What zoning applies to this Paihia 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 3,009 m². The remaining buildable area after existing structures is 3,016 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.

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Paihia · Far North

29 Hihitahi Rise, Paihia

Land Price

$335,000

$111/m²

With 2-Bed Devpro 65m²

$634,999

With 3-Bed Devpro 95m²

$734,999

With 4-Bed Devpro 122m²

$834,999

Land area

3,009 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.

Title Type

Freehold · Fee Simple

Legal Description

Lot 1 Deposited Plan 554653

Title Area

3,009 m²

Easements

None identified

Mortgage

No mortgage

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

Yes

Covenants

None

1 registered instrument on title

Consent Notice2021-01-20

Market position

Priced 52% below the Far North average.

This section$111/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 29 Hihitahi Rise, Paihia?

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

$4,079/mo

Devpro

$3,898/mo

Saving

$181/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

Year	If held (savings)	If sold — resale premium	If sold — total Devpro advantage
▸ 0yr	$0	$75,150	$75,150
▸ 5yr	$24,117	$95,912	$143,356
▸ 10yr	$51,899	$122,411	$225,339
▸ 20yr	$152,965	$199,395	$472,310
▸ 30yr	$251,128	$324,794	$777,249

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): $65,136
Energy (70% lower, inflating): $139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time): $19,932
HVAC replacements avoided: $26,539
Total 30-year savings: $251,128

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About this section

Ready to Build Seize this rare opportunity to create your dream home on a stunning 3,009m² bush-clad section in Te Haumi! Nestled in a private, peaceful setting yet just moments from the Bay of Islands' best, this is the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Why You’ll Love It: Lush Native Bush – Ultimate privacy in a breathtaking natural setting. Ready to Build – House plans, Geotech & engineering reports included. Flexible Options – Build from 112m²+—perfect for a stylish new home or a transportable option like those from Advance Build. Fully Serviced – Power, water & telecom at the boundary, plus resource consent secured. This isn't just land—it's a lifestyle waiting for you. Act fast—opportunities like this don’t last!

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