1899 Paparoa Valley Road, Paparoa, Kaipara, Northland
Whangārei, New Zealand
Guide Price
$330,600
570,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
Description
PRICE REDUCED MUST BE SOLD -WILL LOOK AT ALL OFFERS! For Sale - Private Sale Asking Price $570,000 1899 Paparoa Valley road Kaipara Northland Skip to the village and soak up the sun as you discover this perfect family home for first-home buyers that ticks umpteen boxes within a very competitive price point. Originally built in the 1940s, the spacious 110m2 house has retained much of its character, while being sympathetically updated for modern life and comfort. With three good-sized bedrooms, a spacious open-plan lounge, and an updated kitchen and bathroom, all the hard work has been done, so you can move in and relax while you consider how you want to personalise it further. A heat pump and wood burner keep the house toasty in winter, while a sun-soaked deck is the perfect spot to open out to in summer. Freshly painted in neutral tones, the whole house exudes calm and ease, right down to the lovely native-timber floorboards. There are also two toilets – one in the main bathroom, the other in the separate laundry – to save on fights when the kids get older and someone takes too long in the main bathroom! Adjacent to the house is a picturesque older-style garage and carport, allowing all-weather parking and dry access to the house on rainy days. Meanwhile, the easy-care, flat, 1012sqm section for the kids to run around in, it has plenty of space for you to have a few chickens, it already has an established fenced off vegetable garden and the property is fully fenced for your peace of mind (the vendor has previously operated a home-based childcare service from here). Out the back feels very private and leafy – with farm views, also lots of scope here for the keen gardener to create something special. On weekends, stroll down to the weekly farmers' market for fresh bread, plants for your veggie garden, and a meet and greet with other locals. After a quiet few years, the famous Paparoa pub is soon to re-open just a bit further along the road, and there's also a dairy, shops, cafes and services. And only ten minutes further will take you to the stunning Kaipara Harbour, for fishing, boating and swimming. The current young family have loved living so close to the village, local schools and nature walks, but now with a new project with more land calling, they are ready to let someone else make it their own. Keenly priced, you need spend nothing more here. Fully insulated and healthy homes compliant, it could also be a tidy renter for an investor. This sweet home won’t last long on the market, as the motivated owners have a short time frame in mind and are keen to look at all offers. Contact the owner on 0274 887 108 to make a time to view, and bring your offers now.
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
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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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