Traffic jams, pollution and too many people: not everyone wants to live in New Zealand’s urban centers. Many families are looking to settle down and enjoy the stress-free, relaxed lifestyle the country is known for. Whether you are a young family or simply looking for somewhere to settle, South Canterbury offers fantastic opportunities in both property and lifestyle.

As one of the most stable markets in the country and a fantastic city to be a part of Timaru and the surrounding district, it has grown rapidly in popularity over the last five to ten years. Temuka is the second largest city in South Canterbury and has a lot to offer new residents. Just twenty minutes north of the city of Timaru itself, Temuka is a fantastic little township of just over four thousand people.

Why choose Temuka?

New Zealand is iconic for its small towns and rural life and houses for sale in Timaru and southern Canterbury towns like Temuka are full of reasons for this reputation. As well as being incredibly laid back, with more of a focus on free time and living the lifestyle you want to lead, South Canterbury property prices are much lower than the national average with stable trends any potential homeowner would be charmed.

With a median property price of just over NZ$210,000, the municipality is nearly NZ$140,000 below the national average. Lifestyle blocks and farmland are commonly available, and with more space than you’d find in Auckland, Wellington or even Christchurch, you have the freedom to do whatever you want with your property, from raising livestock to simply enjoying a large backyard.

A tight-knit local community

New Zealand’s larger cities and urban centers do not offer the same sense of community and closeness that you can find in South Canterbury. Temuka combines a vibrant CBD, cafe and restaurant culture with the friendliness of rural life. A strong focus on the outdoors means favorite pastimes include hiking, mountain biking, rafting, hunting, fishing, and trips to the beach. Don’t judge too quickly: just because Temuka is a small town doesn’t mean it doesn’t have exciting things to do; in fact, most residents would presume the opposite.

Free yourself from the stress and worries of urban New Zealand life and enjoy what the country does best. Settle in Temuka and enjoy the peace of South Canterbury. There’s never been a better time to shop and there’s no better place than Timaru.