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57 Stanners Street, Eltham, South Taranaki, Taranaki

New Plymouth, New Zealand

Guide Price

$265,500

450,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

1

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Description

Step into character, charm, and a home filled with personality. This delightful character home offers warmth, space, and a lifestyle that feels truly special. The large lounge creates a welcoming heart of the home, complete with a heat pump to keep you cosy through the cooler winter nights and perfectly comfortable during the warmer summer months. A gulley kitchen flows through to the adjoining dining area, making everyday living easy and practical. The home

features three bedrooms, with the master opening out into a sunny sunroom — the perfect spot to relax with a morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. Adding extra flexibility is a fantastic bonus sleepout located just outside the back door — ideal for a teenager’s retreat, guest space, or hobby room. Inside, you’ll also find a generous laundry and excellent storage space in what was once the original outhouse, perfect for tools and projects. Step outside and discover something truly unique. Wander through what feels like your own private fairyland garden and explore an incredible collection of succulents — some rare and unlike anything you may have seen before. Garden lovers will appreciate the greenhouse, tunnel house, glasshouse, and implement shed, all beautifully set amongst established gardens. This much-loved home is ready for its next chapter, offering plenty of charm with the opportunity to add your own decorative touch and make it truly yours. Come and experience the character, creativity, and potential this special property has to offer.

Location

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Living in New Plymouth

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

Nicole McDonald - Matthew & Co Real Estate Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Stratford

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