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Auckland Suburb · Rental Yield Guide

Mount Roskill Central North Rental Yield 2026

Mount Roskill Central North is a well-established inner-south Auckland suburb with a strong rental culture, where 59% of households are renters and the median weekly rent sits at $720. Indicative gross yields of 3.1%–4.6% reflect the suburb's appeal to a broad mix of tenants against Auckland's competitive property market.

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Indicative Gross Yield
3.1–4.6%
Based on Auckland median price
Median Weekly Rent
$720/wk
All property types · MBIE bonds
Auckland Median Price
$1M
REINZ · indicative
Data updated 2025-12 · Sources: MBIE tenancy bond data · Stats NZ 2023 Census · REINZ
Median rent by bedroom

Mount Roskill Central North weekly rents

Median weekly rent in Mount Roskill Central North from MBIE tenancy bond records (2025-12, 3-month period). Real lodged-bond data — not estimates.

1 Bedroom
$655/wk
3 Bedroom
$680/wk

Indicative gross yield range of 3.1%–4.6% uses the rent against the Auckland median sale price of $1,000,000. Net yield is lower after rates, insurance, management and maintenance.

Suburb demographics

Who rents in Mount Roskill Central North?

From the Stats NZ 2023 Census. Rental demand indicators that shape tenant pool and vacancy.

Median Rent
$720/wk
Rent Range
$600–$890
Renters
59%
Median Income
$93,400
Median Age
37 yrs
Population
3,090
Investor guide

Investing in Mount Roskill Central North

Who Rents Here & Why

Mount Roskill Central North attracts a diverse rental population drawn by its central Auckland location, solid transport links, and access to everyday amenities. With a median age of 37 and a median household income of $93,400, the suburb's renters skew toward working professionals and established families — a demographic that typically prioritises stability and longer tenancies.

The suburb's 59% renter occupancy rate signals genuine, sustained demand for rental housing rather than a predominantly owner-occupier market. Landlords here tend to find a healthy pool of applicants across property sizes, with weekly rents ranging from $600 at the lower quartile through to $890 at the upper quartile depending on property type and condition.

Yields & Cash-Flow Considerations

Based on the Auckland median price of $1,000,000, indicative gross yields in Mount Roskill Central North sit between 3.1% and 4.6%, with a median weekly rent of $720 across all property types. One-bedroom properties return a median of $655 per week, while three-bedroom homes achieve $680 per week — suggesting that smaller dwellings can offer competitive per-room returns relative to their purchase price.

Investors should factor in Auckland's typical ownership costs — rates, insurance, property management fees, and maintenance — which can meaningfully compress net yields below the gross figures. Running a detailed cash-flow analysis against your specific purchase price and financing costs is essential before committing.

Investor Snapshot

Is Mount Roskill Central North a good place to invest?

Mount Roskill Central North presents a credible investment case for Auckland-focused landlords: a high renter ratio of 59%, a relatively young median age of 37, and above-average household incomes of $93,400 all point to a resilient tenant base with capacity to meet rents across the $600–$890 per week range. At the Auckland median price point, gross yields of up to 4.6% sit at the more competitive end of what the city's established suburbs typically offer.

The suburb's proximity to central Auckland amenities and its demographically stable tenant pool suggest steady demand over the medium term, though investors should monitor broader Auckland market conditions and interest rate movements closely.

Pros
  • High renter demand — 59% of households are renters, supporting low vacancy risk
  • Above-average household incomes of $93,400 underpin tenants' rent-paying capacity
  • Upper-quartile rents of $890/wk offer meaningful income upside for well-presented properties
Cons
  • Gross yields of 3.1%–4.6% leave limited margin once Auckland ownership costs are applied
  • Small suburb population of 3,090 means a relatively shallow resale market
  • One-bedroom and three-bedroom rents are closely clustered ($655–$680/wk), limiting bedroom-count premiums
FAQ

Mount Roskill Central North rental yield — common questions

The median weekly rent across all property types in Mount Roskill Central North is $720 per week. Rents span a lower quartile of $600 per week up to an upper quartile of $890 per week, reflecting variation in property size, condition, and location within the suburb.
Based on the Auckland median price of $1,000,000, indicative gross yields in Mount Roskill Central North range from 3.1% to 4.6%. These are gross figures — net yields will be lower once costs such as rates, insurance, and property management are deducted.
Yes — 59% of households in Mount Roskill Central North are renters, which is well above the national average and indicates robust ongoing demand for rental properties. This high renter ratio can help investors maintain lower vacancy rates over time.
The suburb's median age of 37 and median household income of $93,400 suggest a mix of working professionals and established families make up much of the tenant base. This demographic typically seeks stable, longer-term tenancies, which can be advantageous for landlords seeking consistent rental income.
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