
73H Riddell Road, Kerikeri
Far North District
Tender
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- 2.74 ha
- Lifestyle with dwelling
Organic river oasis, Kerikeri
Welcome to Te Kahu.
After a change in circumstances, this remarkable Kerikeri lifestyle property offers a rare chance to secure something truly special.
Nestled in one of Kerikeri's most sought-after lifestyle locations, this exceptional 2.74ha certified organic property offers a rare opportunity to embrace sustainable, self-sufficient living surrounded by nature.
Te Kahu has been lovingly nurtured under organic and permaculture principles for nearly 30 years, the property is a thriving sanctuary featuring productive gardens, established orchards, and more than 30 varieties of fruit trees. A pristine river flowing through the property year-round provides a reliable water source and creates a peaceful natural setting that is increasingly difficult to find.
At the heart of the property sits a unique handcrafted tiny home by boutique builder Love Shack. Featuring Japanese cedar cladding, mataī flooring, and oak joinery, the home combines warmth, character, and craftsmanship while complementing its natural surroundings.
A substantial three-bay Totalspan barn offers excellent versatility for storage, workshops, home-based business use, or housing recreational equipment and vehicles.
Ideal for those seeking an organic, off-grid lifestyle without compromising on convenience, this private oasis is located just minutes from central Kerikeri. Whether your vision is sustainable living, lifestyle farming, a wellness retreat, or simply enjoying the rewards of a productive property with abundant water and natural beauty, the possibilities are extensive.
Adding further appeal, the Rural Living zoning offers future development potential, subject to council approval.
This is a rare opportunity to secure a truly special organic lifestyle property where river, land, and self-sufficiency come together in perfect harmony.
We estimate it would sell for $1,130,000 as at 5 October 2026, in a range of $1,010,000 to $1,280,000.
How we worked this out
| Council valuation, Sept 2025 | $1,140,000 |
|---|---|
| Market movement in Far North District since the council valuation | +0.4% |
| How Kerikeri sells against council values | −0.5% |
| Land as a share of the value | −0.6% |
| Nearby recent sales (15) | +0.4% |
| Its own sale in 2022 | −0.8% |
| Our estimate | $1,130,000 |
We start from the council's rating valuation, move it by how sales in the area have moved since against their own council values, then by how properties like this one, nearby sales and its own last sale have done against the same arithmetic. Each step is an average of real sales. Tested every month against sales we had not seen: half land within about 6% of our estimate, and about 8 in 10 within the range. This is an automated estimate, not a registered valuation.
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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.
Property data
- Land area2.74 ha
- Property categoryUse not published
- CouncilFar North District
- Valuation #219-81702
- Valuation date1 Sep 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 number511672
- Title typeFreehold
- Legal descriptionLot 1 Deposited Plan 428311
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Zoning and hazards
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About Kerikeri
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