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48 Te Pene Avenue, Titahi Bay, Porirua City, Wellington

Wellington, New Zealand

Guide Price

$472,700

815,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

1

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Description

If you've been searching for somewhere to put down roots and that your family can call home, then I think you might've found it. It's on the market for the first time in nearly 45 years and it's easy to see why the current owners have loved living and raising their family here for so long. It's been beautifully maintained both inside & out and

features native timber flooring throughout. There's a real sense of permanence & longevity to the home. Maybe its the solid weatherboard construction or the double glazing and near near new roof. What ever it is, it's somewhere that you're going to love coming home to. It's set back off the road on a huge, elevated 1701sqm section that's bathed in all day sun and is surprisingly quiet and peaceful. There's an amazing vege garden and loads of room for kids & pets to play along with potential development in the future if you wish. The

location is brilliant as well, it's only a minute or two's walk to the local medical centre, shops, parks & the well-regarded Kura St School and only a little further to the beach. Tandem garaging under the house as well as a separate carport and enough room to park a fleet of vehicles completes the picture. When you add together the setting, the size of the section, the content & feel of the home along with the brilliant

location I think you'll agree this is something you're going to love calling home. Call Carl now to view.

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

Carl Beasley - Eton Avenue Ltd - New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Wellington

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