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Windsor Park Rental Yield 2026

Windsor Park is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied Auckland suburb where rental properties command a median of $800 per week. Indicative gross yields range from 3.8% to 4.9%, reflecting the suburb's position within Auckland's broader premium residential market.

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Median rent by bedroom

Windsor Park weekly rents

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

Median rent

$800/wk

Indicative gross yield range of 3.8%–4.9% 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 Windsor Park?

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

Median Rent

$800/wk

Rent Range

$730–$948

Renters

25%

Median Income

$71,400

Median Age

37 yrs

Population

1,713

Investor guide

Investing in Windsor Park

Who Rents in Windsor Park?

With 25% of households renting, Windsor Park skews towards owner-occupiers, which typically signals neighbourhood stability and well-maintained housing stock — a quality tenants value highly. The suburb's median age of 37 and median household income of $71,400 suggest a working-age, professional demographic capable of sustaining rents in the $730–$948 per week range.

Rental demand here tends to come from families and established professionals seeking a quieter residential setting with convenient access to North Shore amenities and arterial routes into central Auckland. This profile generally translates to longer tenancies and lower vacancy risk for landlords who price their properties sensibly within the quartile range.

Yields & Cash-Flow Considerations

At a median rent of $800 per week, Windsor Park properties generate solid gross income, with indicative yields sitting between 3.8% and 4.9% based on the Auckland median price of $1,000,000. Investors achieving rents toward the upper quartile of $948 per week will find themselves at the more attractive end of that yield range, improving cash-flow prospects meaningfully.

As with much of Auckland, net yields after rates, insurance, maintenance, and property management fees will be materially lower than gross figures suggest — investors should stress-test cash flow carefully. Interest rate movements and the relatively small rental pool in a suburb of 1,713 people also mean that void periods, though infrequent, can have an outsized impact on annual returns.

Investor Snapshot

Is Windsor Park a good place to invest?

Windsor Park offers the hallmarks of a low-drama, hold-and-appreciate investment: a stable owner-occupier majority, a median household income of $71,400 supporting strong rents, and a median weekly rent of $800 that positions it firmly in Auckland's upper-mid rental bracket. The indicative gross yield range of 3.8%–4.9% is broadly consistent with similar North Shore suburbs, making it competitive without being speculative.

Investors with a medium-to-long-term horizon who prioritise tenant quality and capital preservation over maximum yield are likely to find Windsor Park a rewarding addition to their portfolio.

Pros

Median rent of $800/wk with upper-quartile rents reaching $948/wk, supporting solid gross income
Stable, professional tenant demographic with a median household income of $71,400
Low renter proportion (25%) indicates a well-maintained, owner-occupier-led neighbourhood

Cons

Gross yields of 3.8%–4.9% leave limited margin once operating costs and mortgage servicing are factored in
Small suburb population of 1,713 means a limited rental pool and potentially longer re-letting periods
Entry prices anchored to the Auckland median of $1,000,000 require significant capital, increasing financing risk in a rising interest-rate environment

FAQ

Windsor Park rental yield — common questions

What is the median rent in Windsor Park?

The median weekly rent across all property types in Windsor Park is $800 per week. The lower quartile sits at $730 per week and the upper quartile at $948 per week, giving landlords a clear picture of where a competitively priced property should land.

What rental yields can I expect in Windsor Park?

Based on the Auckland median price of $1,000,000, indicative gross yields in Windsor Park range from 3.8% to 4.9%. Achieving rents at or above the $800 median will help push returns toward the upper end of that range, though investors should account for all ownership costs when calculating net yield.

What type of tenants rent in Windsor Park?

Windsor Park's median age of 37 and median household income of $71,400 point to a working-age, professional, and family-oriented renter base. With only 25% of households renting, competition for quality properties is meaningful, which tends to support consistent rent levels and reliable tenancies.

Is Windsor Park a high-demand rental area?

Windsor Park is a smaller suburb with a population of 1,713, so the absolute number of rental transactions is modest compared with larger Auckland suburbs. However, the suburb's income profile and relatively low renter proportion suggest that well-presented properties at the right price point — within the $730–$948 per week range — are unlikely to sit vacant for long.

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