Suburb Spotlight : Massey
Massey is a north-western suburb of Auckland which has increased in popularity as a place to call home for a number of exciting reasons. Great for families, life doesn’t get more convenient with its many large shopping centres and supermarkets. Also, the commute to the CBD just got a whole lot easier with road improvements that have shortened travel times.
Massey don’t often get the attention it deserves as it is not as heavily developed as some suburbs closer to the CBD. However, what it lacks in finesse, it makes up for in easy living and much more house for your money than other areas. It’s location will be the first thing to tempt you as it boasts fantastic motorway access that makes commutes to the city less stressful. The newly extended and upgraded State Highway 18, will surely designate Massey as one of Auckland's future growth areas. Running parallel to the motorway is a bike path that can be used for recreation, a good workout or a clever way to commute to your job.
Potential purchasers will be delighted when they see home pricing trends. You would be hard-pressed to find a better place in the Auckland vicinity where you could get a home of substantial size for around the $700K mark. In short, you can get much more home for your hard earned dollar in this suburb. Common here are double-story properties, large decks, gardens and lawns, professional fencing, plenty of space for kids to play, wide driveways, landscaping and even swimming pools.
If you are in need of a large rental property, this is where you want to start your search. Multi-bedroom homes run around $500 - $700 per week. Perfect for big families, Massey is calling your name if you are wanting ample space to roam in your home.
You have a number of major retailers just a stone’s throw from your home and anything you could possibly want to purchase is yours in minutes via a quick trip in the car. The Westgate shopping centre has Countdown, The Warehouse, a movie theatre, Noel Leeming and tonnes of other retailers. It even has meet and greets with Santa Claus and free ice skating around Christmas. The NorthWest Shopping Centre is a wonder to wander and with the endless number of stores and dining options you could even make an entire day of your visit. An ample number of supermarkets and food and vegetable shops will delight parents trying to get lunch boxes prepped and daily meals on the table.
Royal Heights is an especially sophisticated section close to this suburb, with homes that are luxurious in their amenities. You can secure lovely views over the Waitakere Ranges and you are near the water at the end of Royal Road and moments away from the beautiful Moire Park. There is a nearby medical centre should you ever need it. Often properties in the particular neighbourhood are either newly built or renovated and with the access to the motorway, it is a highly sought after section.
Ideal for families or couples in the planning stages, Massey has a preschool/kindy, primary school and a college. There are also many quality daycares and nearby childcare providers. Lots of sport options offer little ones the opportunity to learn football, rugby and cricket. There are family practice doctors close-by for easy check-ups. Load everyone into the car on a weekend and in just 15 minutes you can be at MOTAT or Auckland Zoo for a fabulous day of fun.
Massey’s location gives you access to a world of outdoor recreation. In close-by Hobsonville Point, you will find the amazing coastal walkway which is a near flat 5km, looping track that hugs the shoreline and then cuts across the township. Pack a picnic and your Saturday or Sunday is sorted! The famous Waitakere Ranges have endless walking trails, hikes and even waterfalls to take in a bit of Mother Nature. The black sand beaches are beckoning you at Muriwai and Piha and they are much closer than they would be if you lived in the CBD. Te Atu Peninsula walkway has wonderful views across the Waitematā Harbour towards Auckland City and is easy to navigate even with kids in tow.
