What zoning applies to this Waipu section?

This section is zoned Settlement Zone Residential Sub-Zone with a maximum site coverage of 40% and a height limit of 8m. Zoning rules determine what you can build and how much of the site you can cover.

How big is this section?

The section is 1,429 m². The remaining buildable area after existing structures is 1,434 m².

Are there any natural hazards on this section?

1 natural hazard is flagged in district GIS layers (Land Instability). 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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Waipu · Whangarei

23 Riverview Place, Waipu

Land Price

$575,000

$402/m²

With 2-Bed Devpro 65m²

$874,999

With 3-Bed Devpro 95m²

$974,999

With 4-Bed Devpro 122m²

$1,074,999

Land area

1,429 m²

Zone

Settlement Zone Residential Sub-Zone

Natural Hazards

Land Instability

Water

Connected

Wastewater

Connected

Stormwater

Not available

Title Type

Freehold · Fee Simple

Legal Description

Lot 12 Deposited Plan 178365

Title Area

1,430 m²

Easements

None identified

Mortgage

Yes — 1 active

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

Yes

Covenants

None

5 registered instruments on title

Partial Discharge of Mortgage2002-12-11

Mortgage2002-11-05

C3211997-11-10

EC1997-11-10

Consent Notice1997-07-10

Market position

Priced 43% below the Whangarei average.

This section$402/m²

Whangarei · Settlement Zone Residential Sub-Zone average$702/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 23 Riverview Place, Waipu?

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

$5,325/mo

Devpro

$5,019/mo

Saving

$306/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

Year	If held (savings)	If sold — resale premium	If sold — total Devpro advantage
▸ 0yr	$0	$96,750	$96,750
▸ 5yr	$31,608	$123,480	$180,552
▸ 10yr	$66,881	$157,595	$279,692
▸ 20yr	$182,929	$256,706	$565,964
▸ 30yr	$296,073	$418,148	$915,549

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): $110,081
Energy (70% lower, inflating): $139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time): $19,932
HVAC replacements avoided: $26,539
Total 30-year savings: $296,073

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About this section

Discover the perfect canvas for your dream home at 23 Riverview Place, Waipu! This expansive 1429 sqm section (more or less) offers an incredible opportunity to build in one of the most sought-after locations in the area. Imagine waking up to breathtaking panoramic views from your own slice of land situated near Waipu and an easy drive to the golden sands of Waipu Cove. From this section you have ample space to design and create your ideal living environment, complete with gardens, outdoor entertaining areas, or use the concept drawing already approved and signed off from the developers. This section is perfect for those looking to build a family home, a holiday getaway, or an investment property. The possibilities are endless! The vendors have done a lot of the groundwork and there are concept drawings, Geotech reports all ready to go. A short walk to the public walkway will provide you with the perfect opportunity to swim, picnic or launch your kayak or jet ski. If you like to cycle, the public cycleway at the end of the road will take you right to Waipu or left to Waipu Cove. Waipu is known for its friendly community, vibrant local culture, and proximity to stunning beaches. Enjoy outdoor activities, local markets, and a welcoming atmosphere. Call me for more information!

Site context

What surrounds this land.

Road frontage

0 m

COVE ROAD, RIVERVIEW PLACE, STATE HIGHWAY 1

Nearest stream

—

setback may apply

Nearest river

—

Nearest coast

—

Nearest lake

—

Nearest wetland

—

RMA s6 constraint if close

Rail proximity

17.0 km

Powerline proximity

3.9 km

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 178365

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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