




701 Highgate, Maori Hill, Dunedin City, Otago
Key Facts
Maori Hill 3 Bedroom Character & charm & convenience
Positioned in sought-after Maori Hill and surrounded by some of Dunedin's most admired real estate, this character residence presents an exceptional opportunity for professionals or families seeking location, quality and enduring appeal. Now is the chance to secure a home with distinctive period detail and practical modern comfort. Inside, decorative plaster ceilings, ornate fireplaces and beautiful leadlight windows provide an authentic sense of heritage, while the layout is well suited to professional couples, young families or those wanting work-from-home flexibility. Accommodation comprises three bedrooms, including two doubles and one single, supported by a bathroom with shower and bath. The living room connects through French doors to the dining and kitchen, offering refined spaces for both daily living and entertaining. The modern, functional kitchen opens directly to a sunny and private deck, extending to the lawn section for relaxed outdoor living. Comfort is supported by 4 heatpumps, DVS system and a logburner on wetback. Off-street parking is well catered for with a carport accessed from Spylaw St. With top schools and cafes within easy walking distance, and the hospital, university and CBD just a five-minute drive away, this is a great Maori Hill offering. Enquire today for further information.
Deadline Sale closing midday Wednesday, 2nd December 2026 (prior offers considered).
Property highlights
- 1910 Character Villa
Decorative plaster ceilings, ornate fireplaces, leadlight windows, modern kitchen opening to deck.
- Comprehensive Heating Solutions
Equipped with 4 heat pumps, DVS ventilation system, and logburner on wetback.
- Level Freehold Section
468sqm level freehold site, fully fenced yard with sunny outdoor deck and lawn.
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Roof: Good
Roof: Iron
?Questions about this home
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What school zones is this property in?
State school zone coverage extends from primary through secondary, including Maori Hill School, Balmacewen Intermediate, and high schools such as Logan Park High School and Otago Girls' High School. The property also falls within the enrolment schemes of state-integrated schools such as Columba College and John McGlashan College, which offers the IB Diploma, with enrolment subject to preference criteria.
What have nearby properties sold for recently?
In the past 6 months, 6 comparable properties were sold nearby, with a median sale price of $889,000 across a range of $687,000 to $2,225,000. All recorded sales were freehold homes, ranging from two to four bedrooms.
What is the sales history of this property?
The property has no recorded prior sales and was brought back to the market in November 2026. The only earlier campaign on record dates back to a listing in June 2013.
What are the CV and land details?
The property has a 2025 rateable value of $930,000, reflecting a 12% increase over 2022, with the land valued at $500,000. It is a freehold residential dwelling situated on a level 468m² site, featuring a 1910s timber home with an iron roof, both noted in good condition.
What transport and amenities are nearby?
Green spaces are easily accessible, with Prospect Park a roughly 5-minute walk away, while McMillan Park and Woodhaugh Gardens are both within an 8-minute walk. Regional transit connections, including Ritchies/InterCity Travel Terminal and Dunedin Train Station, are located about 2 kilometres away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Highgate street area features a median CV of $860,000, with most properties valued between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The pocket consists entirely of freehold properties, dominated primarily by 2- and 3-bedroom homes alongside several larger family layouts.
