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19 Holyrood Terrace, Waipukurau, Central Hawkes Bay, Hawkes Bay

Napier, New Zealand

Guide Price

$525,100

890,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

Originally built over a hundred years ago with a commanding front facade, fine timber detailing and generous proportions, great care has been taken to retain the integrity and preserve the rich history of this home. It is just as impressive today as it would have been years ago and a well loved family home with a sizable 230m2 floor plan. The wide hallway with distinct character details leads you to a relaxed family space with open plan kitchen, dining and living area which also opens out to a northfacing deck. The living has a heat pump and a freestanding woodburner and there is a second sitting room to allow for entertaining or overflow of family life. The floor plan provides amazing flexibility with five bedrooms or four bedrooms and a study, there are two bathrooms and a large separate laundry. Many wonderful upgrades ensure it is a warm and welcoming modern character home. The grounds are so well established and beautifully presented giving ultimate privacy from the road, at the back are impressive vegetable gardens and assortment of fruit trees, a double carport and garage. The popular and sought after

location is a fantastic position for both primary and secondary schools and an easy walking distance to town. This is a truly magnificent property of such calibre seldom found on the market.

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

Molly Baldwin - 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