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64 Botha Street, Tainui, Dunedin City, Otago

Dunedin, New Zealand

Guide Price

$393,820

679,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

1

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Description

This home is a real delight, and the owners change of circumstance after just a short time enjoying this home, is now your opportunity! Freshly revitalised from top to bottom, it offers busy families a spacious and beautifully updated haven that's sure to tick plenty of boxes. Blending timeless character with modern comfort, the original 1920s charm remains, complemented by the generous 1970s extension and topped off with a stylish 2025 renovation, giving you the best of every era. Inside, you'll find four well-sized bedrooms and two inviting living areas. At the front are two bedrooms and a separate lounge with a multi-burner provide a cosy retreat, while at the rear, another two bedrooms and an office offer flexibility for family living or working from home. Between the two wings sits a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, along with a modern bathroom, the perfect space for everyone to come together.

Highlights include high feature ceilings, partial double glazing, recently new paint inside and out, new flooring and window coverings, updated wiring with switchboard, heat pump, plus a fresh kitchen and bathroom. The low-maintenance, fully fenced, immaculately presented section completes the package. All of this in a fantastic

location - close to quality schools, handy to the shops, and not far from the beach.

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

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.

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