A run-down villa on the closest residential street to the city is on the market.

When Anne Wilson first glimpsed the house in Waitākere, it took her breath away.

Couple made the move to the country lifestyle — and they've never looked back.

Spacious apartment has benefit of on-site gym, writes Donna McIntyre.

Owned by a town planner who constantly found something to do with the house.

Original features have been integrated seamlessly with a bright, contemporary vibe.

Overhauling one renovation for another created a dream retreat in the city.

Home delivered on family's 'must haves', writes Sandra Goodwin.

Developer, architect, engineer among those being sued over defects in apartment building.

Landlords fined for failing to get council consent to rent out room and fit smoke alarms.

Kiwibank's two-year 3.99 per cent rate the latest ultra-low deal to hit the market.

Enjoy a great lifestyle, low property prices and a friendly community on the coast.

This home in a second-choice location became a keeper.

The shift towards developers comes as the wait list for social housing nears 12,000.

Body corporate fails to overturn decisions in the High Court cases.

A lucky find led to a lifetime of fun, discovers Vicki Holder.

Foreign-owned house builders apply to opt out of law change.

Landlords have been paying for needless meth clean-ups - on the advice of officials.

"The perfect forever family bach."

After a nearly four-month search, they secured their perfect home.

Lead lights and ornate plaster ceilings provide character and personality.

Parents with country upbringings wanted to give their children a similar rural experience.

Tenants angry after being given 7 days' notice to vacate leaky Auckland apartment complex.

Glowing reviews from landlords and renters on Facebook resulted in five-star rating.

Jonathan Ford studied fulltime while living in van and it was "the best year of my life".

Even a ski chairlift has been suggested for the Hauraki Gulf island.

Can KiwiBuild finish 1000 homes by July?

Life has changed markedly for these Takapuna residents.

Reasons for buying were entirely practical, but there are now sentimental ties.

The sea and farm views are outstanding and the living is sweet.