REINZ Regional round-up

 Auckland

Sales volume in the Auckland region increased by more than 30% compared with February 2011. Compared to February 2011, those parts of the region outside of the metropolitan area and Manukau City performed best.

The median price across the region eased by $3,000 compared with January 2012 to sit $3,000 above the February 2011 level. Price increases were evident in the sub regions of North Shore, Manukau City and Auckland City

Auckland's days to sell eased by a further day from 37 days in January to 38 days in February, but improved by 12 days compared to February 2011. The current level of 38 days is slightly above the long term average of 35 days.