What school zones is this property in?

In-zone schooling spans primary through secondary stages, with Lyall Bay School for primary and Evans Bay Intermediate alongside Wellington East Girls' College and Wellington High School and Com Ed Centre for intermediate and secondary education. Local out-of-zone options include St Patrick's School, St Catherines College, and Rongotai College, while private choices such as Scots College are also nearby.

What have nearby properties sold for recently?

Across the wider Melrose suburb, 3 four-bedroom freehold properties were sold over the 12 months from September 2025 to August 2026. The median sale price across these suburb-wide transactions was $763,000, with sales ranging from $400,000 to $975,000.

What is the sales history of this property?

The property last sold in May 2001 for $340,000 and has been held for around 25 years. Following listings in October 2025 and May 2026, it has been on the market for 129 days.

What are the CV and land details?

The property has a 2024 government CV of $1.19 million, with land value contributing $620,000. It sits on a 614m² freehold site with an easy to moderate slope, featuring a 195m² floor area constructed around 1900 with timber walls and an iron roof.

What transport and amenities are nearby?

Everyday recreation and groceries are close at hand, with Melrose Park Kids Play Area only 100 metres away and both Woolworths and PAK'nSAVE in Kilbirnie within a 10- to 12-minute walk. Further transit connections are available at the Wellington Airport Bus Station, located 2.20km away.

What is the neighbourhood like?

The Sutherland Crescent street block has a median government CV of $920,000, with most property valuations falling between $1 million and $1.5 million. The neighborhood is dominated by 3- and 4-bedroom layouts, with Freehold making up around 90% of local titles.

Iba Pa - 36 Sutherland Crescent, Melrose, Wellington City, Wellington

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36 Sutherland Crescent, Melrose, Wellington City, Wellington

4kwarto

2banyo

195m²Sukat ng Gusali

Mga Pangunahing Impormasyon

Uri ng TituloFreehold

Property TypeResidential - Home & income

Laki ng Lupa614m²

Laki ng Bahay195m²

Taon ng Pagkakagawa1900

Bilang ng mga Paradahan1

Mga Detalye ng KonstruksyonExternal Walls: Wood Roof: Iron

Kondisyon ng GusaliExternal Walls: Average Roof: Good

Time on the market167 days

Melrose 4Kwarto ELEVATED CHARACTER & LIFESTYLE!

HousePetsa ng Pagkakalista 05-26 00:00Zone ng paaralan

**VIEWINGS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY**

Privately nestled amongst lush greenery and birdsong, this character villa captures sweeping views and exceptional versatility on the edge of vibrant Newtown. Elevated above Wellington Zoo and just moments from the Southern Walkway, it's a warm, welcoming home that effortlessly combines timeless charm with flexible living options for families, extended family, home-and-income buyers, or those seeking the perfect work-from-home setup.

Spread across two levels, the home features three spacious double bedrooms upstairs, including a master with adjoining sunroom, a perfect place to relax amongst the treetops while enjoying the warmth of the sun, Florentine glass, and vintage sliding windows. Throughout the villa you'll find beautiful Edwardian character, from high ceilings, sash windows, bay windows, native timber flooring, cottage doors, and a clawfoot bath. Enjoy it comfortably as is, or explore the opportunity to further enhance and add value over time.

Adding to the home's versatility is a spacious, modernised self-contained one-bedroom flat below, ideal for guests, teenagers, Airbnb potential, or independent living.

Elevated for exceptional sun and lovely outlooks, the property enjoys a truly unique backdrop, with the distant sound of the zoo's animals adding to the atmosphere morning and night. Indoor-outdoor living is well catered for with both a deck and courtyard off the main home, wraparound decking for the flat, and beautifully established terraced gardens featuring oak, walnut, pōhutukawa, and kōwhai trees.

Underneath the home is a generous workshop space, perfect for extra storage, hobbies, or a DIY retreat. Positioned at the end of a peaceful city-fringe cul-de-sac near Melrose Park and the Southern Walkway.

Adding further peace of mind, the property's consents are now all up to date.

Held and cherished for the past 24 years, this is a rare opportunity to secure a truly special property filled with warmth, character, flexibility, and potential. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this unique home for yourself at the open homes.

Property Facts:

- Title: Freehold^

- Year: 1900s^

- Land area: 614 m2^

- Floor area: 195 m2^

- RV: $1,190,000^

- Rates: $6,011.00 pa^

For more information or to arrange a viewing, get in touch with Team Culy

Tom Culy 021 273 2357

Harriet Culy 027 752 4915

Kylie Lyne 021 0227 9143

Wondering what your property is worth? Find out with a free market appraisal at www.culy.co.nz

Information displayed under Trade Me's property details section may be sourced from third-party records and council data. Lowe & Co Realty and its agents do not guarantee or warrant its accuracy. Purchasers should verify all details independently and are advised to seek independent advice.

Source of information: Property Guru, Nexus, Wellington City Council (non-verified).

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1900s Edwardian Character Villa
High ceilings, native timber flooring, sash windows, clawfoot bath, sunroom with Florentine glass.
Self-Contained Flat & Dual Living
3-bedroom character villa upstairs, modernised self-contained 1-bedroom flat below with wraparound decking.
614sqm Freehold Terraced Gardens
614sqm freehold parcel, terraced gardens with mature oak, walnut, pōhutukawa and kōwhai trees.
Quiet Cul-de-Sac by Southern Walkway
End-of-cul-de-sac location, elevated above Wellington Zoo, direct access to Melrose Park and Southern Walkway.