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69A Panorama Road, CLIFTON, Christchurch City, Canterbury

Christchurch, New Zealand

Guide Price

$870,000

1,500,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

3

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Description

This Contemporary Clifton Hill home rises alongside Brownlee Reserve, combining privacy and poolside living with panoramic views over Moncks Bay and beyond. To download the property file copy and paste the web address into your browser and the files will be emailed to you *** Download info: www.agentsend.com/PANORAMA View 3D Tour: https://go.labrealty.co.nz/Panorama Agents: We work-in with all agents *** Subdivided in 2014 and completed in 2017 to a design by Neal Hey, the home sits on 631sqm of freehold land, its modern form drawing all-day sun and keeping the view in constant reach. Coloured brick and corrugated iron cladding give the house its modern, low-maintenance edge, matched by the hillside advantage of drive-on ease into an internal-access double garage. At 230sqm, the layout finds balance across both floors. Three bedrooms occupy the ground level, with one serving as a study or 4th bedroom, while a tiled family-sized bathroom offers scope for a ground-floor studio. Upstairs, the master suite steps up in scale, its walk-in wardrobe linking to an en-suite, while a separate WC keeps day-to-day practicality in play. Driven by views, the top floor

features a light-filled, open-plan kitchen, sitting and dining room, where a built-in nook lends itself to work or meals on the go, before moving into a formal lounge that adds a further dimension to daily living. Both living spaces open to a partially sheltered balcony with room to entertain, taking in a coastal sweep from Moncks Bay and the estuary to Pegasus Bay, with the pool directly below completing the elevated outlook. The swimming pool naturally claims the summertime spotlight, strengthened by the privacy of Brownlee Reserve along the boundary. At the foot of the hill, Sumner Village folds into daily life through cafés, bars, the beach and everyday essentials, while city conveniences are around twenty minutes away, keeping life balanced between coast and connection. Carried forward through time and design, this Clifton Hill home is being offered for the very first time, released by owners preparing to downsize after decades in this prized position. Please contact Chris for more information or arrange a viewing. *Information sources include but not limited to: REINZ, Corelogic, LINZ & CCC. Refer to Passing Over of Information Statement at: labrealty.co.nz/poi Lab Realty Ltd Licensed REAA 2008

Location

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Living in Christchurch

Rebuilt and reimagined after the 2011 earthquakes, Christchurch is New Zealand's most affordable major city with a flat, bikeable layout and easy access to both beaches and ski fields. The rebuild has created a modern, innovative city center, and the Canterbury region offers a drier, sunnier climate than Wellington or Auckland. A smaller expat community means a more authentic Kiwi experience.

Morning surf before work, weekends tramping through Lord-of-the-Rings landscapes, and a laid-back culture where shoes are optional and nature is never more than ten minutes away.

Visa

Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa — points-based system requiring a skilled job offer in NZ. New pathways opening August 2026 for trades workers and those with 5+ years experience. Accredited Employer Work Visa is the faster route if you already have a job offer.

Learn more: The Complete Guide to Moving to New Zealand

Key Fact

NZ has strict biosecurity laws — importing food, plants, or outdoor gear can result in heavy fines. The work-life balance is exceptional, but the job market is small and remote from everywhere.

Learn more: What You Need to Know Before Moving Abroad
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New Zealand at a glance

How New Zealand scores for American expats

💰Cost of Living
Expensive
🛡️Safety
Very safe
🗣️English Spoken
Widely
🏥Healthcare
Excellent
🌬️Air Quality
Clean
📶Internet
Moderate
🚶Walkability
Moderate
🚇Transit
Limited

Cost of buying in New Zealand

Estimated fees and ongoing costs for this property

Closing Costs

3-5% of purchase price

  • ·No stamp duty
  • ·Legal/conveyancing: NZ$1,500-3,000
  • ·Building inspection: NZ$500-800
  • ·LIM report: NZ$300-400

Annual Costs

Property Tax

0.3-1.5% of government valuation (varies by council)

Insurance

NZ$1,500-3,000/yr

HOA / Condo Fees

NZ$300-600/mo for apartments (body corporate)

Good to Know

Agent Fees

Seller pays (2.5-4%)

Foreign Buyer Note

Foreign buyers BANNED from existing homes (2018 ban). Can only buy new-build apartments in large developments.

Legal help in New Zealand

Hire your own attorney — not the seller's. We'll match you with a vetted local lawyer.

Need a local attorney in New Zealand?

We'll connect you with an independent, English-speaking real estate attorney experienced with foreign buyers. Not the seller's lawyer — yours.

Contact Agent

Chris Cullens - Lab Realty Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008)

Next steps for moving to New Zealand

Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.

1

Understand the buying rules

Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.

2

Sort out your visa

Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.

3

Plan your finances

Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.

4

Know your tax obligations

US citizens are taxed on worldwide income. You'll need to file US taxes from abroad and may owe local taxes too.

5

Set up healthcare

Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.

6

Run the full checklist

Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.

Source

realestate.co.nz

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Currency

NZD