PHOTO: RICKY WILSON/STUFF The auction room was possibly filled with observers, rather than bidders.
The auction was to “test the market”, but it was more for people “being nosy”.
One of three sections at the new Rose Manor subdivision sold at auction on Wednesday, but neither the developer nor the auctioneer said they were surprised.
A 850-square metre section sold for $252,000, above the reserve price.
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