The Bay of Plenty property market continued to favour buyers throughout April, with steady levels of activity seen across the region. The median sale price reached $820,000, representing a slight 0.1% increase compared to April 2025 and sitting above the $810,000 median recorded in March.

A total of 400 properties sold across the region during the month, down 5.7% compared to April 2025. The median days to sell improved slightly to 41 days, down from 44 days this time last year.

First home buyers and owner-occupiers remained the most active buyer groups throughout April, while investor activity was less prevalent in Tauranga. Local salespeople noted that while listing numbers have remained steady so far, available stock may begin to tighten in the coming weeks, potentially reducing buyer choice heading into winter.

Auction activity varied depending on the mix of properties brought to market, with agents reporting a decline in the number of active bidders overall. Despite this, demand for living in the Bay of Plenty remains strong, and local salespeople are not anticipating any major changes in the months ahead.

 

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