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Billionaire Kim Dotcom's Property Journey

A look through Kim Dotcom’s lavish property journey across New Zealand’s luxury home market.

Gill South
Last updated: 21 May 2026 | 2 min read
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Two former homes of tech entrepreneur Kim Dotcom are for sale, including a Georgian-style mansion in Mosgiel and a luxury estate in Glenorchy.

This highlights a trend among wealthy Active Investor Plus Visa (AIP) buyers seeking a property "trifecta": a coastal home, a semi-rural lifestyle block like those in Coatesville, and an alpine retreat. These exclusive locations are attracting significant interest from high-net-worth individuals wanting the complete New Zealand experience.

Coatesville mansion

The Southern Sanctuary — Mosgiel

The Southern Sanctuary — Glenorchy

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Gill South Gill South
Business and property journalist