Flood Risk Doesn’t Matter as Bargain Houses Tempt NZ Buyers
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Flood Risk Doesn’t Matter as Bargain Houses Tempt NZ Buyers

Jul 7th, 2026 • 5 minView Source

New Zealand’s flood-prone homes are outperforming the rest of the country’s moribund housing market, as buyers chase lower prices and shrug off climate risks. Properties facing the highest flood risk have gained 26.1% in value since January 2020, compared with …

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