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Roy Grant
250-287-2000 email: roygrant@uniserve.com
1050 Springbok This 3-bedroom home is situated in the family friendly neighbourhood of Simms Creek Subdivision across the road from a substantial green belt. It features 2&1/2 bathrooms, vaulted living room ceiling, gas fireplace in the living room, separate formal dining room, double garage, additional parking in the side yard plus a fully fenced back yard. $309,000 k for t Loo
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Royal Coachman, 84 Dogwood St
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How to increase storage in tight spaces People live in a smaller homes for a variety of reasons. Some live in a smaller home so they can be right in the thick of things in a city or urban center. Others scale back on living space in an effort to save money. But storage space in small quarters is often at a premium, and thinking creatively is a necessity to keep the home tidy and items out of view. The first step is to sort items and get organized. Then you can find a place for everything. • add shelves. Increase cabinet & closet space by adding shelves into them. This may double or even triple the amount of usable space, especially if you customize the shelving to fit storage containers you use to store everything from shoes to craft items. • opt for dual-purpose furniture.
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Benches with lids that lift up and sofas that convert into guest beds. An ottoman is a great place to store extra blankets and linens, while a trunk or crate with a sturdy top can be used in lieu of a traditional coffee table to keep books or board games. • think vertically. When floor space is at a premium, you may need to look up for storage. Frequently used pots and pans can be hung from a decorative rack in your kitchen. Use magnets on jars to store a spice rack on the wall near the stove. Racks above cabinets or on doors can be used to store everything from shoes to jewelry to toiletries. Shelving in children’s rooms can store lesser used toys away from the floor. Empty walls are valuable real estate in a small home, and tall bookshelves can house a number of different things. • take advantage of oddly shaped crevices. If you have space under a staircase or a spot by a dormer or in an attic eave, use the space to store items. You may need to get creative, such as adding a door and small closet into the staircase. • use see-through storage containers. Plastic storage bins are neater and more stackable than boxes. See-through bins enable you to quickly find items. Clear storage containers work in the refrigerator, too. You can more easily spot leftovers,
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and uniform stacking containers free up more room for bulkier items. • make use of space beneath your bed. A bed frame with built-in drawers is the perfect place to keep bed linens and outof-season clothes. Beds can be raised on blocks to create more space underneath for storing rolling plastic containers and even seldom-used suitcases. • opt for an armoire. Armoires can be used in dining spaces or in dens to store items out of sight. An armoire can be used when retrofitted with a pull-out shelf as a laptop desk, storing all office items behind closed doors when not needed. • improve storage in the bathroom. Try to choose a vanity that has under-thesink storage so you will have a place to store some toiletries. Home improvement centers sell cabinets and etageres that can be placed above the toilet tank as a storage space for bathroom items. In the shower, hang a second tension-loaded shower curtain rod on the inside of the shower enclosure that can be used to hold bags of kids bath toys and other toiletries, keeping them off the tub ledges. When you think creatively, you can maximize storage space even in a small home.
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250-287-2000 1211 Cypress Street (near the Fire Hall) plenty of parking
Harry Hemphill “Have Harry Hemphill Help, Have a Happy Home Hunt”
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OPEN HOUSE Sun Apr 13 • 1-3 pm 219-390 S. Island Hwy
THE BEST VIEW
Prime location in a quality complex. Front of Pacific Place, second floor ocean view 2 bedrooms suite. Seven appliances and what a great view. The Rotary Sea Walk is at your doorstep.
$219,900
MLS # 364271
201-700 Island Hwy
Ted & Terri Chalaturnyk 250-287-2000 www.tedandterri.com email: tnt@tedandterri.com
• Ocean View Condo • Walk on Beach across the Road • The work is Done all that’s missing is you and your furniture • Wrap Around Deck • Fabulous updates include kitchen with Granite Counters and More
$299,900
A HOME FOR THE FAMILY
WATERFRONT HOME
Huge family home with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, jetted tub in main bathroom, multi-level home with basement and bonus family room, ideal for a large or growing family; all the space you will need. It has large master with full ensuite and walk-in closet. Handy kitchen with formal dining area or an eating nook, and a patio for gatherings. The family room is very large and will become a favourite for gathering of the clan. Call Harry MLS 367895 $359,900
This west coast design home located in Port Alice is close to shopping and the amenities of the town. The layout of the home is a convenient 3 large bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, with a flowing open floor plan. The large family room is on the ocean side of the home and has a private park for outdoor pleasure. This home is one of the best homes in Port Alice and one of the best waterfront values on the island.. Call Harry MLS 371606 $395,000
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564 Island Hwy
681 Homewood Rd
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Older 1196 sq.ft. home on a large, .29-acre lot, with 3 bdrms, single car garage, large, fully fenced yard and an outbuilding. $184,900
Royal Coachman, 84 Dogwood St
BETTER THAN NEW!
Beautifully renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse. Just minutes to Merecroft Village for shopping & the movies;swimming and skating at Strathcona Gardens; playing fields and walking trails at Robron Centre. QUICK POSSESSION!
MLS# 343208
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Great development opportunity, close to town. RM-1 zoning allows for 22 units on this 1.93-acre property which currently has a 3 bdrm modular home on it. There is access from Smith Rd. as well as Homewood Rd. $375,000
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1200 Marine Dr Port Alice
975A Shoppers Row
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Iris Adams
551 Springbok
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Significantly rebuilt 4 bdrm, 3 bath ocean view home. Features include bay window, new cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a complete new rooftruss system with fiberglass shingles. Yard is completely fenced. $349,000
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33-2520 QUINSAM RD
No Grass to mow! Just the fun of gardening! Great family park. Just 5 minutes to town. Just 5 minutes to shopping, Elk Falls Park and Canyon View Trails. 1086 square feet! MLS# 347198
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For the month of April Coast Realty Group Campbell River, and participating local businesses, will be running a treasure hunt. Our 30 year Coast logo will be hidden ‘in plain sight’ at participating businesses. Find the logo, enter a ballot into the ballot box at that business, and you could win a draw prize from the business. You will also be entered to win the grand prize, to be drawn at Coast Realty Group Campbell River on April 30, 2014.
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Coast Realty Group is celebrating 30 years in business this year, and the Coast Realty Group Campbell River office wants to share that celebration with you! To find the participating businesses, look at Coast Realty agents’ ads throughout the Homefinder every week. Then find the logo and enter! Enter at each location. Email a photo of you by the logo to: coastcr@coastrealty.com and get an extra entry!
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Evan Hughes
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THE VIEW FROM THIS OCEANFRONT HOME will take your breath away. It sits on over an acre corner lot and has 4 bdrms and 4 baths plus tons of storage.
with 4 bdrms, 3 baths, high ceilings, gourmet kitchen, open concept, double garage, RV parking and access to the fenced back yard that backs on a green belt.
Price is $649,000
Price is $439,000
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2273 GALERNO ROAD Attention first time buyers and investors! 1340 sq. ft. two large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Excellent Willow Point Location, walk to the beach and all levels of schools. Current rent is $1000 and has long term tenants. MLS® 368145
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823 SAYWARD ROAD Tired of the Rat Race? Looking for privacy? Bird sanctuary across the street. 4 car garage, 4 bdrms, 3 baths. Backyard par 3! On one acre! This home has it all. And all for under $200,000. A rare treat even in Sayward. MLS® 371618
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ED HANDJA Personal Real Estate Corporation & SHELLEY McKAY Your Local Oceanfront Experts!
Ed’s cell: 250-287-0011 • Shelley’s cell: 250-830-4435 • 250-287-2000 • Toll Free 1-800-563-7322 edhandja@bcoceanfront.com shelleymckay@bcoceanfront.com
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262 Island Hwy
Classic character home on .586 acre, 1900sqft 3 bdrm/2 bath, with ocean views. Impressive upgrades, unique features. 24x32 shop, RV parking, gardens. $399,000
533 Park Forest
2674sqft walk-out home, 3 bdrm/2 bath main level entry. Suite possibilities on lower floor. Furnished Glen Eagle show home. Open house, Thursdays 12-3.
$334,600
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18 Freda Road 20 Freda Road SOLD! 23 Edith Road 146 Harbour View Road NOW 15 Freda Road 14 Brabant Cres. NOW 1082 Resolution Road NOW
13 FREDA RD Tahsis
3-5100 DUNCAN BAY RD, Campbell River
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Fabulous, spacious, 2450 sq.ft. basement home, 9’ ceilings throughout, 5 beds, 3 baths, it’s beautiful and so are the Ocean & Mountain views. Open plan, loads of windows and flooded with sunlight from it’s southern exposure. Oak & tile floors in main living area. Master owns it’s own bath with soaker tub and separate shower and of course a walk in closet. Large partially covered deck for year round entertainment & to take in the views with both gas and water outlets for your convenience. This quality built home sits on a 4’ cemented crawl, has a high velocity furnace, generous sized lot, RV parking, sprinkler system and the backyard is fully fenced. Located in desired area, walking distance to all levels of school as well as North Island College. 424,900
B 895 Evergreen
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MLS# 360333 MLS# 360381 MLS# 360232 MLS# 346606 MLS# 355625 MLS# 355119 MLS# 361074
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279 S MURPHY ST, Campbell River
2115 Island Hwy
628 Nodales
Leslie Kaardal
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picturesque Tahsis. Large open kitchen / dining with french doors to a nice size family room. The living room is bright and spacious. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, An art / craft room off of living room with a hot tub. The vendor is including a boat with this sale!!
$120,000
Come home to comfort and quietness. This mobile home is in a very desirable location within blue spruce MHP. Directly across is the landscaped park, picnic shelter and fire pit. A new addition in 2010 adds storage, office space and a family room. 2 bedrooms, a luxury bath with jetted tub and 2 sinks which serves as a cheater ensuite. Skylights light up the kitchen and bath. Very well cared for and very clean.
NEW PRICE $107,900
Breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains from this fine home located in prime neighborhood. Fully furnished up and down! Grade level entry with 3 bedrooms on main level and 2 baths. The deck off of the dining room is spacious and covered giving opportunity to relax, sit back and enjoy those views. Down is a fully contained in-law suite with 2 bedrooms, sitting area, nicely renovated bath, and large kitchen. Workshop in basement with door to outside. Many fruit trees and great garden area. This lot is a great size at .32 acres. Cost of the new roof was $26,000 in 2012. $485,000
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WOW!!! Check the “ Va l u e ” h e r e , o n l y 209,900. You’ll “love” the fenced courtyard style backyard that is complete with patio stones, raised REDUCED $209,900! garden beds and a 5 tier stone waterfall that spills into its beautiful pond. Don’t miss out, just 20 yrs old, 1724 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with main living up and big familyroom down. Gas heat and hot water. This 1/2 duplex is centrally located, within walking distance to rec centre, arena, schools, college, restaurants, java shops, nature trails, shopping and only 5 minutes drive to downtown.
1250B Ironwood St.
Cholene Begin (Shawl-leen)
1254 Blesbok Very Victorian and what street appeal, residing in sought after neighbourhood. Lots of square footage with 4 beds, 4 baths and a quaint den with gas fireplace and French doors that lead to your own private patio stones and gardens. Bring your ideas and yourself, you’ll love it. Quiet corner lot with double garage, easy stroll to all amenities...It’s kind of house on the block that people say “You know the one, the beautiful one on the corner, with the veranda”. Now only 279,900!!!
250-287-2000
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SOLD! 496 Sandowne dr.
Renovated home with a legal suite. New roof, windows, doors, deck, flooring, paint, fixtures and appliances. Features 2 gas fireplaces, gas forced air, and single garage on a very large lot with lots of RV parking and a large dry storage shed.
$239,900
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Walk on waterfront in the best location on the coast. Comfortable spacious older Rancher with near new roof and lots of charm. There is a guest cottage/rental as well as a concrete shop and lots of parking. Excellent oceanfront value. $529,900
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106 Surfside dr.
Big treed, private property, 1 block from the beach. Solid double wide with big addition has 5 bedrooms, family and living rooms, 2 1/2 baths. There is a new 15K septic system and brand new siding as well. The taxes here are also very low. Make an offer. MLS 295356
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Sweet parklike property with fruit trees, gardens, small detached shop, tree fort as well as solid lean too with a newer riding mower. Cared for 1450 modular with wood siding & new shingle roof. Super private & gorgeous. MLS 345423
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505 park forest dr Beautiful, big, executive rancher on a large SAT., APRiL 12 • 11 Am - 12 Pm lot at the end of a no through road. Huge custom kitchen has heated tile floor into the formal dining room. Oak hardwood floors, full size door & stairs into crawl space, a 2 piece washroom in the bonus room, heated tile in ensuite. Beautifully landscaped, ample RV parking & sprinklers, drive in access to the back yard. 2 proper storage buildings, raised bed garden area & graveled side storage area. $379,900REDUCED A fabulous offering in an exceptional location.
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Great view and easy ground floor access from this freshly finished Big Rock Condo. Fully rentable in a solid well run Strata this is an excellent opportunity to own Semi waterfront for way less than rent.
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HOME Willow Point home with ocean view, popular family area. Low E windows, some hardwood floors, heat pump, RV Parking, quiet area Call Patricia to see. $324,900
GREAT FAMILY AREA CLOSE TO SCHOOLS.
3 bed/ 1 ½ bath rancher. Needs some lipstick and mascara. Detached shop. $249,900
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2 Bed/ 2.5 Baths, 2 level Patio Home, 1350 sqft MLS# 367116 $199,900
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3 bed, 1 Bath, Numerous & tasteful updates, Vintage Hardwood floors, coved ceilings Parklike setting, Shop, Large Covered RV Parking
MLS# 370501
$258,500
Cortes Island
GREAT WILLOW POINT STARTER HOME RIDGE SIDE - VIEW! - 4 bed | 2½ baths, Den, Family room, Rec room, Main level entry & walk-out basement
MLS# 370499 $529,900
2 BED/ 3 BATH/ DEN Nature Area Behind Located on a cul-de-sac
MLS# 367488
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$278,000
$259,900
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618 Edgewood Dr. $419,000 MLS 372315
Leslie Poustie Sales Representative
Dramatic main level entry 2 storey home offers beauty and comfort. You will be impressed inside and out, upstairs and down. Dream kitchen is the heart of this beautiful home, cherry wood cabinets, floor lighting under cabinets and on top of cabinets, expansive island, merges to nook and great room and open to dining area. In addition there is a den and heated slate floors in the entrance and bathrooms. Master bedroom has an ensuite with a jetted tub and heated slate flooring, 2 more spacious bedrooms and a large bonus room complete the upstairs. Features include crown molding, high ceilings, lots of pot lights, gas fireplace, heat pump, garden shed. The 3 car garage has room for a shop, RV parking and a concrete patio and deck round out this lovely home in a very desirable area.
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$224,900
OPEN HOUSE SAT, APR. 12 • 2:00-3:00 PM 2098 Dalton Road • Location! Location! Location! • 3 bedroom ocean view rancher! • Detached 20’ x 16’ wired workshop • Minutes walk to beaches & shopping
241 South Alder St. $395,000 MLS#371765
$372,500 320 Carolyn Road • Modern Open Plan Living Design • 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, Gas f/p • 200 Amp 20’x26’ Detached Workshop • Tons of RV Parking, u/g sprinklers
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Enjoy fabulous ocean/mountain views from tis 4 bedroom 2 ½ bath west coast contemporary home. This home offers a refreshing look that balances comfort and unique style. Special features include expansive deck, soaring ceilings, some hardwood and tile floors, gas fireplace and more. Upgrades including interior paint, some light fixtures & blinds. All this situated close to shopping & recreation. A MUST SEE!!
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81 Alder Street $279,900
OPEN HOUSE SAT, APR. 12 • 12:30-1:30 PM 2125 Arnason Road • Updated 1554 sq. ft. Rancher • 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom + Den • 18’ x 20’ wired detached shop • Plenty of RV Parking
• Location! Location! Location! • Outstanding ocean views! • 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, family room • RV parking, walk to hospital
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1106 Cordero Cres.
$405,000 MLS#345022
3396 Willow Creek Rd. $534,900 MLS#367578
227 Hilchey Rd.
$169,500 MLS#363618 6
Beautiful 3,374 sq ft 5 bdrm/ 3bath LEVEL entry home. Engineered hardwood flooring, 9 ft ceilings, expansive windows on main floor. Open concept design featuring “GREAT ROOM”Gourmet Kitchen – Maple cabinets, granite counters, WI pantry, chef’s island. Mstr Bdrm large WI closet and Ensuite with double sinks. Fully finished Walk Out basement , 2 bdrms/1 bath/media room/family room so much more.High Velocity HEAT PUMP, Smart Siding, Sprinkler system, ENERGUIDE rating - Dble garage and landscaped! Fabulous Family Home ready for YOU! Beautiful custom built home in Maryland Estates. Attention to detail is everywhere in this home, slate tile entry. Stained glass front door, maple hardwood floors, 9 ft granite fireplace,19 ft ceiling in great room, chef’s kitchen with built in appliances, women’s garage/pantry/wine cellar. Extra large windows all around, master bedroom with WI closet and beautifully tiled ensuite. Inside is just the beginning, landscaped with a lovely stress reducing granite waterfall feature, cedar fence and patio. Complete with double garage. Many more features sure to please, call for your private tour today! Investment Potential, Opportunity Plus! 1,224sq ft home in a PRIME LOCATION close to beach. 4 bedroom home on enviable .25 acre lot, fenced. Within minutes to Seawalk and Willow Point amenities. Large kitchen with eating nook. Open living and dining room with quaint alcove for your desk or piano. Very bright & sunny complete with carport & garden shed. Bring your imagination and some TLC to restore the charm to this 4 bedroom home.
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OPEN HOUSE SAT. 1-3 3820 Mitlenatch Dr., Campbell River • $549,000 Single Family Detached: 5 BRs, 3 Baths, 3500 Sq.Ft.
FABULOUS & FUNCTIONAL. 3500 sq.ft. 5 BR executive-style home with gorgeous ocean and mountain views. Master with walk-in closet, 2 sundecks, interior & exterior distributive sound system with state-of-the-art audio surround sound home theatre system. Part can be closed off for use as inlaw suite. Mature yard with fruit & nut trees, cedar hedges and holly trees.
OPEN HOUSE SUN. 1-3 2475 Joanne Dr., Campbell River • $499,000 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bathroom, custom built and finished by owner with backyard oasis on private oversized lot with future potential. Call Ernie now to view!
3806 Island Hwy. S., Campbell River • $829,900 3-4 BRs, 3 Baths, 3500 Sq.Ft., Built 2002 + 2200 Sq.Ft. Shop!
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Semi-waterfront. 1 acre custom built meticulously kept home has 3-4 BRs, 2 up and could be 2 down. Grand welcoming entry & custom oak curved staircase, open living on main floor, 40x54 shop w/16 ft. walls, single-phase & 3-phase electric, and ocean and coastal mountain views. Enjoy the benefits of this one-owner custom built & finished.
130 Taylor Way • $269,900 Cash cow for sale. Full, legal duplex with many recent updates located in a great family neighbourhood. Priced to sell.
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#7-3647 VERMONT PL MLS 371646 $279,900
491 MACMILLAN DR. (SAYWARD) MLS 346569 $200,000
30B S PETERSEN MLS 365282
$243,900
Landscaped, fenced & irrigated Heat pump & hotwater on demand 10 min walk to ocean & walking trails Call for a complete info package
1271 SHELLBOURNE BLVD. MLS 366252 $244,900
4335 S. ISLAND HWY MLS 342012 $249,777
NEW LISTING!
Ocean views of Discovery Passage and snow capped mountains. Main floor entry south facing 2 bed condo with secure entry, Underground parking comes complete with a 2002 Chevy Cavalier.
NO GST for this 2 year old, 1,450 sq ft patio home in beautiful Willow Green. 2 beds + 2 baths, including a spacious 5-pce ensuite. The open great room design offers n/g fireplace in the living rm & granite counters in the kitchen. Double garage, fully fenced & landscaped yard, close to ocean & walking trails.
824 Marguerite Rd MLS 350525 $249,900
508 Mallard Way MLS 347117
$250,000
Tastefully updated and meticulously maintained 4-bdrm 3-bath family home with 2 cozy pellet stoves, backing onto the park with ocean views. Shop with 220amp service.
FEATURE HOME 225 Carnegie Rd MLS 371783
SOLD!! Gaze out over the Sequoia Springs 8th fairway from the covered patio of this 2-bdrm+den meticulous patio home. Wide open layout, just 9 years old, secure gated community living!
2081 Eardley MLS 368942
$284,900
This 8 year old 1/2 duplex is main level entry and has almost 1,500 s/f with 3 bdrms +3 bathrooms, upper level loft, double garage and fenced yard with garden shed.
$608,800
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Updated from top to bottom, side to side, 3 bdrm 2 bath, 1,350 sqft rancher, featuring separate family room, fresh paint insideout, new flooring, lights, new kitchen, newer roof & more. Move-in ready.
SOLD!!
549 Laurel Cres MLS 366476
$269,900
SOLD!!
Beautifully appointed 4 bdrm family home with walk-out basement, elegant sunken living room and formal dining room with cozy 3-sided fireplace between the 2, and a big woodstove downstairs to heat the whole house. Meandering gardens and full width back deck, tons of space for everyone inside & out. - Gold River
Nicely updated 4 bdrm+den family home in a quiet Willow Pt cul-de-sac. New kitchen cabinets, fresh paint and new windows make it nice & bright, & new gas f/p for cozy winter nights. Priced below appraised value.
148 Engles Rd MLS 370790
2110 Joanne Dr MLS 370473
$319,900
$349,900
SEMI-WATERFRONT 180º VIEW Almost 1/3 acre flat and cleared semiwaterfront lot, centrally located. The lot is fully serviced with power, telephone, water and septic all in place.
1661 Penfield Rd MLS 356434
$269,900
SOLD!! Perfect layout for any family in this 3 or 4 bdrm Willow Pt home, with bright, open main living area, separate family room, walk-in closet & ensuite in the master, and fully fenced landscaping & RV pkg.
1139 Cordero Cres MLS 370300 $349,900
MAGNIFICENT OCEAN VIEW! PRIVATE RANCHER
OCEAN VIEW Neat as a pin inside & out, this 4-bdrm home has been lovingly maintained and updated with new roof, hot water tank, windows, appliances & more in the last 6 years. Covered back deck overlooks a beautifully landscaped back yard to some ocean view too.
Over 1,700 sqft spacious rancher on .41 acre in beautiful Mitlenatch area. 3 Bdrm 2 full bath, cozy woodstove in living room, separate family room , new roof & RV Parking. Close to ocean & Storrie Beach Golf Course.
303 Arizona Dr MLS 366512
LOT 20 Vermont Dr MLS 366519
$324,900
$328,900
299 Arizona Dr MLS 366518
$347,900
WILL BUILD TO SUIT
Brand new 1,580 s/f, 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher with a large open great room, big kitchen with corner pantry, and patio doors to the covered concrete patio and back yard. Spacious master bdrm with 5 piece ensuite. Heat pump included. Under construction, customize your colours now!
1590 South Island Hwy MLS 367082 $449,900
419 Harrogate Rd MLS 369348
SEMI-WATERFRONT
$474,900
Basement entry home with main living & ocean view up. Three spacious bedrooms, all facing south with the kitchen, dining, great room & deck all facing the ocean. Master bdrm has full ensuite & walk-in closet. Landscaped, fenced & heatpumped.
3137 York Rd
NEW LISTING!
Immaculate & private 3 bdrm 3 bath updated family home with formal dining area, open living room, fabulous family room with cozy woodstove, all this on a beautifully landscaped 0.49 acre, fully fenced back yard, covered patio, wood storage area, just blocks from the ocean.
BRIGHT & SUNNY RANCHER
LOCATION/ LOCATION Over 2,000 sq/ft 9-yr old family home in family neighbourhood. 4 generous bdrms, separate family rm, fenced yard, close to schools, college, Beaver Lodge & shopping
8799 Clarkson Dr MLS 370783
$424,900
SARATOGA BEACH
Gaze at mountainview sunsets from this elegant 3,000+ s/f 5-bdrm home. Vaulted ceilings, kitchen counters & fixtures, fresh paint & new warrantied Liquid Vinyl exterior paint are just some of the quality updates. Plumbed & wired for a suite & central to schools, college, shopping & Beaver Lodge.
Over 2,700 sqft of country charm with 4 huge bedrooms up, separate family room, large country kitchen & bright sunroom down, all on a beautifully landscaped 1/4 acre lot, just 2 blocks from Saratoga Beach.
2611 Campbell River Rd MLS 371100 $579,000
A 4585 Discovery Dr MLS 350382 $674,900
3-yr old 1,550 sq/ft rancher 3 bdrm 2 bath with custom finishing, cozy pellet stove, ocean/mtn views in sunny Discovery Plateau.
489 Ponderosa MLS 329845
$449,800
UNOBSTRUCTED!! OCEAN & MTN VIEWS IT’S ALL ABOUT THE VIEW! Over 4,000 sqft home with 5 big bedrooms, sunken living, long-life metal roof and the breathtaking views that Campbell River is famous for! Quick possession available.
4100 York Rd MLS 358303
$850,000
WALK-ON WATERFRONT
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2 HOMES 1 PRICE! Legally zoned full duplex with huge double garage/ shop on almost 1/2 acre. 3 bdrms on one side, 2 on the other, bordering Willow Creek. Ideal for investors or extended families.
535 Springbok Rd MLS 363496 $397,900
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Brand new 1,530 s/f, 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher with a large open great room, big kitchen with corner pantry, and patio doors to the covered concrete patio and back yard. Spacious master bdrm with 5 piece ensuite. Heat pump & landscaping included. Under construction, customize your colours now!
Semi-waterfront 4-bdrm home with HUGE deck for the BIG ocean views, hardwood floors, 2 master bedrooms, suite potential, .34 acre lot, just 9 years old.
Prestigious Carnegie St! Main level entry lives like a 3-bdrm 2 bath home up with spacious rooms and a big ocean view. Downstairs features a full in-law suite with 4 more bedrooms (7 bedrooms in all). Bring the whole family & live on the Ridge!
4 Bdrm, 3 bath 2,350 sqft spacious rancher on .89 acre just steps to the majestic Campbell River. Many updates throughout with new flooring, kitchen, bathrooms, windows, doors, painted throughout, and the list goes on. Beautiful rural estate living just blocks from town.
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COUNTRY ESTATE Nearly 4 acres of private landscaped grounds with 2 homes. 3000 sqft hilltop home offers 4/5 bedrms/3 baths, hardwood floors, granite counters & great mountain views. Estate includes separate large shop, greenhouse & squash court.
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Sat. Apr 12 • 12-1 63-1120 Evergreen Rd. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 4 years old, New Home Warranty. $229,000
MLS# 370340
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1819 Penfield Rd
150 Country Aire
2966 Pacific View Terrace
Custom built 1,884 SQFT rancher with bonus room. Lovely 2” maple HW Sat. Apr 12 • 1:30-3 floors throughout. 21’x8’ covered patio overlooks fabulous, easy-care shrubs 291 Arizona Dr. and trees. Over-height interior garage Beautiful new 1,780 sq ft rancher with and 40’ paved RV parking with power, water, & sani. Heated and insulated 14’x20’ bonus room on Large Lot! crawl space for your winter comfort. Offered at $349,800. Ocean view from the garden. $389,900
Gorgeous Ocean views and a 5 minute stroll to the Sea Walk! This 4 bedroom, 4 bath, West Coast Contemporary home has a wonderful ambiance that must be seen to be appreciated. Recently renovated kitchen and main bath; updated flooring, paint, gas stove and heat pump (2013) Low, low heating costs: average hydro is $110 per month & average fortis gas is $49. $404,999 MLS# 369206
719 Cameleon Drive
Wonderful 4 bedroom family home backs onto Willow Point Park! Great family neighbourhood is close to schools, recreation, and shopping. You’ll love the hardwood floors in the main living areas and the heated tile floors in the charming sunroom. Convenient storage shed with newer roof and a 13x23 wired detached shop. $317,000 MLS# 369914
Remarkable 3,000 square foot Rancher! Custom-built rancher on large, level 0.26 acre lot has an amazing gourmet kitchen with 5 deluxe, built-in appliances, giant island with granite counter-top, and stunning built-in cabinetry. Paved backyard access. $699,000
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4371 SOUTH ISLAND HWY $599,000 MLS# 368441 WEST COAST OCEAN VIEW HOME Custom built 1,864 sq.ft. home on 1.19 acres. 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms plus den. Spectacular panoramic ocean & mountain views from each level. Beautiful hard wood flooring, custom solid wood cabinets in the kitchen, granite & stainless steel counters, gas stove, stunning doors, cascading natural light & wood staircase. 1,200 sq.ft. shop. Private upper floor stunning master suite with large soaker tub.
#53-1160 SHELLBOURNE BLVD $79,900 MLS# 368303
THE WOW FACTOR! Absolutely beautifully renovated and spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath mobile with family room and laundry, room additions. Modern open design. Maple kitchen with 4 x 8 foot island. All renovations including 3 decks finished 3 years ago. Wood stove for economical heating. Vinyl siding on home and storage shed. Mountain view. Fenced back yard with Rhodo’s.
1995 PERKINS RD. $385,000 MLS# 367620
2252 OYSTER GARDEN RD. $1,199,000 MLS# 367809
638 MARINER DR. $539,900 MLS# 370521
4587 BARCLAY RD. $639,000 MLS# 367625
1.26 ACRE INDUSTRIAL ZONED. Corner lot with long term tenant, month to month tenancy with rent at $1980 plus tenant pays property taxes. All fenced, tons of parking. Mobile belongs to tenant but may be bought separately. 2 older buildings on premises. Excellent opportunity.
ELEGANT WATERFRONT HOME With 86 ft. of walk-on beach frontage. Beautifully mature landscaped grounds on .4 of an acre. Architecturally designed, 13 yr old, 5,113 sq.ft. 3 level home with the finest gourmet kitchen, main floor master bedroom with 6 pce ensuite, 2 bedrooms up with full ensuites, basement family, office & wine rooms, in-home workshop with 220 wiring, HRV, hot tub on seaside deck. Breath taking scenery. Marina nearby.
SUPERB OCEAN VIEW Lovely custom built 7 yr. old, 4 bedroom, 3,083 sq.ft. home with crawlspace for additional storage. Quality construction & oversize garage (30x24) has 220 wiring. Great ocean view from almost every room. Spacious Alder kitchen, 2 gas fireplaces, gas heating. King size master bedroom with access to huge sun deck with hot tub. Fantastic laundry room. Basement has 11 ft. ceilings. 60 gal. hot water tank.
OCEANVIEW SHOWPLACE Well planned for ease of fine living & entertaining. Builder & professional designer’s own home with outstanding views on 1/3 acre in quiet neighbourhood. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3,016 sq.ft. totally rebuilt over last 8 years. Showcase maple kitchen with granite island countertops, oak floors on main level. Luxury ensuite with rain shower. Huge tiered deck, hot tub, 23x25 ft. garage. New driveway.
storey home, 3,068 sq.ft. in gorgeous quiet rural setting. 4 bedrooms, 9 ft. ceilings, HRV & 2 gas fireplaces. Chef’s kitchen with beautiful Kenwood designed maple cabinets. 700 sq.ft. crawlspace, great storage. Wine cellar. 24 x 24 garage, 12 x 22 greenhouse, 24 x 28 detached garage, 34 x 22 wired shop & RV shop.
2950 PACIFIC VIEW TERRACE $389,900 MLS# 368085 SPACIOUS OCEAN VIEW RANCHER Nearly 2,000 sq.ft., this 3 bedroom 2 bath home features a lovely open design. Modern expresso maple kitchen cabinets, tile floor & stainless steel appliances. Gorgeous dark oak floors, gas fireplace in living room & generous dining area. Huge master bedroom with spa ensuite. Bonus room. Covered patio is superb for year around barbecuing. Ideal home for starting out or retiring.
206 MARIE PL. $512,000 MLS# 371130 EXECUTIVE CRAFTSMAN STYLE HOME Exceptional
1093 ASH STREET $998,000 MLS# 370755
4077 SOUTH ISLAND HWY $755,000 MLS# 364288
1807 CRANBERRY CIRCLE $258,000 MLS# 370446
SPECTACULAR ½ ACRE VIEW HOME Elegant, ocean view home, 4,100 sq.ft. of bright open living space. Maturely landscaped 1/2 acre fully fenced property. Completely renovated in 2010. Palatial gourmet kitchen with stainless steel & quartz. 5 bathrooms & 3 spacious bedrooms. All bedrooms have ensuites with porcelain tile floors. New roof. Vera De tilt/turn European windows & sound system throughout. An impressive & unique home!
1 ACRE BEACHFRONT RANCHER Fabulous 2,300 sq.ft. 3 bedroom home, lovingly maintained, on beautifully landscaped & private 1 acre waterfront lot. Bonus is 22 x 40 detached 3 bay garage with 440 sq.ft. office/loft. Heat pump, 1 yr septic system, oak & tile floors, granite countertops, 2 gas fireplaces. Spectacular 180 degree ocean views. Hot tub on sundeck, beach access & security systems for home & shop.
EXCELLENT FAMILY NEIGHBOURHOOD Close to all levels of schools & parks. Situated on large fenced lot, 60 x 120 ft. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has 3 yr old roof, 2 gas fireplaces, laminate flooring thru out on main floor. Fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer & dryer included. Spacious family room & den downstairs. Upper deck with gas BBQ. Great area, close to Sportsplex, Willow Point Park, nature trails, tennis courts & shopping.
6 yr old 3 bedroom, 2,489 sq.ft. home. Gorgeous open kitchen with new tile backsplash, new: dual gas/electric range, convection microwave, fridge, dishwasher, steam washer/dryer, under counter lighting. drapes. Hot water on demand, heat pump. Lovely gas fireplace. Oak hardwood floors, heated tile floors. 18 ft. ceiling in living room, office on main level. Enormous master bedroom, deluxe 5 pce ensuite.
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3949 GORDON RD $999,500 MLS# 368048 COUNTRY ESTATE ON PRIVATE FENCED 4.2 ACRES Architecturally designed, custom 2
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692 Pacific Heights Lane Well cared for 2 storey in Willow Point. 3 bedrooms/3 baths, nice back yard & patio area. $289,900. MLS#368488
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Outstanding ocean views from this near new home with a beautiful kitchen, 2 beds up, master on main, wonderful floor plan. $449,900 MLS#369163
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7-5100 Duncan Bay Rd
301-907 Cedar St
Great double wide with newer furnace/ HW tank / roof, sep. workshop and a wraparound deck. $129,800 MLS#368816
Completely renovated from front to back. Great views. 2 bedrooms, walk to downtown. $184,900 MLS#350395
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880 Kalmar Rd
941 Island S Hwy
Updated, reno’d, quiet neighbourhood & ready to move into. A must see. $283,900 MLS#363172
Oceanfront, 2 bedroom cottage/cabin. Cute, cozy and close to everything. $449,900 MLS#359541
513 S Alder Street
734 Springbok
Split level with some ocean views from upstairs. New flooring on main floor, new countertops in kitchen. $229,900 MLS#369196
3 bedroom split level family home, close to all levels of schools. New roof, flooring & paint. Dbl garage and great patio & yard. $298,700 MLS#364355
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Solid, well maintained ocean view 2 bedroom home. There is plenty of room to expand with a 24x21 family room downstairs. Watch the cruise ships in the summer sitting on the large deck and stay cozy and warm in the winter with gas fireplaces on both levels. Recent renovations include tile flooring, kitchen cabinets, new roof and the main bathroom has been totally updated. Pride of ownership throughout.
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Wow…. Look at this prestigious address. Awesome views of Discovery Passage and the Cape Mudge Lighthouse. Gaze at the eagles and watch the marine traffic and enjoy entertaining on your huge, south facing sundeck or at your very own pool side barbecues. Awesome large in-ground pool. This is a very nicely updated 3 bedroom home, close to downtown Campbell River & shopping, restaurants, recreation and entertainment. This home has had a ton of updating with well over 100k spent on addtions and updates including new bamboo hardwood floors, gorgeous new bathrooms, stainless appliances, nice maple kitchen, 1 year old roof, built-in home theatre entertainment system and much more. You will enjoy getting home and using the pool & massive entertainment size decks for those weekend get togethers.
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966 Shoppers Row
201 Island Hwy, $1,198,000 MLS 370991
The “Crown Jewel of Campbell River”, this contemporary style home has been well thought out and meticulously finished with great attention to detail. Large floor to ceiling commercial grade windows and unobstructed Ocean Views. Architecturally designed open concept living with masses of hardwood and high end tile & limestone floors. In floor radiant heat & heat pump to cool you in the summer. A chefs gourmet kitchen featuring a 14ft granite island. Main floor Master bedroom w/ walk in closet and luxurious ensuite with separate shower and soaker tub overlooking discovery passage, 3 deluxe guest bedrooms 2 with ensuites. The den with cozy fireplace on the main floor. Exercise room, large sauna & steam shower. Protected hot tub area with gas fire pit outside. The entire home is wired for entertaining, safety and for ease of use with the key less entry and security with a gated entry from driveway with intercom system. This really is a one of a kind low maintenance home with a metal roof polished concrete decks, fully landscaped with a sprinkler system.
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If there is one segment of the auto business that takes dynamite to get people to change brands, it’s the full-size pickup truck category, I’m sure most of us know of someone who is a “Ford guy” or The Tundra is “Chevy diehard” owner, even as capable as and getting him or her to move to a new many of the domestic truck would be almost brands but in some impossible. ways it still has a way It wasn’t until the last to go to truly be an Toyota Tundra was introduced in 2007 that alternative to Ford, Toyota was a real conGM and Ram. tender. That 2007 Tundra and this refreshed 2014 Zack Spencer model are designed, engineered and even built in America, helping to pull loyal domestic buyers away. The Tundra is even as capable as many of the domestic brands but in some ways it still has a way to go to truly be an alternative to Ford, GM and Ram.
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Looks As part of the 2014 redesign, Toyota went about setting up a slightly different look for each of its trim levels. Sold as an SR5, Limited and Platinum, each has a variation of the oversized front grille. The wheel openings are now larger and squarer, framing wheel sizes ranging from 18-inches on the SR5 and Limited and 20-inches on the Platinum. The Tailgate has a soft open feature, stopping it from slamming down, that is fantastic but there is no side step or ladder into the bed the way Ford and the new GM trucks have. Sold as a regular car, double cab or Crew Cab, there is a model for most buyers.
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Drive The big update for 2014 is the introduction of an 8-speed automatic transmission to help limit the Inside amount of fuel this big Updates to the interior rig uses. When matched for 2014 include a new to the base 290hp 3.6L steering wheel that conV6 the official fuel rating trols two new screens on is 12.4L/100km in the the dash. The first is the city and 8.3L on the intuitive and very quick highway. The optional uConnect screen in the 5.7L V8 with 360hp uses centre of the console. All Zack Spencer much more fuel and is Durango models, except rated at 15.6L/100km in this top Citadel, get a the city and 9.1L on the 5-inch unit; this trim gets highway. Over two weeks, in almost the 8.3-inch version, which is too bad. 100 per cent city driving and short trips, The second screen is embedded in the I used a whopping 20L/100 in the city. instrument cluster and can be customIf the Durango were allowed to stretch ized. I tried my hand at this but never its legs on the open road that number really mastered it. The biggest selling would have been much better. Handling point for the Durango is the amount of space it offers over three rows for 6 or 7 passengers. My youngest son loved climbing into the third row and could actually stretch out. I even tried it out and can report that adults have plenty of room in any seat. The Citadel model came equipped with a stunning two-tone interior featuring black carpets and tan seats. This contrast won over my wife who wouldn’t have looked twice at a Durango but after the first week she admitted how much she enjoyed the experience. If you
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One bad Durango in a good way The 2014 Dodge Durango test truck was the perfect Christmas treat. This is the perfect kind of vehicle to have when you need to cart around extra kids and family from events like skating parties to Christmas dinners to anything else that needs getting done over the festive season. With three rows of seats and seating for six or seven passengers, the Durango is a large comfortable vehicle for any large family or a family of four that needs to take extra people to soccer or hockey practice. The Durango tester was the top of line Citadel model with a beautiful two-tine interior, large polished wheels and classy looking grille. It was not fitted with winter tires but we had no skiing plans, plus all Durango models come with AWD as standard equipment.
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So far, I’ve looked at econo cars at the lower end of the market. No point in me offering price details because all Euro cars are substantially more expensive than the same examples sold here in Canada. Finally, I cast a close eye over the Audi S1, which is a hot sportback version of the popular A1. It comes with a 228hp 2.0-litre turbocharged gas engine capable of hitting 100 km/h in less than six seconds. I will reveal it will sell for more than $40,000 in the UK. It’s fast, it’s a premium offering and I’ll eat my hat if it shows up here. All of the above have great fuel economy going for them and most are competitively priced. The common keys to their success likely come down to two key factors. Impressive fuel consumption numbers matter because fuel in Europe is substantially more expensive than here. And Europe is crawling with folks going about their daily duties on often far less land and road space. While there is a greater acceptance of smaller vehicles in our cities, people outside urban areas have more ground to cover and so are tempted by larger vehicles, especially as a first family vehicle. And the truth is that the advances in fuel saving technology means there’s not a massive difference between the econo-cars and small family sedans. And perhaps a bigger factor is for “an extra $20 a month, madam, you could have the roominess and utility of this car.” A line heard in most dealerships, most days. And the sales people are not wrong.
in the gear ratio that helps mimic a conventional automatic design. In addition, there is a sport mode and paddle shifters on the steering wheel to help liven things up. Honda has done a first rate job here and their efforts have been rewarded with a six per cent improvement in city fuel economy and an overall drop from 6.2L/100km combined to 6.0L, something very hard to do with such a small car. The driving dynamics of the Civic has always been very good due to a fully independent suspension and willing engine. The 143hp is a nice match for this car and the CVT is a great complement. The 5-speed manual is a blast to drive but it could use a 6th gear on the highway, as the high-revving engine can get noisy. The steering is crisp and the car overall instills a high level of confidence.
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• Commercial office space right downtown for lease
• 1360 sqft fully furnished with desks & chairs • 4 large offices, reception area, and conference room • Located on top 3rd floor, large windows, very bright • Updated phone & internet system also air conditioned • $11.00/ sqft + triple net
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$287,500
• Pristine 2 bedroom + den, 2 bath condo • Awesome ocean and mountain views • Spacious, 9’ ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, heated tile and hardwood floors, granite counter tops and much more • Large ocean facing deck to start your day in the sun, also a BBQ hookup • Close to beach, seawalk, also the bus stop and shopping • It’s all here for you to enjoy!
Call BOB DAVIDSEN
250-286-3293 or 250-923-2134
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2585 South Alder St. $244,800 Nicely updated and well kept rancher.
Darling home with everything you need!
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Sat. April 12th / 11:30-1:00 1048 Galerno Rd.
Sat. April 12th / 1-2pm 1962 Alder St. S.
$313,900
$225,800
1306 Sq.ft. townhouse with mountain views.
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735 A Robron Rd. $236,000
Over 2000 sq.ft with a fabulous layout for families.
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Cul de sac lot in great area
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2728 Bradford Dr. $344,800
Short walk to Stories Beach, private & affordable double wide.
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Price Reductions Address 79 Rockland Rd. 315 S McPhedran Rd. 1508 Juniper Dr. 3548 Montana Dr. 686 Holm Rd.
MLS# 344571 369081 366360 367485 370213
Was $899,900 $255,000 $279,900 $429,900 $232,900
NOW $875,000 $249,900 $274,900 $419,900 $229,900
Just Solds Address
2311 Galerno 85 Pinecrest 13-1424 S. Alder St. 2498 Milford Rd. Lot 1 Cooper Rd. #8-48 McPhedran Rd. 698 Beaver Lodge Rd.
MLS#
368535 370599 363463 371684 367983 369049 367682
Realtor®
Stephen Grant Stephen Grant Stephen Grant Stephen Grant Bill Bradshaw Heather Parker Mark Warren
MLS #372310
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