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31 Walter Road, Lowry Bay, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt City, Wellington

Wellington, New Zealand

Guide Price

$809,100

1,395,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

Welcome to an exceptional family residence where contemporary elegance meets timeless character. Privately positioned, this beautifully finished home offers a rare sense of seclusion, space, and refined living in a truly picturesque and tranquil setting. Exhibiting classic Art Deco detailing, the home blends period charm with modern comfort, creating warmth, sophistication, and enduring appeal. Thoughtful updates throughout result in a residence that feels both refined and effortlessly liveable. Surrounded by a beautifully planted garden and professionally considered landscaping, the property is wrapped in established greenery that enhances privacy and creates a peaceful retreat from the outside world. The elevated position and lush surroundings set a calm, welcoming tone from the moment you arrive. The heart of the home is the light-filled, open-plan kitchen and living space, which offers seamless indoor–outdoor flow to the deck and garden—ideal for entertaining and family life. The renovated kitchen is central, featuring quality appliances, natural stone benchtops, and ample storage, perfectly blending function and style. Accommodation is flexible with four spacious bedrooms, suitable for family, guests, or a home office. The stylish family bathroom

features a walk-in shower, complemented by a convenient separate downstairs powder room. Off-street parking via a private drive completes this exclusive and practical offering. This is a home that beautifully balances classic Art Deco charm with contemporary family living—where landscaped gardens, tranquil privacy, and timeless style come together to create an exceptional lifestyle. Key

Features: Four spacious bedrooms Separate, spacious lounge Family bathroom with walk-in shower plus separate powder room (downstairs) Renovated kitchen with quality appliances and natural stone benchtop Light-filled open-plan living with seamless indoor–outdoor flow Expansive deck with ambient lighting system, paved patio and beautifully landscaped, private gardens Separate laundry and wet area Off-street parking via private drive

Floor area - 182 sqm (circa) source - LIM report.

Location

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Living in Wellington

New Zealand's compact capital, dubbed 'the coolest little capital in the world' by Lonely Planet, with a vibrant arts and cafe culture that punches well above its weight. The CBD is fully walkable and public transit usage is the highest in NZ, but prepare for relentless wind -- it's literally the windiest city in the world. Locals are genuinely friendly and the expat community integrates easily, though the cost of living is high for its size.

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

Mike Lovell - Streamliner Group Limited (Licensed REAA: 2008) - Luxe Realty

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