With 54 retirement villages available in Christchurch, there is no shortage of choice. Known as the Garden City, there is an abundance of tranquil settings for picnics with family, or peaceful walks through the park. Whether you are looking for independent living in a townhouse, or somewhere with comprehensive care facilities, there will be a village that appeals to your needs.
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Villages in Christchurch
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- 120 Hawthornden Road
- Avonhead
- Christchurch
Retirement Village
- 25 Steadman Road
- Riccarton Park
- Christchurch
Retirement Village
- 1 Horseshoe Lake Road
- Shirley
- Christchurch
Retirement Village
- 50 Acheron Drive
- Riccarton
- Christchurch
Retirement Village
- 123 Fendalton Road
- Fendalton
- Christchurch
Retirement Village
- 429 Papanui Road
- Strowan
- Christchurch
Why choose a retirement village in Christchurch?
Christchurch, located in the heart of Canterbury, offers a vast array of retirement living options, catering to diverse preferences and lifestyles. Whether you seek the leafy charm of Merivale and Fendalton, the vibrant energy of Riccarton and Papanui, or the beachside tranquillity of Sumner, Christchurch has it all. Beyond the city, the expanding town of Rolleston provides a blend of country roots and modern urban living, while Akaroa charms with its French-inspired architecture, and Kaiapoi offers a nod to its historic woollen mills. The picturesque Canterbury towns of Amberley, Ashburton, and Rangiora further expand the range of choices available.
Christchurch, a city of resilience and renewal, combines modern architecture and sustainable design with its traditional roots. The city boasts all the amenities you could desire, from shopping and dining districts to a state-of-the-art city library, theatres, concerts, and sports events. The vibrant suburbs, strengthened by community spirit post-earthquakes, mirror these offerings, providing a rich array of activities and services.
The wider Canterbury region features hot, dry summers and cool, crisp winters, with stunning views of the Southern Alps and the expansive Canterbury Plains. This diverse climate and landscape enhance the appeal of living in the region, where you can choose between villas, townhouses, and apartments, or opt for lifestyle villages with comprehensive care facilities.
Explore our website to find your ideal retirement community in Christchurch or the surrounding Canterbury towns. Whether you're drawn by the city's dynamic revival, the serene provincial settings, or the scenic beauty of the region, Canterbury offers a fulfilling retirement lifestyle to suit every taste.
What Retirement Villages have to offer
A retirement village is a community specially built to cater for the needs and lifestyle of older people. Choosing to live in a retirement village can be a great option for those wanting to maintain their independence while living among a like-minded community of people.
Research shows most people enjoy a high level of satisfaction when living in a lifestyle or retirement village. For residents, the benefits can be numerous; these may include giving you peace of mind, new and varied activities and interests, new friendships, and time to be able to spend on the things you most enjoy.
Villages vary greatly – you’ll notice different-sized villages, from very few units to some with hundreds; different types of units within the same complex; newer villages and older villages. You will discover the community offering a wide range such as swimming pool, bowling green and café. Eligibility age differs across villages too – some villages may allow residents to enter at 55 while others commonly have an entry age between 65 and 75.
As well as providing a range of different accommodation options, many villages now offer alternatives, such as care suites, which combine village offerings and residential care components. Make sure you visit a village more than once before you make a decision, and if possible visit more than one village to get a feel for how each has its own culture.
When you are ready to visit some retirement villages, our checklist may help you with your assessment.
All about Retirement Villages
A retirement village is a community specially built to cater towards the needs and lifestyles of older people. Many retirement villages offer units, villas, suites, or serviced suites. This gives you the option to choose to live independently within the village environment or to get extra help with cleaning or meal delivery.
What is a statutory supervisor?
All registered villages in New Zealand are required to have a Statutory Supervisor. Their role is to monitor the financial position of the village and the security of its residents. They are independent from the Village Manager and are regulated by the Financial Markets Authority. The Statutory Supervisor reports to...
What is a serviced apartment?
A serviced apartment, a common retirement village option, provides for the delivery of services to people who are paying privately for services. Commonly these people are reasonably independent. Services range from meals and cleaning services to, in some cases, high-end services such as a personal chef and chauffeur. High levels...
Mythbusting - Retirement Villages are expensive
Are Retirement Villages expensive? In short, the answer is ‘not always.’ There can be some very affordable homes within Retirement Villages, however, not all are priced at the affordable end of the market either. Just like real estate on the open market, Retirement Villages offer a range of options –...
What is a Retirement Village?
Retirement villages are an increasingly popular choice for older New Zealanders who want to live independently among a like-minded community of people. But what exactly is a retirement village, and what should you expect if you decide to move into one? Under Section 6 of the Retirement Villages Act 2003,...
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Home and Community
Fully independent and living at home. There are many services to make life at home easier.
Retirement Village
Independent living in a purpose built property with varying levels of support.
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The full service options for all the support and levels of care you could need.
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Rawhiti Estate - Independent Living - Retirement Village
What's Happening... Library Visit- fortnightly 1 st and 3 rd week Weekly Communion- Saturday morning [Catholic] Shopping – fortnightly 2 nd week and 4 th week Pastoral Visits - 3 rd Thursday of the month- at 2pm in Upland Library [Anglican] 4th Thursday of the month -at 2pm in Upland...

Oracle at Highgate - Retirement Village
The lounge located on the ground floor is a popular destination for our residents to come together for various activities and social events; as shared but one of our residents, " t he common areas are particularly well planned , luxurious and enjoyable places to relax and to meet up...

Apārangi Village - Retirement Village
Apārangi Village is currently in the process of building 3 brand new homes, with the first ready in May 2025. These two bedroom, modern homes will be available for viewings soon, and we look forward to welcoming new residents into the village. With 7 more new homes planned in the...

The Sterling, Kaiapoi - Retirement Village
Excitement is mounting at The Sterling, Kaiapoi as construction officially begins on the highly anticipated amenities building; an essential step toward completing the thriving North Canterbury retirement village. Designed to be the heart of The Sterling, Kaiapoi community, the new amenities building will house the village’s reception, a clubhouse, lounge,...