54 Burraness Street, Palmerston, Waitaki, Otago
Queenstown, New Zealand
Guide Price
$289,420
499,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
2
Description
When searching for a property, you need convenience, comfort, and low-maintenance, where there is room for all the family to call home. Look no further, welcome home to 54 Burraness Street. The 1990s brick home offers low-maintenance living while having been tastefully updated throughout, allowing you to simply move in and enjoy. This immaculate family home offers generous proportions throughout, with three double bedrooms, perfectly suited for a growing family. The master suite is a standout, featuring its own private ensuite and seamless indoor-outdoor flow onto a small private deck. Here, you'll find the spa pool, an ideal retreat to unwind while taking in the peaceful rural outlook toward Puketapu, whether it's your sunny morning coffee or an evening wine in hand. Designed with year-round comfort in mind, the home is well-insulated, equipped with a heat pump, HRV system, and a wood burner with wetback; providing warmth, efficiency, and the added benefit of reduced power costs. Set on a classic Kiwi quarter-acre section, there's space here for it all; establish a thriving veggie garden, bring the trampoline and playhouse, and still have plenty of room for family pets to roam safely. Theres added convenience of a single garage with internal access and plenty of off-street parking for the toys. Positioned on a quiet street in a growing community, this property delivers! Peaceful living with a stunning rural outlook, all while being central to two main towns for shopping, and close to local schools and amenities. This is more than just a house, it’s a place to call home. Call Leanne to book your viewing.
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
Leanne Black - Tall Poppy Real Estate (Licensed: REAA 2008)
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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