What zoning applies to this Opononi 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 769 m². The remaining buildable area after existing structures is 3,264 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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Opononi · Far North

20 Opononi Heights Drive, OPONONI

Land Price

$169,000

$259/m²

With 2-Bed Devpro 65m²

$468,999

With 3-Bed Devpro 95m²

$568,999

With 4-Bed Devpro 122m²

$668,999

Land area

769 m²

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.

Mortgage

Yes — 1 active

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

None

Covenants

None

7 registered instruments on title

Discharge of Mortgage2021-04-14

Mortgage2021-04-14

EC2006-03-09

Discharge of Mortgage2003-03-24

Mortgage2003-03-24

Mortgage1996-02-23

EC1982-03-08

Market position

Priced 12% above the Far North average.

This section$259/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 20 Opononi Heights Drive, OPONONI?

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

$3,218/mo

Devpro

$3,123/mo

Saving

$95/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

Year	If held (savings)	If sold — resale premium	If sold — total Devpro advantage
▸ 0yr	$0	$60,210	$60,210
▸ 5yr	$18,936	$76,845	$117,628
▸ 10yr	$41,536	$98,076	$187,745
▸ 20yr	$132,240	$159,755	$407,532
▸ 30yr	$220,040	$260,224	$681,592

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): $34,048
Energy (70% lower, inflating): $139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time): $19,932
HVAC replacements avoided: $26,539
Total 30-year savings: $220,040

Talk to us

Talk to us about building on this section

About this section

Hard to find better views over the Hokianga Harbour than from this 769m2 elevated section located in Opononi Heights Drive. Vendors are motivated, offering one of the best value for money sites in the area! Maximise the future layout of your house to take advantage of the views and with all services including; water, power and sewerage ready to connect, this property really ticks many boxes if you are looking to make a move and join our wonderful community in the Hokianga. With an established and concreted Right of Way established, you have easy access to this section, allowing you to focus on the plans for your future dream home in this idyllic setting. With close proximity to Opononi township, you will find shops, takeaways and a diverse array of local amenities. Launch the boat from one of two nearby boat ramps, as the waters of the Hokianga Harbour offers you have a myriad of water activities to enjoy on your doorstep. Walk down to the sandy beaches from this property and enjoy safe swimming spots with the family. The well thought out covenants will stand to protect your future investment, aimed at creating a cohesive neighbourhood for all to enjoy. This property has been priced to sell with an Asking price of $169,000, and offers a great opportunity to secure one of the best views in the area. For further information and a copy of the full property pack or if you would like to view, contact me: Csilla Ford 021 173 9641 or email: csillaford@oneagency.net.nz

Site context

What surrounds this land.

Road frontage

31 m

FAIRLIE CRESCENT, HOKIANGA HARBOUR DRIVE

Nearest stream

348 m

setback may apply

Nearest river

—

Nearest coast

195 m

Nearest lake

—

Nearest wetland

—

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 58962

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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