Some of the houses might not still be standing. In the time the home has been empty, it has risen in value from $700,000 to $1.52m. Thats after it went under the hammer and netted $2.21m at auction on Wednesday. Personal Home Buyer (Owner Occupier) Cheers, Mike. But just sold for a massive $2.2m. Lolaiy says the exhibition has gained a lot of interest from people fascinated by the mystery around the abandoned buildings. thieves, vandals, squatters, arsonists etc Please dont ask. Hi mark. Copyright 2011-2021 Haunted Auckland. It was bought for 500. The property is situated at State Highway 3, Piopio. NOTE: These photos are documents of the existence of various historical (and some non historical) locations. Read more: *The art of urban exploration *Urban explorers find abandoned 'town' in the South Island *Urban explorers swim channel, sneak in to abandoned, quake-hit island fortress. More about the building work Services to schools - We are experiencing minor disruption to some of our services, caused by Cyclone Gabrielle. Hi Elise, year I visited the site today and had a chat with the owner, top man, it sounds like it was beyond economical repair, a case of pull it down before it fell down. A rusted and crumbling van sits on the driveway of a Grey Lynn property, but the owners appear to continue to pay for someone to mow the lawns. Harley access buildings off-limits to most through demolition contacts and, occasionally, trespass. Carlisle House on Richmond rd comes to mind, but you can't get inside. In the immediate term, politicians have failed to solve the empty housing riddle. "It comes across as too prescriptive and can only be a temporary salve to the bigger problem, which is high land prices, hefty council restrictions plus levies, and poor public transport infrastructure. However, the space where the glass panes once were is now filled by the banana palms and vines which once grew around them, but have now taken over. Rusty van aside, and what appears to be more derelict cars in the back garden, the property has a market value of $1.93m. The report pointed to "international examples that could inform the development of similar taxes in New Zealand". Officials say it's not that simple Premium - Community Housing Providers say more than 500 homes 'gathering dust' during housing crisis Government is building more public houses than any time in the last 20 years. Many of the abandoned buildings Harley has photographed speak of faded fortunes. He said many people had enquired about the property, joking that if he had a dollar for every time someone asked, hed be able to buy it himself. "So many stories have been shared about similar run down places, people stop on their way between towns," she says. I have a facebook page that I just started to advertise houses for to sell/rent/buy property New Zealand. This place has views over the northern end of Lake Wanaka. Happy with that. Also note; we do not give out location addresses as it can attract those with ill intent. Another neighbour who has owned her home for over 30 years, said the rusting van had always been there. Also, be aware of your surroundings and look out for any danger areasor hazards. Property Trader (Renovator/Speculator/Developer). "Then the company themselves could write a letter to the property owner and said 'We noticed your house isn't being used at the moment', would you consider having it managed by Housing NZ or someone else?". A tax has been suggested as one way of encouraging landlords to fill properties and increase the circulation of rentals. Constantly searching for advantageous property opportunities. Haunting photographs of abandoned, dilapidated houses form a new exhibition set in an Auckland ballroom. Forsaken lots around the south are up for sale as Southland District Council lists abandoned lots for open tender. Discount Property will take the stress, time and money out of buying property Auckland or NZ wide. If you are on it you will be notified of property deals. The property on William Denny Ave has sat derelict since the 1990s and has a huge estimated market value of $3.13 million. Fifty families in Tabasco, Mexico will benefit from a new community of 3D-printed concrete houses by Icon, New Story and chale. Working in manufacturing full-time, Harley devotes as much of his free time as he can to travelling around New Zealand in search of abandoned sites to photograph, gathering information about their histories along the way. Then drove past it an they were knocking it down. Across the globe, other major cities are warming to the idea. Please be safe and act in a responsible and respectful manner. "If we forget the day-to-day history we forget where we've come from and what we are.". Frozen in time: An abandoned prison captured on a road trip to Wellington. I got excited to see the original family home still existed, unfortunately, looking at google earth, it looks like it is now gone, although I still plan to do go and have a look, just in case there is something left. Pre-approved Finance recommended to seal the deal. Do not cause damage or steal from locations. We do not send any unsolicited emails. She said "there may be some merits" in an empty homes tax to "disincentivise land banking", but saidany measure would require "further investigation". Extra care and safety precaution was taken due to the derelict state of the house. A piano inside a deserted Glenfield property. The display has been unveiled at Alberton, a heritage property in Mt Albert, as part. "If we can make it easier for them to utilise that house that would obviously be a win-win for landlords, prospective tenants and for Government and council and tackling the housing crisis. Hi Elise, the house is at 165 Tregoweth Lane. "There was one house which gave me a really bad vibe and I couldn't wait to leave. Please respect the locations and the owners. The Carlile House is one of the most famous buildings in New Zealand. Admission is free. Beyond our biggest city, Tauranga also has thousands of ghost houses, with nearly 5000 classed as unoccupied. William Joseph Lynch 1910-2001. The former Palmerston North Police Station, which incorporates Mori and art deco elements, was considered a model station in the 1930s and 40s. 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But it could be complicated by privacy concerns, because the plan would require utilities companies to find and contact the owners of homes which are not using any power or water. London, with a population of 9 million, has 25,000 empty homes, according to UK government data. ", READ MORE: 'Lock and leave' apartments blamed for high number of empty homes in Auckland CBD Premium - National blames 'state house for life' policy for growing waiting list. The shops are nearby. I too wanted to photograph it and kept saying I would. On Boxing Day, Russell decided made the decision to sell the tennis court, paying $22,000 for contractors to clear out the jungle and get it listed for sale. You can see it on Google Maps street view. Not all 'ghost houses' are in such a state of disrepair. "So we can get accurate information, but we would need to find a way to ensure we were not in breach of privacy laws in doing that. Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints. The latest Census showed that the number of vacant properties in Auckland had risen from 6.6 per cent to 7.3 per cent of the city's private dwellings - around 40,000 properties. Smashed windows, tattered curtains and broken blinds an abandoned home in Auckland's North Shore. He said he finds some of the homes spooky, especially one inGlenbrook, also in Auckland. Your email address will not be published. Many of the vacant properties are believed to be "lock and leave" apartments, which owners purchase and leave empty to cash in on capital gains. My Uncle Kevin Lynch lives next door he wont mind, just tell him I sent you. He was one of a growing number of urban explorers in New Zealand. Neighbours say they aren't overly concerned given its completely hidden from street view by the jungle. Because we will get nowhere if we don't.". The figure includes homes with no current occupants, unoccupied properties being renovated, baches, and holiday homes. Abandoned in Moteuka By Mark Wallbank 15/08/2018 That house at the end of the street By Mark Wallbank 14/08/2018 Suburban King Country By Mark Wallbank 14/08/2018 Here lies Janie Seddon - Motueka By Mark Wallbank 14/08/2018 House in the Hills - Nelson By Mark Wallbank 12/08/2018 Country Living - Nelson By Mark Wallbank 10/08/2018 Woods said it was "not a black and white situation, and we don't fully understand why some of these houses are not fulfilling their role as a home". A stunning old abode with stories to tell. "There's the connection and the irony that these are crumbled down old places no one loves and everything in this house, even though they are same things, are so wellmeticulously cared for.". According to the last census, there were more than 39,000 unoccupied dwellings in the greater Auckland area alone, a near 18 per centincrease in five years. It makes me think the council needs more powers to step in and do something. Do you know if your uncle held onto anything of the house, as I work with timber for a hobby and it would be great to get my hands on a piece of the original house to make something out of. The photograph is part of an exhibition showing at Alberton. Russell was having the property maintained by a gardener, however it eventually became overgrown with bush and bramble. Rats have reportedly started to infest west Auckland homes abandoned due to being red-stickered after the city's anniversary weekend flooding. Auckland-based photographer Harley Plowman's image of a derelict house. Between Nelson and Buller, South Island, New Zealand, The above and main photo is a farmhouse visible just off the main road between Nelson and Buller. Thanks. The property is yet to be cleaned up as her other brother was finding it hard to deal with, she said. "When you ask people, do you want to pay more tax, they will say 'no thank you'. A room inside an abandoned mansion near the Waitkere Ranges, West Auckland. Properties sourced from highly motivated sellers due to circumstances outside the norm. Discount Property strives to offer an impartial yet personalised property finding service exclusively for our valuable clients to ensure maximum profits for all. "In Census 2018 it does appear that there has been an increase in the number of unoccupied dwellings for Auckland," she said. Loombs Hotel Panmure, Auckland. In Auckland, where the average house price is more than $1 million, theres a jarring number of empty derelicts. Something compelled him to keep at it though and, feeling these snapshots of often-undocumented elements of New Zealand history deserved a wider audience, he asked the friend who runs the Forgotten NZ Facebook page if he would share some of his pictures. A seemingly never-ending project, he says it has convinced him more needs to be done to protect New Zealand's architectural heritage. I think someone shared an album and the rest is history.". In 2018, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development Phil Twyford ruled out an empty homes tax. "From that I decided I should start documenting this as we never know how much longer they will be around for.". That figure is higher than far bigger global cities. A proposal to use vacant houses in Auckland for the homeless or lower-income workers is being discussed by Auckland Council and the Government. The levy, introduced in 2017, collected $39.4 million from 1989 empty properties in 2018. "I just enjoy getting out an exploring our country and documenting spots which many wouldn't otherwise see," Harley says. Tell us more by emailing caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz. "But, we need to be cautious with this information as it looks as though there has been a national reduction in the number of empty dwellings, and we need more information before drawing any conclusions.". Rashmi Chhiba, whose mother owns the property, said it had been in her family since the late 1960s and it had been the family home. While building consents are on the increase, the government's KiwiBuild programme has struggled to gain traction to fix the long-term supply issue. Sadly this house has now been knocked down. "People are generally really interested and fascinated with the placessome belongings left in these places spark memories from their own past," he says. "Some places are accessed without permission, which can mean climbing, crawling and tight squeezes.". A recent study from University College London claimed an empty homes tax might be more effective in creating affordable housing than constructing new builds. Goff said electricity company Vector could find out what houses have not used power for more than six months. All Rights Reserved. A large number of these were holiday homes or properties which were temporarily vacant. The property once boasted full-length windows, on both the top and bottom storeys. A copy of the Auckland Star from 1975 reveals how much the city's housing market has changed over that time. We are not implying that these locations are haunted, (Some may very well be, but we havent yet had any reports) but present them here for the enjoyment of others. So far, the Government has avoided taking action. Save my name, email, and site URL in my browser for next time I post a comment. As a last resort, the council can prosecute an owner, however, that is rare. The problem isn't confined to Auckland. Dusty crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling and thesofas and chairs seemed untouched since the occupants moved out.