185 Te Ahu Ahu Road, Kerikeri, Far North, Northland
Whangārei, New Zealand
Guide Price
$648,410
1,099,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
This captivating 5ha lifestyle block has a super family home, stunning views, native bush, and a pretty stream. And in addition, it's all ready to support haymaking, stock finishing, and a garden-to-table lifestyle. The home has the character of a farmhouse but the comfort of aluminium windows, double glazing, and a DVS system. The rich polished floors provide a homely ambiance to the living spaces, while the large modern kitchen ensures convenience for the family's needs. There's also a huge utility room, and a separate toilet. Wide verandahs, with skylights, sweep around two sides of the lounge ensuring great indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs is the bathroom and three double bedrooms - one of them being the huge master! In fact, the master is so big that there's plenty of room to add an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. Now to the outside: Carport and enclosed workshop/shed with undercover access to the home Two 25,000L water tanks for the home, with two Micron and one UV filter. A large veggie garden, glasshouse, chook house, and a bountiful orchard 13 fenced paddocks with water available (pumped up to a header tank and then gravity fed to each paddock and the garden) Large implement shed, garden shed/hay shed, woodshed Stunning rural views from the home and almost every corner of the property A pretty stream running through the bush, and a small waterfall (most of the year) Your
Location: Only 5km to Ohaeawai (primary school and local shops) and 10km to Okaihau (a quaint rural township). 17km to Kerikeri and Waipapa. 13km to Kaikohe. 23km to Paihia (access to some of the best boating/fishing/sailing in New Zealand). This property is in a Kiwi Zone and so there are restrictions on pets. Our vendors are on the move, so don't delay - call Paul or Barb today for further information or to arrange a viewing.
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving 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→New Zealand at a glance
How New Zealand scores for American expats
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
Paul Linton - Northland Circle Real Estate Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Ray White, Kerikeri
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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