Student rents drop in most cities except Dunedin

StuffThe PostWednesday 6 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Average rental prices have decreased in Wellington, Christchurch and Auckland, with Wellington seeing a 14.6 per cent year-on-year decline. However, Dunedin students are facing a 12.2 per cent increase in accommodation costs despite an increase in available rental listings.

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First reported by Stuff, Wed 6 Aug 2025, 12:33pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 10 minutes
  1. StuffStuff

    Rents fall in many cities for students, but one centre shows a 12% increase (opens in new tab)

  2. The PostThe Post

    Rental prices fall fast in the capital as listings surge (opens in new tab)