September 2025 Market Update: Auckland Rentals, Sales Trends & Spring Optimism

September Market Update: Auckland Rentals, Sales Trends & Spring Optimism

We love September! It’s the start of spring, and Auckland feels like it’s finally waking from its winter slumber. Drive around the city and you’ll already spot streets bursting into bloom (thanks, global warming).

With the change in season comes some long-awaited good news for property owners and tenants alike.

Auckland Letting Market: Signs of Positive Movement

After months of challenges, we’re finally seeing a positive shift in Auckland’s rental market. Over the past few weeks, the number of available listings has eased.

Earlier this year, we averaged 22–25 properties available at any time (around 2.4% of our portfolio). Recently, this figure has dropped to 15–16 on average (just 1.4%) — a clear sign of improving balance between supply and demand.

This improvement reflects a few key changes in how we manage Auckland rentals:

More conversations with existing tenants – the best tenant is often the one who stays put.
Stronger marketing to attract quality tenant interest.
Plenty of access to ensure in-person viewings and faster decision-making.
A full Wendell Property team focus on letting – from hosting extra viewings to faster application processing and ongoing marketing support.

The result? Faster time to rent, happier tenants, and fewer vacant days — all while maintaining our commitment to quality and careful tenant selection.

If you’re an owner looking for expert property management in Auckland, now’s the time to connect. The spring market is active, and presentation, timing, and responsiveness make all the difference.

Sales Market Insight: Opportunities in a Flat Market

The Auckland property market continues to produce lacklustre sales results, and we’re seeing more properties returning from unsuccessful campaigns. While this is never ideal, we’ve been quick to step in — securing great tenants and restoring steady rental income while the sales market finds its footing.

We’re also seeing some of our excellent long-term tenants move on — not to rent elsewhere, but to become homeowners. That’s fantastic news for them, and a reminder of how much the market continues to evolve.

Owners who choose to sell off-market (often with tenants already in place) continue to achieve strong results. If you’re considering selling, talk to us first — we’re working closely with Auckland’s top agents and can help you decide the best path for your property.

Celebrating Te Reo Māori

September also marks the 50th anniversary of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week), running from 15–22 September.

It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate, reflect, and participate in events nationwide that honour Te Reo — a cornerstone of Aotearoa’s identity and history.

👉 Learn more about Te Wiki o te Reo Māori

Nga mihi maioha,

Barnabas & Natalie
Wendell Property – Property Management Auckland