808 Whitemans Valley Road, Whitemans Valley, Upper Hutt City, Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand
Guide Price
$899,000
1,550,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
4
BATHROOMS
2
Description
This truly magnificent family home and 4ha (more or less) rural block is situated in the always popular Whitemans Valley a short drive to Silverstream Village and its’ many
amenities including school, shops, daycare, parks and transport. The perfectly balanced and extended family home measures approximately 238sqm (not including decks) and is arranged over one level comprising four double bedrooms, two bathrooms separate laundry and a beautiful open plan living dining family area that is semi open to a formal living room. There are multiple access points to the outside which gives a great flow to the decks and superbly manicured lawns, gardens and fenced paddocks. Further there is a separate insulated studio with power attached to the huge garage that can be utilised in numerous ways. The gardens surrounding the house are beautifully maintained and could grace the cover of House & Garden Magazine and has been designed with (relatively) easy maintenance and sun in mind while parking is catered for by a double garage workshop with further off-street parking for multiple vehicles. From the living areas, whichever direction you look, you will see an amazing view giving you an ideal way to start or end your day, private and stunning, this is a home to aspire to. A true labour of love for the vendors, taking an original much smaller homestead and turning it into this amazing character villa. Truly stunning refurbished and extended 1920’s character villa. From 113sqm to 238sqm (approx.) Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, brilliant living dining family area semi open to formal lounge, separate study nook/office 4ha (more or less) of stunning land, predominantly flat, wonderful mix of garden & paddocks. The perfect lifestyle home section, well-sited for sun and designed for (relative) easy maintenance Space for stables and multiple paddocks, three separate driveways onto the land The perfect land/home package in a superb location, minutes from Silverstream Village Huge garaging, separate studio, three water tanks (75,000 litres) fenced paddocks and water access' To register your interest, plus access supplementary documents, please copy and paste the following link into your internet browser: https://www.propertyfiles.co.nz/3289686
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving 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→New Zealand at a glance
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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
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Contact Agent
Steve Slicker - Capital Commercial (2013) Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Bayleys Upper Hutt Residential
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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