Resido, Kiwi Property’s first build-to-rent (BTR) community officially opened today, giving tenants a chance to experience a fantastic new way of living. New Zealand’s biggest BTR development is located next to Auckland’s popular Sylvia Park.
The official opening event held this morning was attended by key project leaders, local iwi, and various dignitaries.
The event featured a performance by students from Sylvia Park School and the ribbon was cut by New Zealand Prime Minister, the Rt Hon Christopher Luxon. Resido’s first residents have already moved in, and prospective renters can visit the Resido website to book tours and check out floor plans.
Resido offers a new way of renting unlike anything most Kiwis have experienced before. It’s a community for renters only and has been created with the unique needs of these people in mind. At Resido, residents can make their houses their homes by painting a wall, hanging photos, or getting involved with a great range of events held on-site.
Kiwi Property Board Chair Simon Shakesheff with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon
Sylvia Park is Kiwi Property’s flagship mixed-use property. Kiwi Property National Assets Manager, Shelley Jenkin, says Resido is a game changer for those who don’t want to be locked down by the financial and time commitments involved in homeownership.
“This is renting that makes sense. We’re offering Kiwis more choice when it comes to housing, combining the flexibility of renting with the stability of home ownership and a true community feel.
Jenkin continues, “Resido has been many years in the making and we’re excited to officially cut the ribbon and open our doors to an exciting new community. Nestled in the centrally located and exciting neighbourhood of Mount Wellington, with all the brilliant amenities of Sylvia Park right next door, the perks of this community are numerous.
“We’re looking forward to moving in more members of our new community and creating a vibrant place for everyone to live and rent their way.”
The apartments are designed for the long term. Each one comes with brand new energy-efficient whiteware, many are adaptable for accessibility needs, and fully furnished apartments will be available from July.
Cats, dogs, birds and fish are also welcome, with an on-site dog walk and dog wash catering to furry friends. Resido’s gym, co-working space, rooftop barbeque, and media room will allow ample opportunity to get to know neighbours and create a buzzing community. The fantastic location of Sylvia Park means delicious eateries, entertainment and shopping are right on residents’ doorstep.
i2C Architects, Ryder Architecture and Ashton Mitchell were excited to see Resido open for residents to enjoy living in.
“Resido provides a high-quality residential experience that offers the convenience of inner-urban living with suburban community values. Resido is a well-considered vertical neighbourhood that encompasses the security of long-term living for all of its residents, including a pet club for those furry four-legged friends who have the luxury of daily plays in the spacious dog park run,” said Marcus Greening, Residential Design Lead for i2C Architects.
Sylvia Park’s build-to-rent development is comprised of 295 sustainably built residential apartments in three separate buildings, with basement car parks. Residents can choose from studio, or one, two, or three-bedroom apartments, to suit their lifestyle.
With an extensive range of restaurants, cafes and shops right next door, and a train station just around the corner, Sylvia Park build-to-rent apartments offer the convenience of modern community living.
