Finding accommodation in New Zealand

Finding accommodation when you first arrive can be a job in itself.

Below are tables of the median house prices and weekly rents in New Zealand:

Major city median house prices

Renting a property

A common approach to finding accommodation is purchasing a copy of ‘The Herald’ or via a website, which list available properties to rent and flats to share.

Some useful websites are as follows:

• Trade Me
• Flat Finder

Generally the first payment will include 2-4 weeks rent in advance, as well as a bond equivalent to the same.

The Housing New Zealand website provides some useful information on your rights and obligations as a tenant. Click here to view their website.

Temporary accommodation on arrival

If you have not organised somewhere to stay, you can do so at the airport.  The cost and quality can vary greatly.  Some accommodation places will provide a transfer for you.  Seek help from staff at the arrivals information desk.

To speak with one of our experienced New Zealand consultants, please contact us on nz@globalcareerlink.com.