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56 Clifton Terrace, Sumner, Christchurch City

Name: Open Home - 10:30am - 11:30am
Start: 2026-09-11T22:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-09-11T23:30:00.000Z
Location: 56 Clifton Terrace

Auction, 01 Oct 2026 11:00

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170m²

2,096m²

A Coast to Coast Original "as is, where is"

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Some homes are simply properties; others are a piece of Christchurch history. Dating back to 1904 and held by just three owners since the turn of the century, this character hilltop home on a whopping 2096sqm is quite unlike anything else. Surrounded by beautifully weathered dry-stacked stone walls and established trees, including several magnificent Norfolk pines, the property enjoys an extraordinary position overlooking Sumner Beach, Scarborough and the coastline stretching towards the Kaikoura's, with Cave Rock perfectly framed in the middle.

Inside, the character is everywhere. Extensive native timber, timber panelling, old fireplaces, ship-lapped doors, leadlights, pressed-metal features and French doors combine to create a home filled with warmth and personality. The upper level was added in the early 1990s by renowned Christchurch architect John Trengrove, along with the long conservatory/sunroom and its distinctive turret. There is also an outside studio on the grounds and a 2-bunk tree house, both with power.

The spacious master suite occupies the upper level and enjoys its own ensuite and sensational views. Two further bedrooms, a second bathroom, additional shower in the laundry and a small study or 'trophy room' provide plenty of flexibility for family living, guests or working from home.

Outside, drive-on access leads to a substantial triple-car garage with deck on top, while the property occupies three lots, offering exciting future possibilities for those looking at development potential.

The property is being offered in its current as is, where is condition, providing an exceptional opportunity for those with vision to develop, restore, or simply enhance its wonderfully individual character.

And there is one final piece to the story. The owner, founder of the Coast to Coast, after 15 heart attacks, has decided it is time to move off the hill and says it's someone else's turn to have the best view on Clifton Hill. Perhaps there could be no more fitting opportunity to create your own coastal lifestyle.

Please be aware that this information may have been sourced from Cotality, CCC, REINZ, LINZ & ECAN and we have not been able to verify the accuracy of the same.

NOTE: The property and all included chattels are being sold on an 'as is, where is' basis. Please refer to the Further Terms of Sale in the 'Agreement for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate' in the information pack. We recommend that you seek legal advice prior to entering into an agreement to purchase the property.

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Type

House

Property ID

FM8667

Listed on

10/09/2026

Updated

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Sat, 12 Sep

10:30AM - 11:30AM

Sun, 13 Sep

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Wed, 16 Sep

02:00PM - 03:00PM

Sat, 19 Sep

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Wed, 23 Sep

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Sat, 26 Sep

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Sun, 27 Sep

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Wed, 30 Sep

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 2 days (last updated on 10 September). OneRoof now estimates this property to be $1,495,000 and its latest rating valuation by Christchurch City council is $1,430,000 as of 2025. There are 7 3-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 18 properties for sale in Sumner.

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Sumner, Christchurch City

Sumner is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Christchurch, one of 116 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Sumner is the 47th largest suburb of Christchurch in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Sumner provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1890 - 1899. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 1990 - 1999. Residential housing stock in Sumner is made up of approximately 98% residential housing and 2% residential investment housing properties.

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