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16 Pohutukawa Drive, Coopers Beach, Far North, Northland

Whangārei, New Zealand

Guide Price

$412,410

699,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

The local seaside reserve and beach access are right across the road from this spacious three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with 760 sqm of landscaped grounds in central Coopers Beach. This welcoming home

features seamless indoor-outdoor flow with nearly every room in the house opening to wrap-around decking and a lovely natural setting. Views take in native bush in the reserve and a small coastal stream that runs along the eastern boundary. Designed for low maintenance and energy efficiency, this lovely home would be ideal as a relaxed seaside residence or a highly desirable holiday rental. The heart of the home is a centrally position open plan living area which opens out to a generous semi-covered deck and the lovely views. Tiered decking steps down to surrounding lawns and gardens allowing easy flow between all the different areas of the property. Internal living is a free-from space with the kitchen set back on the southern side. The kitchen includes plenty of bench and storage space and a large kitchen island. Double glazing throughout provides year-round comfort with improved insulation, reduced noise, and enhanced energy efficiency. Cross breezes enable passive cooling and ventilation and the addition of a heat pump in the living area would complete the system. Bedrooms are divided either side of the living area with the master suite by itself on the western end and two generous double bedrooms and a second bathroom on the eastern end. The master includes a large ensuite bathroom that is easily accessed off the lounge, a walk-in-wardrobe, sliding door access to the deck and lovely views. The second two bedrooms on the other side of the home are light and spacious with deck access and nice views. Surrounding grounds have been tastefully landscaped and well maintained, including a wide diversity of well-established native species and high fencing that create a privacy screen around the boundaries. Near flat lawns wrap around the home and there is a generous paved parking area in front of an internal access garage, providing space for guest parking and boat storage. Copy and paste this link into your browser to download further information: https://fncre.nz/16_Pohutukawa_Dr_INFO

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

Michael Healy - Far North Coastal Real Estate Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008)

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

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