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23 Tay Street, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Tauranga, New Zealand

Guide Price

$1,563,500

2,650,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

3

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Description

Our vendors are motivated to sell this lifestyle haven just moments from Mount Maunganui's iconic shoreline. This is now a buyers opportunity to secure a spacious family home in a highly regarded Tay Street enclave. Built in 2005 with plaster-over-block construction and linear weatherboard detailing, the home unfolds across multiple levels, offering four bedrooms and three bathrooms, along with a versatile layout ideal for families or professionals seeking space and separation. Two living spaces on the main level provide flexibility for large families, while the executive master suite occupies the top level, capturing a scenic outlook toward the Mount. At the heart of the home, an entertainer’s kitchen impresses with double ovens, floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, and a dedicated breakfast bar, and flows seamlessly to open-plan casual dining and a TV area. A connected formal lounge, complete with a gas fireplace, creates an inviting setting for evenings in. Outdoor living is a true highlight, with a stairway lined with lush tropical succulents leading to a north-facing alfresco living space with all-day sun. This space caters for all your outdoor living needs and

features a spa pool, patio and an elevated area flowing from the central living, which presents the perfect area for a cosy daybed or lounge set for those relaxing afternoons in the sun with a good book. Additional

features include a double internal garage with excellent storage, a covered boat park or alternative car port with more lockable storage, an outdoor shower and a dedicated fish-filleting station. In zone for Mount Primary School and just a five-minute stroll to Marine Parade, Tay Street Beach Kitchen, Mount Main Beach and Blake Park sports field and Bay Oval international cricket and concert venue, this is Mount living at its finest.

Location

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Living 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
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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

John Pasley - Success Realty Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Bayleys, Mt Maunganui

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