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Waimea Plains

455 Lower Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson

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Modern retirement living in the heart of Richmond

Contemporary homes, open green spaces and a welcoming clubhouse create a community that's easy to enjoy and easy to be part of. With shared gardens, walking paths and the Great Taste Trail nearby, staying active and connected to the wider neighbourhood comes naturally. Future care options, planned for 2027, will allow residents to remain within the community as their needs change.


Coming in 2027 - New Care Centre, Villas and Townhouses

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  • Available properties
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Types of homes

Our two and three-bedroom villas offer contemporary, living with open-plan layouts, private patios, landscaped gardens and internal-access garaging. Built to Lifemark 5 Star accessibility standards, they're designed to support easy living now and into the future. Enjoy the privacy of your own home, with shared spaces, walking trails and a welcoming community close by.

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Our one-bedroom plus study townhouses offer a contemporary home with plenty of flexibility. Open-plan living spaces flow to private patios, while sunny kitchens and a separate study provide room to relax, entertain or pursue your interests. Thoughtfully designed and easy to maintain, they're well suited to those looking to simplify without compromising on comfort or space.

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Available properties

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110m²

Villa

$720,000*

Spacious open-plan living, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, a private landscaped garden and internal access garage.

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1.5
1 carpark
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155m²

Villa

$995,000*

Offering generous living spaces, three bedrooms, and a private landscaped garden.

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2 carparks
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Townhouse

$705,000*

Open-plan living, a modern kitchen, and a private patio overlooking a landscaped garden.

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Study
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68m²

Townhouse

From $595,000*

open-plan living, study, and a private landscaped garden.

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1 carpark
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*Price is for an Occupation Right Agreement, secured by a first ranking mortgage in favour of the Statutory Supervisor on behalf of the residents. Price is correct as at 01/08/26. Stock availability at this price is subject to change.

Life at Waimea Plains retirement community

A strong sense of community is what makes Waimea Plains special. There are plenty of opportunities to connect through resident-led outings, hobby groups, the on-site brewery, pottery club and regular gatherings in the clubhouse. Being in the heart of Richmond means easy access to bike trails, cafés, wineries and the beach, while the welcoming clubhouse provides a place to relax, share stories and enjoy the everyday moments of community life.

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Top amenities & lifestyle highlights

  • ImageImageBBQ / entertaining area
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Resident stories

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Village brew club masters the art of craft

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A great night for the Great Gatsby

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Retirement village expert chooses new home in Arvida community

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455 Lower Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson
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Sales enquiries:
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455 Lower Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson
Get directions
Sales enquiries:
03 777 0063 - Carol
Career enquiries:Browse our career options