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Timeless elegance in a coveted Akaroa setting
Tucked privately along sought-after William Street, just moments from the Akaroa waterfront, Mulberry House embodies the essence of refined harbour living. This beautifully restored character residence radiates charm and grace, basking in natural light that spills across generous verandas and through to tranquil garden outlooks. From every vantage point, the home captures a sense of calm - serene, sun-filled, and quietly captivating.
Inside, heritage character meets contemporary comfort. Thoughtfully curated interiors strike a perfect balance between timeless craftsmanship and modern ease, with a flowing, intuitive layout that enhances everyday living. Three well-appointed bedrooms provide comfort and versatility, while a separate summerhouse beside the in-ground pool creates an idyllic retreat for guests or an inspiring space to unwind.
Set across a gently contoured 1,037sqm section, the grounds offer beautiful gardens, generous off-street parking, and garaging - rare assets so close to the village and waterfront.
Mulberry House represents more than a property - it's an enduring lifestyle opportunity. Whether as a permanent residence defined by elegance and ease or a cherished family holiday haven, its timeless appeal will continue to inspire for generations to come.
Adding further allure, the adjoining property at 8 Percy Street is also available to purchase, presenting buyers with the rare chance to secure an enticing combined landholding of 1,694 sqm in one of Akaroa's most coveted locations - a truly exceptional prospect for those seeking scale, privacy, additional income through night-by-night rental or future potential.
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What is rental yield?
Gross rental yield is a year’s rent as a share of what the property is worth: $830 × 52 weeks = $43,160, against the council valuation of $1,190,000. It is before rates, insurance, maintenance, management and vacancies, so what an owner keeps (the net yield) is lower.
How we worked this out
| Evidence | Points to | Counted |
|---|---|---|
| From its value what rentals in the area typically yield | $830 | 100% |
We read this property as a house. Rentals advertised nearby count most when they are close, recent and alike; the more of them there are, the less the area’s bond figures count. Bond figures are rents agreed in new tenancies, from Tenancy Services, placed within the area by how this property’s council valuation compares with similar homes there.
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Home expense estimates
Estimates from the floor area and typical New Zealand prices, not quotes. Power, gas and internet details from the Electricity Authority and Gas Industry Co registries and Chorus.
9 William Street as a rental
| Line | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price Council valuation | ||
| Deposit | ||
| Interest rate | ||
| Rent a week our estimate $830 | ||
| Property manager | ||
| Rent, 52 weeks | $43,160 | |
| Empty between tenants 2 weeks | ||
| Property management 9.2% incl. GST | ||
| Maintenance 5% of rent | ||
| Council rates this year | ||
| Landlord insurance the building | ||
| Net income before interest | $35,524 | |
| Interest $833,000 at 6.00%, interest only | −$49,980 | |
| Cash flow before tax | −$14,456 | |
| Cash flow a week | −$278 | |
| Gross / net yield on the price | 3.6% / 3.0% | |
| Return on equity cash flow on the deposit, before tax | −4.0% | |
| Loses money above this interest rate, before tax | 4.26% | |
The rent covers the interest at rates up to 4.26%. That is -4.0% a year on a $357k deposit. A guide before tax and capital growth, from our estimates; not financial advice.
Property data
- Floor area190 m²
- Land area1,037 m²
- Property categoryRD192A
- Zoning (valuer’s record)9R
- CouncilChristchurch City
- Valuation #23961-50000
- Valuation date1 Aug 2025
From the council’s rating records and the other sources noted on hover. Bedrooms and bathrooms may come from a past listing. Built is the decade the valuer records.
Title and land
Order a title record- Title numberCB404/14
- Title typeFreehold
- Legal descriptionPart Rural Section 216
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Zoning and hazards
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What could you build here?
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About Akaroa
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