21 Main Road, Tuatapere, Southland, Southland
Invercargill, New Zealand
Guide Price
$165,200
280,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
Here is a rare opportunity to get your foot up the ladder in the property market for an affordable price of which is less than $300,000! This very sturdy brick and roughcast home is currently tenanted for $400 a week, so would also appeal to keen investors out there. The two main sunny bedrooms, ample in size are situated at the front of the home, with the third smaller bedroom accessed off the living room. The cosy inviting living area is open plan to the compact kitchen and dining space, so perfect for families and entertaining. At the rear of the home is a narrow sunroom with further storage space, a separate laundry, a second toilet and an entrance way leading out to the private backyard with raised vege plots. The low maintenance section also has upon it a garage, a 2 bay shed and a sleepout. The sleepout although currently is not self contained, but with correct council consent does have the potential to be set up as such, therefor possibly offering an option to later rent out to short term or long term guests/tenants. Presently the sleepout is being utilized as a bedroom and storage unit. This property is within walking distance to the 4 square supermarket, Waiau Area school, cafes and medical centre. Tuatapere is reowned for it's beautiful
location being close by fabulous hunting, fishing and hiking spots. Call me quick to arrange a viewing of this beaut property, as I predict it won't be on the market long! .
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
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Cost of buying in New Zealand
Estimated fees and ongoing costs for this property
Closing Costs
3-5% of purchase price
- ยทNo stamp duty
- ยทLegal/conveyancing: NZ$1,500-3,000
- ยทBuilding inspection: NZ$500-800
- ยทLIM 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.
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Contact Agent
Melanie Muldrew - William Todd & Co Ltd (Licensed. REAA 2008) - Invercargill
Next steps for moving to New Zealand
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