Open2view Wellington - New Zealand

03/06/2026

02/06/2026

Experienced Harcourts Wellington agent Jane Park Real Estate has a conversation with Roz Scott from Tickadeeboo home staging and styling, alongside her lovely seller Sam.

Images and video: David Von Garratt Open2view Wellington - New Zealand

28/05/2026

23/05/2026

A new proposed Wellington Airbnb tax?

Short Term Rental hosts already pay tax on profits and GST. Now the Council seems to be wanting to catch an extra income from this niche.
Is this a sly money grab that may eventually extend to longer term rentals also? Or possibly be applied in the future to the many people who run a business from home - Hairdressers, massage therapists, dressmakers, tutors, and child care providers?
Wellington City Council is proposing to charge Airbnb hosts commercial rates — around 2.6 times residential rates. For many ordinary hosts, that could take their rates bills as high as $30,000 a year, despite the average host only earning around $8,000 annually.
The reality is many hosts will simply exit the market.
That means fewer accommodation options for families and larger groups, and less capacity during major events like WOW, concerts, festivals, and big sporting weekends. This comes at a time when Wellington needs visitors the most.
This will drive up hotel prices and make Wellington less accessible for visitors.
Wellingtonian hosts actively encourage visitors to get out and experience the city — supporting local cafes, restaurants, bars, shops, and attractions. In 2022 alone, Airbnb guests spent $194 million while out and about in Wellington.
Nationally in 2025, Airbnb guest spending contributed $4.4 billion to the New Zealand economy, supporting around 33,000 jobs and $1.8 billion in wages.
We all want Wellington to thrive. This proposal risks pushing visitors — and their spending — out of Wellington.

Wellington Open2view franchise owner David Garratt chats with Super Host Julie Wilson about the proposed changes and why she thinks there may be a better option.

0:00 Intro3:30 What is a Short Term Rental (STR)?5:19 What changes is the Wellington City Council proposing?6:13 Is there a typical Airbnb host?8:32 The misc...

19/05/2026

Ever wondered what high end staging looks like?
Our Wellington property photographer David Garratt takes you on a quick walkthrough of a property that has been staged for sale.

06/05/2026

Open2view Feature Property

A Splendid 60's Sweetheart
2 Waipapa Rd, Hataitai

4 brms, 2 bthrms

More info: https://www.nz.open2view.com/properties/607278

On the market with Erin Rush - Wellington Real Estate
Harcourts Wellington

06/05/2026

Open2view Feature property

Check out this amazing Wadestown home.

Wraparound views in resort-like luxury.
Meticulously renovated to showcase a city-fringe lifestyle that feels more like a resort holiday, this opulent five-bedroom home is as spectacular as its harbour views and exceptionally sunny indoor-outdoor living. This is the benchmark to beat if you're seeking the ultimate in suburban perfection.

Proudly marketed by Jackie Farrell - Real Estate from Lowe & Co Realty

20 Roscoe Terrace, Wadestown, Wellington West, presented by Jackie Farrell, powered by Open2view ®

22/04/2026

🎉 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🎉

A big shout out and much appreciation to all of our admin teams and all of the office administrators who we work with throughout the real estate industry across New Zealand. You make great things happen!

Thank you for all the hard work you do! 🤩

22/04/2026

Day in the life of an Open2view Photographer
David Von Garratt from Open2view Wellington - New Zealand shows us the flow.

18/04/2026

Open2view Feature Property
117 Pirie Street, Mt Victoria

Historic Elegance with Modern Comfort

Rarely does a property emerge that so effortlessly bridges the gap between the romantic charm of yesteryear and the rigorous demands of modern living. 117 Pirie Street is that rare find,a home of strong architectural presence, meticulously renovated to offer an uncompromising lifestyle in the heart of Wellington's most coveted suburb.

Character & Craftsmanship Step inside to soaring high-stud ceilings adorned with intricate plasterwork cornices, where the sense of space and light is immediate. This isn't just a "face-lift"; a comprehensive 2005 renovation saw this home fully insulated and double-glazed, ensuring a whisper-quiet, thermally efficient sanctuary that stands head and shoulders above its peers.....

Click the pic for more info.

Proudly marketed by Vinay Kumar Real Estate Harcourts
Photographed by David Von Garratt
Video by Julius

117 Pirie Street, Mt Victoria, Wellington Central, presented by Vinay Kumar, powered by Open2view ®