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2/632 Nelson St North, Mahora, Hastings, Hawkes Bay

Napier, New Zealand

Guide Price

$341,610

579,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

Condo

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

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Description

Positioned in a settled, established Mahora neighbourhood, 2/632 Nelson Street North offers a thoughtfully-sized 130m² home suited to families. Living here places you a short walk to Cornwall Park, with its magnificent historic trees and open green spaces. Also close by are local schooling options, and the everyday convenience of Mahora's shops and cafés. The open-plan kitchen and dining zone leads naturally into the living room, creating a shared setting where daily routines feel connected. The layout invites conversation while meals are prepared with the heat pump keeping the temperature just right. Glazed sliders extend the main living area outdoors to a private patio. All three bedrooms are smartly arranged, each offering built-in storage. Whether you’re shaping a nursery, guest room, or an office, there’s flexibility here. The bathroom is neat and functional, while a separate laundry has access to a tidy courtyard. Set well back from the street down a long concrete drive, the home enjoys a sense of privacy on arrival. A garden shed offers valuable storage, and there is a single garage with off-street parking. Hastings CBD is only minutes away, and

nearby highway links make regional travel simple and straight forward. Homes in this neighbourhood, particularly ones that make daily life feel easy while still offering a touch of outdoor enjoyment, tend to resonate strongly with local buyers. To experience how naturally this one could fit your lifestyle, get in touch with Brent Bullivant to arrange your viewing.

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

Brent Bullivant - Arizto Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008)

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