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11 Hihi Road, Hihi, Far North, Northland

Whangārei, New Zealand

Guide Price

$385,700

665,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

This warm and inviting 4 bedroom/2 bathroom/2 living area home surrounded by 1288 sqm of lush subtropical gardens is less than 200m from Hihi Beach. Set back from the road next to a WALKWAY TO THE BEACH, this home offers a peaceful and sheltered seaside sanctuary with plenty of extra space to accommodate family and friends. With a WATER BORE providing continuity of supply and the option to purchase fully furnished, this property is perfectly set up as a turnkey HOLIDAY RENTAL for Book a Bach or Airbnb. Main living is very spacious, divided between two levels with a slightly elevated lounge and a combined kitchen and dining area below. The lounge

features a striking exposed timber high stud ceiling, and a sliding door opening out to a large wrap-around deck that looks down over surrounding gardens and offers a peek of Doubtless Bay. Kitchen and dining areas feature soft underfoot cork flooring, extensive glazing allowing light and sun to beam in, and lovely internal leadlight windows. The kitchen is simply fitted out but very spacious with timber cabinetry and plenty of bench space. Bedrooms are accessed via a hallway that leads off one side of the kitchen. These comprise an extra-large master suite at the far end of the hall, a second larger bedroom with charming conservatory style nook close to the kitchen, and two single bedrooms in between. The extra-large master suite includes an ensuite bathroom and access out to a second lower deck that is private and very sheltered and enjoys lovely garden views. Adjacent to the bedrooms is the main bathroom, space for a little reading area or office, and a laundry that opens out to a secret rear courtyard. Surrounding mostly fenced grounds include 2 carports, water bore, garden shed, paved pathways, manicured lawns and a lush abundance of easy-care subtropical plants. Copy and paste this link into your browser to download further information: https://fncre.nz/11_Hihi_Rd_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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