504 South Road, Calton Hill, Dunedin City, Otago
Dunedin, New Zealand
Guide Price
$347,420
599,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
2
Description
After years of cherished family memories, our vendors are ready for their next chapter - creating an exciting opportunity for you to step in and make this much-loved home your own. This 1960s split-level brick home offers space, flexibility and endless potential. Upstairs
features spacious family living, with a large open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge. Bathed in warm afternoon sun and overlooking the backyard and deck. A second separate living room adds versatility for growing families. Three well-proportioned bedrooms with built-in storage are serviced by a family bathroom and separate toilet, ensuring practical everyday living. Downstairs benefits from a large rumpus room perfect for teenagers, guests or a work-from-home setup. With a second bathroom and separate laundry, the layout is designed to handle busy family life with ease. Set well back from the road on just shy of a quarter acre, the house sits in a peaceful pocket away from any street noise. Mature fruit trees, garden beds and a glasshouse hold potential for the green thumbs, while there is plenty of lawn for children and pets to run and play. With a single garage and two-bay enclosed carport, there's no shortage of room for vehicles, tools and toys. Motivated vendors mean this property is seriously for sale - don't miss your chance to secure space, sun and potential in one package. Act quickly and make this home, your own.
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving 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→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
Jane Booth - Property Brokers 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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