44 Sapphire Drive, Hairini, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Tauranga, New Zealand
Guide Price
$471,410
799,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
4
BATHROOMS
2
Description
Our owner has moved on and wants this property sold! Welcome to 44 Sapphire Drive, Hairini, Tauranga. A place where family memories are waiting to be made. Picture an early morning with sunlight pouring through the windows as the house begins to stir. The kettle hums, lunches are packed on the kitchen bench, and four bedrooms slowly come to life as everyone starts their day. This is a warm and welcoming four bedroom family home designed for real living. It offers space to gather, space to grow, and room for everyone to have their own retreat. The heart of the home brings everyone together. Morning coffees at the breakfast bar, homework spread across the dining table, and laughter filling the living area during movie nights. The four bedrooms provide flexibility for every stage of family life. A peaceful master suite to unwind at the end of a busy day. Children's rooms filled with personality and imagination. A guest room, nursery, or home office depending on what your family needs next. Weekends here feel easy. The smell of dinner cooking while the kids play. Friends arriving for a relaxed barbecue. Conversations that stretch into the evening while the house feels warm and full. Located in sought after Hairini, you will enjoy a strong sense of community and the natural beauty Tauranga is known for. It is the kind of neighbourhood where bikes are ridden up the driveway, neighbours stop for a chat, and families feel connected. This is more than an address. It is bedtime stories and birthday candles. First days of school and lazy Sunday mornings. It is the backdrop to your family's next chapter. If you have been searching for a home that feels balanced, welcoming, and ready for real life, 44 Sapphire Drive could be exactly what you have been waiting for. Your next chapter starts here. Please contact the Harcourts sales consultants below to arrange a viewing. To view property documents in relation to this property, please visit: https://harcourts.net/L39501377
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Tauranga
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
Rachel Cole - Advantage Realty Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Harcourts, Papamoa
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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