Takapuna - Residential

Takapuna is the North Shore’s most sought-after beachside community. It’s a true lifestyle destination bursting with cuisine, culture and couture, home to many apartment buildings and some of the country’s finest coastal properties. It’s currently experiencing exponential growth and development, but despite this exciting evolution, still retains a truly captivating, relaxed beachy atmosphere.

The iconic sweep of golden beach and inviting swimming bay is alive with activity every day of the year, filled with exercisers, paddle boarders, dog-walkers and those launching their boats from the ramp. A quick walk around the rocks on the coastal path arrives at Thorne Bay, a secret pocket of paradise that can only be accessed on foot. The shores of Lake Pupuke are also a popular spot for wind surfing and kayaking.

The vibrant township buzzes with cafes, bars and restaurants, with trendy laneway developments and waterfront boulevard drinking and dining establishments. Mall and boutique shopping abounds, while the thriving arts and entertainment scene includes the Bruce Mason Centre, Monterey Cinemas and Pumphouse Theatre.

It’s well-connected, with both the Esmonde Road and Fred Thomas Drive motorway onramps allowing a 10-minute journey into the city off-peak, complemented with the Smales Farm and Akoranga Bus Stations. Children are well-catered for, in zone for the area’s best schools including Takapuna School, Takapuna Normal Intermediate, Westlake Girls and Boys High Schools and Takapuna Grammar, plus Catholic Carmel and Rosmini Colleges.