1685 Hess Rd
Gabriola Island, BC V0R1X6
$539,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Lot size
- 5 acres
- Zoning
- Unknown
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Land / Lot
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $1,898.16
Interior
- Fireplace
- None
Parking
- Total spaces
- 4 — uncovered indicated
- Features
- Stall
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1044743
- Listed
- July 31, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 31 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty Gabriola · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Ready for your vision! Come discover an exceptional blend of privacy and nature on this 5-acre serviced property. Tucked among mature cedar and fir trees and bathed in sunshine, this stunning acreage offers a cleared 1-acre building site set back from the road and ready for your dream home or island retreat. Essential infrastructure is already in place, including a drilled well, cistern, water system, septic system, multiple power connections, and established driveway—saving you time and expense as you bring your vision to life. A solid woodshed provides practical storage for firewood, outdoor and recreational equipment. The property's natural setting offers tranquility in addition to plenty of room for gardens, recreation, or hobby farming, while maintaining excellent privacy. Whether you are planning a full-time residence or a weekend escape, this offering combines the beauty of a forested setting with the convenience of a fully serviced property, creating an outstanding opportunity to enjoy the relaxed Gabriola Island lifestyle. 2021 Custom Park Model by 'Mint Tiny Homes' not included in purchase price (available at additional cost). (id:63159)
Location Insights
Weather
Nearest station: Nanaimo
15°C
Partly Cloudy
Humidity 85%
Wind N 2 km/h
Tonight
12°
Tuesday
21°
Tuesday night
14°
Wednesday
16°
Wednesday night
11°
Thursday
17°
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Nearby Schools
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gabriola Elementary | Elementary | 5.0 km |
| Cedar Secondary | Secondary | 7.1 km |
| Qwam Qwum Stuwixwulh Community School | Elementary | 7.1 km |
| Cedar Elementary | Elementary | 7.9 km |
| Chase River Elementary | Elementary | 10.4 km |
| Fulford Community Elementary | Elementary | 10.8 km |
| Bayview Elementary | Elementary | 11.3 km |
| Cinnabar Valley Elementary | Elementary | 11.3 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: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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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.