a price a standalone home in the same suburb wouldn't allow. 

    Less lawn, more lifestyle. A smaller section means less time mowing and maintaining, and more time at the beach, the Mount or on the water. It's lock-up-and-leave living without giving up a real home of your own. 

    Nothing to fix or renovate. As the first owner, you get current insulation standards, double glazing and heating included, so the home is warm, dry and ready from day one. 

    What to look for in a quality build 

    Not every townhouse is built to the same standard behind the walls. At Wolfbrook, every home includes: 

    • Award-winning, site-specific architecture, not a one-size-fits-all layout
    • Fire-rated GIB Intertenancy Barrier Systems for real sound privacy between homes 
    • In-house interior design paired with the project architect, in neutral finishes that hold their appeal, including for tenants 
    • Fully turnkey inclusions: blinds, heat pump, keyless entry, dishwasher, clothesline and letterbox, all built into the price 
    • Engineered stone benchtops, Samsung appliances and NZ-made products like Feltex carpets and Resene paints 

    Warranty and peace of mind 

    Every home comes with a 1 year defects remedy period and a 10 year structural warranty, in line with the Building Act, plus a full pack of product and manufacturer warranties at settlement. 

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    Visit a Tauranga showhome to see the finish in person, or get in touch to talk about what could work for you.