3 Mold Street, Middlemarch, Dunedin City, Otago
Dunedin, New Zealand
Guide Price
$194,300
335,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
Feel like you need some time out to escape to somewhere truly special? This solid brick beauty was built in a time when quality mattered. It offers you a perfect retreat to recharge and reimagine. Inside there are three bedrooms, a study, and a sunny conservatory that opens up flexible living options to help you unwind. The separate large laundry provides an easy entrance and mudroom after outdoor pursuits. Outside, the oversize, level, easy-care section has space for the vege garden and a secret corner hideaway spot to while away the hours. Enjoy the established trees, flower garden and hedges. The large double garage provides for projects, storage and hobbies. Fully fenced for all your furry-friends. Yes, there’s work to be done, that’s where the magic begins. Create, refresh, and make it unmistakably yours. Set in the heart of Middlemarch, you’ll be surrounded by ever-changing mountain hues, vast skies, and scenery that feels straight out of a storybook. Perfect for dreamers, creative souls, and anyone craving space to breathe. As the gateway to the Otago Central Rail Trail, the town enjoys a vibrancy while remaining calm and restorative. With Dunedin just a short drive away, Middlemarch blends tranquil country living with easy access to city comforts. Quiet yet close to local amenities. Walking distance to school, pub, post office and farm shop, the wonderful “Kissing Gate” café and Maggies famous dairy. For viewing times and a friendly chat call Lucky Lucy (and Lucky Ducky)
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
Lucy Hibbert-Foy - 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.
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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