35 Main Street, Oamaru, Waitaki, Otago
Queenstown, New Zealand
Guide Price
$275,500
475,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
The Scouts motto is "Be Prepared", this is true here, be prepared to be surprised. Are you looking for a three bedroom home, that is in suburb but feels rural? This insulated, Scout Hall on a generous 5195sqm/1.2acres (approx) could be for you. The conversion process has started but needs the next person to complete it, and is being sold as where is. Are you a Scout by nature looking to put your touch on a property? High ceilings, polished wooden floors, and expansive living areas, this might be the next adventure you have been looking for. The lounge is spacious, with a large, freestanding logburner, then through the French doors is the generous, combined dining/sitting room, with heatpump and a sky dome lets the light flood in. Interconnecting is the kitchen, so you can still be involved with guests at the table, as you prepare meals. The master bedroom has a second heatpump, that can also heat the lounge, for when it's those in between days. Bedroom two is a twin and bedroom three a double. Utility area is combined to make life easier, laundry, shower, toilet and a second separate toilet. "Be prepared" to be wowed by the space downstairs, spacious main room, which makes a great games room, plus there are three other utility rooms. The home is ready for the next owner to finish the cosmetics in the colour of their choosing and new wiring is ready to be connected to extra fittings, such as a heat transfer system. Outdoors is a single garage with workshop and great off street parking. A second access point is from Baker Street, which leads onto your section. The land has a mix of fruit trees and berries, your own living Christmas trees to decorate, fenced paddocks for your pet sheep to graze and still plenty of room to do more! If you want to own a piece of North Otago history, listen to birdsong, be more self sufficient or just want to earn your own badge as homeowner, then call Leona now to view 027820908
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving 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→New Zealand at a glance
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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
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.
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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