2/175 Guppy Road, Taradale, Napier City, Hawkes Bay
Napier, New Zealand
Guide Price
$383,500
650,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
This home, but also the home in front, are offered for sale separately, so if you're a first home buyer looking for a beautifully maintained, immaculately presented home with extras to call your own, this is a smart choice. However, if you were a savvy investor looking to add to your portfolio, or indeed have an extended family to house, then this offers a potential dual opportunity and could be the answer. Buy one or buy both! This family sized home is like unwrapping a gift, perfectly deceiving upon sight, but boy it unfolds when you step inside. With a sunny northerly aspect and so private, you don't know it's there and it has been lovingly updated and cared for in all the right ways.
• 3 bedrooms • 1 bathroom • Dual access separate toilet • Separate laundry • Extra large living room with wide indoor/outdoor flow • Dining room flowing to an outdoor entertaining space • Modern kitchen with ample storage and Torleys flooring • Gas hot water • Air conditioning and DVS system • Fully double glazed • Fully insulated • Modern décor • Surprisingly spacious and fully secure yard, perfect for kids and pets • Single attached garage with auto door A wonderful oasis to return to at the end of the day, great for entertaining guests. A home you just know the current owner has meticulously cared for. Don't miss out! Proudly marketed by The Goods. We look forward to seeing you at an open home or by private appointment.
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Napier
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
Martin Good - Regent Realty Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Harcourts, Taradale
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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