19 Beta Street, Belleknowes, Dunedin City, Otago
Dunedin, New Zealand
Guide Price
$377,000
650,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
Step inside this cute, character-filled cottage and immediately feel at home. With a warm and inviting layout, it is surrounded by beautiful, colourful cottage gardens, making it a truly lovely place to call home. Key
Features - Generous open-plan kitchen and living space. A functional hub of the home, the kitchen is neat, tidy, and offers excellent storage.
- Flexible dining area off the lounge that can be closed off when not in use or opened up for family meals, with a lovely outlook and beautiful sunsets.
- Three double bedrooms. All accessed via a spacious central hallway, each bedroom includes storage, which adds practicality.
- Spacious family bathroom that is well-proportioned and featuring the added convenience of a second toilet.
- Charming gardens that create inviting spaces at both the front and back of the home, perfect for pottering, gardening, or for children and pets to play safely.
- Single carport providing convenient parking with easy access to the home. This neat and tidy home has been lovingly cared for by the current owners and is set in a highly sought-after location, just a short 5-minute drive into town or a 10-minute walk to Roslyn Village. It’s ideal for a small family looking to buy in a popular neighbourhood with excellent schooling, or a downsizer seeking a manageable, well-maintained home. A really exciting opportunity in one of Dunedin’s premium suburbs.
Location
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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→New Zealand at a glance
How New Zealand scores for American expats
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 Taylor - Nidd Realty Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Dunedin
Next steps for moving to New Zealand
Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.
Understand the buying rules
Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.
Sort out your visa
Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.
Plan your finances
Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.
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.
Set up healthcare
Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.
Run the full checklist
Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.
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