Property Type: Land / LotOwnership: Freehold

1279 Fulford-Ganges Rd

Salt Spring, BC V8K2B3

$529,000

0 bed0 bath10 parking
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Property Details

Property & Lot

Lot size
3.8 acres
Zoning
Rural residential

Rural (R)

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Land / Lot
Ownership
Freehold
Annual property tax
$2,140.26

Interior

Fireplace
None

Parking

Total spaces
10

Listing Information

MLS®
1029605
Listed
March 22, 2026
Time on market
On the market for 163 days
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

Listing provided by: Macdonald Realty Salt Spring Island · Data source: CREA DDF.

Description

This sunny, 3.8-acre property is full of charm and potential. Centrally located on Salt Spring Island, it comes with a strong 30 GPM well, flexible zoning for a main home, cottage, and outbuildings, plus an over-height barn with 100-amp power. There's a great mix of open land, mature trees, and gorgeous rocky outcrops with mountain views. A versatile property and the perfect spot for your future home and farm. Viewings by appointment. (id:63159)

Location Insights

Weather

Nearest station: Duncan

13°C

Humidity 92%

Wind SSW calm km/h

Tonight

12°

Tuesday

21°

Tuesday night

14°

Wednesday

16°

Wednesday night

11°

Thursday

17°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Salt Spring ElementaryElementary5.2 km
Gulf Islands SecondarySecondary5.5 km
Phoenix PlaceSecondary5.5 km
Fernwood ElementaryElementary11.8 km
Maple Bay ElementaryElementary12.0 km
Bench ElementaryElementary13.1 km
Galiano Community SchoolElementary13.4 km
Crofton Elementary Community SchoolElementary13.5 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.

School district: Gulf Islands (SD64)

Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 5.3% ($27,900) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$423,200.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$2,730.34
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$178.36
Total monthly cost$2,908.70
Interest paid over 5-yr term$121,290.34
Balance at end of term$380,669.77

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$27,900
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$3,853.28

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$27,900
Estimated BC PTT$8,580
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$37,980

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.

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