11231 Chemainus Rd
Ladysmith, BC V9G1Y7
$2,599,900
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 4.3 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
R-3
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $13,656
Interior
- Heating
- Oil, Hot Water
- Cooling / A/C
- None
- Fireplace
- Yes (2)
Exterior & Lot
- View
- Mountain view, Ocean view
- Waterfront
- Waterfront on ocean
Parking
- Total spaces
- 4
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom | Main level | 2-Piece |
| Bathroom | Main level | 4-Piece |
| Bathroom | Lower level | 2-Piece |
| Laundry room | Lower level | 15'7 x 25'4 |
| Hobby room | Lower level | 15'3 x 27'7 |
| Bedroom | Second level | 18'2 x 16'4 |
| Ensuite | Second level | 4-Piece |
| Primary Bedroom | Second level | 13'1 x 16'6 |
| Bedroom | Main level | 15'4 x 13'7 |
| Ensuite | Main level | 4-Piece |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 15'4 x 14'5 |
| Sunroom | Main level | 14'11 x 11'2 |
| Kitchen | Main level | 14'11 x 13'4 |
| Dining room | Main level | 14'11 x 12'3 |
| Living room | Main level | 14'11 x 17'8 |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1011627
- Listed
- August 20, 2025
- Time on market
- On the market for 376 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: Century 21 Harbour Realty Ltd. · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Discover a rare and remarkable opportunity to own 4.3 acres of low bank waterfront in the highly desirable seaside community of Saltair. This property offers approximately 460 feet of walk-on oceanfront with easy access to a pebbled beach, creating an exceptional setting for those who value natural beauty and coastal living. The heart of the property is a timeless 1929 Arts & Crafts home that exudes character and charm. Original craftsmanship is evident throughout, with 10-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and detailed woodwork that speaks to the quality of a bygone era. Expansive windows frame sweeping views of the ocean, while French doors lead to a sun-drenched deck—an ideal place to watch the sunrise, sip your morning coffee, and take in the ever-changing coastal scenery. The surrounding gardens and landscaped yard are bursting with colour in every season, while the upper portion of the acreage is heavily treed with mature fir and cedar. This natural backdrop ensures privacy and creates the feeling of your very own west coast retreat. Beyond the main home, the property includes a separate two-bedroom cottage currently rented, offering additional income potential or space for extended family. A garden shed adds practical storage for tools and equipment. With its unique combination of heritage charm, oceanfront beauty, and tranquil setting, this property is truly one-of-a-kind. Saltair is known for its peaceful community spirit and convenient location between Chemainus and Ladysmith, offering easy access to marinas, golf, shopping, and recreational amenities, while still providing the privacy and serenity of a coastal retreat. This is a legacy property that rarely comes available. All measurements and information should be verified if fundamental to purchase. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$915/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
Ladysmith average
$543/sqft
69 active listing(s)
Per-stall/locker dollar values aren't itemized in our data source — shown as included/not indicated only, not a fabricated estimate. $/sqft averages are computed live from other active listings, not a third-party model.
Location Insights
Weather
Nearest station: Nanaimo
13°C
Partly Cloudy
Humidity 89%
Wind WSW 6 km/h
Tonight
12°
Tuesday
21°
Tuesday night
14°
Wednesday
16°
Wednesday night
11°
Thursday
17°
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Population
8,990
(2021 Census)
+5.3% since 2016
Density: 746.7/km²
Dwellings: 4,079
Median household income: $81,000
After-tax: $72,500
Immigrant population: 12.7%
Top countries of origin (% of total population)
- United Kingdom4.9% · 440
- United States of America1.3% · 120
- Germany0.7% · 65
- Netherlands0.5% · 45
- Poland0.3% · 25
- South Africa, Republic of0.3% · 25
- India0.3% · 25
- Mexico0.2% · 20
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Location Accessibility
Our own metric — not an official Walk Score®.
Amenities
7
1/9 categories nearby
Transit
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Not enough data yet
How this is calculated
Amenities: points awarded per category (restaurants, cafes, grocery, parks, shopping, gyms, pharmacies, banks/ATMs, healthcare) based on distance to the nearest one — 3 points under 200m, 2 points under 500m, 1 point under 800m — summed across all 9 categories and scaled to 0–100.
Transit: based on the number of transit stops within 800m and their mode (SkyTrain weighted highest, then streetcar/ferry, then bus). This reflects stop type and count only — our data doesn't include how often a route actually runs, so frequency is never factored in.
Both scores depend on how much of the surrounding area has been synced from OpenStreetMap and TransLink's GTFS feed. A lower score can mean fewer amenities nearby, or simply that this area hasn't been fully synced yet — not a confident measurement of the location itself.
Nearby Schools
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stz'uminus Senior Secondary(Independent) | Secondary | 2.8 km |
| Ladysmith Primary | Elementary | 3.8 km |
| Ladysmith Secondary | Secondary | 4.1 km |
| Ladysmith Intermediate | Elementary | 4.1 km |
| Chemainus Elementary Community School | Elementary | 5.6 km |
| Chemainus Secondary | K-12 | 6.1 km |
| Thetis Island Elementary | Elementary | 7.9 km |
| North Oyster Elementary | Elementary | 9.7 km |
Schools shown by distance from this property. This does not indicate school catchment or enrollment eligibility — contact the school district to confirm catchment boundaries.
Nearby Transit
No TransLink stops within an ~10-minute walk.
Nearby Places
Parks (4)
- Solmie Road Beach Access296 m
- Gourlay-Janes Park · 397 Chemainus Road628 m
- Unnamed696 m
- Harbourview Park · 533 Louise Road738 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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