What zoning applies to this Paparoa section?

This section is zoned Coastal Residential (e.g. Mangawhai) with a maximum site coverage of 30%. Zoning rules determine what you can build and how much of the site you can cover.

How big is this section?

The section is 1,787 m². The remaining buildable area after existing structures is 4,965 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.

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Paparoa · Kaipara

16 and 18 Arahanga Road, Paparoa

Land Price

$325,000

$182/m²

With 2-Bed Devpro 65m²

$624,999

With 3-Bed Devpro 95m²

$724,999

With 4-Bed Devpro 122m²

$824,999

Land area

1,787 m²

Zone

Coastal Residential (e.g. Mangawhai)

Natural Hazards

None identified

Council services

Live reticulated water, wastewater, and stormwater data is not yet wired in for Kaipara. Check the LIM report or contact Kaipara District Council directly.

Mortgage

No mortgage

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

Yes

Covenants

Yes

4 registered instruments on title

Partial Discharge of Mortgage2022-08-11

Consent Notice2022-07-19

Easement Instrument2022-07-19

Land Covenant2022-07-19

Market position

Priced 96% below the Kaipara average.

This section$182/m²

Kaipara · Coastal Residential (e.g. Mangawhai) average$4,157/m²

District average computed from the active sections listed. Updated daily.

Lifetime cost · Devpro vs Building Code

What is the lifetime cost of a 4-bed home at 16 and 18 Arahanga Road, Paparoa?

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

$4,027/mo

Devpro

$3,852/mo

Saving

$176/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

Year	If held (savings)	If sold — resale premium	If sold — total Devpro advantage
▸ 0yr	$0	$74,250	$74,250
▸ 5yr	$23,805	$94,764	$141,806
▸ 10yr	$51,275	$120,945	$223,074
▸ 20yr	$151,716	$197,007	$468,408
▸ 30yr	$249,255	$320,904	$771,487

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): $63,263
Energy (70% lower, inflating): $139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time): $19,932
HVAC replacements avoided: $26,539
Total 30-year savings: $249,255

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About this section

Discover an exceptional opportunity to secure two premium sections in one of Paparoa's most desirable locations-each offering generous space, peaceful surroundings, and the perfect platform to build the home and lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Number 16 - 1,787m² This superbly flat, well-positioned site provides an effortless build option with plenty of room for beautifully landscaped gardens, outdoor entertaining areas, or extra shedding. Bathed in natural light and enjoying a quiet aspect, it's an ideal setting for a modern, comfortable home. Number 18 - 4,956m² Offering significantly more space, this expansive lifestyle-sized parcel opens the door to endless possibilities. Whether you envision a sprawling family retreat, a stylish homestead with large lawns, or simply want to enjoy the luxury of wide-open land around you, this section delivers the privacy and freedom you're looking for. Both properties are located just moments from the charming Paparoa village, placing local shops, cafés, and essential amenities conveniently within reach. Positioned on a peaceful cul-de-sac, the sections offer a rare blend of serenity, safety, and community-ideal for families, retirees, or anyone seeking a more relaxed pace of living in a highly sought-after area. With outstanding land size, flat terrain, and an unbeatable location, these sections provide the perfect canvas to design and build your dream home, whether it's cosy and compact or grand and ambitious. For more property files, please go to: https://propertyfiles.co.nz/property/SRP330

Site context

What surrounds this land.

Road frontage

0 m

PAPAROA VALLEY ROAD

Nearest stream

—

setback may apply

Nearest river

—

Nearest coast

—

Nearest lake

—

Nearest wetland

—

RMA s6 constraint if close

Rail proximity

5.9 km

Powerline proximity

744 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 558688

Deposited 2021-06-19

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

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