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74 Columba Avenue, CALTON HILL, Dunedin City, Otago

Dunedin, New Zealand

Guide Price

$248,820

429,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

1

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Description

Elevated for sun, views, and everyday ease, this beautifully refreshed brick home offers the perfect balance of comfort, charm, and opportunity. Step inside and you’re welcomed by a light-filled interior where crisp white walls and generous windows create a sense of space and calm. The kitchen is both practical and inviting, with ample cabinetry, modern appliances, and a breakfast bar that naturally becomes the hub for morning coffees or evening catch-ups. Large windows frame leafy outlooks and distant views, reminding you that you’re positioned high and proud. The separate living room is warm and relaxing, bathed in natural light and centred around a fireplace that promises cosy winter evenings. Neutral tones and soft finishes make it easy to imagine adding your own style while immediately feeling at home. Two well-proportioned bedrooms provide comfortable retreats, each enjoying great natural light and peaceful outlooks. Whether you’re accommodating family, guests, or setting up a work-from-home space, there’s flexibility here to suit your lifestyle. Outside, the generous backyard is a true highlight. Sloping gently and bordered by established greenery, it offers space for children to play, pets to roam, or future landscaping dreams to take shape. There’s room to entertain, garden, or simply sit back and enjoy the sunshine and elevated views. Brick construction provides peace of mind, while the refreshed interiors mean you can move in and enjoy from day one. With scope to further enhance and add value over time, this is a home that grows with you. Warm, welcoming, and wonderfully positioned, this is an opportunity to secure comfort today with exciting potential for tomorrow. We look forward to seeing you at the open home. Public Download Link: https://www.ganeshrout.co.nz/current-listings/74-columba-avenue-calton-hill-dunedin

Location

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Living in Dunedin

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

Ganesh Rout - The Rout Group (Powered by Ownly, 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