12 1723 Sandy Beach Rd
Mill Bay, BC V0R2P4
$899,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- Duplex
- Zoning
- Other
R2
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Duplex
- Strata / maintenance fee
- $332/mo
- Annual property tax
- $440.84
Interior
- Heating
- Baseboard heaters, Electric, Other
- Cooling / A/C
- None
- Fireplace
- Yes (1)
Exterior & Lot
- View
- Mountain view, Ocean view
- Waterfront
- Waterfront on ocean
Parking
- Total spaces
- 1
Restrictions & Policies
- Pets
- Allowed
As reported by the listing board — always confirm current bylaws with the strata or landlord before relying on this.
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance | Main level | 3'8 x 8'2 |
| Bathroom | Main level | 4-Piece |
| Bedroom | Main level | 13'5 x 9'6 |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 13'5 x 10'4 |
| Kitchen | Main level | 11'9 x 10'8 |
| Dining room | Main level | 8'5 x 12'6 |
| Living room | Main level | 10'3 x 22'4 |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1043149
- Listed
- July 14, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 49 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Attention non-Canadian, out-of-province, and local buyers—this is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated, tax-advantaged oceanfront cottage on Southern Vancouver Island. Located in the sought-after waterfront community at 1723 Sandy Beach Rd in Mill Bay, Cottage 12 offers exceptional value with NO Property Transfer Tax, NO BC Speculation Tax, and ultra-low annual property taxes and monthly fees. This stylish 2-bedroom cottage offers approximately 1,300 sq ft of total space, including 1,000 sq ft of thoughtfully designed interior living and an expansive 300 sq ft sun-drenched beachfront deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The open-concept layout is enhanced by vaulted ceilings, modern pot lighting, and large windows with 180-degree coastal views. The luxury kitchen features premium Sub-Zero, Jenn-Air, and Fisher & Paykel appliances, granite countertops, a designer Shirley sink, heated tile floors, and quality Levolor blinds throughout. The updated bathroom includes heated tile floors, bidet toilet seat. A new Samsung washer/dryer combo adds everyday convenience. Residents enjoy access to a private dock, ideal for boating, kayaking, or simply enjoying the waterfront lifestyle. The well-maintained community also offers a shared gazebo, workshop, and landscaped common areas. The low monthly fee provides excellent value and includes property taxes, water, garbage collection, and common area maintenance—making this an ideal recreational getaway, investment property, or low-maintenance full-time residence. Conveniently located just 3 minutes from the Mill Bay ferry terminal, 7 minutes to Mill Bay Centre, Brentwood College School, Mill Bay Marina and Bridgeman’s Bistro, and Sweet Meadows Farm Market. A 30-minute drive to downtown Victoria or Duncan means ready access to all conveniences. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$932/sqft
Building average
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Mill Bay average
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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: Malahat
16°C
Mainly Clear
Humidity 73%
Wind S 6 km/h
Tonight
12°
Tuesday
19°
Tuesday night
13°
Wednesday
15°
Wednesday night
11°
Thursday
15°
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Location Accessibility
Our own metric — not an official Walk Score®.
Amenities
11
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Brentwood College(Independent) | Secondary | 5.6 km |
| Bayside Middle School | Middle | 6.5 km |
| Brentwood Elementary | Elementary | 6.6 km |
| SD 63 Individual Learning Centre | Secondary | 6.6 km |
| Frances Kelsey Secondary | Secondary | 6.9 km |
| Stelly's Secondary | Secondary | 7.3 km |
| George Bonner Elementary | Elementary | 7.3 km |
| ḰELSET Elementary | Elementary | 7.4 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 (1)
- Inlet Drive Beach Access178 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Cowichan (SD79)
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Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator
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Financial Ledger
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Financial Summary
Cash Needed at Closing
Minimum down payment: 5% on the first $500,000, 10% on the portion up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M. Stress test: OSFI's minimum qualifying rate, the greater of contract rate + 2% or 5.25% — this is what lenders require you to qualify at, not what you'll actually pay. Closing costs are a typical-range estimate, not a quote — actual legal fees vary. Verify all figures with a mortgage broker and lawyer before relying on them.