13B Mary Hassett Street, Mangonui, Far North, Northland
Whangārei, New Zealand
Guide Price
$544,620
939,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
4
BATHROOMS
2
Description
Located above Mill Bay and easy walking distance from the Mangonui Village centre is this warm and inviting two level 4 bedroom/2 bathroom home surrounded by 793 sqm of well-established landscaped grounds. This home enjoys superb sea and coastal views, looking out over Mill Bay, Rangikapiti Pa, and the Mangonui Harbour entrance. Interior living areas are fresh and modern, filled with natural light, and nicely integrated with outdoor living areas, views, and surrounding gardens. Main living areas and the master bedroom are elevated on the second floor with sliding doors opening to a large, covered deck and superb views. The layout is open plan with kitchen and dining areas flowing out to the deck and a cosy yet spacious lounge area set off to one side. The kitchen is nicely configured and well equipped and a door off the adjacent dining area leads to a charming side deck that steps down to the gardens. Adjacent the kitchen is a separate toilet and a laundry room with exterior access. The super spacious master bedroom is positioned to one side of the lounge and enjoys independent access to a private deck area, an ensuite bathroom, and extensive built in wardrobe space. Stairs near the main entrance lead down to the lower level which accommodates three double bedrooms and a large bathroom with bath and shower. Downstairs bedrooms all enjoy lovely sea, garden, and/or coastal views, and the one to the far left
features sliding door access out to a covered paved patio. The lower level is carpeted throughout and wonderfully warm and sunny. Surrounding grounds feature well-maintained lawns and well-established gardens, with large palms and a variety of other ornamental trees. A large paved area and internal access double garage adjacent the main entrance provides plenty of off-street parking and storage space. Copy and paste this link into your browser to download further information: https://bit.ly/3KdTdzs
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.
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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.
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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
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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.
Understand the buying rules
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Sort out your visa
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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
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