Sven Higham

Auction: 34 Shortland Street, City on Wednesday 16 April 2025 at 1:30PM (unless sold prior) Positioned at the end of the cul de sac, this home is not only peaceful and private, but it is also blessed with sun… and lots of it. Unencumbered by trees and facing almost north, light pours in, making it warm, light, and bright. Entering the home, you cannot help but feel instantly excited as the home’s delightful and fun personality bursts into life. The gorgeous polished floors are complemented by tasteful pops of colour and bespoke touches throughout. The home's charisma and charm will leave you instantly feeling that you’ve just found the one. Open plan living spaces are beautifully appointed and socially engaging, yet will cater well to daily family living. Dual living areas will be welcomed by those with young ones, and the designer kitchen is superbly finished timelessly in white with bespoke oak handles and Corian work surfaces. Heading down the hallway, excitement continues as you discover three bedrooms, and the large bathroom which has been refurbished tastefully and right on trend. Outdoor entertaining is implemented perfectly for those who love to host, with plenty of options. The covered upper deck will be the perfect place to enjoy a quiet get together with a few friends or family BBQs, with its seamless connection back to the kitchen. The lower decked area with built-in seating will come into its own for larger family gatherings, celebrations, Xmas and/or any occasion that involves a good time. You will find a plethora of established fruit trees in the front garden including; citrus, peach, plum and feijoa. Positioned to the rear, the separate free-standing studio is ideal for a home office, guest accommodation or a teenage escape. Keeping the vehicles out of the elements, a double carport will serve your vehicles well with an additional off-street park for a third vehicle. This location is one which is always highly sought, just a short walk to Woodlands Park Primary, the local dairy for your convenience and the plethora of hot spots in Titirangi Village are a short drive away. This home promotes happiness, well-being and location. Make it YOURS!

Auction: 34 Shortland Street, City on Thursday 10 April 2025 at 10:00AM (unless sold prior) Positioned just a short stroll away from vibrant Titirangi Village, this position is one which many dream and aspire to attain. A lifestyle where you can leisurely walk to and from the numerous cafes, eateries, bars and of course Titirangi Primary which you are in zone for. Meticulously built in the 1950s, this home will ignite your emotions the moment you lay eyes on it. Retaining all of its abundant character and period features, original retro highlights will catch your eye room to room as you explore its flexible and spacious floor plan. Split across three levels, there’s no shortage of space and it’s a home which you can configure to suit your needs or family dynamics.Entering at ground level, the home offers incredible connection to the stunning land it's positioned on, making it perfect for entertaining, and for families with kids. Living spaces are well proportioned with effortless indoor/outdoor flow to large decks. Here you can enjoy all day sun, and plentiful late sun with its incredibly positioned aspect, all of which offer the utmost of privacy. Flat lawns are the showpiece of the grounds, kids and pets will thrive, with the perfect blend of purposeful landscaping and natives to add to the ambience.Additionally there is a large, detached two story garage which yields many exciting secrets behind its doors. The ‘garage’ now serves as an incredible studio/home office space, featuring beautifully polished timber floors. The lower level offers a completely self-contained studio with its large bedroom/studio and beautifully refurbished bathroom. For those in need of extra accommodation for extended family, visitors, or an Airbnb, this is assured to promote much excitement and tick many boxes. Limited real estate enjoys this highly sought locale, this is a must see for lovers of character and those who appreciate the importance of a premium location.

Classic, dependable and kiwi constructed, this trusted vintage of bungalow offers character in all the right places and dependability where it counts. Ready to move in and enjoy from the moment you turn the key and open the front door, all of the hard work has been done so you can enjoy more time doing the things you love. Tastefully refurbished throughout the home embraces the very best of old and new combining character, complemented tastefully with modern conveniences, comfort and functionality. The flexible floor plan offers diversity to suit your living arrangements with options galore and will lend itself well to first home buyers and young families. Bedrooms are found at varying ends and levels of the home, providing privacy for the growing family and versatility for those in need. Centrally positioned open plan living spaces are light filled and are perfectly appointed for coming together with the family, and or socialising. Large decks provide amazing outdoor entertaining spaces and are positioned thoughtfully to overlook the amazing back yard, a place where kids and pets will thrive. A rare find for the area, the property has easy, near flat access from the roadside with plenty of off-street parking. This ever-popular location offers homeowners the very best of the highly sought after Titirangi lifestyle. It’s positioned centrally in Woodlands Park, a suburb where families thrive, the schooling is epic, community spirit is alive and well and best of all, the Village is just a few moments’ drive away or a gentle stroll for the fitness enthusiast.

Lovingly cherished for nearly two decades, the longevity of tenure here is absolute testament to this family home and all that it offers. Spaciously appointed across two levels, the 262m2 floor plan is flexible, versatile and will cater to the needs of any growing, extended or blended families needs. The ground floor boasts open plan spaces for families to enjoy time together creating comfortable and interactive living spaces. The modern kitchen is spacious with an abundant bench and storage, whilst linking to the formal dining, most importantly though it’s positioned to enjoy seamless connection to the outdoors. With two lounges to choose from, one is positioned on each level which will be a welcomed scenario for those with kids and teenagers. Five bedrooms are found throughout the home with some surprises along the journey. Four bedrooms await upstairs, all of which are light filled and the master suite features a walk in robe plus an ensuite. The fifth bedroom is cleverly positioned and hidden away in privacy on the lower level. A great option here for those looking to accommodate extended family, visitors, or a live in au pair. With three bathrooms to choose from, you are assured of everyone’s comfort and convenience. Sub-divided in an era where land parcels were generous and family friendly, the property enjoys a spacious 503 m2 of perfectly flat grounds. Excellent for those with active kids or pets. There’s ample lawns, established landscaped gardens and multiple outdoor living spaces to be enjoyed. Benefiting from its land size, this property has enough off street parking for up to four vehicles OR additional space for anyone with a boat, caravan or trailer. The home also benefits from a large double garage with internal access.With CCC issued in 2006, easy care construction comes via extensive brick with the upper level containing a full cavity system for additional peace of mind. This highly sought after location is only moments away from Kensington Park and the Opanuku Stream and Cycle Way. Quality homes in the area don’t last long and this one isn’t about to break the trend!

A street renowned for offering some of the best views that Auckland has to offer, this exclusive position provides truly emotional and breathtaking views. The Waitemata, Manukau Harbour, Auckland’s CBD, Hauraki Gulf and its surrounding islands are all framed for your enjoyment, both day and night, season to season. The only thing you can’t see is neighbours, making it a truly remarkable position. Inspired by mid century architecture the home is as impressive as the position. A credit to the current owners, it is meticulously and methodically maintained, with thoughtful renovations completed to create a home which enjoys the very best of old and new. Period features are highlighted throughout the home, paying homage to this beautiful era of architecture. Entering at ground level you are greeted by open plan living spaces, with extensive use of glass, exploiting its position but also allowing light to pour in from every direction. Day to day living, socialising, and entertaining will be seamless with multiple access points to the large deck, an incredible space to host small or large gatherings. The stunning kitchen is incredibly spacious and centrally appointed, so that no one is left out and creates a fun and interactive entertaining dynamic. Three bedrooms are cleverly positioned with two enjoying the upper level, and the third on the lower level. The master is positioned in a true eagle’s nest position taking the view to a whole new level of wow factor and has its own walk-in robe. The home offers superior comfort throughout the year with double glazed windows, insulation, a heat pump and a wood burner for those cosy winter nights. A large bathroom has been beautifully renovated featuring floor to ceiling tiles, gorgeous tap ware and is a truly luxurious space. An easy approach from the road via the driveway leads to abundant off-street parking, with a carport. A separate utility shed will be welcomed by those in need of storage, a hobby room, or a space for artists to be inspired. Quinns Road, is a tightly held location with opportunity to secure real estate here being rare, make this chance yours.

An exciting opportunity here for first home buyers and/or those looking to get on the property ladder without breaking the bank. Hidden away from the road, this property enjoys a private and sunny aspect, with epic views across to the Waitakere Ranges. Comfortably appointed inside, the home is ready to move in and enjoy from day one. The layout is perfect with open plan living spilling out to opposing sides of the lounge/dining to covered and uncovered deck spaces. Options here to enjoy the morning or afternoon sun, with the favourable western aspect hosting a paved courtyard creating the perfect space to unwind after work or the weekends, enjoying a beautiful sunset. Three bedrooms are located down the central hallway, all of which are light, bright and with wardrobes. You will discover the refurbished bathroom positioned perfectly for convenience. For those with young families, there’s ample lawned areas to enjoy, with enough room for a trampoline or swing set. The attached single garage will be welcomed by car enthusiasts, and there is hard stand parking for two additional vehicles. This is the one you’ve been waiting for, so book the moving truck, send out the housewarming invites, you’ve just found home!

Positioned in the highly coveted Daffodil Street, this desirable home is positioned on the highly sought northern ridge, assuring abundant sun and a location supreme and convenient to everything. Endearing roof lines create a timelessly designed home, paying homage to Titirangi’s famous mid-century architecture. Unassuming in size from the roadside, it is not until you step inside that this home bursts into life with space that unfolds in every direction. Its split-level floor plan makes the home fun and engaging whilst creating much needed privacy and areas of separation for the growing family. As you explore the home, excitement will be plentiful as you discover its multiple living areas, multiple offices and a layout which is going to be the answer to your needs. With a total of 4 bedrooms there is easy scope to tweak the floor plan to make it 5, should you need additional accommodation. The master bedroom is enormous and even features a walk-in wardrobe. The two bathrooms are cleverly positioned within the home with one on each bedroom wing. Completing the floor plan, there is a large garage with internal access.This home offers entertaining on a whole new level with its resort style pool area. Large decks wrap the rear of the home, with enough space for pool parties, BBQs or any social occasion, plus the flat lawn for a game of backyard sport. Established landscaping surrounds to create privacy and a beautiful sub-tropical backdrop. Bathed in all day sun, this truly is an incredible space, but it doesn’t stop there, decked areas are also located off the kitchen and front lounge. Hide or chase the sun, there are endless options for entertaining. Only 5 minutes drive back to Titirangi Village or for the active, a leisurely 20-minute walk sees you at your favourite coffee shop or eatery. A plethora of sought after local schooling awaits again within walking distance, and you are in zone for Kaurilands Primary, Glen Eden Intermediate and Green Bay High. For the family seeking that ultimate family home which ticks every box, you’ve just found forever!