What zoning applies to this Maungatapere section?

This section is zoned Rural Lifestyle Zone with a maximum site coverage of 10%. Zoning rules determine what you can build and how much of the site you can cover.

How big is this section?

The section is 10,390 m² (about 1.04 hectares). The remaining buildable area after existing structures is 9,876 m².

Are there any natural hazards on this section?

No natural hazards are currently flagged against this section in district GIS layers. Standard geotech checks are still recommended before purchase.

What title type does this section have?

The section title type is Freehold. The title has a registered covenant — check the conditions before purchase.

← All sections

Maungatapere · Whangarei

115A&B Kara Road, Maungatapere

Land Price

Negotiation

Land area

1.04 ha

Zone

Rural Lifestyle Zone

Natural Hazards

None identified

Water

Not available

Wastewater

Not available

Stormwater

Not available

Title Type

Freehold · Fee Simple

Legal Description

Lot 3 Deposited Plan 603840

Title Area

9,853 m²

Easements

None identified

Mortgage

No mortgage

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

Yes

Covenants

Yes

3 registered instruments on title

Easement Instrument2024-09-11

Consent Notice2024-09-11

Covenant2024-09-11

Lifetime cost · Devpro vs Building Code

What is the lifetime cost of a 4-bed home at 115A&B Kara Road, Maungatapere?

Section price pre-filled from this listing. Tweak the build, mortgage, and running-cost inputs to see the 30-year picture.

The build

Section price

Floor area

m²

Devpro build

= $4,098/m²

Building-code build

= $3,698/m²

Mortgage

Deposit

Term

Standard rate

Green rate (Devpro)

Devpro qualifies for green home loans (typically 1% off)

Running costs

Energy (BC, yr 1)

$/yr

Energy (Devpro, yr 1)

$/yr

Devpro uses ~70% less

Energy inflation

%/yr

HVAC replacement (today)

Heat pump + ERV supply + install

HVAC inflation

%/yr

HVAC life (BC)

Leaky envelope = HVAC works ~7× harder

HVAC life (Devpro)

Appreciation

%/yr

House+land market growth

Devpro resale premium

Realised at sale on house+land

Monthly mortgage — green-loan advantage

Building code

$4,157/mo

Devpro

$3,968/mo

Saving

$189/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

Year	If held (savings)	If sold — resale premium	If sold — total Devpro advantage
▸ 0yr	$0	$76,500	$76,500
▸ 5yr	$24,586	$97,635	$145,680
▸ 10yr	$52,835	$124,610	$228,736
▸ 20yr	$154,838	$202,977	$478,163
▸ 30yr	$253,937	$330,628	$785,893

If held = cumulative operational savings (mortgage interest + energy + HVAC service + replacements avoided). If sold = full net-position delta. Click any row to see the five components that make up the total advantage.

30-year "held" savings — where the money comes from

Mortgage interest (green-loan 1% off): $67,945
Energy (70% lower, inflating): $139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time): $19,932
HVAC replacements avoided: $26,539
Total 30-year savings: $253,937

Talk to us

Talk to us about building on this section

About this section

Welcome to an unparalleled slice of paradise perfectly poised in one of Whangarei’s most sought-after locations. This exclusive offering features two executive-quality sections of flat, deep volcanic land, each showcasing a lush native bush backdrop and the enchanting charm of traditional stone walls. This land is not only beautiful but also practical, ready for you to bring your architectural vision to life Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this idyllic elevated setting, where the soothing calls of native birds will serenade you and life is an ease Lot 2 - 1.0392ha more or less - $670,000 Lot 3 - 9853m2 more or less - $670,000 Position yourself for long-term rewards and create a legacy in this stunning location. Your future begins here!

Site context

What surrounds this land.

Road frontage

24 m

KARA ROAD

Nearest stream

—

setback may apply

Nearest river

—

Nearest coast

—

Nearest lake

—

Nearest wetland

—

RMA s6 constraint if close

Rail proximity

9.4 km

Powerline proximity

97 m

Distances are from the parcel centroid to Topo 1:50k features (LINZ). Road frontage is a proxy — centreline intersection with parcel boundary, not a legal access measure. Confirm setbacks with a district-plan check before purchase.

Survey & boundary

How well-defined are the boundaries?

Survey plan

DP 603840

Deposited 2024-05-17

Survey class

—

I is tightest, V is loosest

Survey marks near parcel

Redefinition survey

Unlikely needed

Based on plan age + survey class

Survey data from LINZ Landonline. A surveyor's boundary redefinition can cost $3–10k+ depending on site conditions — factor it in if you plan to build close to a boundary and existing marks are damaged or missing.

Aerial imagery

See the land from above.

Before you commit to a builder, learn what separates a home that performs from one that just looks the part.