Auction: 34 Shortland Street, City on Thursday 18 September 2025 at 10:00AM (unless sold prior)
Conceived by award winning Urban Collective and Paul Brown Architects, 59 France is a statement of bold strength and New York inspired style.
At first reveal, you’re met by architectural brickwork, echoing Eden Terrace’s industrial past, while the upper levels rise and step back - a move straight out of Manhattan’s golden age, when icons like the Chrysler Building were shaped to let in light and open the skyline.
Inside, 2.8 metre stud height, exposed concrete ceilings and visible services capture the loft-style creative vibe Paul Brown set out to create. Common areas carry a subtle low-lit glow, and a nine-storey stairwell stacked with modern art leaves an impression. Bold details, like the bright orange emergency exit stairwell, contrast with typical modern developments.
At approx. 64m² (including balconies), the apartment offers a sense of space rarely found in one-bedroom layouts - with a generous living area that hasn’t been compromised to squeeze in an extra room. Add in a study nook and dual balconies, and you’ve got a clever, flexible home that simply feels right.
Technical innovations mean that there is virtually no sound transfer from neighbours, and then there’s the real standout - a secure car park with its own EV charger. A rare combination that future-proofs your investment and satisfies a growing demand.
Step outside and you’re minutes from K Road, Ponsonby, Mt Eden, the universities, Newmarket and the CBD. Jumping in your car, you’re quickly on the main arterial routes in and out of Auckland, and with the nearby City Rail Link set to open next year, the convenience factor only grows stronger.
202 at 59 France – a lock-up-and-leave with pedigree, personality, and presence.
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