FAQ

We understand that purchasing a new home is a big decision and there are so many questions to be answered during the process.  Here are some of our commonly asked questions, but feel free to email us or phone us on 02 4997 5520 if you need anything else explained.

Q.
How far is Karuah Waters Estate to the local shops?
A.

The estate is only 500m away from the local shops and services so you can either walk as part of your daily exercise routine or just a couple of minutes drive in your vehicle.

Q.
Where is Karuah Waters Estate?
A.

Karuah Waters Estate is in Port Stephens in NSW, at Waterfront Park on the Karuah River.

  • 20 minutes to Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest
  • 45 minutes to Newcastle and the Hunter Valley
  • 1 1/2 hours to Taree
  • 2 1/2 hours from Sydney
Q.
What are the site fees?
A.

Site fees approximately $204 per week plus utilities (as of 1/7/24). There are no council fees, no entry or exit fees, and you may be entitled to government rental assistance. 

Q.
What do the site fees include?
A.

Site Fees include:

  • Council Rates
  • Water & Sewage Service Fees
  • Maintenance & repairs to Common Areas including pool, community hall, boom gates, tennis court, volleyball court, Jetty & maintenance equipment.
  • On-site management & staff
  • Infrastructure such as roads, street lights and maintenance
Q.
What is not included in the site fees?
A.

Site Fees exclude:

  • Maintenance to Manufactured Home & Site
  • Utilities
  • Home & contents insurance
  • Lease preparation fee
Q.
Are you pet friendly?
A.

At the moment the residents are allowed one small to medium dog to reside with you.

Sorry, but cats are not approved by the residents committee at this stage.

Q.
Does it get flooded?
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We are located on the Karuah River, which has tidal mangroves along the sides. We aren’t registered as a flood plain and we have never flooded here.

Q.
Are rentals available?
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We are a residential owner-occupied over 50's village, we don't offer rentals sorry.

Q.
Does the house have a ramp?
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A ramp can be incorporated into your design if you decide to buy a new home here and some exisiting homes that may come available for sale also have them. Please feel free to give us a call for a chat on 02 4997 5950 or email sales@karuahwatersestate.com.au

Q.
What are prices like?
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Brand new modular homes start from $362,000* for 2 bedroom + 1 bathroom through to $394,000* for a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom option (and many in between). *Prices correct at 1 July 2023. Please email our team at sales@karuahwatersestate.com.au for more information on the available home designs. You are also welcome to give us a call for a chat on 02 4997 5950, or keep an eye out for new listings on our website, or through local real estate agents.

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What is a Land Lease community and how does it work?
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A land lease community works on the Land Lease model where you buy your own home and lease the land on which it sits via a weekly fee.  To safeguard residents the land leases are typically for extremely long periods and in some cases are perpetual. If you are eligible for the pension you can also take advantage of government rent assistance to make the weekly site fee even more affordable. For more questions about Land Lease living, please visit www.landleaseliving.com/faq