30 Roseness Street, Palmerston, Waitaki, Otago
Queenstown, New Zealand
Guide Price
$370,620
639,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
5
BATHROOMS
3
Description
Welcome to 30 Roseness Street, Palmerston - a solid, well-presented home offering generous space, comfort, and versatility in a great residential
location close to schools, shops, and all town amenities. Built in 2005, this substantial 145m² home sits on a 1012m² section, providing plenty of room for family living both inside and out. Upstairs
features three bedrooms, including the master with a walk-in wardrobe, along with the main bathroom with shower bath and a separate toilet, and a separate laundry. The living spaces provide flexibility with a separate lounge and additional living area, perfect for families needing room to spread out. Downstairs offers two additional bedrooms, plus a newly renovated bathroom with shower and separate toilet, making it ideal for extended family, guests, or teenagers wanting their own space. The kitchen and dining area is well equipped with a ceramic cooktop, wall oven, rangehood, dishwasher, and pantry, with appliances approximately three years old. Comfort is assured year-round with four heat pumps, a log burner, and a heat transfer system to keep the home warm and cosy. Additional
features include: Internal access double garage with workshop space Remote garage door and powered storage area Excellent storage throughout including under-stairs storage Decking area with good storage underneath Wood shed Good off-street parking with access to the fully fenced back section Recent improvements include insulation to all downstairs walls and new carpet downstairs. There is an opportunity for the next owner to complete ceiling gibbing downstairs, with much of the groundwork already done. With five bedrooms and multiple living options, this property could also be an excellent opportunity for Macraes miners looking to purchase together as a group, potentially using their KiwiSaver, making home ownership or investment more achievable. A solid, tidy home with space, flexibility, and the opportunity to add further value. Contact Leeanne today to arrange your viewing. Please be aware the floor and land area information has been sourced from Property Smarts and we have not been able to verify the accuracy of the same.
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
How New Zealand scores for American expats
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
Leeanne Schieving - Blackham & Co Real Estate Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Harcourts, Oamaru
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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