What school zones is this property in?

The property is zoned for Broadgreen Intermediate and Nayland College, covering intermediate and secondary schooling from Year 7 through Year 13. Several primary schools such as Tahunanui School and Enner Glynn School, along with private preparatory options, are situated outside the zone within a few kilometres.

What have nearby properties sold for recently?

In the past 6 months, 4 comparable properties were recorded sold nearby, with a median sale price of $625,000. Sale prices across this sample ranged from $567,000 to $676,000.

What is the sales history of this property?

The property was last recorded sold in July 2022 and was relisted on the market in May 2026. Earlier listing records on file include campaigns in June 2022 at $750,000 and September 2017 at $500,000.

What are the CV and land details?

The property is held under a freehold title with a 759m² site featuring a steep rise contour. The dwelling has a floor area of 170m² built in the 1970s with mixed-material external walls and an iron roof, both noted in good condition.

What transport and amenities are nearby?

Everyday retail and recreation are close at hand, with Nelson Junction Shopping Mall located about 590 metres away and Cawthron Cres Reserve within a 6-minute walk. Supermarkets and community amenities including Woolworths Stoke and Nightingale Library Memorial are located within 2 kilometres.

What is the neighbourhood like?

The Douglas Road neighbourhood in Wakatu has an estimated median CV of $735,000, with most homes falling into the $500,000 to $1,000,000 price band. The area is predominantly comprised of 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom layouts, with over 85% of properties held under freehold title.

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48 Douglas Road, Wakatu, Nelson, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathrooms, House

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48 Douglas Road, Wakatu, Nelson

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1Baths

170m²Floor area

Key Facts

Type of titleFreehold

Property TypeResidential - Dwelling

Land area759m²

Floor area170m²

Decade of construction1973

Parking1

ConstructionExternal Walls: Mixed Materials Roof: Iron

Building ConditionExternal Walls: Good Roof: Good

Time on the market164 days

Wakatu 3 Bedroom Renovated, Sunny & Sea Views - Walk to Everything

HouseListed on Fri May 29

Renovated throughout, elevated for sea views, and positioned for easy everyday living, this Wakatu home offers the combination buyers are looking for - comfort, convenience, and space.

Walk to Woolworths, Little Engine Cafe, Mitre 10 Mega, public transport and Nelson Junction, then come home to a sunny deck with elevated views across the bay. Set in a quiet cul-de-sac, it's a location that makes commuting, shopping and family life that little bit easier.

Upstairs, the home delivers three spacious bedrooms, a stylish renovated bathroom, and light-filled open-plan living. Large windows bring in the views, while the living area opens directly to a generous deck - ideal for morning coffee, entertaining, or enjoying the evening sun.

The renovation means the major work is already done, allowing you to move in and focus on enjoying the home.

Downstairs adds valuable flexibility, with an oversized internal-access single garage, large separate laundry, and a bonus office space.

Outside, the generous 759sqm section provides room for children and pets to play, gardening, or future landscaping. The level backyard is a particularly practical feature for families.

Key features:

• Three spacious bedrooms

• Renovated throughout

• Open-plan living with elevated sea views

• Large sunny entertaining deck

• Two heat pumps and HRV system

• Oversized internal-access single garage

• Separate office or hobby room downstairs

• Large separate laundry

• Additional off-street parking

• Generous 759sqm section with level backyard

• Quiet cul-de-sac location

Location benefits:

• Approximately 12-minute walk to Nelson Junction

• Easy access to Woolworths, Little Engine Cafe and Mitre 10 Mega

• Close to Tahunanui and local schools

• Convenient commute to Nelson or Richmond

• Public transport nearby

Renovated, well positioned, and offering more space than you might expect, this is a home worth viewing. Contact us today to arrange your inspection.

Additional property documents are available for download - simply copy and paste the following link into your browser: https://rwrichmond.co.nz/RCH31280

Property highlights

Full Interior Renovation
Renovated bathroom, modern open-plan living, two heat pumps, HRV system.
Elevated Sea Views & Deck
Open-plan living flows to large sunny entertaining deck overlooking the bay.
Walk to Local Amenities
Quiet cul-de-sac setting, 12-minute walk to Nelson Junction, Woolworths, cafes.
759sqm Freehold Section
Level backyard for families, downstairs office room, separate laundry.