How much is it to rent a house in Rarotonga?

Houses for rent on Rarotonga and Aitutaki

Weekly tariff range NZ$	Name	Location
NZ$1100-1300	Arorangi Beachfront Studio, Arorangi	West of the island
NZ$1300-1680	Tupe’s Beach House, Titikaveka	South of the island
NZ$2000+	Muri Lagoon Villa, Muri	South-east of the island
	Arorangi Beachfront Bungalow, Arorangi	West of the island

Can foreigners buy property in Rarotonga?

The only people allowed to buy houses, aside from nationals, are those who have owned a business in the Cook Islands for the last three years. Land in the Cook Islands is customarily owned, and cannot be bought freehold. The maximum lease obtainable by a non-Cook Islander is 60 years.

Can I buy a house in Rarotonga?

YES! If you are a non-Cook Islander, it is possible to buy investment property and seek permission to reside in the Cook Islands, as the below video explains.

Can NZ citizens live in the Cook Islands?

Cook Islands is located between French Polynesia and American Samoa. It is self-governing in ‘free association’ with New Zealand. That means that while it administers its own affairs, Cook Islanders are New Zealand citizens who are free to live and work here.

What is the best area to stay in Rarotonga?

Crown Beach Resort is the island’s best small, full-service hotel, according to Frommer’s, while the 250-room Edgewater Resort and the Rarotongan Beach Resort on Aroa Beach are among the island’s original flagship resorts.

How big is Rarotonga?

67.39 km²
Rarotonga/Area

Rarotonga is the largest and most populous of the Cook Islands. The island is volcanic, with an area of 67.39 km2 (26.02 sq mi), and is home to almost 75% of the country’s population, with 13,007 of a total population of 17,434. The Cook Islands’ Parliament buildings and international airport are on Rarotonga.

Is alcohol expensive in Rarotonga?

Spirits are generally regarded as being cheap in the Rarotonga airport duty free shops, but wine is not really cheaper.

How much does it cost to live in Rarotonga?

Summary of cost of living in Cook Islands

Food
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area	NZ$1,206
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area	NZ$753
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas …) for 2 people in 85m2 flat	NZ$60

Can you move to the Cook Islands?

To live and work in the Cook Islands you will require an entry permit with permission to work. To satisfy criteria to obtain a work permit you must be sponsored by a person or organisation in the Cook Islands agreeing to your employment. Details for a work permit here. Arriving at Rarotonga International Airport.

Are there snakes in Rarotonga?

There are no snakes or spiders on the islands In fact, there are only six species of birds that are native to the islands, including the rare Kakerori, which can sometimes be spotted on the south coast of Rarotonga in the forest.

Where to find the best real estate in Rarotonga?

Rarotonga Real Estate rarotongarealestate.com is Rarotonga’s No.1 property site for real estate. Find the latest homes and businesses for sale, along with homes for long term rent.

Where can I find real estate in the Cook Islands?

Rarotonga homes for sale and Rarotonga Realty show a more specific search for this island alone, as opposed to using the Cook Islands in the greater term. Real Estate Cook Islands is down at Number 8 but when searched as Cook Islands Real Estate which comes in at number two.

How many villas are there in Rarotonga Cook Islands?

9 beachfront villas on the lagoon edge with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, 3 lagoon view villas, and 3x 3-bedroom lagoon view executive villas. Each villa boasts its own private swimming pool;

Who is Jeff tikitau real estate Cook Islands?

We have our ‘ears, eyes, and feet on the ground’ in Rarotonga and can help you make the best decisions for you and your property. The team at Jeff Tikitau Real Estate Cook Islands provide a high level of excellence, professionalism and quality communication that continues to exceed my property management expectations.