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Far North

Umawera

356 Te Tio Road, Umawera

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Umawera · Far North

356 Te Tio Road, Umawera

Land Price

$399,000

$2/m²

With 2-Bed Devpro 65m²

$698,999

With 3-Bed Devpro 95m²

$798,999

With 4-Bed Devpro 122m²

$898,999

Land area

17.20 ha

Zone

Residential

Natural Hazards

None identified

Council services

Live reticulated water, wastewater, and stormwater data is not yet wired in for Far North. Check the LIM report or contact Far North District Council directly.

Title Type

Freehold · Fee Simple

Legal Description

Lot 2 Deposited Plan 83925

Title Area

11.30 ha

Easements

None identified

Mortgage

Yes — 1 active

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

None

Covenants

None

12 registered instruments on title
Mortgage2025-09-16
Discharge of Mortgage2025-09-16
Mortgage2024-12-20
Discharge of Mortgage2017-11-28
TSM2017-06-13
TSM2013-05-09
Variation of Mortgage2008-10-22
Discharge of Mortgage2005-06-02
Mortgage2005-06-02
Mortgage2000-07-07
GN1943-02-08
DFLT1870-01-01

Market position

Priced 99% below the Far North average.

This section$2/m²
Far North · Residential average$231/m²

District average computed from the active sections listed. Updated daily.

Lifetime cost · Devpro vs Building Code

What is the lifetime cost of a 4-bed home at 356 Te Tio Road, Umawera?

Section price pre-filled from this listing. Tweak the build, mortgage, and running-cost inputs to see the 30-year picture.

The build

Mortgage

Running costs

Monthly mortgage — green-loan advantage

Building code

$4,411/mo

Devpro

$4,197/mo

Saving

$214/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

YearIf held (savings)If sold — resale premiumIf sold — total Devpro advantage
0yr$0$80,910$80,910
5yr$26,115$103,264$153,275
10yr$55,894$131,794$239,833
20yr$160,955$214,678$497,284
30yr$263,113$349,688$814,129

If held = cumulative operational savings (mortgage interest + energy + HVAC service + replacements avoided). If sold = full net-position delta. Click any row to see the five components that make up the total advantage.

30-year "held" savings — where the money comes from

Mortgage interest (green-loan 1% off)
$77,121
Energy (70% lower, inflating)
$139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time)
$19,932
HVAC replacements avoided
$26,539
Total 30-year savings
$263,113

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About this section

<p>Escape to the tranquil countryside with this expansive 17-hectare property and make it your own. It offers endless possibilities for those looking to build a lifestyle getaway in the country. Located on Te Tio Road, Umawera in the Hokianga, you are surrounded by farmlands, forest and the Mangamuka River, this property is a nature lover's paradise. <br /> <br />There are a number of possible locations to build or move an existing dwelling onto the property, you can take in the views of the river (where Hokianga Harbour starts) or be amongst the peace and tranquillity of the forest and birdsong where the original farmhouse is on the other side. The farmhouse is currently uninhabitable, but with some skill and hard work you could decide to resurrect the old girl or demolish it and start again. You can set it up to be 'off grid' or 'on grid' as well with a power box attached to the old farmhouse. <br /> <br />You can create a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life and have access to the wonders of the 'winterless Far North'. Build your dream home, plant orchards, raise stock on your land, or rent your land to the surrounding farmers to graze their cattle while you work out what you want to do. <br /> <br />Great news, there is a 40-foot (oversized) shipping container on the property that is watertight and lockable to keep your building tools and materials safe, a 30,000 litre water tank and the perfect shed with a large deck attached that can be turned into sleep out. You could even turn the shipping container into a tiny home to live in while you make your dreams a reality. <br /> <br />The property has a stunning forest area that is perfect to wander through, ground yourself and get that feeling of peace and serenity while being serenaded by birdsong that surrounds the property. It really does induce those relaxed vibes when you spend time here, the previous owners thought it would be a great place to build an off-grid glamping retreat. It feels that good.<br /> <br />Don't miss out on the chance to own this beautifully unique block of land that delivers you tranquillity and a lifestyle of your choosing. Whether you're looking for a permanent residence, a weekend getaway, off-grid living or an investment opportunity, this property is a must-see, with so many options, get in touch today! Priced at only $399,000. <br /><br />Some more information for those who appreciate a few more details:<br />• Not in a flood zone!<br />• You have multiple stock paddocks with water troughs to graze stock comfortably. <br />• Water for the water troughs is supplied by the Okaihau Water System.<br />• There is a metal road that runs from the roadside entrance down to the old farmhouse (fully fenced), then down to the shipping container area. <br />• A farm road exists to drive vehicles from one part of the property near the farmhouse to the other side of the property by with Mangamuka River views.<br />• There is an old pig pen on the property if you want to raise pigs as stock or maybe as pets?<br />• A couple of beautiful big old trees have fallen on the property over time which could make some beautiful wood items or sculptures if you are that way inclined.<br />• Kerikeri township is a 40-minute drive and Paihia is a 50-minute drive away.<br />• With Mangamuka Gorge Road open once more, Kaitaia is only a 40-min drive and Whangarei is 90 minutes from where you are.<br />• Jewels of the Far North to visit such as Cape Reinga, Doubtless Bay, Tane Mahuta and Mangonui Fish'n'Chip shop are all within a couple of hours drive.<br />• Okaihau is a 10 min drive away with a lovely cafe and superette for supplies.<br /><br /></p>

Site context

What surrounds this land.

Road frontage

971 m

KAHIKATOA ROAD, KOHUKOHU ROAD, STATE HIGHWAY 1, TE TIO ROAD

Nearest stream

346 m

setback may apply

Nearest river

Nearest coast

972 m

Nearest lake

212 m

Nearest wetland

1.1 km

RMA s6 constraint if close

Rail proximity

Powerline proximity

4.4 km

Distances are from the parcel centroid to Topo 1:50k features (LINZ). Road frontage is a proxy — centreline intersection with parcel boundary, not a legal access measure. Confirm setbacks with a district-plan check before purchase.

Survey & boundary

How well-defined are the boundaries?

Survey plan

Survey class

I is tightest, V is loosest

Survey marks near parcel

0

Redefinition survey

Unlikely needed

Based on plan age + survey class

Survey data from LINZ Landonline. A surveyor's boundary redefinition can cost $3–10k+ depending on site conditions — factor it in if you plan to build close to a boundary and existing marks are damaged or missing.

Aerial imagery

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