An Artist Lived Here. What Will You Create?
Deadline Sale
OPEN HOME TIMES
| Sat 7 Nov 2026 |
12:30pm to 1:00pm |
| Sun 8 Nov 2026 |
12:30pm to 1:00pm |
OPEN HOMES:
Sat, 7 Nov 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Sun, 8 Nov 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Some homes are measured in bedrooms and bathrooms. Others are remembered for the lives lived within them. At 2 Kaniere Avenue, you get both.
Even the address has a story. One recorded interpretation of Kaniere connects 'kani' with the patient, skilled work of preparing pounamu before it was shaped into tools and ornaments. It speaks of craftsmanship and transformation—especially fitting for a home belonging to an established artist.
Built by Horncastle Homes, the property development and building company operating at the time.
The current vendor's Korean heritage and artistic life have also shaped this home's story. For her, it has always been a place of peace, safety, creativity and love—a home with positive energy and an individual character that could never be copied from a catalogue.
Two children grew up here and became adults. The family has loved the location and filled these rooms with celebrations, creativity and lasting memories. Now, with their children grown, the owners are downsizing to spend more time with their grandchildren.
Leaving will not be easy, but the creative baton is ready to pass.
Built in permanent materials, this substantial home offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms and generous living and dining spaces filled with natural light.
New carpet & new laminate flooring, a new heat pump and a gas fire provide a comfortable head start.
The kitchen is large, bright and practical, with twin sinks, gas cooking, a Fisher & Paykel oven and dishwasher, and generous pantry storage. It works well today, while its size offers exciting scope for a future refresh. The room is already here—you need to decide how you would make it shine.
The spacious master bedroom includes an ensuite and an L-shaped walk-in wardrobe with extensive shelving. Three further bedrooms provide options for children, guests, working from home or the creative studio you have always promised yourself.
A family bathroom with a full bath, floating vanity, heated towel rail and updated heater is complemented by a separate toilet.
Two double-glazed stacker doors open onto an expansive tiled veranda beneath an established grapevine. Picture long lunches, pots overflowing with colour and relaxed evenings that continue well after sunset.
The mature garden and goldfish pond add personality and possibility. It needs fresh energy, but the foundations are here for someone with green thumbs, good ideas and confidence with a pair of secateurs.
Property highlights include:
Built by Horncastle Homes, with owner input during construction.
Four bedrooms and family bathroom with bath.
Master bedroom with ensuite and L-shaped walk-in wardrobe.
Generous, light-filled living and dining.
Large kitchen with gas cooking and excellent storage.
New carpet and updated new laminate flooring.
New heat pump and gas fire.
Expansive tiled veranda beneath an established grapevine.
Mature gardens and goldfish pond.
Double garage with automatic door opener.
Two additional off-street parking spaces.
Fully fenced section with gated access.
Bosch alarm and entry security cameras.
Outdoor power supply.
Convenient access to local shops, Wycola Park and the wider Hornby shopping area
This home has already held art, culture, childhood, family celebrations and years of love. Now it is ready to hold someone else's story.
Here is the challenge: walk through the rooms and tell me what you see.
Would you refresh the kitchen, introduce bold colour, create a studio or transform the garden? Where would your family gather? What would you preserve, and what would you make entirely your own?
The artist is passing on the canvas. What will you create?
This is one to experience in person. Come to the open home and bring your ideas.
I'll bring the keys. You bring the vision.
Leah Scott | Total Realty
Please be aware that this information has been sourced from third parties including Property-Guru, RPNZ, regional councils, and other sources and we have not been able to independently verify the accuracy of the same. Land and Floor area measurements are approximate and boundary lines as indicative only.
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Please be aware that this information has been sourced from third parties including Property-Guru, RPNZ, regional councils, and other sources and we have not been able to independently verify the accuracy of the same. Land and Floor area measurements are approximate and boundary lines as indicative only.
