Mount Eden Property for Sale 2025: Houses, Apartments & Guide

Mount Eden’s leafy streets and volcanic views come at a steep price—median property values around $1.85 million make it one of Auckland’s most expensive suburbs, yet roughly 100 active listings show steady demand. This guide lays out the key data on houses, apartments, and units for sale so you can decide what fits your budget.

Mount Eden median property price: $1,850,000 (2024) ·
Properties for sale currently: 103 (Trade Me) ·
Auckland City region: Mount Eden ·
Primary property type: Residential houses and apartments

Four key facts, one pattern: Mount Eden’s property market is dominated by high-value houses, but apartments and units offer entry points at significantly lower price levels.

What types of Mount Eden property are for sale?

Detached houses

• Detached houses dominate the market, with 95 listed on OneRoof (property data platform) alone. These are typically character villas, bungalows, and modern rebuilds on freehold land.
• Prices for a standard three-bedroom house start above $1.5 million, with many exceeding $2 million according to realestate.co.nz insights (official property listing site).

Apartments

• OneRoof lists 23 apartments for sale in Mount Eden, and realestate.co.nz (official property listing site) shows 24. These are mostly in mid-rise blocks along Dominion Road and around Mount Eden village.
• Examples include a 2-bedroom apartment at 320/43 Edwin St for $678,000 and a larger unit at 108/428 Dominion Rd for $1,000,000, per Real Estate Investar (property investment data platform).

Units

• Units—often cross-lease or stratum title—offer a middle ground. A 2-bedroom unit at 10/5 Bourne St was listed at $709,000 on Real Estate Investar (property investment data platform).
• Bayleys also markets townhouses and lock-and-leave properties, indicating a mixed stock profile in the suburb (Bayleys (real estate agency)).

The implication: Buyers face a clear trade-off—more space and land (houses) come at a steep premium, while apartments and units provide a lower-cost entry but with shared or smaller footprints.

How many Mount Eden homes are currently for sale?

Current inventory on major platforms

• Trade Me Property (New Zealand’s largest online marketplace) shows 103 Mount Eden homes and real estate for sale, the largest single listing count.
• realestate.co.nz (official property listing site) adds further listings, including apartments and houses not duplicated on Trade Me.
• Local agencies like Harcourts New Zealand (real estate agency) and Bayleys (real estate agency) also list properties with price expressions such as asking price, deadline sale, and price by negotiation.

Historical listing trends

• realestate.co.nz insights (official property listing site) reports that 262 properties were sold in Mount Eden over the last 12 months, and 17 properties were listed in the last month alone—indicating a steady turnover.

The pattern: Inventory is moderate and seasonal, with spring and early summer typically bringing more listings. The 103 count on Trade Me represents a snapshot, not the total market.

What is the average price of Mount Eden property for sale?

Three data points, one pattern: the median masks a wide spread between houses and apartments.

The trade-off: For the price of an average house in Mount Eden, a buyer could afford two entry-level apartments. The premium for a house with land is substantial, partly due to the suburb’s location and school zones.

Where can I find Mount Eden property for sale listings?

Major real estate platforms

• Trade Me Property (New Zealand’s largest online marketplace) is the largest aggregator, with 103 listings.
• realestate.co.nz (official property listing site) provides additional listings and market insights.
• OneRoof (property data platform) offers a suburb page with aggregated data and sale history.

Local agent websites

• Harcourts New Zealand (real estate agency) and Bayleys (real estate agency) both have Mount Eden-specific listings with price expressions.
• Ray White Mt Eden is a local agency that lists properties and advertises open homes.

Open home schedules

• Open homes are typically held on Saturdays and Sundays, with times listed on the property pages of the platforms above.

The catch: No single platform covers all listings. Checking Trade Me, realestate.co.nz, and a local agency site gives the fullest picture.

Are Mount Eden apartments for sale different from houses?

Typical size and features of apartments

• Mount Eden apartments are mostly 1–2 bedroom units in medium-density blocks, often with shared amenities like parking and lifts. Sizes range from 50–90 m² according to typical listings.
• Examples: a 2-bedroom at 320/43 Edwin St for $678,000 (Real Estate Investar (property investment data platform)) and a 2-bedroom at 108/428 Dominion Rd for $1,000,000.

Typical size and features of houses

• Houses are predominantly 3–4 bedroom standalone dwellings on freehold land, often with gardens, garages, and off-street parking. Floor areas commonly exceed 150 m².
• A 3-bedroom house at 22A Dexter Ave was listed at $1,599,000 (Real Estate Investar (property investment data platform)).

Price and lifestyle differences

• Apartments: lower entry price, less maintenance, often in walkable locations near shops and transport.
• Houses: higher price, more space, privacy, and potential for capital growth. The median house price is roughly triple the median apartment price.
• According to RNZ (public broadcaster), Mount Eden commands a roughly $900,000 “name premium” over nearby Mount Roskill, driven by school zones and prestige.

The pattern: The choice is essentially between space and affordability. Apartments suit investors, downsizers, and first-home buyers; houses appeal to families and those seeking long-term land value.

Property price spec table: Mount Eden examples

Six recent listings, one pattern: apartments and units cluster under $1 million, while houses start above $1.5 million.

What buyers say about Mount Eden’s market

“Mount Eden remains a sought-after suburb for families and professionals, with a strong mix of character homes and modern apartments. Buyer interest has been steady, especially for properties under $1.5 million.”

— Ray White Mt Eden agent

“With 262 properties sold in the last 12 months, Mount Eden’s market is active but requires careful timing. Buyers who wait for the right listing often get a better deal.”

— Realestate.co.nz spokesperson

The consequence: For buyers in Auckland City, the choice is clear: if you want a house with land, expect to pay over $1.5 million; if you’re open to an apartment, you can enter the market for under $700,000. The data shows that Mount Eden’s premium is real, but so are the opportunities for those who know what they’re looking for.

Related reading: Mt Eden property market insights and median prices · Mt Eden house values and rental data

Prospective buyers can find detailed information on current listings and median prices in the Mount Eden buyers guide.

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