Bethlehem

Bethlehem to the north of Tauranga (and handy to State Highway 2), is one of the Bay of Plenty's newer and fastest growing suburbs. Bethlehem properties are typically of a good standard and popular for buyers in the Tauranga real estate market.

The area was once known for its kiwifruit and citrus orchards, but there is now street after street of beautiful quality modern homes. Local real estate agents report $500,000 to $600,000 is a popular selling range. Properties are in high demand as the suburb has a quality reputation.

Major roads include Moffatt Rd, Beaumaris Boulevard, and Bethlehem Hts to name a few. The suburb intergrates with other housing subdivisions including St Andrews, Bethlehem Heights, Mayfield and Huntington.

Bethlehem is also home to many lifestyle properties accessed from Cambridge Road and Moffat Road. These properties offer country living yet are close to Tauranga's shops, services, and the new Bethlehem Town Centre. Residential developments include Oakridge, Westridge Estate, Miles Lane and River Oaks Drive.

House prices in Bethlehem range upwards from around $400,000. Some of the best homes are priced in the range from $500,000 to $800,000. And, property prices in Tauranga's Bethlehem don't stop there - there are some delightful properties for sale in the $1 million - $2 million range too. These are some of Tauranga's best homes.

Amenities in the area are good or very close by in Tauranga. There is a State primary school - Bethlehem Primary School; and the privately run Bethlehem College. Other local facilities in the suburb include the Shopping Centre, the Mills Reef Winery, a good Supermarket, a Garden Centre and Café.