
Puhoi
Welcome to Puhoi
Puhoi is unlike any other suburb, offering a rich blend of history, unique bohemian community spirit, and stunning rural tranquility. This historic village is famous for its cheese factory, the Puhoi Pub, and its deep Bohemian heritage, making it a truly unique place to call home. It provides a peaceful, creative lifestyle surrounded by rolling hills and the Puhoi River, offering a true rural escape with a dedicated, welcoming community.
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Historical Significance: Home to the historic Puhoi Pub, the famous Puhoi Valley Cheese Company, and the Puhoi Bohemian Museum—a community steeped in New Zealand-Czech history.
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Community Vibe: A tight-knit, artistic, and unique community that strongly values local events, heritage preservation, and the serene environment.
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Coastal Access: Offers river access for kayaking and canoeing, and is only a short drive to the beautiful coastlines of the Mahurangi and regional parks.
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Property Style: Predominantly lifestyle blocks, historic homes, and unique rural properties, appealing to those seeking space, character, and tranquility.
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Convenience: Excellent proximity to the new Puhoi motorway link, providing rapid access north to Warkworth and south to the Silverdale/Auckland network.
Puhoi Current Property Trends
The Puhoi market is defined by its scarcity and its desirability as a lifestyle haven near the city fringe. Demand is driven by buyers seeking unique acreage, character homes, and a strong sense of rural community. The market requires specialized knowledge regarding land zoning, rural valuations, and septic/water systems.
Median House Price
$1,230,000
Median House Price - Drop (last 3 years)
Down 17%
Average Days on Market
98 Days
Turnover (last 12 months)
2.6%
Total Number of Sales (last 12 months)
18 Sales
Median House Price - Drop (last 12 months)
Down 20%
Median House Price - Increase (last 5 years)
Up 37%
Total volume of Properties
698
Highest Sale Price
$1,980,000
Dollar Value of Total sales (last 12 months)
$22,271,000
Source: REINZ - December 2025