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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

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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

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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

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.

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