What zoning applies to this Matarau section?

This section is zoned Rural Lifestyle Zone with a maximum site coverage of 10%. Zoning rules determine what you can build and how much of the site you can cover.

How big is this section?

The section is 6,617 m². Under the Rural Lifestyle Zone site-coverage limit of 10%, the maximum building footprint is about 662 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.

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Matarau · Whangarei

45B Finlayson Road, Matarau

Listed by Kelly Sackfield at Ray White Whangarei

Listed 13 Jun 2026 · 2 days on market · 99% below the current Whangarei Lifestyle average days on market

Land Price

$399,000

$60/m²

With 2-bed Devpro 65m²

$698,999

With 3-bed Devpro 95m²

$798,999

With 4-bed Devpro 122m²

$898,999

Land area

6,617 m²

Zone

Rural Lifestyle Zone

Title Type

Freehold · Fee Simple

Legal Description

Lot 1 Deposited Plan 542264

Title Area

5,810 m²

Easements

None identified

Mortgage

No mortgage

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

Yes

Covenants

None

5 registered instruments on title

Variation of Mortgage2025-08-15

Mortgage2025-02-28

Discharge of Mortgage2021-02-19

Consent Notice2021-01-18

Easement Instrument2021-01-18

Aerial imagery

See the land from above.

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Can you build here?

Zoned Rural Lifestyle Zone — up to 10% site coverage.

What you can build

District Plan zone

Rural Lifestyle Zone

Max site coverage

10%

Max building footprint

662 m² of 5,826 m²

Of the total parcel area.

Which DEVPRO plans fit here?

DEVPRO 2-bed (65 m² footprint) fits — ≈597 m² of buildable footprint to sparefrom $299,999 turnkey →DEVPRO 3-bed (95 m² footprint) fits — ≈567 m² of buildable footprint to sparefrom $399,999 turnkey →DEVPRO 4-bed (122 m² footprint) fits — ≈540 m² of buildable footprint to sparefrom $499,999 turnkey →

Footprint against the coverage-limited maximum only — setbacks, shape and driveways matter too. We confirm what actually fits in a feasibility chat.

The ground

Fall across site

≈ 9 m

From 1m LiDAR — see contours on the aerial above.

Natural hazards

Land Instability

Reticulated services · 0/3 available

Water

Not available

Wastewater

Not available

Stormwater

Not available

Computed from LINZ parcel + 1m LiDAR and Whangārei District Council GIS. A guide, not a guarantee — confirm zoning rules in the operative District Plan and review the LIM before you commit.

Your home, complete

Land $399,000+DEVPRO 2-bed build from $299,999 (fits this section)=

Your home from $698,999

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Indicative turnkey total — land asking price plus the entry DEVPRO build. Excludes site works (earthworks, services connections, driveway), consents and finance. Confirm a fixed price with us.

Build on this section

Build with Devlin Property

A fixed DEVPRO™ price for this section — design, consent and a turnkey high-performance build.

Building with your own builder?

Spec DEVPRO™ into your own builder's plans for this site — we'll send the infopack as a leave-behind.

Price in context

About the Whangarei median asking price.

This section$60/m²

Whangarei · Rural Lifestyle Zone median$60/m²

Median asking price per m² across 11 active sections in Whangarei · Rural Lifestyle Zone, as at 15 Jun 2026. Asking prices, not sales.

From the listing agent

In the words of Kelly Sackfield, Ray White Whangarei

Three exceptional lifestyle sites. One beautifully executed subdivision. A rare chance to secure land that has already done the hard work for you. Privately positioned and thoughtfully formed, this boutique three-lot enclave has been carefully shaped to maximise sun, outlook and usability. A tree-lined concrete driveway creates a sense of arrival - subtle, elegant and timeless - setting the tone for what lies beyond. Each site is elevated and north-facing, bathing in natural light year-round. Power is connected, the landscaping is established, and the boundaries are defined - allowing you to focus on designing a home that works for you, rather than navigating infrastructure. Lot 3 offers 1.86 hectares of gently contoured land, complete with a pond and space to truly spread out - ideal for those wanting room for sheds, grazing or a substantial lifestyle residence. Lot 2 (9007sqm) and Lot 4 (6617sqm) present manageable, well-proportioned sites surrounded by a peaceful rural setting - perfect for those wanting lifestyle without being overwhelmed by acreage. Location remains a standout. Just minutes to Kamo and approximately 20 minutes to Whangarei CBD, you're close to town while enjoying the quiet of countryside living. Matarau School is nearby, reinforcing the strong community feel this area is known for. In a market where building requires careful consideration, securing the right land is the first - and most important - step. Opportunities like this, where the subdivision is complete, beautifully presented and ready to go, are increasingly hard to find. This is not simply bare land. It's a foundation for the next chapter. Enquire today for an information pack or to walk the sites and explore the possibilities. 45A - $429,000 - Lot 2 Deposited Plan 602448 - 1175919 - 9,007 sqm - www.rwwhangarei.co.nz/WHC38879 45B - $399,000 - Lot 4 Deposited Plan 602448 - 1175921 - 6,617 sqm - www.rwwhangarei.co.nz/WHC38880 45C - $429,000 - Lot 3 Deposited Plan 602448 - 1175920 - 1.8675 ha - www.rwwhangarei.co.nz/WHC38734 www.rwwhangarei.co.nz/WHC38734

The description above is the listing agent's own wording, via Ray White Whangarei. Devlin Property's independent read — buildability, services, hazards and total cost — is in the panels above.

Site context

What shapes the build here.

Road frontage

184 m

FINLAYSON ROAD, PIPIWAI ROAD — vehicle crossing still needs council approval

Nearest stream

12 m

A riparian setback likely shrinks the build platform — check the district plan

Nearest coast

11.7 km

Nearest lake

1 m

Riparian-margin rules may apply — check the district plan

Site aspect

Falls ≈ south

Orientation we design around — see the contours on the aerial

Too far away to matter: nearest rail 4.8 km.

Distances are from the parcel centroid to Topo 1:50k features (LINZ); site aspect is approximate, from the 1m LiDAR contours. Road frontage is a proxy — centreline intersection with parcel boundary, not a legal access measure. Confirm setbacks with a district-plan check before purchase.

Lifetime cost · Devpro vs Building Code

What is the lifetime cost of a 4-bed home at 45B Finlayson Road, Matarau?

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See the land from above.

Zoned Rural Lifestyle Zone — up to 10% site coverage.

Build with Devlin Property

Building with your own builder?

About the Whangarei median asking price.

In the words of Kelly Sackfield, Ray White Whangarei

What shapes the build here.

What is the lifetime cost of a 4-bed home at 45B Finlayson Road, Matarau?

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