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20 Michael Street, Rakaia, Ashburton

Name: Open Home - 03:00pm - 03:30pm
Start: 2026-03-01T02:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-03-01T02:30:00.000Z
Location: 20 Michael Street

Deadline Sale 18th Mar

4

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150m²

1,367m²

The Quarter-Acre Dream – Dialled Up

Deadline Sale 18th March Closing 4pm ( Unless Sold Prior) Set on a generous 1367m² section in Rakaia, this 150m² four-bedroom home strikes a confident balance between personality and practicality. Rich textures, layered accents and thoughtfully chosen colour palettes create a distinctive interior presence, while the expansive grounds elevate the lifestyle factor in a way that’s becoming increasingly hard to find.The living room is centred around a fireplace that adds warmth through the cooler Canterbury months. Large windows draw in natural light, while the adjoining dining area connects easily to the kitchen. Here, timber cabinetry, open shelving, tiled splashback, quality appliances and strong visual styling create a space that feels curated and functional. A skylight enhances the natural light, and the adjoining sun room offers flexibility as a second lounge, hobby space or quiet retreat.Four bedrooms branch off the central hallway. Two include built-in wardrobes, while the remaining rooms provide adaptable quarters for family, guests or workspace. The bathroom is a standout feature, fully tiled with patterned flooring, a freestanding bath, glass shower and twin vanities. A separate WC and dedicated laundry add everyday practicality.Outdoors, the property truly opens up. A large entertainer’s deck flows to expansive lawns, raised planter boxes, greenhouse and established fruit trees. The covered patio and sheltered spa area extend usability year-round. The section is fully fenced and gated, offering security and peace of mind, with a standalone garage and ample off-street parking.Rakaia is known for its iconic salmon fishing, strong community feel and easy access to Ashburton and Christchurch via SH1. With local schooling, cafés and everyday amenities close by, it delivers lifestyle and convenience. If you’ve been searching for something one-of-a-kind, this could be it. Contact Dulcie Ellis

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House

Property ID

16351

Listed on

21/02/2026

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Sun, 1 Mar

03:00PM - 03:30PM

Sat, 7 Mar

03:00PM - 03:30PM

Sun, 15 Mar

03:00PM - 03:30PM

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 3 days (last updated on 21 February). OneRoof now estimates this property to be $530,000 and its latest rating valuation by Ashburton council is $480,000 as of 2024. There are 4 4-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 16 properties for sale in Rakaia.

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Floor area

148m²

Land area

1,366m²

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Rakaia, Ashburton

Rakaia is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Ashburton, one of 21 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Rakaia is the 7th largest suburb of Ashburton in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Rakaia provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1880 - 1889. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 2000 - 2009. Residential housing stock in Rakaia is made up of approximately 77% residential housing , 1% residential investment housing and 22% lifestyle properties.

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