Is the grass really greener (and cheaper) in the countryside?
Today we're exploring the financial reality of city versus country living in New Zealand. With Auckland's median house price at $970,000, we'll investigate whether moving to regions like Gore, where houses trade around $400,000, could be your ticket to mortgage-free living.
Key Questions Discussed:
- What are the current house prices across NZ's main centres?
- Which NZ towns offer homes under $500,000?
- How do job opportunities compare between city and country?
- What are the hidden costs of regional living?
- How do income levels vary between urban and rural areas?
- What lifestyle factors should you consider before moving?
- Is mortgage-free living worth the lifestyle change?
- How accessible are essential services in regional areas?
Key References:
- OneRoof Property Data 2024
- Stats NZ Census 2018
- Regional Council District Reports
- Couple use their Auckland deposit to buy house in Gore mortgage-free
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