Rent & Property Prices in Wellington
The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Wellington, New Zealand is $1,291. We track 6 items in this category — see the full breakdown below.
All prices in USD; switch currency above the table.
On this page 4 sections
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Rent & Property Prices in Wellington: price table | 6 items with median prices and high–low ranges. |
| Compare to similar cities | Cities with comparable cost tier and region. |
| Other categories in Wellington | Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more. |
| Housing FAQs for Wellington | Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence. |
Rent & Property Prices in Wellington
Apartment rent and property purchase price per square meter.
| Item | Median | Range (low–high) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $1,291 | $1,164 – $1,551 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $1,239 | $955 – $1,468 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $2,270 | $1,909 – $2,625 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $1,841 | $1,748 – $2,088 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | $6,949 | $5,370 – $8,533 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | $3,987 | $3,416 – $7,757 |
- 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $1,291$1,164 – $1,551
- 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $1,239$955 – $1,468
- 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $2,270$1,909 – $2,625
- 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $1,841$1,748 – $2,088
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre $6,949$5,370 – $8,533
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre $3,987$3,416 – $7,757
Other categories in Wellington
Housing in Wellington: FAQs
- How much does housing cost in Wellington?
- The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Wellington, New Zealand is around $1,291. See the table above for the full breakdown across 6 items.
- Are these housing prices in USD?
- Yes — every price on this page is normalized to US Dollars. Use the currency switcher above the table to convert to your local currency.
- How current is the housing data for Wellington?
- Prices were last refreshed on May 11, 2026. We refresh from public price databases on a scheduled cadence.
- What's not included on this page?
- This page focuses on housing. For an end-to-end monthly budget — rent + food + utilities + transit — see the Wellington main cost-of-living page.