How is the NZ rental market going?

Find out the latest trends in the NZ rental market. Learn about national rent changes, regional differences, median rent statistics, and expert insights from property managers in Auckland and Christchurch.

Author: Ed McKnight

Our Resident Economist, with a GradDipEcon and over five years at Opes Partners, is a trusted contributor to NZ Property Investor, Informed Investor, Stuff, Business Desk, and OneRoof.

Reviewed by: Andrew Nicol

Managing Director, 20+ Years' Experience Investing In Property, Author & Host

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