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Tindalls-Matakatia Rental Yield 2026

Tindalls-Matakatia is a tightly held coastal community on Auckland's Hibiscus Coast, where strong household incomes and limited rental stock underpin a median weekly rent of $700. Indicative gross yields sit in the 2.7%–4.1% range, reflecting the premium that buyers place on this sought-after lifestyle location.

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Median rent by bedroom

Tindalls-Matakatia weekly rents

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

2 Bedroom

$475/wk

Indicative gross yield range of 2.7%–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 Tindalls-Matakatia?

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

Median Rent

$700/wk

Rent Range

$511–$784

Renters

22%

Median Income

$114,300

Median Age

37 yrs

Population

1,938

Investor guide

Investing in Tindalls-Matakatia

Who Rents in Tindalls-Matakatia?

With only 22% of households renting, Tindalls-Matakatia is predominantly an owner-occupier suburb — a characteristic common to premium coastal pockets north of Auckland's CBD. The rental pool tends to attract professional couples, small families, and sea-change relocators who value the area's relaxed coastal lifestyle but are not yet ready to purchase at local price points.

The suburb's median age of 37 and median household income of $114,300 point to a relatively affluent, working-age demographic. Tenants here typically expect well-presented, well-maintained homes, and vacancy periods can be short when properties are priced correctly given the constrained supply of rentals available.

Yields and Cash-Flow Considerations

Indicative gross yields of 2.7%–4.1% are modest by national standards, which is typical for lifestyle and coastal suburbs where capital-growth expectations are baked into purchase prices. The median weekly rent of $700 provides a meaningful income stream, though investors should stress-test cash flow carefully against financing costs at the lower end of the yield range.

The rent range of $511–$784 per week (lower to upper quartile) highlights meaningful variance across the suburb's property mix. Two-bedroom properties return a median of $475 per week, suggesting smaller dwellings trade at a relative discount to the overall median — worth considering when comparing entry-level purchase prices against achievable rents.

Investor Snapshot

Is Tindalls-Matakatia a good place to invest?

Tindalls-Matakatia appeals to investors with a long-term, capital-growth orientation rather than those seeking immediate yield. The combination of a high median household income of $114,300, low renter concentration of 22%, and a coastal lifestyle premium means property values are well supported, but gross yields of 2.7%–4.1% leave limited margin for error on leveraged purchases.

With a small population of 1,938 and constrained rental supply, well-presented properties that meet tenant expectations can achieve the upper end of the $511–$784 weekly rent range, making stock selection and presentation key levers for investor returns.

Pros

High-income tenant base with median household income of $114,300, supporting rental resilience
Low rental vacancy risk given only 22% of households rent, limiting competing supply
Median weekly rent of $700 reflects genuine demand for quality coastal properties

Cons

Gross yields of 2.7%–4.1% are at the lower end of the Auckland investor spectrum, compressing cash flow
Small rental market of roughly 1,938 residents means limited tenant pool and potentially longer re-letting periods
Two-bedroom properties at $475/wk median may underperform relative to purchase prices in this coastal market

FAQ

Tindalls-Matakatia rental yield — common questions

What is the median rent in Tindalls-Matakatia?

The median weekly rent across all property types in Tindalls-Matakatia is $700 per week. Rents span a lower quartile of $511 per week to an upper quartile of $784 per week, depending on the property's size, condition, and position.

What rental yield can I expect from a Tindalls-Matakatia investment property?

Based on the Auckland median price of $1,000,000, indicative gross yields in Tindalls-Matakatia range from 2.7% to 4.1%. Actual yields will vary depending on your specific purchase price and the rent achieved, so running property-level numbers is essential before committing.

What type of tenants rent in Tindalls-Matakatia?

Tindalls-Matakatia attracts a relatively affluent tenant demographic, consistent with the suburb's median household income of $114,300 and median age of 37. Renters are typically professionals or small families drawn to the coastal lifestyle, and they generally expect properties to be well-maintained and presented to a good standard.

Is the Tindalls-Matakatia rental market competitive?

With renters making up just 22% of households in a suburb of 1,938 people, the pool of available rental properties is relatively small. This limited supply can work in a landlord's favour when vacancy rates are low, though it also means investors must be realistic about re-letting timeframes if a tenancy ends unexpectedly.

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