Auction: 34 Shortland Street, City on Wednesday 25 February 2026 at 10:00AM (unless sold prior)
Former home to esteemed Auckland artist Russell Lodge, this admirable coastal residence carries an artisanal gravitas seldom found in homes of this calibre. A meaningful slice of St Heliers history, its respected provenance is evident in the craftsmanship, scale, and enduring sense of presence.
The weatherboard, multi-gabled home with its pitched tile roof pays homage to the romantic architectural language of the 1930s. Leadlight windows, intricate cornices, native timber floors, and original joinery speak to an era when artistry and craftsmanship were paramount. Thoughtful modernisations have been seamlessly layered, preserving the home's heritage while elevating everyday comfort.
Zoned for sought-after local schools and positioned in one of Auckland's most tightly held coastal communities, the property is further enhanced by a rare concurrent offering, a separately titled rear site, delivering exceptional flexibility across a combined landholding of approximately 1,119sqm.
The offering includes:
- Main residence: A substantial 313sqm (approx.) character home set on Lot 1 of approximately 494sqm, with multiple living areas and enduring architectural presence.
- Home & income flexibility:
- Lower-level bedroom with kitchenette, ideal for extended family, Airbnb, or a privacy-seeking teenager.
- Self-contained studio apartment above the garage with balcony and independent access.
- Rear section: A freehold 625sqm (more or less) site on separate title (12A), with services in situ and allocated driveway access, an exceptional development, landbank, or future-build opportunity.
- Titles: Offered together, creating a compelling multi-option investment and lifestyle proposition.
This exceptionally rare offering presents multiple pathways forward. Visionary buyers may choose to landbank, extend the graceful Tudor Revival residence, develop the rear site, or hold as a blue-chip home and income, unlocking the full potential of a property defined by heritage, scale, and enduring value.
