13 Franks Place, Outram, Dunedin City, Otago
Dunedin, New Zealand
Guide Price
$573,620
989,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
2
Description
At just five years old, this home offers the appeal of near-new living, complemented by an established and flourishing garden. Surrounded by modern homes, with a feel of its own little community the Balmoral Estate in Outram is a lovely place to either raise your family or relax once the kids have moved on. This home has been built to make the most of the sun, with stunning large windows all around filling the home with natural light. The living area with raking ceiling and large slider to the patio is sunny and warm with a fireplace for extra comfort in the winter. There is easy flow to a beautiful kitchen, again with a pitched ceiling for an added feeling of space. The cooker is fabulous and the walk-in pantry gives you lots of extra storage. This wing of the house also offers a separate laundry and office. Through the centre of the home that has an atrium feel from the large windows and slider, you move to the bedroom wing. Here you will find the master suite with large walk-in wardrobe and tiled ensuite with underfloor heating. There are two further large bedrooms with built in wardrobes, alongside great additional storage. The tiled family bathroom is certainly family sized with both bath and shower options alongside a separate toilet. The section is well utilised with a lovely, relaxing outdoor entertaining area, separate double garage, additional access to a functional concreted area including a wood store, leading you to a fabulous rear yard that is a producers dream with extensive planting of fruit trees and vegetables beds. This home offers a lifestyle, not just a home, be sure to view.
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.
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Contact Agent
Shoz Wheeler - Property Brokers Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Mosgiel
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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