Sweet Castle Ltd Review and Analysis
Author: Andrew Nicol
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Key data for Sweet Castle Ltd
Key data for Sweet Castle Ltd
Property consented in the last 12 months
420.0%
26
Average build price
$443,985
Average square meter
-23.0%
134m²
Number of reviews on Google
18
Average review rating
4.3 Stars
Developer started
2011
The data comes from sources we believe to be reliable, including BCI and Google's reviews. However, if you spot an error, please email andrew.nicol@opespartners.co.nz
Andrew's Insights
Sweet Castle has appeared in New Zealand building consent data since 2011, and has had 133 homes consented in that time.
Over the last 12 months, Sweet Castle consented 26 homes, up 420% on the year before. That makes it the joint 72nd busiest developer in our database, where the median developer consented 16 homes.
The busiest year for Sweet Castle was 2020, with 27 homes consented, and its latest 12 months are 4% below that peak.
Market insights: Number of Consents
Years are for the 12 months to September
Andrew's Insights
Over the last 12 months, the average Sweet Castle property cost $443,985 to build. That's down 5% on five years ago.
At about $3,313 per square metre, Sweet Castle is more expensive than most developers. The median across the developers we track is about $2,957 per square metre.
Market insights: Average Build Price
Years are for the 12 months to September
Andrew's Insights
Over the last 12 months, the average Sweet Castle property was 134 square metres, down 23% on the year before. That's about the same as the median of 136 square metres across the developers we track.
Market insights: Property Size
Years are for the 12 months to September
Reviews
Google reviews
4.3
4.5/5 stars18 Reviews
- Henky BehrWe couldn’t be happier with our experience working with the developer, Forrest, and the team at Sweet Castle, Joyce and River. From start to finish, they have been exceptional. The quality of the home they built for us is incredible. Their attention to detail is second to none, and it truly shows in every corner of the house. The finishes are of a remarkably high standard with German appliances and tapware, beautiful Spanish benchtops, and thoughtfully integrated features like security cameras all come together to create a home that feels amazing to live in. What impressed us just as much as the build quality was the service throughout the entire process. The team was incredibly helpful, responsive, and easy to deal with at every stage, from initial discussions right through to after-sale support. Their professionalism and willingness to go above and beyond made the whole journey smooth and stress-free. A particularly telling endorsement came from a close friend of ours who worked for many years as a project manager in the building industry. He commented that he has rarely seen such a high level of quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. We are truly grateful to Forrest and the entire Sweet Castle team for delivering not just a house, but a home that exceeds our expectations in every way. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-tier quality and service.5/5 stars
- DamianIt’s been half a year living in a new built stand alone home by Sweet Castle. It’s a beautiful and nicely built home and we are loving the home. One of the things I like about the house is that the edges of the walls are all made as rounded edges where it’s smooth and safe for kids. These sort of details are the details that makes your home worth. The service from Sweet Castle is something that I wanted to mention as well. Joyce has been excellent in providing such great service even after settlement. She was quick to respond and helped us in many ways for the things that we wanted for them to come and have look into. I recommend looking at homes that’s built by Sweet Castle if you are looking for a home to settle.5/5 stars
- Lea ValdezWe are beyond impressed with the craftsmanship and dedication shown by the Sweet Castle team. Our new home was clearly built with both love and expertise, and we are absolutely loving every moment in it. A huge thank you to Forrest, Joyce, Joy, and Iris. They were incredibly approachable, trustworthy, and patient. As first-time homebuyers, we had endless questions, but they guided us with clear information and genuine kindness. They didn't just build a house; they made our first home-buying experience a truly wonderful memory. We highly recommend them 👏5/5 stars
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