Back to Napier, New Zealand

15 Lake View Road, Waipukurau, Central Hawkes Bay, Hawkes Bay

Napier, New Zealand

Guide Price

$451,350

765,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

Whether you are looking to upsize the family home or have a desire for a big home on an easy care section, this super spacious home will surprise you with all that it offers - topped off by the modern, easy style and the low maintenance garden. This is an impressively spacious 245m2 home with a modern kitchen with scullery providing plenty of work areas for busy family life, the spacious open plan living spaces provide a comfortable and convenient floor plan and the living opens out to a covered verandah and private garden so you can enjoy easy indoor outdoor flow and watch the kids play. The much wanted family home configuration of four bedrooms and two bathrooms ticks all the boxes. There are four double bedrooms, a large family bathroom and an oversized ensuite and walk in robe. The doors out to the verandah from the master are a great addition too. There is a double garage with internal access and two other handy, high quality storage sheds at the back which have power. The section is completed with a concrete driveway with good off street parking, and is very well fenced and you will be surprised just how private it is. The

location right in town is close to Schools and Kindy meaning you have everything at your fingertips and the kids can walk or bike to School.

Location

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Living 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
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New Zealand at a glance

How New Zealand scores for American expats

💰Cost of Living
Expensive
🛡️Safety
Very safe
🗣️English Spoken
Widely
🏥Healthcare
Excellent
🌬️Air Quality
Clean
📶Internet
Moderate
🚶Walkability
Moderate
🚇Transit
Limited

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

Jane Hamilton - Property Brokers Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Waipukurau

Next steps for moving to New Zealand

Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.

1

Understand the buying rules

Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.

2

Sort out your visa

Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.

3

Plan your finances

Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.

4

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.

5

Set up healthcare

Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.

6

Run the full checklist

Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.

Source

realestate.co.nz

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Currency

NZD