32 Ri Road, Uruti, New Plymouth, Taranaki
New Plymouth, New Zealand
Guide Price
$560,500
950,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
4
BATHROOMS
1
Description
This attractive 14 hectare property is situated at the Ri Road off the Uruti Road and only a few minutes drive from the highway and Uruti School, which offers a great opportunity for those seeking a life in the country but not too distant from town and work opportunities. The land is comprised of mainly easy undulating contour and rolls down to a stream boundary on one side with two small stands of native bush. Being well subdivided into seven paddocks with excellent quality 8 wire post and batten fencing with natural water available for stock. Outbuildings comprise a disused two stand woolshed with sheep yards, an old disused cowshed with concrete yard area plus a four bay storage shed behind the house. At the entrance to the property there is a stock yard with loadout facility. Travelling up the attractive tree lined drive from the frontage you arrive at an elevated position where the four bedroom summit stone home enjoys wide spanning views over the surrounding countryside. Inside the home has a separate kitchen and dining area with a good size lounge heated by a woodburner. Being larger than most lifestyle properties there is the ability to graze a reasonable number of cattle, horses and or sheep, whatever your choice is. Offers Over $950,000 + GST (if any)
Location
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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.
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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
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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.
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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