Herne Bay clifftop house is year’s most expensive home, gone for $35m

Wednesday, 3 December 2025

64 Sentinel Road, Herne Bay, Auckland sold quietly in September.

A clifftop property in Herne Bay, Auckland has claimed the title of New Zealand’s most expensive home sold in 2025, with a sale price of $35 million, according to Trade Me Property.

The exclusive address, 64 Sentinel Rd, led a top 10 list of high-end sales that collectively total nearly $250m.

Trade Me Property spokesperson Casey Wylde said the list reflects continued strength in the luxury market despite a broader flat trend.

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“These homes aren't just properties, they're often landmark estates that draw in buyers who value privacy, scale, and high-end design,” Wylde said.

Two properties shared second place — one in Westmere and another in Mission Bay — each selling for $28m. The latter, a five-bedroom Ronaki Rd home, last sold for $3.5m in 2004, marking a significant capital gain. A nearby home on the same street claimed third place at $22m.

14 Ronaki Road, Mission Bay, Auckland was joint runner-up.

Auckland dominated the list, with seven of the top 10 sales, reinforcing its status as the country’s premium property hub.

361 Beacon Point Road in Wānaka sold for $14m.

26 Ronaki Road, Mission Bay, Auckland sold for $22m.

The remaining three properties were in Central Otago and Taupō.

“Whether it's a coastal masterpiece with a helicopter pad, a modern property with garage space to accommodate a luxury car collection, or a timeless estate complete with tennis court, there's always a segment of the market where unique quality commands a premium price,” Wylde said.

2025 most expensive property sales

1. 64 Sentinel Rd, Herne Bay, Auckland – $35m

20 Rawene Ave, Westmere, Auckland – $28m and 14 Ronaki Rd, Mission Bay, Auckland – $28m

4. 26 Ronaki Road, Mission Bay, Auckland - $22m

5. 35 Marine Parade, Herne Bay, Auckland - $20

6. 62 Speargrass Flat Road, Speargrass Flat, Queenstown and 92 Paritai Drive, Orakei, Auckland - $18m

8. 76 Hobsonville Rd, West Harbour, Auckland – $15m

25 Park Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland sold for $12.5m.

9. 361 Beacon Pt Rd, Wānaka – $14m

10. 144 Orakei Rd, Remuera, Auckland – $12.6m

11. 44 Glanville Tce, Parnell, Auckland – $12.5m and 25 Park Ave, Takapuna, Auckland – $12.5m

Correction: this story has been corrected to remove the number 12 property on the list - information supplied incorrectly said 7/500 Kinloch Rd, Kinloch, Taupō sold for $11.9m. The sales price was $1.19 million.