10 Te Pahi River Drive, Paparoa, Kaipara, Northland
Whangārei, New Zealand
Guide Price
$424,800
720,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
Well away from the main road, located at the end of a private quiet country lane which passes through native bush, this 10 acre lifestyle offers you a solid family home with fabulous view, plenty of sheds, grazing and fruit trees. Definitely a property where sustainable living has been the forefront of mind. A vibrant brick home is designed for practical living, while taking in the water and country views. Open plan living area with woodburner fireplace. Master bedroom has direct access to the family bathroom. A well fenced off courtyard expands to raised vegie garden. Structures in place for your own berry farm. Plenty of storage space in a lockable double garage with workshop, plus a metaled lean-to shed, hen house, storage shed for your firewood and the ride-on mower. You will be impressed with the huge flat lawn space out in front of the house, perfect to keep an eye on the children and animals. Fenced into various grazing paddocks. Cattle yards with loading ramp. It is all here for the next family to have their adventures with the animals. The property goes all the way to the estuary harbour water. The land has plenty of character, a dam catchment for water supply with seasonal stream. Plenty of roof space at the house and sheds to collect rain water too. Fishing is 15 minutes drive to Pahi boat ramp, or cafe is a few minutes from Paparoa Village. Please contact Rhoda on ph 0274 800 691 for more information and to arrange a time to view.
Location
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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→New Zealand at a glance
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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.
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Contact Agent
Rhoda Morrison - Dargaville Realty Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - First National, Dargaville
Next steps for moving to New Zealand
Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.
Understand the buying rules
Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.
Sort out your visa
Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.
Plan your finances
Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.
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.
Set up healthcare
Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.
Run the full checklist
Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.
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