Wellington homeowners receive notices showing average 24 per cent valuation drop

RNZNZ HeraldWednesday 19 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Wellington residents have begun receiving new rating valuations showing an average decrease of 24 per cent. While property values have fallen, economists say this does not necessarily mean council rates will decrease, as valuations are used to allocate rates across the region.

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First reported by RNZ, Wed 19 Feb 2025, 5:16am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 7 hours
  1. RNZRNZ

    Rating revaluation: What it all means for homeowners (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Economists explain Wellington’s 24% drop in home valuations (opens in new tab)