California bungalow once the home of a princess at primary school, writes Robyn Welsh.

Ideal family home with plenty of room for large families and just a short walk to beach.

Historic villa comes with fresh fruit, honey, and eggs at the back door.

Two apartments in a classic building have been restored.

Women in particular were largely locked out of the housing market until the 1990s.

Room for a grand piano and wide open views made this the perfect spot.

Lawrence Hooker had a hankering for this pretty 1905 villa.

You can choose your view in this new high-end apartment complex.

Old rule about two degrees of separation narrows with time.

Owning a lifestyle block means spare time can be a premium.

This Paddington-style home is tucked away from the crowds.

How can buyers identify a "healthy" home?

Auckland's so-called "regeneration" suburbs see a growing number of first-home buyers.

Bring on the colour.

Owner tells Vicki Holder how a fantasy home helped her find focus after a tragic event.

Clever design and waterside location are winners, writes Donna McIntyre.

Family have enjoyed their charming home and its community-oriented locality.

And it's just 72 steps to the water from the leafy living space.

Villa is a 'warm and friendly' refuge when the weather turns bad.

Leafy, quiet street is a place where Kiwi kids can enjoy laid-back childhood.

View of Hauraki Gulf to Great Barrier 'gobsmacking'.

1911 villa helps tell the story of the coming of age of Ponsonby.

Bush section captures the sun and the views, writes Donna McIntyre.

It's not uncommon to completely re-imagine your home in the sky.

Seaside house like second home — but more fun, writes Donna McIntyre.

1910 villa offers brilliant location with city and schools on the doorstep.

Authors let their imaginations play out in this Waiheke wonder home.

It's now easier for readers to find out more about country's best-looking properties.

Selling homes held by trusts comes with a few hoops to jump through.

The wide open spaces of the beach are just out the window and across the path.