What zoning applies to this Mangawhai section?

This section is zoned Coastal Residential (e.g. Mangawhai) with a maximum site coverage of 30%. Zoning rules determine what you can build and how much of the site you can cover.

How big is this section?

The section is 3,167 m². The remaining buildable area after existing structures is 2,934 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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Mangawhai · Kaipara

497a Tara Road, Mangawhai

Land Price

$680,000

$215/m²

With 2-Bed Devpro 65m²

$979,999

With 3-Bed Devpro 95m²

$1,079,999

With 4-Bed Devpro 122m²

$1,179,999

Land area

3,167 m²

Zone

Coastal Residential (e.g. Mangawhai)

Natural Hazards

None identified

Council services

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

Title Type

Freehold · Fee Simple

Legal Description

Lot 5 Deposited Plan 167450

Title Area

3,652 m²

Easements

None identified

Mortgage

Yes — 1 active

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

None

Covenants

None

5 registered instruments on title

Mortgage2025-04-01

Discharge of Mortgage2025-03-14

Mortgage2019-07-04

Partial Discharge of Mortgage2019-07-04

Easement Instrument2019-05-27

Market position

Priced 95% below the Kaipara average.

This section$215/m²

Kaipara · Coastal Residential (e.g. Mangawhai) average$4,157/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 497a Tara Road, Mangawhai?

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

$5,869/mo

Devpro

$5,509/mo

Saving

$360/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

Year	If held (savings)	If sold — resale premium	If sold — total Devpro advantage
▸ 0yr	$0	$106,200	$106,200
▸ 5yr	$34,886	$135,541	$196,826
▸ 10yr	$73,435	$172,988	$303,471
▸ 20yr	$196,038	$281,780	$606,938
▸ 30yr	$315,737	$458,990	$976,055

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): $129,745
Energy (70% lower, inflating): $139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time): $19,932
HVAC replacements avoided: $26,539
Total 30-year savings: $315,737

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About this section

Here’s your chance to secure a well-established lifestyle block in the highly sought-after upper Tara Road area, just minutes from Mangawhai. Set on fertile volcanic soil, this exceptional property is surrounded by thriving avocado orchards, offering incredible potential for horticulture, hobby farming, or simply enjoying the peaceful rural lifestyle. Features include: 2-bedroom cabin – perfect as a weekend retreat Large pole barn – ideal for storage, workshop, or future conversion Three water tanks for excellent supply Generous carport for vehicles, boat or trailer Established citrus orchard and stunning nikau palms create a lush, private setting This is a rare opportunity to own premium land in a tightly held location, ideal for those looking to live sustainably, expand horticultural ventures, or simply enjoy a slice of paradise. Secure your future in Mangawhai’s green heart – contact us today.

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