What zoning applies to this Russell section?

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

How big is this section?

The section is 10,181 m² (about 1.02 hectares). The remaining buildable area after existing structures is 9,985 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. There is currently a registered mortgage on the title which will be discharged on settlement.

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Russell · Far North

190 Aucks Road, Russell

Land Price

$695,000

$78/m²

With 2-Bed Devpro 65m²

$994,999

With 3-Bed Devpro 95m²

$1,094,999

With 4-Bed Devpro 122m²

$1,194,999

Land area

1.02 ha

Zone

Residential

Natural Hazards

None identified

Council services

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

Title Type

Freehold · Fee Simple

Legal Description

Lot 2 Deposited Plan 368059

Title Area

1.02 ha

Easements

None identified

Mortgage

Yes — 1 active

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

None

Covenants

None

4 registered instruments on title

Discharge of Charging Order2025-03-20

Charging Order2024-05-21

Mortgage2017-07-12

Easement Instrument2009-07-02

Market position

Priced 66% below the Far North average.

This section$78/m²

Far North · Residential average$231/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 190 Aucks Road, Russell?

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

$5,947/mo

Devpro

$5,579/mo

Saving

$368/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

Year	If held (savings)	If sold — resale premium	If sold — total Devpro advantage
▸ 0yr	$0	$107,550	$107,550
▸ 5yr	$35,354	$137,264	$199,150
▸ 10yr	$74,372	$175,187	$306,869
▸ 20yr	$197,910	$285,362	$612,791
▸ 30yr	$318,546	$464,825	$984,698

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): $132,554
Energy (70% lower, inflating): $139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time): $19,932
HVAC replacements avoided: $26,539
Total 30-year savings: $318,546

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About this section

<p>Discover the epitome of elevated living in Russell, New Zealand! This stunning property boasts a rare North-West exposure, basking in sunlight from dawn till dusk. The spacious, level building site offers the perfect canvas to craft your dream home with captivating views that stretch as far as the eye can see. Your daily panorama includes scenic vistas of the Omata Vineyard, historic Waitangi Grounds, and beyond.<br />Nestled within this natural paradise, you'll find abundant mature native flora, including Manuka and Totora, creating a tranquil, privat haven. Adjacent to the Te Wahapu Scenic Reserve, your home will be harmoniously integrated with diverse birdlife and local wildlife.<br />For nature enthusiasts, the Okiato-Russell Township Walking Track is mere steps away. As an added bonus, a large 200sqm half-round barn with a water tank is already on-site, offering endless possibilities. Conveniently located just a 4-minute drive from Russell and Okiato, this property is your gateway to the quintessential Russell lifestyle.</p>

Site context

What surrounds this land.

Road frontage

0 m

AUCKS ROAD, RUSSELL WHAKAPARA ROAD

Nearest stream

136 m

setback may apply

Nearest river

—

Nearest coast

478 m

Nearest lake

754 m

Nearest wetland

441 m

RMA s6 constraint if close

Rail proximity

—

Powerline proximity

—

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 368059

Deposited 2006-03-17

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.

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