All About Buying a House in St Heliers, Auckland, New Zealand

The suburb of Saint Heliers in Auckland is an older established beachside village community, which has recently started undergoing a change from what was previously always known as a retirees suburb, to being one of a vibrant and energetic area suitable to people from all walks of life.

Situated at the end of a long scenic waterfront drive along Tamaki คอนโดมือสอง พระราม 9 Drive, Saint Heliers is the last of the Eastern Bays suburbs beaches along the Tamaki Drive route, and is still only a 15 - 20 minute drive from the heart of Auckland City at off-peak times. The houses for sale in St Heliers are acknowledged as being at the upper end of the Auckland Real Estate market, with many luxurious and very expensive cliff top and beachside properties receiving envious looks from passersby as they amble along the recently finished beachfront promenade.

The establishment of the beachside suburb occurred towards the end of the 19th century, with it quickly becoming popular as a seaside holiday destination for central residents of Auckland's inner suburbs, who would arrive at the wharf (no longer there unfortunately) by ferry, from the city. With the opening of the beachfront roadway in 1931 (Tamaki Drive), the area became far more accessible as it was as a consequence of this that new subdivisions, and new houses began springing up, which brought the community of St Heliers into being one of the central Auckland City suburban delights, that was now within easy access of the city. The population quickly grew, and it is still known as one of only a handful of unique suburban villages in Auckland, although Saint Heliers is set aside as being very unique due to its semi sleepy, seaside beachy feel. If you are able to afford one of the houses for sale in St Heliers, then you will be buying into a great long term investment in what is one of Auckland's most desirable suburbs.

St Heliers Shopping:

The St Heliers village services local residents from the surrounding areas. The village is undergoing change in 2011 with the construction of a new waterfront multi story building which will bring a new vibrancy to the village, with a new range of services and retail outlets. The main street of the Village is St Heliers Bay Road, and it hosts a diverse range of excellent shops including a butcher, fruit and vegetables, stationery, clothing, and jewellers, as well as the usual banks, travel agents, and even a local library. Other services are also located nearby which include a number of doctors, dentists, optometrists, legal, and accounting services.

Transport:

Regular bus services service the St Heliers bay village, and outlying main streets. Taxis are also readily available.

Eating Out:

There are a number of eateries and cafes in St Heliers catering to a variety of styles and tastes. Whether you like a taste of ethnic foods, or simply a lively winebar/eatery, St Heliers is sure to have you covered. Not only that, but you are also sure to ensure a magical view out into the Hauraki Gulf whilst dining or enjoying your glass of wine on a hot sunny Sunday afternoon.

Buying a House for Sale in Saint Heliers:

There is no doubt that St Heliers happens to be one of THE suburbs in Auckland to live in, and therefore if you want to find the perfect house for sale for you and/or your family regardless of whether it's a one bedroom apartment, or a 3 story palatial Mediterranean clifftop mansion, you're to find something to suit your requirements in St Heliers for sale.