Haven range · Auckland
Granny flats in Auckland
Auckland is where the granny flat rules do the most work. Sections are big enough, rents are high enough, and the housing shortage is real enough that a compliant second dwelling pays for itself faster here than anywhere else in the country. It is also where the council charges are highest, which is why we quote them up front.
Rent that covers the build
A new one or two bedroom home in most Auckland suburbs rents at a level that makes the numbers work, and the table below shows the range.
Family under pressure
Parents who want to stay near the kids, adult children priced out of buying, and multigenerational households are the three most common reasons we see in Auckland.
Land already paid for
Older suburbs across East, South and West Auckland have back yards that were designed for a bigger city than the one that was built.
Three designs
One, two or three bedrooms, all inside the 70m² rule
SleekHaven 37
1 bedroom · 37m²
One bedroom with a walk in wardrobe, a proper bathroom, and an open kitchen, dining and living room. Built for a parent, an adult child, or a first rental.
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2 bedroom · 50m²
Two double bedrooms either side of the bathroom, and one long open room for kitchen, dining and living. Room for a couple, a small family, or two flatmates.
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3 bedroom + office · 70m²
Three bedrooms and an office. The master has its own ensuite and walk in wardrobe, and there is a second full bathroom. The largest home the exemption allows.
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What a granny flat rents for in Auckland
Indicative rent for a new granny flat in
| Design | Rent per week | Rent per year | Gross yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| SleekHaven 371 bedroom, 37m² | $390 to $450 | $20,280 to $23,400 | 13.1 to 15.1% |
| SleekHaven 502 bedroom, 50m² | $480 to $550 | $24,960 to $28,600 | 12.2 to 14.0% |
| SleekHaven 703 bedroom + office, 70m² | $650 to $690 | $33,800 to $35,880 | 12.8 to 13.5% |
Indicative ranges for a new, self-contained dwelling, as at September 2026. Actual rent depends on the suburb, the finish and the market at the time. Gross yield uses the Auckland from price incl GST for a standard install; other regions carry delivery charges. Not financial advice. Check current market rent on tenancy.govt.nz before you rely on a number.
Local rules
What is different about building in Auckland
- Development contributions
- Auckland Council charges a development contribution on a new dwelling. Smaller minor dwellings usually sit in a lower band, and the charge varies by location. It is in our quote, not a surprise after.
- Watercare
- A new connection attracts a Watercare infrastructure growth charge on top of the council charge. Also in our quote.
- The Unitary Plan
- Most residential zones allow a minor dwelling, and the national standard for detached minor units removes the need for a resource consent in many cases. Site coverage, height in relation to boundary and outdoor living space still apply, and we check them for your address.
- Access
- Cross-lease and rear sections are common in Auckland. A kitset goes where a crane cannot, which is one reason Haven is our main range here.
We deliver and build across East Auckland, Howick and Botany, Manukau and Papakura, Mt Wellington and Panmure, West Auckland, North Shore and Rodney and Franklin. Other regions: Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch.
Asked most often
Do I need a building consent in Auckland?
Not for a Haven under 70m² that meets the exemption conditions. You still apply to Auckland Council for a PIM before starting and lodge the completion documents after. We handle both.
Do I need a resource consent in Auckland?
Often not, because of the national standard for detached minor residential units, but Unitary Plan rules on coverage, height and outdoor space still apply. We check your address before you commit.
How much are the Auckland Council and Watercare charges?
They depend on where you are and the size of the dwelling. We price them for your specific address in the written quote so the all-in number includes them.
Price a Haven for your Auckland section.
Five quick questions, then a real person comes back with one all-in number including the local council charges.