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18 Mere Road, Hilltop, Taupō

$900,000 +

5

2

162m²

1,004m²

Timeless charm meets exceptional opportunity

Step back in time and experience a piece of Taupo’s history with this 1940’s bungalow, one of the original homesteads in the area, where character, craftsmanship and charm blend seamlessly with modern living potential. Constructed with the finest native timbers, the interior showcases exquisite joinery and doors, reflecting the level of detail and quality more often seen in top end contemporary homes.

This property offers flexibility and opportunity on multiple levels. The original homestead features three generously sized bedrooms, including a master with a large wardrobe and compact ensuite. A second bedroom opens directly to private outdoor entertaining areas, perfect for family living. The main lounge and master bedroom capture stunning views across Lake Taupo and the Tongariro National Park, while the elevated, corner section ensures privacy with neighbours only on two sides, complemented by well established boundary plantings.

A more recent addition includes double garaging connected to the home via a fully glazed atrium, with additional upstairs space previously used as an art studio — ideal for a work-from-home office or extra bedrooms. Outside, the property delights with paved outdoor living areas, established gardens and rock wall retaining.

Prime location, potential beyond the home - Centrally located within walking distance to the CBD, local shops, schools, Council parks and playgrounds, this property combines convenience with lifestyle.

The large 1,004sqm (more or less) freehold landholding presents further potential for redevelopment, with scope for up to three townhouses (subject to Council consent), making this a rare opportunity to secure not just a home, but a site with significant investment and lifestyle appeal.

This is a unique offering where timeless character, central location and development potential converge — a rare find in Taupo’s property market.

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Type

House

Property ID

2655857

Listed on

03/10/2025

Updated

3 days ago

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 65 days (last updated on 3 October) and was last sold in 2016. OneRoof now estimates this property to be $1,145,000 and its latest rating valuation by Taupō council is $1,190,000 as of 2022. This property has appeared in 3210 searches in the last 30 days. There are 5 5-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 24 properties for sale in Hilltop.

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Land area

1,004m²

Type of title

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Hilltop, Taupō

Hilltop is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Taupo, one of 32 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Hilltop is the 5th largest suburb of Taupo in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Hilltop provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1920 - 1929. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 1990 - 1999. Residential housing stock in Hilltop is made up of approximately 97% residential housing and 3% residential investment housing properties.

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