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8a/42 Cable St

Te Aro Wellington

3
2
1
122 m²
Apartment
Courtney CooperCourtney Cooper, last sold this property on 05 May 2026 after 49 days on market.

Overview

Penthouse Living with Harbour Views BEO $1,375,000

There's a certain energy that comes with living at the top. More light, more privacy, more perspective. From here, the city unfolds beneath you. The harbour glows, the waterfront hums, and every day feels connected to the rhythm of Wellington at its most vibrant. Positioned on the absolute edge of the waterfront, this is front-row living to everything that makes this city special, the movement, the culture, the people, and the ever-changing light. Apartments of this scale, quality, and position are tightly held… and rarely available. The Lowe-down: - True penthouse position: top floor living with expansive views across the city, harbour and hills - 122sqm of space: generous, house-like proportions designed for real living. - Three double bedrooms: all with natural light and built-in wardrobes (no internal rooms) - Two full bathrooms: including ensuite. Both have loads of natural light through the floor-to-ceiling windows - North-facing sun & balcony: morning coffee, evening wine, ever-changing harbour views - Open-plan living: seamless kitchen, dining and lounge for easy entertaining or a quiet night in - Extra stud height + clerestory windows: light-filled, airy, and architecturally elevated - Floor-to-ceiling glazing: bringing the outside in at every turn - Excellent storage throughout: including European laundry with quality whiteware The Lifestyle: - Waterfront position: step straight into Wellington's most vibrant pocket - Walk everywhere: Te Papa, Circa Theatre, Takina, the wharf, markets, cafes & restaurants - Front-row to the city's energy: events, festivals, dragon boating, fireworks, people-watching - Sunday market across the road: fresh, local, effortless living - Supermarket just a block away: convenience without compromise The Building: - Portal Apartments (completed 2006): purpose-built, 100% NBS - Secure, well-managed complex: proactive body corporate - Recently refreshed: exterior painted and lobby upgraded - Largely owner-occupied: quiet, considered, and community-minded residents - Secure entry with CCTV intercom: peace of mind - Internal access car park + storage: on a separate title - Body corporate fees reducing (April 2026): following insurance savings Penthouse homes of this calibre, in this location, don't come up often. This isn't just a beautiful apartment, it's a statement. Offers invited upwards of $1,375,000 Contact Tia & Courtney to arrange your private viewing, we'd love to show you through. Source of information: Property Guru, Nexus, Wellington City Council (non-verified).

Features

3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1 carspace
1 garage space
122 m² floor area
Apartment

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom apartments sold in Te Aro over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 8a/42 Cable St is $785k.

Median value
$785k
Estimated value range
$255k - $1.71m
Median days on market
51
Estimated value trend
37%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Te Aro. 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 8a/42 Cable St

2026
Sold
Undisclosed
05 May 2026 by Courtney Cooper, of Lowe & Co Realty (AndCo Realty Limited)

Happy sellers in Te Aro

63%
63% of sellers in Te Aro reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

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

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 76 reviews in Te Aro over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 3 bedroom apartments in Te Aro

In the last 12 months, 18 three-bedroom apartments similar to 8a/42 Cable St, have been sold.

This represents a 125% decrease in three-bedroom apartments sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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