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244 Waimate North Road, Kerikeri, Far North, Northland

Whangārei, New Zealand

Guide Price

$752,250

1,275,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

This well-established meticulously-maintained lifestyle property offers privacy, space and a host of thoughtful upgrades that make it truly move-in ready. Located, tucked away behind delightful rock walls, this property has a multitude of options, or is already perfect for luxurious indoor-outdoor living. Key

Features You’ll Love: • Air B&B, guest accommodation or home office with some kitchen

facilities and potential for an additional bathroom, with plumbing already in place • Additional well-formed circular driveway just waiting for a large shed, and already providing expansive campervan or truck parking • Fully fenced and landscaped saltwater swimming pool, perfect for entertaining friends and family fun • Spacious open plan living, dining and designer kitchen, flowing seamlessly to the covered deck and pool area • Lovely rural outlook over manicured grounds and landscaped gardens • Double internal access garage with laundry and the sweetest dog grooming station • Set on a flat, landscaped section with manicured grounds and a rural outlook, this property creates an impression from the moment you arrival at the magnificent rock wall fence • Located within the Kerikeri school zones, a two minute drive to Bay of Islands Airport and a five minute drive to central Kerikeri There’s nothing left to do but move in and enjoy the lifestyle on offer—an immaculate home with outstanding entertaining spaces, swimming pool and stunning grounds to match.

Location

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Living in Whangārei

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

Andrea Magill - REAL Property Kerikeri Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Kerikeri

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