Need room for the rent

2POSTS

12 years ago

Hello every
I am moving to new Zealand but don't know how should I manage the accommodation as I don't know anyone in the country. I have gone trough few websites but viewing is important so I can't manage it from the overseas and i can't afford the hotels bills.
help needed
Thanks

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WombatFred Active member

44POSTS

12 years ago

If you are alone, mature, and savvy, a common method is to stay at a backpackers that is centrally located whilst looking for a rental. Unfortunately, they can be somewhat expensive for what you get, but still less costly than a regular hotel. Just keep your wits about you if sharing accommodation and don't bring expensive toys (expensive cameras, high-end laptops, etc) that can be stolen. Generally, New Zealand is safer than most other places, but new immigrants are easy marks in any country.

It will be a challenge to convince a property manager or private owner to rent to you at first until you have a stable job and income. As long as you are calm, professional, well-dressed and have proof of sufficient income (or savings), you will have a chance. Getting around will be a challenge. Even in Wellington, which has a decent light-rail system, it is difficult to search for housing without a car. So, you should factor in $30-50/day for a cheap rental car plus insurance (if you want to be safe, although most people drive without it) to get around.

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kenjee ViP

19610POSTS

12 years ago

Hello MinuMaster

Welcome to Expat.com

I suggest you to place an advert in our section Housing in Wellington to increase your chances to find a rental.

Regards
Kenjee
Expat.com Team

tuporo2 Member

2POSTS

12 years ago

Hi where are you from and what area of new Zealand are you coming to? I maybe able to steer you in some direction here in new Zealand.

My email is thunderstorm@vodafone.co.nz, I am of Maori descent in New Zealand . Explain your situation and have you got a visa? are you here on holiday or work / holiday visa My names Queenie

gourav Active member

89POSTS

11 years ago

Best way for people who are not in the country at the moment is to use Facebook Groups
one of such Flatmate group is "fb.com/groups/127059894132800/"

this Group is for Auckland , Another way is to use sites like gumtree and Studentrooms etc.

Go for flatshare option and there is always an option to communicate in email. you can get a flat share in
somewhere from 130 to 200 per week including all bills which is way affordable than backpackers and obviously hotels..