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27 Clifton Terrace, Brookfield, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Tauranga, New Zealand

Guide Price

$448,400

760,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

The

Highlights: Three spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms Fantastic indoor-outdoor flow with great sun Low-maintenance home and gardens Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac close to the city Access to Waikareao Estuary/Daisy Hardwick walking, running and cycling loop The Details: Smartly designed and built in 2008, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and low-maintenance living, ideal for first-home buyers or investors looking for a well-located property to start their next chapter. Set back from the street and fully fenced, the home enjoys a peaceful setting. As you enter, the open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area creates an immediate sense of warmth and welcome. The east-facing kitchen captures the first light of the morning, while the lounge is beautifully sun-filled throughout the day and into the afternoon. Also located on this level is a bedroom, bathroom complete with toilet and shower, and a separate laundry. This clever separation provides flexibility, perfect for guests, extended family, or those looking to rent the room out for additional income. Upstairs, two further bedrooms and a family-sized bathroom provide comfortable living and a nice sense of separation from the main living space. The well-proportioned rooms also offer pleasant views of the surrounding area and greenery. From the lounge, sliding doors open onto the north-facing deck, creating a sun-drenched space ideal for daytime entertaining. A second outdoor BBQ area has been thoughtfully created and is positioned to capture the late afternoon sun, the perfect spot to unwind. This tucked away area also includes a low-maintenance succulent and flax garden. Being conveniently located close to the Waikareao Estuary is a huge drawcard, and the property also enjoys easy access to a number of parks and playgrounds nearby. Traffic into the city on workdays is near none, and proximity to the highway means quicker access to the beach, and routes in and out of the city for weekend get-a-ways. Schooling options are well regarded, with Te Kura o Manunui (formerly Brookfield School), Otumoetai Primary, Bellevue Primary, Otumoetai Intermediate, and Otumoetai College all in zone. Completing the home is a single garage along with an additional carport, providing safe and secure off-street parking and storage. With so much to offer, homes like this don’t last long. Call today to find out more. Request Property Files: https://www.timshort.pb.co.nz/request-information-files/PPU225762 Rental Appraisal, LIM & Certificate of Title

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

Tim Short - Property Brokers Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - 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