University suburb west of CBD. Canterbury University, Riccarton Bush, shopping mall, and student-friendly.
Commute to Center
15 min
bus
Safety Rating
4/5
SafeVibe
Monthly rent in NZD ($). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.
| Apartment Size | First-Hand Rent | Second-Hand Rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 - $1,700/mo | $1,600 - $1,900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,800 - $2,200/mo | $2,000 - $2,400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,200 - $2,700/mo | $2,400 - $2,900/mo |
5 min walk to center
1BR from $1,700/mo
10 min bus to center
1BR from $1,800/mo
10 min bus to center
1BR from $1,600/mo
12 min bus to center
1BR from $1,700/mo
10 min bus to center
1BR from $1,500/mo
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The salary that comfortably covers life in Christchurch, Riccarton included.
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