Property Type: Condo / ApartmentOwnership: Strata

1620 Farrah's Way

Qualicum Beach, BC V9K2S8

$449,000

3 bed2 bath2 parking912 sqftBuilt 2009
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Property Details

Property & Lot

Sub-type
House
Lot size
20,647 square feet
Zoning
Residential

R1

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Condo / Apartment
Ownership
Strata
Strata / maintenance fee
$230/mo
Annual property tax
$0

Interior

Heating
Baseboard heaters, Electric
Cooling / A/C
See Remarks
Fireplace
Yes (1)

Parking

Total spaces
2

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

RoomLevelDimensions
BedroomSecond level5'8 x 8'9
Primary BedroomSecond level10'4 x 10'8
Living roomMain level13'6 x 14'0
Laundry roomMain level3'1 x 7'1
KitchenMain level9'0 x 9'1
BedroomSecond level8'7 x 9'9
BathroomSecond level3-Piece
BathroomMain level2-Piece

Listing Information

MLS®
1046726
Listed
August 12, 2026
Time on market
On the market for 19 days
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

Listing provided by: Pemberton Holmes Ltd. (Pkvl) · Data source: CREA DDF.

Description

CONDO LIFE OR ROOM TO ROAM? FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER ALERT! Ready to trade shared walls and limited outdoor space for your own private ½ acre? This charming, move-in-ready home is the perfect size for a single buyer or young couple who wants privacy, freedom, and room to enjoy the outdoors without the upkeep of a large home. Fully fenced and perfect for pups, gardening, or simply enjoying your own space, the property sits on a quiet no-thru road that feels like your own private drive. Walking trails are right outside your door, with the river just five minutes away. Inside are 3 bedrooms, including a primary with walk-in closet, plus a beautifully remodelled bathroom. Enjoy the private backyard, fire pit, fantastic deck, and wired shop/studio for hobbies or workspace. Pre-wired for a hot tub with a heated crawl space. SMALL HOME, BIG YARD, PLENTY OF FREEDOM—AND A MOTIVATED SELLER OPEN TO OFFERS. This could be your opportunity to make the move! All measurements to be verified by buyer. (id:63159)

Values & Trends

This listing

$492/sqft

Building average

No other active listings in this building

Little Qualicum River Village average

$411/sqft

11 active listing(s)

Parking: 2 stall(s) includedStorage locker: Not indicated

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

13°C

Humidity 89%

Wind SW calm km/h

Tonight

13°

Tuesday

19°

Tuesday night

14°

Wednesday

16°

Wednesday night

11°

Thursday

17°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Population

9,303

(2021 Census)

+4% since 2016

Density: 517.4/km²

Dwellings: 4,763

Median household income: $76,500

After-tax: $69,000

Immigrant population: 20.4%

Top countries of origin (% of total population)

  • United Kingdom10.7% · 995
  • United States of America1.7% · 160
  • Germany1.1% · 105
  • Netherlands0.6% · 60
  • Philippines0.4% · 35
  • South Africa, Republic of0.3% · 30
  • India0.2% · 20
  • Jamaica0.2% · 15

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Arrowsmith Independent School(Independent)Elementary5.0 km
Qualicum Beach ElementaryElementary7.7 km
Kwalikum SecondarySecondary9.8 km
Arrowview ElementaryElementary12.1 km
Oceanside ElementaryElementary15.0 km
Pass/Woodwinds AlternateSecondary15.6 km
Errington ElementaryElementary15.6 km
Ecole Secondaire Ballenas SecondarySecondary15.8 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: Qualicum (SD69)

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Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 5.0% ($22,450) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$359,200.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$2,317.44
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$276.00
Total monthly cost$2,593.44
Interest paid over 5-yr term$102,947.75
Balance at end of term$323,101.56

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$22,450
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$3,280.02

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$22,450
Estimated BC PTT$6,980
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$30,930

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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