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1899 Paparoa Valley Road, Paparoa, Kaipara, Northland

Whangārei, New Zealand

Guide Price

$330,600

570,000 NZD

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

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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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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.

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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?

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Contact Agent

RealEstate Me - Realestate Me Ltd (Licensed REAA: 2008) - RealEstate Me

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