Ockham Residential is a market leader in Auckland's development community. Since starting out in 2009, we’ve completed 19 major residential apartment developments across the city. Developments such as Daisy in Mt Eden, The Isaac in Grey Lynn and Hobsonville’s Bernoulli Gardens have won accolades from critics and buyers alike.

Our vision is a simple one – to build beautiful buildings that people like and want to live in. We call ourselves ‘urban regenerators’ – we want to play our part in making the new Auckland work, without losing the charm of the old. And so we see housing as infrastructure, the building blocks of community. We love Auckland: we believe it is one of the most naturally graceful cities in the world. The challenge is to try and ensure our built city is as stunning as its natural setting.

Ockham Construction. As part of our commitment to the highest possible standards, Ockham Residential has its own construction arm. Ockham Construction has completed major projects including Daisy in Mt Eden, Tuatahi and Modal in Mt Albert, Kōkihi in Waterview, Aroha in Avondale, The Greenhouse in Grey Lynn, Koa Flats in Meadowbank, Aalto in Morningside and Manaaki in Onehunga.

There are 14 apartments in Station M all up.

There is a vendor development condition in the sale and purchase agreement. We expect construction to start in the second quarter of 2025.

And Station M – constructed of reinforced concrete and steel and built to the latest engineering and earthquake standards – will be no exception.

Our apartments are built to last. Floors are concrete and the inter-tenancy walls (walls between apartments) are designed to provide excellent acoustic privacy. All apartments are double-glazed, have high ceilings, over height doors and are fitted out to a very high standard. Each comes with an appliance package, which includes an fridge/freezer, oven, induction cooktop, dishwasher, rangehood, and either a washer/dryer combo or separate washer and dryer.

We hope to get underway in Q2 2025 and anticipate completion in mid 2026.

We hear you – it’s a complicated process with a fair bit of paperwork to get through. We’ve prepared a step-by-step guide to the Sales Process which explains the sequence of things. But we encourage you to take your time and do your own research. Settled, the government’s advisory website, is an excellent source of independent, Plain English info.

Yes, of course! We have a sales suite at 20 Williamson Avenue, Grey Lynn. We have a scale-model of the development along with all the plans and sample boards.

To secure an apartment, you need to sign a conditional sale and purchase agreement and pay a 10% deposit. Our agreement provides a ten-working-day ‘due diligence’ period, which gives your lawyer an opportunity to review the agreement and other documentation. It also gives you time to seek advice about finance and to do any other homework to make an informed decision. Once you’re satisfied with your ‘due diligence’, you’d then instruct your lawyer to make the agreement unconditional. As with any property purchase, it’s essential potential buyers seek their own legal and financial advice before signing the contract.

Yes, our sale and purchase agreement provides a ten-working-day ‘due diligence’ timeframe. During this time your lawyer will review the agreement and related documents and you can seek advice about finance for the purchase. It is also an opportunity to do any other homework so you’re well-informed and ready to proceed. If you change your mind, you can walk away without penalty (and without having to give a reason).

Absolutely. All deposits are held in trust by Ockham Residential’s lawyer until settlement (when the building is finished and Code of Compliance Certificate (CCC) /  titles issued). While your deposit is held within the trust account, you will receive any interest. Ockham cannot use the deposit funds to complete the development.

Yes, Station M apartments will have a Stratum in Freehold title, sometimes referred to as a unit title.

No, once you’ve paid your 10% deposit, you don’t have to pay the balance until settlement. Settlement takes place once the building is complete and the Titles and Code of Compliance Certificate (CCC) have been issued. At that time our lawyer will provide yours with a 10-working-day settlement notice.

No, the price stated in the Sale and Purchase Agreement (when you pay your 10% deposit) is the full price you’ll pay for your apartment.

We’re big fans of bikes at Ockham and Station M has bike racks on most of the carparks.

Residents' lounge and kitchenette to share a meal with friends and family and then move out to the stunning north facing pool area.

Yes, as with all apartment developments, Station M will have a Body Corporate. We’ve worked closely with Crockers to develop a comprehensive Body Corporate budget and Body Corporate rules. Our sales team will take you through this. But a good primer is this interview our sales team did with Helen O'Sullivan from Crockers.

Yes. All apartment owners can run for election to the Body Corporate Committee.

The estimated body corporate levies for each apartment are available in our purchaser information pack online or in the sales suite. At this stage the figures are estimates, based on a draft budget prepared by Crockers. The final budget will be set just prior to settlement and the first levy will be paid with your settlement statement (the body corporate will need funds upfront to get all the essentials such as insurance in place). The timing of subsequent payments will then be agreed at the first body corporate meeting.

In addition to the annual Body Corporate levy, apartment owners will need to pay Auckland Council rates (these are paid directly to council). Water and power are individually metered so you pay for what you use. Building insurance is included in your body corporate fee, but you’ll need to get your own contents insurance.

Ockham Residential’s buildings are constructed from time-proven durable building products and comply with the latest engineering standards. We have a track record of quality developments and maintain a connection to the buildings – and communities – we’ve become a part of. We operate a 90-day maintenance period from the date of settlement. If there are any issues or problems within this period, we ask you to log these with us and our remedials team will then liaise with you to organise any necessary repairs. There are emergency contacts for any urgent matters. Following the 90-day maintenance period, any further building defects are covered under the Building Act. Station M Buildings Body Corporate will be the beneficial holder of all guarantees and material warranties.

Yes, an offsite building manager will be appointed. They’ll handle the day-to-day operations and maintenance required in the development. With all Ockham developments we look to the long-term. Our developments are built with durable – and enduring – materials to keep ongoing maintenance costs as low as possible.

Yes, pets are allowed – with the written consent from the Body Corporate. Please check the Body Corporate rules if you plan to have a pet.

Bins will be provided for rubbish and recycling. These will be emptied by an external contractor under the management of the Body Corporate.

Good security is one of the real benefits of apartment living. Your swipe card will give you access to your building. That same card will allow you to move around the building to get to the areas you need (your apartment level, car park and common areas). Normal keys will be provided for apartment entry doors. There’ll be CCTV outside the building and also in the car park areas.