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33 Rossall Street, Merivale, Christchurch City

Auction, 03 Dec 2026 11:00

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1,690m²

Heathcote Helmore Heritage

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With only three owners in almost 100 years, this is a rare opportunity to become the next custodian of an exceptional Heathcote Helmore home.

Designed in 1933 by one of early Canterbury's most renowned architects, Heathcote Helmore, and set on an estate of 1690sqm facing north, this property is not just a magnificent family home, it is a legacy to protect for future generations. Carefully updated to create an exceptional setting for contemporary living while preserving the classical grandeur that makes it so very special, this is a home as traditional inside as out. With exquisite established gardens and a highly desirable address, strolling distance to Hagley Park and just minutes to Merivale Village and Victoria Street, it's little wonder this property has been tightly held by the current owners for more than 25 years.

Beyond the tall hedge, a classic exterior awaits. Helmore's signature Georgian and American Colonial style is evident with a wooden shingle roof and beautiful multi paned windows and doors, many still with bevelled glass intact. This is true Heathcote Helmore and pure delight to the eye!

Like those before them, these owners have maintained a glorious garden, long established and apparently once influenced by the late Sir Miles Warren, himself a talented garden designer. The site runs East to West with a long North boundary and a tennis court crossing the T at the top. Inside, all rooms face out to the garden with tranquil leafy views from each. A tantalising mixture of an English country garden and Italianate structure, abundant perennial planting overflows from deep herbaceous borders and manicured hedging is home to topiary and roses. High walls of lush green surround the grass tennis court, and a sparkling, azure-blue pool provides a refreshing contrast. An inground spa pool sits alongside. For vexillophiles, there is a magnificent flag pole standing sentry!

The interior could be taken from an issue of English House and Garden such is the opulent furnishings and lavish time-honoured décor. Hand in hand with modern tiled bathrooms and an exquisite Ingrid Geldof kitchen and scullery, this is a home with the best of both worlds. Three living areas plus kitchen and dining, provide for equal measures of quiet enjoyment and lively entertaining. A bedroom suite is slightly removed downstairs and opens out to the garden. Upstairs three bedrooms all have their own bathrooms. Ducted heating and a gas fire ensure comfort through the seasons. A Bose system supplies sound inside and outdoors. A storage loft above the garage is a bonus.

Our owners feel the time is right to downsize. We invite you to come and see all that is on offer here, but allow some time, as this is certain to be captivating.

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Property ID

CR58448

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09/11/2026

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 3 days (last updated on 9 November) and was last sold in 2000 for $900,000. OneRoof now estimates this property to be $2,950,000 and its latest rating valuation by Christchurch City council is $2,810,000 as of 2025. There are 8 4-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 70 properties for sale in Merivale.

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Merivale, Christchurch City

Merivale is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Christchurch, one of 116 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Merivale is the 27th largest suburb of Christchurch in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Merivale 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 1970 - 1979. Residential housing stock in Merivale is made up of approximately 98% residential housing and 2% residential investment housing properties.

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