NBR TOP PROPERTIES: What $1 million will get you, from north to south

No less than 13 Auckland suburbs now have an average selling price of $1 million, according to a PropertyIQ survey.

Here's what that budget buys you in the centre of the City of Sales Sails, plus selected locations around the country.

Auckland
Bed: 3 Bath: 2
134sqm 12-th floor apartment in Hobson St (CBD near Sky Tower)

Those wanting to live in the heart of New Zealand’s biggest city can nab this three-bedroom penthouse on Auckland’s Hobson Street. The property has a massive balcony and its northwest facing outlook means it captures great sun. View full listing here.

Bay of Plenty
Bed: 4 Bath: 2 Car: 1
221sqm home on 1,567sqm section at Waihi Beach

If the hustle and bustle of the city is not for you, a million can also get you this resort style haven. The property won a silver award for renovation at the 2012 Master Builders’ awards. Perfectly positioned at the water’s edge, this is a home designed to embrace the outdoors with extensive use of glass. The master suite has a massive walk through wardrobe and the fully tiled bathroom flows through to a sauna that leads out to the spa. View full listing here.

Wellington
Bed: 4 Bath: 3
241sqm property on 298sqm site in Seatoun

Those keen on the windy city will love this four bedroom townhouse right on Seatoun’s beachfront. The main living area leads out to large sunny deck which overlooks the beach. It is a high quality build with top quality materials such as Tasmainani oak floors and granite kitchen benches. Handy features include a grocery lift, automatic window washing system and underfloor heating. View full listing here. 

Christchurch
Bed: 5 Bath: 2 Car: 3
275sqm home on 5077sqm section in Prebbleton on the city's western fringe.

This is a six year old home in Canterbury’s prestigious Aberdeen development. The modern home has plenty of light and space due to the high stud and abundance of natural light. Key features include outdoor living and entertaining options as well as a designer kitchen. The home also boasts future proof wiring, solar water heating and gas appliances. View full listing here. 

Dunedin
Bed: 12 Bath: 2
510sqm residence on 1700sqm section in Roslyn

Further south, a million can buy a massive home with ten bedrooms, with an adjoining two-bedroom cottage. The restored homestead has an elegant entrance way, delightful woodwork and lead light windows. View full listing here.