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Last 12 months : 97.14% (7 reviews)
84 Simpson Road, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa, New Zealand
Key Facts
- Reviews: 7
- Rank: 49 of 510 Villages
- Dwellings: 19
- Fee model: ORA / LTO — 6.25% per year, for 2 years. — Maximum 13%
- Min age: 65
Overview of KARAKA PINES PAPAMOA
Steps from the Beach, Miles from the Ordinary. Discover Karaka Pines Papamoa
Services Offered
- 3+ Bedroom Villa
- 2 Bedroom Villa
- Capital Gain Village
- RETIREMENT VILLAGES
Service Information
Facility information supplied by provider.
This business is part of Karaka Pines Villages.
Discover the best of beachside retirement living at Karaka Pines Papamoa.
Just one street back from the beach, Karaka Pines Papamoa offers effortless coastal living. A direct walkway from the village leads to Papamoa Beach Road making it perfect for a sunrise or sunset stroll.
If you are looking for boutique retirement living Karaka Pines Papamoa is the choice for you. With only 114 villas upon completion, resident capital gain and one simple fixed fee for life you'll see why Karaka Pines Papamoa is the smarter choice.
Offering duplex or standalone homes with a choice of 2 or 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite, a full guest bathroom, and single or double garage there is something for everyone.
No. of Dwellings: 19
Management
Karaka Pines Papamoa is managed by Karaka Pines Villages, offering better retirement options to New Zealanders, with a capital gain model where you get the capital gain and fees far lower than in a standard retirement village.
Resident Activities
When the Village Clubhouse is built, scheduled for completion in Stage 4, it will be the focus of community activities. It will include a gym, library, dining, lounge and kitchen area's and a games/hobby room. An interim temporary clubhouse is available for residents.
(Last Updated: 19th February 2026)
Costs & Entry Conditions
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Fee Model
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Minimum Age of Entry
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65
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Lowest Known Price
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$860,000
2 Bedroom Townhouse
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Highest Known Price
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$1,100,000
3+ Bedroom Villa
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Capital Gain
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Resident
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Capital Loss (if any)
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Resident
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Maintenance Fees Starting from
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$170 per week
(Paid Weekly)
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Maintenance Fee Increases?
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Set by Provider |
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Extra Costs/Fees
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Personal Utilities |
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No. of Dwellings in Village
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19 |
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Data Current As of
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Unknown |
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Resident Reviews for KARAKA PINES PAPAMOA
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4.9
(7 reviews)
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Perfect option for me
5 / 5 ★Perfect option for me. New villa spacious & well equipped. Great location, good neighbours, friendly atmosphere, close to beach.
Big + spacious living options + capital gains
5 / 5 ★Big + spacious living options + capital gains. Great people!
Very Spacious Villas
4 / 5 ★Great to be able to keep capital gains on property when selling. Very spacious villas.
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