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Say goodbye to your landlord with these 5 affordable Christchurch do-ups

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These Christchurch do-ups offer great value for money and a chance to climb the property ladder

Say goodbye to your landlord with these 5 affordable Christchurch do-ups

A lot of do-ups are massive jobs that come with a hefty price tag and a disrupted life while work is being done. However, units and townhouses often offer the chance to get on the property ladder and add value through some straightforward interior facelifts and updating of kitchens and bathrooms. These properties all offer good value for money and are great a way to get a start in the market while you save for your dream home.

1. City buzz

Enjoy all the bonuses of living in the centre of Christchurch without breaking the bank. This bright and light 2-bedroom unit ticks all the boxes with the open-plan living area opening to a fully fenced courtyard with deck – just pop in a new kitchen and you’ll have the perfect entertaining hub.

The two bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and the heat pump and wall heater ensure you’ll be cosy all winter. Built of low-maintenance brick with a single garage this is a great option for those wanting to say goodbye to their landlord.

2. Starter pack

This Spreydon townhouse would be a great little starter for singles or couples looking to get on the property ladder. The lounge is roomy and light and you can easily add value by updating the tired kitchen and bathroom.

The master bedroom is spacious and the second bedroom would make an ideal home office or guest bedroom.

Solidly built and well maintained, some imaginative landscaping of the paved courtyard out the front will really transform this into an inviting space for entertaining. Your own designated carport completes the picture.

3. By the seaside

Beach living anyone? This honey of a unit offers a chance to enjoy the relaxed lifestyle that Sumner is known for without a huge price tag.

It’s been lovingly looked after and only needs an update of the kitchen and bathroom to reach its full potential.

The generous bedrooms are light and airy and both have those all-important built-in robes. The single lock up garage will also be handy for storage and, as the unit is at the rear of the block, you’ll be assured of privacy.

4. Reap the benefits

A lot of the hard work has been done on this well-presented 2 bedroom Papanui unit which has had a tasteful makeover with new paint and paper.

The generous open-plan living and dining area opens on to a charming landscaped courtyard and the kitchen has been given a smart update.

The work starts with giving the separate toilet and bathroom areas a total revamp to bring in a taste of luxe living and really raise the bar on this property. This is a great chance to get a foothold in this popular neighbourhood with shopping, bars and restaurants just a short stroll away.

5. Potential plus

Ok this isn’t a townhouse or unit – in fact this little three bedder in Northcote sits on a whopping 567m2 site – but it’s such a steal and a great project for first-home buyers who aren’t afraid of a bit of DIY.

The living area and bedrooms are spacious and will all benefit from some fresh paint and paper but it’s in the open-plan kitchen and dining area where you will really have some fun. At the moment it’s stuck in a time warp but it can easily be opened up to accommodate a central island and take its place as the heart of the home.