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Rosehill Rental Yield 2026

Rosehill is a south Auckland suburb with a steady rental market, where 44% of households rent and the median weekly rent sits at $660. Indicative gross yields range from 3.1% to 4.1%, positioning Rosehill as a moderate-yield option within the broader Auckland market.

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Indicative Gross Yield
3.1–4.1%
Based on Auckland median price
Median Weekly Rent
$660/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

Rosehill weekly rents

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

1 Bedroom
$650/wk
2 Bedroom
$530/wk
3 Bedroom
$660/wk

Indicative gross yield range of 3.1%–4.1% 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 Rosehill?

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

Median Rent
$660/wk
Rent Range
$590–$784
Renters
44%
Median Income
$108,800
Median Age
37 yrs
Population
4,245
Investor guide

Investing in Rosehill

Who Rents in Rosehill?

Rosehill attracts a broad mix of renters, from working families to younger professionals, reflected in a median age of 37 and a relatively high median household income of $108,800. With 44% of its 4,245 residents in rental accommodation, demand for well-presented homes is consistent throughout the year.

Three-bedroom properties dominate the rental landscape here, with the median rent for that configuration sitting at $660 per week — equal to the overall suburb median. Smaller two-bedroom dwellings come in at $530 per week, while one-bedroom rentals command a notable $650 per week, suggesting strong demand for compact, lower-entry-cost tenancies.

Yield & Cash-Flow Considerations

Based on the Auckland median price of $1,000,000, Rosehill's indicative gross yield range runs from 3.1% to 4.1%. Investors acquiring properties at or below the city median may find themselves at the upper end of that range, which can meaningfully improve cash-flow outcomes before accounting for rates, insurance, and management costs.

As with most Auckland suburbs, net yields will fall below the gross figures once holding costs are factored in, so careful due diligence on purchase price is essential. Investors should also note that the rent interquartile range of $590 to $784 per week signals meaningful variation across property types and condition, meaning property selection has a direct impact on achievable returns.

Investor Snapshot

Is Rosehill a good place to invest?

Rosehill presents a measured investment case for Auckland: a stable, income-earning tenant base supported by a median household income of $108,800, combined with consistent rental demand from a 44% renter population. Gross yields of 3.1%–4.1% are broadly in line with Auckland norms, meaning capital growth expectations, rather than yield alone, will likely drive total-return outcomes over time.

With a median age of 37 and a growing population of 4,245, Rosehill's demographic profile suggests ongoing rental demand, making it a suburb worth monitoring closely for investors with a medium-to-long-term horizon.

Pros
  • Solid median rent of $660/wk with an upper-quartile potential of $784/wk
  • Above-average median household income of $108,800 supports tenant affordability and rent stability
  • 44% renter rate provides a broad and consistent pool of prospective tenants
Cons
  • Gross yields of 3.1%–4.1% leave limited buffer for net cash flow once Auckland holding costs are applied
  • High entry prices relative to rent mean investors are reliant on capital growth to drive total returns
  • Two-bedroom median rent of $530/wk is notably lower than other configurations, which may affect returns on that property type
FAQ

Rosehill rental yield — common questions

The median weekly rent across all property types in Rosehill is $660 per week. Rents range from $590 per week at the lower quartile to $784 per week at the upper quartile, reflecting variation by property size and condition.
Based on the Auckland median price of $1,000,000, indicative gross yields in Rosehill range from 3.1% to 4.1%. Net yields will be lower once costs such as property management, rates, insurance, and maintenance are deducted.
In Rosehill, one-bedroom properties have a median rent of $650 per week, two-bedroom properties sit at $530 per week, and three-bedroom properties reach $660 per week. The relatively high one-bedroom figure may reflect strong demand for smaller, more affordable tenancies in the area.
Rental demand in Rosehill is supported by a 44% renter household rate within a population of 4,245. A median age of 37 and a median household income of $108,800 suggest a working-age, financially stable tenant demographic that is well placed to sustain current rent levels.
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