26 Raymond Street, Fairview Downs, Hamilton City, Waikato
Hamilton, New Zealand
Guide Price
$418,310
709,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
4
BATHROOMS
1
Description
Calling all first home buyers, next home buyers and investors – this one deserves your immediate attention. Recently updated and aesthetically appealing, this fantastic 4 bedroom home offers unbeatable value. At 26 Raymond Street, Fairview Downs, you can tick these boxes off your wish list: •Freehold title •No shared driveway •Spacious 627m2 section •Fully fenced excluding the driveway •Garaging & garden shed •Well presented, recently updated home •Healthy homes compliant at assessment date of September 2024 •Generous spaces and great flow Have confidence that with the right care, this sure to be a strong long-term investment. Walking distance to Raymond park – brilliant for the kids or dog. Minutes drive to Greenhill shopping block, 5 Cross Roads shopping district, SH1 expressway, Chartwell shopping centre and Porritt Stadium. Schooling options include Insoll Avenue School (in zone), Southwell School, Fairfield Intermediate (in zone), Fairfield College (in zone), Peachgrove Intermediate (in zone) and St Paul’s Collegiate. This property will be in hot demand so make your enquiry promptly. Viewings during open homes are preferred to preserve the tenant’s peaceful enjoyment of the home but please reach out if you are unable to attend and require a private viewing. Property files including the title, rates and other documentation can be downloaded from the web listing for this home on the Lugtons website.
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.
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
Nick Earney - Lugtons Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Greenhill
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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