95 Mason Road, Maromaku, Far North, Northland
Whangārei, New Zealand
Guide Price
$412,410
699,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
•14.1790 hectares (more or less) consisting of 1 title.
•65% flat land and the remainder easy rolling.
•An established older 3-bedroom home with lots of surrounding infrastructural buildings.
•A disused dairy shed, a 3-bay shed, a 5-bay shed, a double garage.
•Situated at the end of a no exit road •Privacy and great rural outlook •Kawakawa is 16km away, Opua is 27km away, Paihia is 35km away, approximately 46 km from Whangarei city This is a great property that provides an opportunity enjoy a rural lifestyle and to supplement an income with cropping or grazing, as well as enjoy the beautiful Bay of Islands that are just down the road. Private and rural with some easy rolling land as well as around 9 hectares of flat pasture. An established home overlooking the property. It will be sold, so come along and have a look, see if it fits with what you are looking for. This property is for sale in conjunction with another 3 lifestyle blocks at the same
location and is available as a buy one or more. View these listings on our website www.pggwre.co.nz ID numbers WHG43295, WHG43296 and WHG43297 Give Megan or Dennis a call 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.
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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
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Contact Agent
Dennis Wallace - PGG Wrightson Real Estate Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Whangarei
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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