17 Gloag Street, Waverley, South Taranaki

This 102 m2 (approx) home is set on a generous 2,023 m2 (approx) section, with a large flat area behind the house offering future potential. Once a much-loved home, it now presents a genuine opportunity for significant repair, renovation or redevelopment. The existing layout includes a separate kitchen and lounge, two double bedrooms with wardrobes, office or hobbies room, bathroom with shower over bath, laundry area, garage and a conservatory or dining room (or potential third bedroom) with sliding doors to the lounge and outdoors. For buyers with vision, skills, time and tools, this is a chance to restore a home or explore future options on a sizeable section. This property is not for the faint-hearted but offers real reward for the right buyer. Sold strictly 'as is, where is'. Inspections are by appointment only – please get in touch to secure a viewing. Auction to be held at 10.00 am, Thursday 19 February 2026 as part of our Bid Day Out, Whanganui Racecourse, 19 Purnell Street, Whanganui. If 2026 is the year you take on a big project, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Call Krista or Dan today.

Auction

Grab this bargain with this two bedroom 1910 character cottage. It offers comfort and a number of important updates already taken care of. Significant work has included repiling, reroofing, replumbing and rewiring, giving the home a solid base to move forward from. Inside, the layout features a separate kitchen alongside an open-plan living and dining area. Fresh floor coverings and a splash of colour add personality, while both bedrooms are well-sized. The semi-attached garage with workshop offers handy extra space for storage or projects. Set on a corner section with established trees and fruit varieties, the property also includes a sunny front porch - an inviting place to enjoy your morning coffee. Multiple access points add convenience. Located in the centre of town, the playcentre is just across the road and the local primary/intermediate school only a short walk away. With work opportunities at Silver Fern Farms, trucking, Fonterra and farming nearby, this home could suit first-home buyers, families or those looking for a project with much of the groundwork already completed.

Buyers $240,000+

This cosy, partially renovated two bedroom home presents a golden opportunity for anyone looking to downsize, retire in comfort or invest in a project with serious upside. Relocated to its current site and fitted with brand-new plumbing, wiring and gas hot water, much of the hard work is already done. The home has been well insulated in the ceiling, underfloor and walls and is kept comfortable year-round with a modern heat pump. With modern, neutral tones throughout and a sun-soaked veranda perfect for morning coffees, all that’s left is to add your own finishing touches. Set on a fully fenced section with plenty of off-street parking - including space for a campervan - this property is ideal for lock-and-leave living or hosting family with ease. The vendor had every intention of completing the home but due to a change in circumstances, the opportunity now falls to you to take it across the finish line. The real bonus here is the large garage, which has been converted into a lined and insulated space - opening the door to endless possibilities. With a toilet, shower and laundry facilities already in place, it just needs the finishing touches and code of compliance to become a fully functional extension of the home. Whether you see it as a potential self-contained unit, home office, hobbies room or a space for an adult child or guests, the versatility here is a real asset. To top it all off, a brand-new Goldpine double bay shed with automatic doors, and a dedicated workshop area sits proudly on the section - perfect for hobbies, storage or tinkering away in retirement. Whether you’re looking to settle somewhere low maintenance but flexible, or you’re an investor seeking a tidy project with great returns, this property is packed with potential and ready for someone to reap the rewards. Don’t miss your chance to finish what’s already been so thoughtfully started.

Buyers $319,000+