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550 Mountain Road, Lepperton, New Plymouth, Taranaki

New Plymouth, New Zealand

Guide Price

$1,239,000

2,100,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

Located just minutes from Lepperton and Bell Block is this very secluded 4 hectare lifestyle property. Down the drive and through the security gates you are presented with a exceptionally well maintained property including a four bedroom brick home and an impressive array of sheds. With all flat land that is well fenced into six good size and easy manageable paddocks but the jewel in the crown has to be the impressive sheds that this property offers a new owner. Firstly there is the 7 bay timber frame shed with concrete floor, 7 roller doors - one bay has been specifically designed for a motorhome with another utilised as a workshop complete with 3 phase power. The other 5 bays offer a new owner secure storage with some height as there is no problem fitting a hoist in one of these bays, plus one bay has a roller door to the paddock behind. There is additional 5 bay pole shed with dirt floor, 3 phase power and 4 roller doors. Ideal for supplement storage, machinery or could be fitted out to house stock. With small holding yard and loadout plus a animal shelter this property has been fully setup and maintained for rearing animals. The centrally located 302sqm home is set in very established grounds and offers comfortable spacious family living with main bedroom with ensuite, three other spacious bedrooms, open plan kitchen / dining area that flows out to an expansive louvred covered outdoor entertaining area. There's a spacious separate lounge heated by log fire, separate office, plus a tiled very roomy bathroom with feature tiled shower. Double garaging has internal access. This home really does offer a new owner security, privacy and space with abundance. If you are in the market for a lifestyle property located close to town

amenities with all flat land and abundant shedding options, then we highly recommend viewing this property. $2,100,000 + GST (if any)

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

Owen Mills - 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.

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

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