Herne Bay

Auckland’s most expensive suburb, a coastal enclave of restored villas and harbour views beside Ponsonby, about three kilometres west of the CBD.

Updated May 22, 20265 min read

About Herne Bay

Herne Bay is the most expensive suburb in Auckland, a small, exclusive coastal pocket of beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian villas perched above the Waitematā Harbour. Its leafy streets descend to sheltered beaches and reserves, and median house prices sit at roughly three times the Auckland median, reflecting an intensely sought-after, supply-starved market. Life revolves around the Jervois Road strip of cafes, delis and quality restaurants, with neighbouring Ponsonby Road moments away for fashion and nightlife. The community is established and affluent, dominated by professional families and high-net-worth owner-occupiers. Yields are among the lowest in the city, but scarcity, character housing and harbour proximity drive enduring prestige and value.

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Herne Bay in Auckland, Auckland Region, New Zealand

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