• Even though the average house price on the North Shore is now $1.218 million, it is still possible to buy a home there that qualifies for a first-home subsidy.

Pete Taylor, branch manager of Barfoot & Thompson Birkenhead, says the dream of an affordable home is obtainable for those willing to compromise.

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The key to buying an affordable first home on the North Shore is being prepared to do improvements or starting small.