31 Burnett Street, Kakanui, Waitaki, Otago
Queenstown, New Zealand
Guide Price
$521,420
899,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
4
BATHROOMS
2
Description
Built in 2008, this large 4 bedroom, 3 car garage, two storey home in Kakanui is perfectly positioned on a sunny north-facing section with stunning rural and mountain views and will have you kicking back and relaxing in no time. Upstairs you'll find a bright and sunny open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area that has two sliding doors providing seamless connection to the wrap-around balcony and outdoors. The upstairs level also has two double bedrooms with double wardrobes, a family bathroom with a separate shower and bath, with a separate toilet adjacent to the bathroom. Downstairs adds even more space with two additional double bedrooms, a separate shower room, a separate toilet room with vanity, a large laundry area, an office nook under the stairs and internal access to the double garage with a built in workshop bench complete with a sink. For those cooler nights, heating is by way of a log fire and two heat pump and outside there's loads of off street parking, an additional standalone single garage and workshop, giving you loads of room for vehicles, hobbies or storage. This place has all the space, sunshine and coastal-rural vibes your looking for right here in Kakanui, making it the ideal space for extended family or an income stream, plus, you're just minutes from the beach and river and a short drive to Oamaru. For Sale By Deadline closing at 4.00pm on 11 February 2026 at LJ Hooker, 193 Thames Street, Oamaru (unless sold prior). Contact Doug Pile on 027 663 8833 or Sheryl Heta on 0274 145 256
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
Doug Pile - Robertson Real Estate Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - LJ Hooker, 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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