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37 Albert Street, Saint Clair, Dunedin City, Otago

Dunedin, New Zealand

Guide Price

$812,000

1,400,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

A - Now sold. 3 Remaining. Set in one of St Clair’s most tightly held streets, this exclusive boutique project presents just four new executive homes. Lot B

features three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, and Lot C and Lot D offering two bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, each designed to deliver an effortless blend of luxury and coastal living. With the three-bedroom residences at 175m2 and the two bedroom homes spanning 146m2, these are some of the most generously designed townhouse style offerings on the market. Every residence is thoughtfully planned with generously sized garaging, private internal lifts, two well-appointed bathrooms with a separate guest toilet. Premium finishes include Caesarstone benchtops, walk-in pantries, wool loop-pile carpet, calming cohesive colour palettes, full-height doors, and bespoke built-in entertainment cabinetry. Ducted heating, Grappa decking, and striking thermally modified timber cladding complete the contemporary coastal aesthetic. Choose the size and layout that suits your lifestyle, with floor areas carefully proportioned for families, downsizers, professionals, or lock-and-leave buyers. Generous picture windows capture natural light, while seamless indoor–outdoor connections create spaces perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing to the sound of the sea. All of St Clair’s attractions are within minutes, approximately 200m walking distance, including the surf beach and vibrant Esplanade, acclaimed restaurants, cafés, boutique shops, the salt-water pool, and St Clair School. C and D - Two bedroom homes from $1,400,000 B - Three bedroom home from $1,600,000

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

Alice Munro - Otago Realty Group Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Bayleys

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