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6A Spencer Place, Merrilands, New Plymouth, Taranaki

New Plymouth, New Zealand

Guide Price

$447,810

759,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

3

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Description

This is a highly sought after location, a quiet leafy culdesac adjacent to Te Henui walkway taking you to popular East End Beach. Extremely spacious with four double bedrooms + a very large office/studio positioned by an entry door - ideal if you work from home. The master bedroom is an oasis with modernised ensuite + generous walk in robe. Walk out or look out to your own private, established garden with deck, sumptuous for lazy weekend mornings. The dining room has timber cathedral ceilings creating a feeling of spaciousness. Two living areas connect to another elevated deck, if entertaining a large group there is ample room. For a more intimate setting, close off one of the living rooms. Three car garaging is rare so if you have toys this is perfect. Two storage rooms/wine cellar are also on the ground level. Off street parking is generous, no problem if you have a caravan etc. Close to Girls High, Boys High, Highlands, Merrilands and Welbourn Schools - a perfect family home. I can't think of anything this property doesn't have, it's a floorplan everyone asks for, practical and plenty of room for everyone. The

location offers immense lifestyle. Priced well below CV. Motivated sellers invite your offer now.

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

Tracee Pigott - Independent Agent Ltd - A Branch of eXp New Zealand Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008)

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