2936 Methven Highway, Methven, Ashburton

Located at 2936 Methven Highway, Methven, Ashburton, this charming lifestyle property is a perfect blend of rural tranquility and modern comfort. Built in 1920, the home features three bedrooms, a family bathroom, an ensuite, and a separate toilet, ensuring convenience for busy households. The property is freehold, with a floor area of 178 square meters and a vast land area of 40,469 square meters. The exterior is constructed with wood walls and an iron roof, both in average condition. The property is level, offering easy access and usability. Additional features include double glazing, ceiling insulation, a log burner, and four heat pumps for year-round comfort. The property also boasts a two-bay hay barn, a spacious triple-car garage, and well-established gardens with mature trees and fruit trees.

The capital value of this property has shown significant growth, increasing from $960,000 on July 1, 2021, to $1,080,000 on July 1, 2024, reflecting a 12.5% increase. The HouGarden AVM estimates the property's value at $1,032,500. Recent sales include a transaction on June 28, 2025, for $1,150,000, and another on January 9, 2023, for $1,100,000. This property is to be sold "Plus GST (if any)."

Families will appreciate the property's location within the school zones of several high-decile institutions. Mount Hutt College, a secondary school for Years 7-15, boasts a decile rating of 9. Other nearby schools include Villa Maria College and Craighead Diocesan School, both with a decile of 9, St Thomas of Canterbury College with a decile of 8, and Methven School, a contributing school with a decile of 9. Ashburton Christian School, a composite school for Years 1-10, has a decile rating of 6. This property offers a unique opportunity to live, work, and play in one of Canterbury's most exciting regions.

Updated on September 25, 2025