New Zealand

New Zealand’s rental market is tight and expensive, reflecting years of housing undersupply and strong population growth. A growing share of households rent long-term, increasing attention to tenant protections and housing quality. Recent reforms have strengthened renters’ rights, but affordability pressures remain severe in cities like Auckland and Wellington. Reach out to us for more information.

A closer look

For an in-depth understanding of the national housing market, member organizations were given the opportunity to provide an overview of the housing situation ahead of the World Conference in 2026. Access it here:

• Mini Survey from the World Conference in 2026.