One Summer Day Auction Results Signal Strong Start to the 2026 Property Market
Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere and Mangere Bridge have kicked off 2026 with a powerful statement, achieving more than $31 million in property sales at their flagship mega auction event, One Summer Day Held on Wednesday, 28th January 2026, the event saw 53 properties go under the hammer, delivering a 68 per cent clearance rate and setting a confident tone for the year ahead in the South Auckland property market.
$31 Million Sold at Ray White’s One Summer Day Mega Auction
One Summer Day brought together motivated buyers and sellers in a high-energy auction environment, reinforcing the strength of the auction method when executed at scale. According to Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere and Mangere Bridge director Adam Thomson, the results provided early clarity on market conditions for 2026.
“One Summer Day has set a very clear benchmark for how the 2026 market is shaping up. Achieving a 68 per cent clearance rate and over $31 million in sales tells us buyers are not only active, but they’re decisive.”
Buyer Confidence Returns to the South Auckland Auction Market
Competition was strong throughout the day, with a total of 675 bids placed from an average of 4.4 registered bidders per property.
In total, 233 registered bidders participated across the event.
Director Tom Rawson said the level of engagement demonstrated a meaningful shift in buyer confidence.
“With 233 registered bidders participating across the day, One Summer Day showed buyer confidence returning in a meaningful way.
Early-year activity like this provides clear price discovery and sets momentum for the year ahead.”
$31 Million Sold at Ray White’s One Summer Day Mega Auction
One Summer Day brought together motivated buyers and sellers in a high-energy auction environment, reinforcing the strength of the auction method when executed at scale. According to Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere and Mangere Bridge director Adam Thomson, the results provided early clarity on market conditions for 2026.
“One Summer Day has set a very clear benchmark for how the 2026 market is shaping up. Achieving a 68 per cent clearance rate and over $31 million in sales tells us buyers are not only active, but they’re decisive.”
One Summer Day brought together motivated buyers and sellers in a high-energy auction environment, reinforcing the strength of the auction method when executed at scale. According to Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere and Mangere Bridge director Adam Thomson, the results provided early clarity on market conditions for 2026.
“One Summer Day has set a very clear benchmark for how the 2026 market is shaping up. Achieving a 68 per cent clearance rate and over $31 million in sales tells us buyers are not only active, but they’re decisive.”
Buyer Confidence Returns to the South Auckland Auction Market
Competition was strong throughout the day, with a total of 675 bids placed from an average of 4.4 registered bidders per property.
In total, 233 registered bidders participated across the event.
Director Tom Rawson said the level of engagement demonstrated a meaningful shift in buyer confidence.
“With 233 registered bidders participating across the day, One Summer Day showed buyer confidence returning in a meaningful way.
Early-year activity like this provides clear price discovery and sets momentum for the year ahead.”
Competition was strong throughout the day, with a total of 675 bids placed from an average of 4.4 registered bidders per property.
In total, 233 registered bidders participated across the event.
Director Tom Rawson said the level of engagement demonstrated a meaningful shift in buyer confidence.
“With 233 registered bidders participating across the day, One Summer Day showed buyer confidence returning in a meaningful way.
Early-year activity like this provides clear price discovery and sets momentum for the year ahead.”
Standout Auction Results from One Summer Day
One of the most competitive auctions of the day was 38 McFadzean Drive, Blockhouse Bay, marketed by Ray White Manukau agents Monika Maynard and Aryaan Batra.
The property attracted 49 bids over just 11 minutes, with four active bidders competing before the home sold under the hammer for $1.68 million.
Vendor Sue Austin, who grew up in the home after it was built by her parents 63 years ago, said the sale marked the end of a meaningful chapter.
“My sister and I both were married and left the house, but we always came back to visit.
We had such a wonderful upbringing. It was always a happy house.
It will be very sorely missed, but we have all of the memories we can cherish.”
Ray White New Zealand head auctioneer Sam Steele described the result as a strong indicator of the year ahead.
“Forty-nine bids in eleven minutes is not just a strong result — it’s a clear indication of buyer confidence heading into 2026.”
Top Sales and High-Interest Listings
The top result of the day was achieved at 401 Redoubt Road, Totara Park, which sold under the hammer for $1.853 million, marketed by James McGregor and Kris Khatri.
The auction recorded 27 bids over six minutes, with two active bidders competing strongly.
Two properties also shared the highest number of registered bidders, with 14 registered bidders each:
9 Samara Place, Clendon Park, marketed by Amy Nguyen
16 Hamilton Road, Papatoetoe, marketed by Ben Palavi
Standout Auction Results from One Summer Day
One of the most competitive auctions of the day was 38 McFadzean Drive, Blockhouse Bay, marketed by Ray White Manukau agents Monika Maynard and Aryaan Batra.
The property attracted 49 bids over just 11 minutes, with four active bidders competing before the home sold under the hammer for $1.68 million.
Vendor Sue Austin, who grew up in the home after it was built by her parents 63 years ago, said the sale marked the end of a meaningful chapter.
“My sister and I both were married and left the house, but we always came back to visit.
We had such a wonderful upbringing. It was always a happy house.
It will be very sorely missed, but we have all of the memories we can cherish.”
Ray White New Zealand head auctioneer Sam Steele described the result as a strong indicator of the year ahead.
“Forty-nine bids in eleven minutes is not just a strong result — it’s a clear indication of buyer confidence heading into 2026.”
Top Sales and High-Interest Listings
The top result of the day was achieved at 401 Redoubt Road, Totara Park, which sold under the hammer for $1.853 million, marketed by James McGregor and Kris Khatri.
The auction recorded 27 bids over six minutes, with two active bidders competing strongly.
Two properties also shared the highest number of registered bidders, with 14 registered bidders each:
9 Samara Place, Clendon Park, marketed by Amy Nguyen
16 Hamilton Road, Papatoetoe, marketed by Ben Palavi
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With early signs pointing to renewed buyer confidence, now is an ideal time for homeowners to explore Auction as a selling strategy.
To learn more about our Auction events or to request an appraisal, contact the Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere or Mangere Bridge team today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
One Summer Day is Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere & Mangere Bridge’s flagship mega Auction event, bringing together dozens of properties into a single, high-energy auction day designed to maximise buyer competition.
More than $31 million in property was sold, with 53 properties going under the hammer and a 68 per cent clearance rate.
Mega auctions create urgency, attract more registered bidders, and provide strong price discovery by concentrating buyer demand into one event.
Early results from One Summer Day suggest buyer confidence is returning, making auction a highly effective strategy for sellers in the current market.
Homeowners can contact Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere or Mangere Bridge to discuss campaign timing, marketing strategy, and upcoming Auction opportunities.
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