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40 Champion Road, Kaingaroa, Far North, Northland

Whangārei, New Zealand

Guide Price

$405,420

699,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

Vendors instructions are "SELL" and will look at all offers over $699,000. Set against rolling Northland hills and wrapped in total privacy, this spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom haven in Kaingaroa is the kind of place where days slow down, the sky feels bigger, and life finally has breathing room. Step inside and the charm is immediate. Timber ceilings arch overhead, exposed beams add a craftsman’s touch, an open-plan layout unfolds with the warmth of a country lodge. The kitchen is a standout with modern appliances including a new wood range with wetback, natural light pouring in and a stunning live-edge macrocarpa benchtop that brings nature indoors. The living areas feel both grounded and uplifting, with character details throughout - stained-glass flourishes, a brick fireplace, and bifold doors that dissolve the boundary between indoors and out. Open them up and the deck becomes your second living room, a front-row seat to sweeping rural panoramas. Upstairs, the spacious 45m2 bedroom is a retreat within a retreat. Elevated views spill across the valley, & the private deck feels like a treehouse perch. Complete with a beautiful ensuite including a bath to soak in, plus a walk in robe. One bedroom downstairs with bathroom, separate toilet plus garage with internal access. Outside, the property is a story in itself. Established gardens, rock-edged beds, retaining walls, raised vege gardens, lots of native trees, shaded outdoor nooks, post-and-rail fencing, a greenhouse and a rustic workshop/utility shed. Continuing on are cattle yards, loading race, timber shed, hay shed, 4 dams on the property being 1 main dam that services the troughs. Two 25,000L water tanks, 7 paddocks in total all troughed. Big septic drip line of 230m2. A substantial gravel driveway and extensive parking. This property has it all! Built 3 years ago by the vendor with full COC. It isn’t just a home - it’s a lifestyle reset. A place where you can live simply, spaciously, & in tune with the land. Contact Lee Dickens.

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

Lee Dickens - Arizto 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

NZD