43 Fookes Street, Waverley, South Taranaki, Taranaki
New Plymouth, New Zealand
Guide Price
$212,400
360,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
2
Description
When you’ve been holding out for more land, great garaging and a low-maintenance house - you have it all here. Lifestyle, convenience, and affordability in one. Set on a generous 1,524m² section, this solid stucco three-bedroom home gives you practicality and relaxed family living, with a 100m² layout, an expansive tandem garage with extra workshop areas, plus a quiet setting that overlooks out to dairy farming and green pastures beyond. Sun-filled open plan living areas with great natural light with polished floors, this property offers both comfort and character, being recently insulated top and bottom.
Features three good sized bedrooms with carpet, a family bathroom plus bonus of additional separate space with a shower box, laundry and separate toilet. The sprawling covered space off the kitchen enjoys covered privacy and will be the perfect spot for barbeques and making memories with family and friends. You can keep an eye on the kids and pets as they romp
about too. Thoughtfully designed and crafted the open-plan kitchen, dining, living area's are the heart of the home with plenty of storage, breakfast bar, and space to cook your favorite dishes in style suits all lifestyle requirements. Stay toasty in winter in front of the roaring wood-burner. Beyond the main home additional detached shed(s) provide extra space for guests, hobbies or future opportunities while the extensive fenced lawn and garden offers plenty of room for kids, pets, fruit trees, and vege gardens. The detached king-sized garage is a standout, paired with two separate workshop rooms that make immediate sense for anyone who likes to tinker, store gear, or keep projects on the go. In Waverley, you’re part of a community that keeps daily life hassle free, boasts local retail and service outlets, a supermarket, service station, café, takeaway options and library nearby, while Waverley Primary serves years 1 to 8 and State Highway 3 keeps Hāwera and Whanganui within easy reach. Call me today to secure your viewing!
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving 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→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
Sharen Tunnell - Arizto Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008)
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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