What zoning applies to this Mangawhai Heads section?

This section is zoned Residential with a maximum site coverage of 35% and a height limit of 10m. Zoning rules determine what you can build and how much of the site you can cover.

How big is this section?

The section is 1,173 m². Under the Residential site-coverage limit of 35%, the maximum building footprint is about 412 m².

Are there any natural hazards on this section?

1 natural hazard is flagged in district GIS layers (Tsunami Inundation Zone). Always review the LIM report and consider a geotech assessment.

What title type does this section have?

The section title type is Freehold. There is currently a registered mortgage on the title which will be discharged on settlement.

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Mangawhai Heads · Kaipara

127 Estuary Drive, Mangawhai Heads

Listed by Amanda Bond at Bayleys Mangawhai

Listed 20 May 2026 · 46 days on market · 37% below the current Kaipara Residential average days on market

Land Price

$775,000

$661/m²

With 2-bed Devpro 65m²

$1,074,999

With 3-bed Devpro 95m²

$1,174,999

With 4-bed Devpro 122m²

$1,274,999

Land area

1,173 m²

Zone

Residential

Title Type

Freehold · Fee Simple

Legal Description

Lot 2 Deposited Plan 487158

Title Area

1,173 m²

Easements

None identified

Mortgage

Yes — 1 active

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

Yes

Covenants

None

5 registered instruments on title

Mortgage2021-08-13

Easement Instrument2018-11-19

Consent Notice2018-11-19

Easement Instrument2018-11-19

Aerial imagery

See the land from above.

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Location

What's nearby.

Nearest town

Mangawhai

≈ 1.5 km straight-line

Nearest supermarket

New World

≈ 1.5 km straight-line

Nearest school

Mangawhai Beach School

≈ 1.8 km straight-line

School zone

Otamatea High School · Rodney College · Mangawhai Beach School

In-zone for enrolment — confirm the current scheme with the school

Distances are straight-line from the parcel, not drive time. Nearest town and school come from a curated dataset; supermarkets from OpenStreetMap. Switch the aerial above to Map to see the surrounding roads and town names.

Site & services plan loads as you scroll…

Can you build here?

Zoned Residential — up to 35% site coverage.

What you can build

District Plan zone

Residential

Max site coverage

35%

Max building footprint

412 m² of 1,176 m²

Of the total parcel area.

Height limit

10m

Yard setbacks

5m front · 3m side · 3m rear

Second dwelling

Permitted

Which DEVPRO plans fit here?

DEVPRO 2-bed (65 m² footprint) fits — ≈347 m² of buildable footprint to sparefrom $299,999 turnkey →DEVPRO 3-bed (95 m² footprint) fits — ≈317 m² of buildable footprint to sparefrom $399,999 turnkey →DEVPRO 4-bed (122 m² footprint) fits — ≈290 m² of buildable footprint to sparefrom $499,999 turnkey →

Footprint against the coverage-limited maximum only — setbacks, shape and driveways matter too. We confirm what actually fits in a feasibility chat.

The ground

Fall across site

≈ 3 m

From 1m LiDAR — see contours on the aerial above.

Natural hazards

Tsunami Inundation Zone

Reticulated services · 1/3 available

Water

Not available

Wastewater

Not available

Stormwater

At boundary

1.1m from boundary

Computed from LINZ parcel + 1m LiDAR and Kaipara District Council GIS. A guide, not a guarantee — confirm zoning rules in the operative District Plan and review the LIM before you commit.

Your home, complete

Land $775,000+DEVPRO 2-bed build from $299,999 (fits this section)=

Your home from $1,074,999

Compare build packages →

Indicative turnkey total — land asking price plus the entry DEVPRO build. Excludes site works (earthworks, services connections, driveway), consents and finance. Confirm a fixed price with us.

Feasibility report

What can you build here — and what will it cost?

Zone

Residential

Land area

1,173 m²

Buildability

74/100 Strong

All-in cost to a finished home

Build on this section

Build with Devlin Property

A fixed DEVPRO™ price for this section — design, consent and a turnkey high-performance build.

Building with your own builder?

Spec DEVPRO™ into your own builder's plans for this site — we'll send the infopack as a leave-behind.

Price in context

Listed 37% above the Kaipara median.

This section$661/m²

Kaipara · Residential median$482/m²

Median asking price per m² across 70 active sections in Kaipara · Residential, as at 5 Jul 2026. Asking prices, not sales.

From the listing agent

In the words of Amanda Bond, Bayleys Mangawhai

Welcome to this generously sized 1173sqm (more or less) waterfront section, nestled in the heart of the picturesque Mangawhai Heads. Offering the perfect blend of space, serenity, and seaside charm, this property is an ideal canvas for your dream coastal escape. Located in a highly desirable neighborhood, this section comes with covenants in place to protect your investment and the character of the area. Just minutes from the pristine Mangawhai Heads Beach, you'll be close to great surf, scenic walks, and all the vibrant amenities of Mangawhai Village-featuring boutique shops, inviting cafés, and a variety of dining options to suit every taste. Families will appreciate the local education options, including Mangawhai Beach School, a range of early childhood centers, and Mangawhai Hills College. The community spirit thrives here, showcased by the popular weekend markets filled with fresh local produce and handcrafted goods. Nature lovers will be right at home with access to the iconic Mangawhai Cliff Walk, stunning coastal views, and the tranquil estuary-perfect for kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching. Whether you're looking to build a permanent home, a holiday getaway, or make a smart investment, 127 Estuary Drive is a rare opportunity to embrace the relaxed, connected lifestyle that Mangawhai Heads has to offer.

The description above is the listing agent's own wording, via Bayleys Mangawhai. Devlin Property's independent read — buildability, services, hazards and total cost — is in the panels above.

Site context

What shapes the build here.

Road frontage

103 m

ESTUARY DRIVE, MOIR POINT ROAD — vehicle crossing still needs council approval

Nearest wetland

1.0 km

Unlikely to constrain the build

Nearest stream

674 m

Unlikely to constrain the build

Nearest coast

86 m

Coastal-environment overlay rules may apply — check the district plan

Nearest lake

643 m

Site aspect

Falls ≈ north-west

A north-facing fall suits passive-solar orientation

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

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

What to ask your builder

Talk to us

See the land from above.

What's nearby.

Zoned Residential — up to 35% site coverage.

What can you build here — and what will it cost?

Build with Devlin Property

Building with your own builder?

Listed 37% above the Kaipara median.

In the words of Amanda Bond, Bayleys Mangawhai

What shapes the build here.

Still weighing it up? Ask us about this section