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6673 State Highway 12, Dargaville, Kaipara, Northland

Whangārei, New Zealand

Guide Price

$525,100

890,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

Private, Peaceful, Perfect Privately set back from State Highway 12, this beautifully presented 3.0760 hectare lifestyle property offers exceptional privacy. With timber gates open to a striking palm-lined driveway, creating a grand entrance and setting the tone for the peaceful country retreat that awaits. Warm and inviting, the home

features stunning macrocarpa ceilings in the dining and lounge areas, complemented by a gas fire for cosy comfort. The functional kitchen includes a pantry, gas hob and Miele wall oven. Sliding doors open onto a spacious, partially covered deck with built-in seating - perfect for entertaining or unwinding while overlooking the expansive lawn and landscaped gardens. The home offers four double bedrooms, including a master suite with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. There is also a full family bathroom with bath, shower, and vanity, plus a separate toilet. The internal double garage includes the laundry and a UV water treatment system connected to two storage tanks, with additional water collected from the second garage and glasshouse. Lots of parking space and turning area between house, shed and studio. A fully self-contained one-bedroom studio adds outstanding versatility - ideal for extended family, guests, teenagers or hobby use. It includes a living area, bathroom, kitchen, and an internal garage currently used as an art studio. Outdoors, the property excels with its well-established and productive grounds. Fruit trees, a dedicated vegetable garden, and eight well-fenced paddocks support sheep, calves, or horticultural pursuits, with soils noted as favorable for growing. A rare opportunity to secure a private, peaceful and highly functional lifestyle property - perfect for families seeking space and serenity in a beautiful rural setting. Deadline Sale (Unless Sold Prior) Closes 2.00pm, Wednesday 18 March

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

Megan Browning - PGG Wrightson Real Estate Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Dargaville

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

NZD