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11 Roxby Street, Oamaru, Waitaki, Otago

Queenstown, New Zealand

Guide Price

$335,820

579,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

3

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Description

If you’ve been waiting for something with personality, but you also need flexibility that actually works day-to-day, this one stands out straight away. This 130m² A-frame home on 1402m² in Oamaru gives you character up front, with a layout and extra setup that opens up how you can live. The main living is easy and well connected. The kitchen flows into the dining area with a breakfast bar for casual meals, while the lounge gives you a proper place to unwind, opening straight to the deck and lawn. Timber beams add warmth, and with both a gas fire and heat pump, you’re covered through every season. Upstairs is where the main accommodation sits, with three spacious bedrooms, the main with its own balcony and ensuite. While downstairs, the full family bathroom with bath and separate shower supports the rest of the home. The outdoor layout makes full use of the section. There’s a sunny deck for meals and evenings outside, a flat lawn that’s genuinely usable, and fenced boundaries that give you privacy and peace of mind. The wide driveway and positioning also make access easy, whether you’ve got extra vehicles, trailers or just want room to move. Then there’s the garage - its a double with power and on auto openers. Attached to the side is a lined dwelling with kitchenette and bathroom facilities, creating a separate zone that works for hobbies, projects, or extended living when you need it, giving you options for guests, a teenager, or a work-from-home setup that stays out of the main living. In Oamaru, you’ve got the ease of getting around without losing that bit of breathing room. Roxby Street sits in an established part of town, with everyday essentials, schooling and the town centre all within close distance, while still giving you that slightly elevated outlook and quieter setting. *NEGOTIABLE: the home can be sold fully or partially furnished. Call Kirsten Ewing to arrange your viewing.

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

Kirsten Ewing - Arizto 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