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11 Dalmeny Street, Oamaru, Waitaki, Otago

Queenstown, New Zealand

Guide Price

$306,820

529,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

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Description

This spacious home is often admired for it's street appeal and has been lovingly kept over the decades. The family are very much

about saving energy and the home reflects this. 16 Solar panels feed into 24kw battery sytem, double glazed windows, inbuilt pallet fire, multi fuel juno on wetback, two heatpumps and insulation top and bottom. Kitchen/dining is combined and

features an island bar, built in wall units, pantry, dishwasher, garden window and display cupboard. In the expansive, separate lounge there is a large bay window, ideal for a reading nook and the decorative ceiling showcases the home's era nicely. Off the wide hallway is a generous west facing conservatory that gives you another living area to be enjoyed. Master bedroom has a large bay window, bedroom two is a double and bedroom three is a double with study attached, which could make an ideal gaming room, office, or craft room. All three bedrooms have built in wardrobes. Utility areas are all spacious and well thought out to be time saving. There is a shower room, the bath and toilet are each separate but interconnect to the room that is home to the vanity with extra storage and laundry in it's own cupboard Outdoors there is a studio that gives you options and the 1.5 carport has room for workshop and wood storage. The backyard is fenced and includes easycare vegetable and flower beds. If you are a family looking for space or if you are looking for an easycare section and warm home as you slow down then this could be great for you. Call Leona to view 0274 820 908

Location

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Living in Queenstown

New Zealand's adventure capital set against dramatic Southern Alps scenery, popular with outdoorsy types who want skiing, hiking, and bungee jumping on their doorstep. It's a small town (about 50,000) that runs on tourism, meaning seasonal work is common and housing costs are inflated well beyond what the town's size would suggest. A stunning place to live if you can afford it and don't mind the isolation.

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

Leona Stretch - New Heights Real Estate 2022 Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Professionals North Otago

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