14 Montgomery Crescent, Putaruru, South Waikato, Waikato
Hamilton, New Zealand
Guide Price
$306,800
520,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
Welcome to 14 Montgomery Crescent, Putaruru. This fully renovated home is set on a 764sqm freehold block. It is located centrally, with 1 hour travel to major centers including; Hamilton, Rotorua, Taupo and Tauranga. The home is thoughtfully designed with an open plan living, dining and kitchen space. This creates a lovely entertaining space while the three bedrooms and one bathroom are down the hallway to create a private zone that the hallway door can close off. Full renovated with nothing left untouched! In the kitchen enjoy a walk-in pantry space with a workbench and storage, large kitchen island and breakfast bar. The bathroom is modern - tiled with a new vanity, mirror, toilet and tapware. Fresh paint, carpet and timber flooring as well as new window furnishings throughout creates a fresh and calm space that is move in ready. Outside there is plenty of space to store a trailer, caravan or boat, utilise the space at the rear of the property or the two off street carparks provided by the new concrete driveway. A large lawn space lends itself well to pets, kids or someone who wants to get stuck into creating their dream garden. The garage includes a new laundry workspace with ample built in storage, heavy duty carpet and lined walls. Make this space your own and use it as a rumpus room, a gym, storage for all your outdoor pursuits or a workshop for your hobbies. 14 Montgomery crescent is quiet with a no through road, rural feel and elevated aspect that catches a beautiful outlook and breeze. The new deck at the front sliding doors is ready for you to enjoy your evening wine or morning coffee. This house is a must sell and a must see so put that open home in your calendar today. Call Matt on 0273 561 512 for all enquiries.
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→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
RealEstate Me - Realestate Me Ltd (Licensed REAA: 2008) - RealEstate Me
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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