35 Sandwich Road, Saint Andrews, Hamilton City, Waikato
Hamilton, New Zealand
Guide Price
$430,110
729,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
Please note, due to the Cyclone Warning for the weekend April 11/12 open homes will be held on Saturday. If the forecast is improved by Saturday evening, open homes will be added for Sunday. Private viewings are available at any time, please contact to arrange. Fresh, modern, and thoughtfully restored, this is a 1960s brick home that feels easy from the moment you step inside. Brought back to life after a fire in the kitchen, the home has been carefully refreshed and updated, now presenting as a bright, comfortable space ready to enjoy with original
features offering a unique combination of brand new while retaining its character. Set on a flat section with a wide driveway and excellent off-street parking, there’s room here for everyday life to unfold. The living area is light-filled and welcoming, with a calm, neutral feel and a heat pump for year-round comfort. It’s a space that works just as well for quiet nights in as it does for hosting friends. The kitchen has been fully updated as part of the restoration, offering warm timber tones, good storage, and a functional layout that connects easily to the dining space. Brand new appliances including a brand new Bosch induction hob, wall oven and Bosch dishwasher. The three large bedrooms are well-sized and filled with natural light, each offering a peaceful place to retreat, and a fourth room positioned at the front of the house could also double as an office, extra living or fourth bedroom. The bathroom is fresh, with gracious floor to ceiling tiles, a clean, modern feel, and featuring a second, separate toilet for convenience. Enjoy the outdoors and spread out in summer onto the flat front yard. With a shed for storage and separate laundry for those practical, every day matters. Positioned in sought-after St Andrews, you’re within easy reach of the Braid Road shops, St Andrews Golf Course, and the Sandwich Road shops with Cinnamon Café just down the road. It’s a
location that offers both convenience and lifestyle. Move-in ready with the work already done, this is a home that makes sense. Get in touch to arrange your viewing or come through the next open home.
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
Anna Smart - 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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