85 Egmont Street, Patea, South Taranaki, Taranaki
New Plymouth, New Zealand
Guide Price
$135,700
230,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
1
BATHROOMS
1
Description
This rare find in the middle of Patea has plenty of usable space, off road parking and foot traffic going past and is set on the main street with good sized north facing windows. In the past the vendor has run a successful curios shop full of interesting finds old and new and passer byes still stop to look in at her colourful window displays. The property has many options in the front with four spaces to use for retail and a large countertop with plenty of storage. The vendor has lived in the back of the property for many years and has made great use of the space with a good-sized living room, kitchenette, bedroom and a full bathroom and laundry area. If you need more than one bedroom the vendor has recently set up and currently using one of the four areas in the shop to make a second bedroom. This freehold property has a delightful back yard garden to relax in and has further potential to develop and put your own touches in. Vehicle entry is possible into the back yard behind the shop. The property is of a 1960s construction with concrete block walls, concrete floor and steel roof. There are three points of entry with two doors from the sidewalk and a back door to the side alleyway. Viewings by appointment only.
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→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
Kelly Baldwin - Mills Gibbon and Co Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Collective First National, Taranaki
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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