Simplicity Living has been granted resource consent for its latest Build to Rent development in the heart of Northcote, Auckland. Construction of the 93 long-term homes is set to begin in November 2025, with completion expected by the third quarter of 2027.
The scheme is set to support over 400 workers, including contractors and suppliers – creating meaningful employment and helping address the urgent need for quality, affordable housing. Residents will also enjoy shared work-from-home lounges and spaces designed for modern living.
“This is our first project on the North Shore. It’s in a great location – close to a supermarket, shops, schools, public transport and parks. Funding via Simplicity’s KiwiSaver and Investment funds helps make it happen.”
Shane Brealey, Managing Director, Simplicity Living
This is Simplicity Living’s first development on the North Shore. With a restored awa (stream), improved schools and upgraded infrastructure, including parks, playgrounds, safer streets and more resilient stormwater and wastewater systems, Northcote is becoming a desirable place to live and work.
A new town centre is also underway, designed to offer more welcoming public spaces and essential services for the growing community.
“This is the kind of thing KiwiSaver should be investing in. It’s a long-term, stable investment for our members that also helps deliver warm, dry homes for Kiwi families.”
Sam Stubbs, Managing Director, Simplicity Living
Simplicity Living homes are built with a 150 plus year design life, high thermal, acoustic and fire safety standards, and sustainability features such as solar panels, EV chargers, rainwater harvesting and extensive landscaping.
Every apartment rented also supports native tree planting through charity partner Trees That Count. Once fully occupied, this development will fund the planting of 4,836 native trees each year – helping regenerate nature throughout New Zealand.
By the end of 2025, Simplicity Living expects to have 982 homes under construction across multiple sites, supporting around 2,000 workers on and off-site.
