69B Valley View Road, Lower Kaimai, Western Bay Of Plenty, Bay of Plenty
Tauranga, New Zealand
Guide Price
$489,700
830,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
If you're looking to escape the hustle of the city life and enter into the serenity that the rural lifestyle has to offer then this property is for you. Set on just under a quarter hectare of functional land 69B Valley View Road in the Lower Kaimai area
features a fully fenced, three bedroom fibre cement constructed home. Set over two stories with two bedrooms upstairs, one bedroom downstairs with open plan living, kitchen and dining offering your own rural outlook that provides the privacy that everybody seeks. The contour of the land is a blank canvas giving the opportunity to form your own self sufficient, potentially off the grid lifestyle. There's plenty of space for a few lambs, chooks, a bit of beef, planting your own gardens and adding a few fruit trees. The dwelling is Healthy Homes compliant as a rental investment or simply get stuck in, chip away and make it your own. Located just a short drive approximately 20 mins from Tauriko Shopping Complex and 25 mins to Matamata, so central if you're commuting to those areas. Such a choice way to live so if you can see yourself escaping here, please contact us for more information or an opportunity to view. For access to all property documentation, please visit the following link, select the "Documents" tab and 'Download File': https://rwbayfair.co.nz/BYF32931
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.
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We'll connect you with an independent, English-speaking real estate attorney experienced with foreign buyers. Not the seller's lawyer — yours.
Contact Agent
Billy Russell - Distinction Realty Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Ray White Bayfair
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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