85 Racecourse Road, Waipukurau, Central Hawkes Bay, Hawkes Bay
Napier, New Zealand
Guide Price
$318,010
539,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
4
BATHROOMS
1
Description
House with a shed, or shed with a house - whichever way you spin it, you know you're onto a good thing here! This is the ultimate ultra-low-maintenance home base for those who'd far rather be tinkering under a hood, hunting the hills, or clocking up the k's in the motorhome or caravan. Zero fuss is the name of the game, with a coloursteel exterior, aluminium joinery, a huge gravel off-street parking bay, large double carport, and no more than a token lawn to mow on the 868m2 back section. Inside, the spacious open plan living with well appointed modern kitchen flows through sliders to a well-fenced patio, complete with an awesome outdoor entertaining cabana - perfect for BBQs, a cold beer, and downtime after a good days work. Well presented throughout with three generous double bedrooms, plus a fourth bedroom with its own external access to the front, making it ideal as a home office, studio, or separate workspace. There's a family bathroom with combined laundry, separate toilet and gas hot water. This is a property that knows exactly what it's all
about - practical, hard-wearing, low-maintenance, and built for those who'd rather use their space than maintain it. Not one to be missed!
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
Matt Oliver - Property Brokers Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Waipukurau
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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