Arvida Retirement Villages Complete 2025 Guide
Comprehensive guide to Arvida Group's 36 retirement villages across New Zealand. Modern lifestyle villages with transparent pricing, quality amenities, and strong community focus.
About Arvida Group
Arvida Group is New Zealand's second-largest retirement village operator, with 36 villages across the country. Founded through the merger of several regional operators, Arvida has built a reputation for modern lifestyle villages, transparent pricing, and strong community engagement.
Unlike some competitors, Arvida focuses on creating boutique-style villages with a strong local identity, rather than standardized corporate developments. Each village maintains its own character while benefiting from group-wide quality standards and financial stability.
Modern Villages
Contemporary architecture and design with focus on natural light, open spaces, and community areas
Transparent Pricing
Clear pricing structure with no hidden fees. Typically 15-20% lower than premium operators
Community Focus
Strong emphasis on resident engagement, activities, and maintaining village identity
Arvida Strengths
- Better value pricing - 15-20% below premium operators
- Modern lifestyle focus with contemporary design
- Boutique village feel with local identity
- Good coverage across New Zealand
- Transparent fee structure and contracts
- Shorter waiting lists than premium operators
Considerations
- Less brand recognition than Ryman or Metlifecare
- Variable quality across different villages (merged company)
- Some villages have limited on-site care options
- Fewer premium/luxury options than competitors
- Capital appreciation may be lower than premium brands
How Arvida Compares
| Feature | Arvida | Ryman | Metlifecare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Villages | 36 | 45+ | 27 |
| Price Range | $450k-$1.5M | $600k-$2.2M | $500k-$1.8M |
| Average Rating | 4.4★ | 4.5★ | 4.4★ |
| Waiting Lists | 6-18 months | 12-24 months | 6-12 months |
| Village Style | Modern Boutique | Premium Corporate | Premium Urban |
| Value for Money | Excellent | Good | Good |
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