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39a Harvey Street, Avenues, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Tauranga, New Zealand

Guide Price

$855,500

1,450,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

3

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Description

If

location is a priority and you are seeking a spacious family home with scope to make it your own, and loads of that rare vehicle space, this Harvey Street property is a must view. Completed in 1981 in what has become one of Tauranga’s most desirable Avenues streets, this solid brick home occupies a very gently sloping site affording it a just enough surrounding garden and outdoor living. The property has elevation for sunshine, water peeps and a green urban outlook. Plus, as well as a large double garage and a carport, has onsite parking for all extra family or visitor vehicles, boat, camper…. Enter the foyer mid-level. Take a short flight of stairs up to the main living areas, or one down to garaging and a surprising amount of versatile space on the ground floor. The upper level spans a tidy well-equipped kitchen with servery to the large dining room, then cavity sliding doors to the spacious lounge. The surrounding, mainly covered, deck extends to the master suite and provides outdoor escapes in all weathers. A second large bedroom, family bathroom and separate toilet along the west side with steps linking the laundry to the garden below. Head downstairs and, as well as an oversized double garage with workshop bench, discover basement style office and storage behind a massive rumpus room/ lounge plus a double bedroom and bathroom. The private patio off this area adds to its appeal as the perfect party place, a great teenagers’ haven, and with a little tweaking, it could be self-contained for extended family or Air BnB. Originally architecturally designed (plans are available) this home exudes a gracious atmosphere with its timber ceilings and generous spaces. While in excellent condition and comfortably liveable now it would respond well to an interior décor update without the need for structural changes. Double glazing has already been installed With the CBD handy, excellent schooling in the vicinity and proximity to the waterfront, this must be the ideal intergenerational home in the ideal location.

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.

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Contact Agent

Carmen Dickison - Success Realty Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Bayleys, Tauranga

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