HouseNZ$765,000
West Coast
4 bd 3 ba 255 m²
West Coast Real Estate: Houses in New Zealand's South Island
119 homes and apartments for sale in West Coast, New Zealand.
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Properties for sale in West Coast
24 properties shown
House
HouseNZ$1,345,000
West Coast
5 bd 4 ba 340 m²
HouseNZ$749,000
West Coast
2 bd 1 ba 85 m²
HouseNZ$875,000
West Coast
3 bd 2 ba 170 m²
HouseNZ$739,000
West Coast
4 bd 2 ba 220 m²
HouseNZ$848,000
West Coast
3 bd 2 ba 160 m²
HouseNZ$729,000
West Coast
3 bd 2 ba 150 m²
HouseNZ$1,450,000
West Coast
2 bd 2 ba 214 m²
HouseNZ$850,000
West Coast
3 bd 2 ba 162 m²
HouseNZ$795,000
West Coast
2 bd 1 ba 90 m²
HouseNZ$789,000
West Coast
4 bd 2 ba 191 m²
HouseNZ$735,000
West Coast
4 bd 2 ba 190 m²
HouseNZ$849,000
West Coast
6 bd 2 ba 213 m²
HouseNZ$729,000
West Coast
6 bd 5 ba 410 m²
HouseNZ$899,000
West Coast
4 bd 2 ba 256 m²
HouseNZ$999,000
West Coast
4 bd 3 ba 174 m²
HouseNZ$885,000
West Coast
4 bd 3 ba 253 m²
HouseNZ$749,000
West Coast
3 bd 2 ba 224 m²
HouseNZ$730,000
West Coast
6 bd 4 ba
HouseNZ$799,000
West Coast
4 bd 1 ba 152 m²
HouseNZ$780,000
West Coast
6 bd 5 ba 230 m²
HouseNZ$739,000
West Coast
4 bd 2 ba
NZ$799,000
West Coast
6 bd 4 ba 260 m²
HouseNZ$939,000
West Coast
4 bd 2 ba 260 m²
Buyer's guide: West Coast
Property for sale on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island is almost entirely houses, with 119 current listings on RealEstateAbroad and a median asking price of €422,204. Overseas buyers face a ban on existing homes, so read the rules before you shop.
West Coast prices
Asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad, shown in euros; not sold prices.
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Listings | 119 |
| Median asking price | €422,204 |
| Middle half of listings (p25 to p75) | €383,731 to €471,920 |
| Median price per m² | €2,111 |
| Median size | 208 m² |
Large family houses
There are 108 houses and 11 plots of land. Bedrooms are generous: 51 listings have four, 31 have three, 18 have five or more and 8 have two. The median size of 208 m² is high for a median house elsewhere. See houses in New Zealand for national comparisons.
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The region
The West Coast is the long, thin strip between the Southern Alps and the Tasman Sea, with towns such as Hokitika, Greymouth and Westport. It is wet, scenic and sparsely populated, with a local economy built on tourism, farming, mining and forestry. Our listing data gives no coordinates for the region, so the suggested links are other New Zealand markets and not neighbours: Auckland is the largest city, Waikato is in the North Island, and Canterbury is the nearest South Island market on our list.
Town services thin out quickly, so check distances to hospitals and supermarkets.
What overseas buyers need to know
- Overseas persons are banned from buying existing homes in New Zealand, with exemptions such as residents, and Australian and Singaporean citizens.
- Since 6 March 2026 Active Investor Plus holders may buy one home above NZ$5m with consent, which will not apply at these prices.
- Land purchases may still need Overseas Investment Office consent.
- Check insurance and natural-hazard cover; West Coast flooding and earthquake risk affect premiums.
Read the New Zealand buying guide and the New Zealand country page.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in West Coast: FAQ
Can foreigners buy a house on the West Coast?
Generally not if they are overseas persons buying an existing home. Residents and some citizens are exempt, so check your status with a New Zealand lawyer.
How much is a house on the West Coast?
Median asking price is €422,204 and the middle half of listings falls between €383,731 and €471,920.
Is the West Coast cheaper than Auckland?
Our listings suggest lower prices per m² than major cities, but compare with the Auckland page.
What should I check on insurance?
Flood and earthquake exposure, and whether insurers will cover the specific address.
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