Taranaki Property Market Update
December 2025 vs January 2026
What's happening in the Taranaki property market?
Nationwide Snapshot: Summer Slowdown Evident
Median Price (NZ)
$753,106
Dec: $786,977, Jan: $753,106
Sales Count (NZ)
3,387
Dec: 6,644, Jan: 3,387
Days to Sell (NZ)
54 days
Dec: 39, Jan: 54
January reflected the traditional post-holiday reset. Median prices eased month-on-month but remain slightly ahead of January last year. Sales volumes fell sharply—a common January pattern—and properties took longer to sell nationally.
Taranaki in Focus: Seasonal Adjustment, Solid Comparisons
Median Price
$602,500
Dec: $620K, Jan: $602,500
Sales Count
127
Dec: 150, Jan: 127
Days to Sell
45 days
Dec: 28, Jan: 45
Taranaki mirrored the national trend with a softer January. The median price eased modestly after December’s lift, and homes took longer to sell as buyers returned gradually from summer holidays.
Taranaki Market Highlights
Sales volumes up annually
13.4% higher than January last year, showing strong underlying demand despite the seasonal dip.
Faster selling times YoY
At 45 days, properties are selling 2 days quicker than January last year, remaining competitive.
Balanced Conditions
Increased stock levels continue to give buyers negotiating room as the market recalibrates.
Market Sentiment: REINZ Local Agent Feedback
- The 2026 property market opened the year at a steady pace, shaped by the usual January slowdown, seasonal holiday patterns, and unsettled weather across parts of the country.
- Median prices holding firm, with national prices rising slightly above January 2025, even as sales counts softened.
What to Watch in February
Lifting Activity:
Buyer activity traditionally lifts through late summer as the "holiday haze" clears.
Rate Stability:
Interest rate stability may support renewed confidence and decision-making.
Presentation Matters:
Well-presented homes are still attracting significant attention in a crowded market.
Tips for Locals
Selling?
- Accurate pricing is key in a market where buyers are deliberate.
- Strong presentation helps your property stand out among increased stock.
Buying?
- Extended selling timeframes offer opportunities to negotiate thoughtfully.
- Act before autumn momentum builds and competition potentially increases.
Final Word
January signals a seasonal pause, not a downturn. While activity softened nationally and locally, Taranaki’s sales volumes remain strong year-on-year and days to sell remain competitive compared to last year. As the holiday haze clears and buyer engagement returns, the region enters 2026 with steady foundations, realistic vendors, and cautiously optimistic momentum.
