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121 Howard Rd
GI Salt Spring Salt Spring V8K 1N2

$3,800,000
Residential beds: 6 baths: 5.0 5,532 sq. ft. built: 2008

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
1027494
Bedrooms:
6
Bathrooms:
5
Year Built:
2008
A true turnkey opportunity - available fully furnished as viewed. Furniture negotiated separately. First time offered for resale. Custom-built in 2008 for the original owner. and thoughtfully designed for both family living and retirement. One of a kind, fully move-in ready waterfront estate with no comparable offerings on the lake. Panoramic lake & mountain views on a quiet, south-facing lot with abundant natural light. High-quality craftsmanship by Wilco Construction. Heat pump, fans & fireplaces for year-round comfort. Private dock and 150ft of beachfront for swimming & boating. Detached suite for guests, caretaker or rental income. Meticulously maintained - improvements & maintenance summary available
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
2008 (Age: 18)
Close Price Lease Total:
Existing Lease Expiry:
Living Area:
5,532 sq. ft.
Auxiliary Building Living Area:
710 sq. ft.
Main Building Living Area:
4,822 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
GI Salt Spring, Gulf Islands
Bedrooms:
6
Bathrooms:
5.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
1.52 acre(s)
Kitchens:
2
Taxes:
Building Features:
Fire Alarm, Handicap Facilities, Security System, Transit Nearby
Construction:
Frame Wood, Insulation All, Shingle-Other
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Crawl Space
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Electricity:
Yes
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Other Structures:
Guest Accommodations, Storage Shed
Ceiling Heights:
Total Building Area:
5,532 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
0 sq. ft.
Commercial Area:
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
6
# Main Level Bedrooms:
1
# Second Level Bedrooms:
4
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
1
# Main Level Bathrooms:
2
# Second Level Bathrooms:
2
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
1
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
1
Living Area Lower Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area Main Floor:
2,620 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
710 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
2,202 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Details:
Electric, Propane, Wood Burning
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal, Other
Sewer:
Septic System
Additional Accommodations:
Exists
Cooling:
Air Conditioning, Other
Heating:
Heat Pump, Radiant Floor, Mixed
Fireplace:
Yes
Pending Date:
Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven Built-In, Range Hood
Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, French Doors, Furnished, Soaker Tub, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wine Storage
Blinds, Screens, Skylight(s), Wood Frames
Balcony, Balcony/Deck, Balcony/Patio, Garden, Lighting, Sprinkler System, Wheelchair Access
Mountain(s), Ocean
Lake Front
Main Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
Other
Other
Other
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
Other
Financing Notes:
Assessed:
Assessment year:
Approximate Inventory Value:
Fixed Equipment Approx. Value:
Goodwill Approx. Value:
Gross Income:
Net Operating Income:
Association Fee:
Association Fee Frequency:
Jurisdiction name:
Gulf Islands Rural (764)
Legal Description:
Accessibility:
Accessible Entrance, Ground Level Main Floor
Bed and Breakfast:
None
Units in Building:
Units in Community:
Number of 2 piece baths:
1
Number of 3 piece baths:
1
Number of 4 piece baths:
1
Number of 5 piece baths:
1
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
1
Other Equipment:
Electric Garage Door Opener, Propane Tank, Security System
Occupancy:
Owner
Property Condition:
Resale
Utilities:
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Phone Connected, Recycling
Exposure / Faces:
North
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Upper Level(s)
Lot Site Features:
Acreage, Dock/Moorage, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Landscaped, Quiet Area, Rectangular Lot, Southern Exposure, Walk on Waterfront
Carport Spaces:
2
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage:
Yes
Parking Features:
Attached, Carport Double, Garage Double
Total Parking Spaces:
5
Road Surface Type:
Paved
Total Units:
Date Listed:
Mar 04, 2026
Original Price:
3800000.0
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Data was last updated April 11, 2026 at 04:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
128
Avg list price:
$1,147,500
Min list price:
$107,000
Max list price:
$5,985,000
Avg days on market:
59
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
665
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$614.08
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in GI Salt Spring. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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