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21 Defoe Place

Waltham Canterbury

3
1
2
120 m²
548 m²
House
Shiek AhmadShiek Ahmad, last sold this property on 11 May 2026 after 42 days on market.

Overview

Add Value, Develop, or Make It Home

Welcome to 21 Defoe Place, a private retreat positioned at the end of a leafy cul-de-sac. Set on a rare 548sqm of Residential Medium Density (RMD) land, this character home offers an exciting blend of charm, warmth, and opportunity - ideal whether you're stepping onto the property ladder, wanting to restore a character home, or exploring development potential. Step inside to find a surprisingly spacious open-plan layout that feels instantly welcoming. A woodfire and heat pump provide year-round comfort, while the enclosed back porch opens to a sun-soaked backyard framed by mature plantings. The sizeable double garage with independent doors offers excellent storage, workshop space, or room for future projects. The home presents a fantastic canvas for those who appreciate character and want to enhance it further. With scope to refresh, modernise, and add value, this is an opportunity to tailor a classic home to your taste. At the same time, the flat section and desirable RMD zoning create attractive prospects for future redevelopment in a location where land is becoming increasingly scarce. Convenience is a major highlight here. You're just a short walk from The Colombo Mall, supermarkets, cafés, bars, and boutique shopping. The property is also well-connected to major transport routes, making city access incredibly easy. Adding even more appeal, the home sits within proximity to Christchurch's major new infrastructure investment - One NZ Stadium - which is expected to boost surrounding suburbs, hospitality, and central city vibrancy. Whether you're dreaming of restoring a character home, searching for a project with strong upside, or looking to secure an RMD site in a rapidly growing location, 21 Defoe Place is an opportunity not to be missed. Source: Christchurch City Council, RPNZ, LINZ, landcheck.org.nz, Vendor, Vendor's Agents.

Features

3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
2 carspaces
2 garage spaces
120 m² floor area
548 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom houses sold in Waltham over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 21 Defoe Place is $563k.

Median value
$563k
Estimated value range
$305k - $820k
Median days on market
25
Estimated value trend
3%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Waltham. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 21 Defoe Place

2026
Sold
Undisclosed
11 May 2026 by Shiek Ahmad, of Irelands Real Estate
2020
Sold
27 Nov 2020 by Philip Wright, of Harcourts City Christchurch (Grenadier Real Estate Ltd)

Happy sellers in Waltham

84%
84% of sellers in Waltham reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Waltham stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 42 reviews in Waltham over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 3 bedroom houses in Waltham

In the last 12 months, 25 three-bedroom houses similar to 21 Defoe Place, have been sold.

This represents a 155% decrease in three-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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