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25B Walsh Street, Forest Lake, Hamilton City, Waikato

Hamilton, New Zealand

Guide Price

$512,710

869,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

townhouse

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

Welcome to 25B Walsh Street, a spacious and versatile family home designed for comfort, lifestyle, and effortless living. Offering four bedrooms plus a dedicated downstairs office, this home provides excellent flexibility for growing families or those working from home. The separation of the office downstairs makes it ideal for productivity, a quiet study space, or meeting clients without disrupting the main living areas. Majority of the bedrooms are generously sized, while the master bedroom is exceptionally large, complete with its own private ensuite, creating a true retreat within the home. The layout is practical and family friendly, featuring one large main bathroom downstairs, a separate toilet upstairs for added convenience, and underfloor heating in the bathrooms, delivering comfort and warmth year round. The home also benefits from double glazing, enhancing warmth, and year round comfort while helping to reduce outside noise. Upstairs, high ceilings create a wonderful sense of openness and natural light, complemented by a well proportioned kitchen that flows seamlessly into the main living area, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Step outside to a fantastic entertaining deck fitted with a manual louvre system, allowing you to enjoy outdoor living in all seasons. Overlooking a park, the home enjoys a peaceful, green outlook that makes it feel like you're away from town, while still being right in it. Located close to main arterial routes and just minutes from the CBD, 25B Walsh Street offers the perfect balance of space, outlook, and convenience. Schedule a private viewing today to experience all that this home has to offer

Location

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Living in Hamilton

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

Blake Agnew - Lodge Real Estate (Hamilton) Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - City

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

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