Property Type: Detached HouseOwnership: Freehold

1888 Nicolls Road

Merritt, BC V1K1B8

$1,249,900

4 bed3 bath6 parking2,159 sqftBuilt 1992
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Property Details

Property & Lot

Sub-type
House
Stories
2
Lot size
9.62 acres

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Detached House
Ownership
Freehold
Annual property tax
$3,252

Interior

Basement
Crawl space
Heating
Forced air, Electric, See remarks
Fireplace
Yes (3)
Fireplace type
Wood, Electric, Conventional, Unknown
Flooring
Vinyl

Exterior & Lot

Exterior features
Vinyl siding
View
Mountain view, Valley view

Building

Roof
Asphalt shingle, Unknown

Parking

Total spaces
6 — covered indicated
Features
Attached Garage, Detached Garage

Room Dimensions

RoomLevelDimensions
4pc BathroomSecond level
3pc Ensuite bathSecond level
Primary BedroomSecond level11'9'' x 10'2''
BedroomSecond level9'11'' x 10'8''
BedroomSecond level9'10'' x 10'11''
3pc BathroomMain level
Laundry roomMain level7'10'' x 9'6''
BedroomMain level14'0'' x 10'5''
FoyerMain level10'0'' x 11'3''
Living roomMain level15'0'' x 20'1''
Dining roomMain level8'0'' x 19'9''
Family roomMain level14'6'' x 14'0''
KitchenMain level12'6'' x 12'9''

Listing Information

MLS®
10396214
Listed
August 1, 2026
Time on market
On the market for 30 days
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

Listing provided by: REMAX Legacy · Data source: CREA DDF.

Description

Welcome to this picturesque 9.6-acre country property nestled in the heart of the beautiful Sunshine Valley. Surrounded by mature trees and stunning mountain views, this quintessential country home captures everything buyers dream of, from the inviting wraparound porch to the peaceful rural setting. Bring a couple of horses & enjoy direct access to endless trails for riding right from your doorstep while taking advantage of 100% usable, level acreage, that is fully fenced & cross-fenced into 4 pasture fields, producing 1-2 crops of hay annually. The property is exceptionally equipped with a 30'x40' detached shop, 2 stall horse barn, horse shelter, hay storage w/3 stalls, chicken coop, drilled well & two heated automatic livestock waterers. The home has been extensively updated, including beautifully renovated bathrooms, updated electrical, 16-panel solar system w/dedicated solar sub-panel, reverse osmosis, updated roof, new flooring, fresh interior paint, updated lighting, & freshly painted exterior trim & outbuildings. The welcoming living room features a stunning stone fireplace w/an electric insert & complemented by a WETT-certified wood stove, creating the perfect space to relax after a day spent outdoors. If you've been searching for the perfect blend of country charm, modern updates, and an exceptional horse property w/endless riding opportunities, this acreage is one you won't want to miss! Floor plans done by virtual 360 scan. Buyer to verify if deemed important. (id:63159)

Values & Trends

This listing

$579/sqft

Building average

No other active listings in this building

Merritt average

$357/sqft

91 active listing(s)

Parking: 6 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

16°C

Humidity 59%

Wind NE 5 km/h

Tonight

Tuesday

25°

Tuesday night

12°

Wednesday

21°

Wednesday night

Thursday

16°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Population

7,051

(2021 Census)

-1.2% since 2016

Density: 270.8/km²

Dwellings: 3,149

Median household income: $70,000

After-tax: $64,000

Immigrant population: 9.6%

Top countries of origin (% of total population)

  • India2.3% · 160
  • United States of America1% · 70
  • United Kingdom0.9% · 65
  • Philippines0.8% · 55
  • Korea, South0.5% · 35
  • Italy0.4% · 25
  • Netherlands0.4% · 25
  • South Africa, Republic of0.3% · 20

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Lower Nicola Band School(Independent)Elementary7.2 km
Collettville ElementaryElementary11.7 km
Merritt SecondaryElementary12.4 km
Merritt Central ElementaryElementary12.6 km
Merritt Bench ElementaryElementary13.4 km
Kengard Alternate SchoolSecondary13.4 km
Diamond Vale ElementaryElementary13.9 km
Nicola Canford ElementaryElementary14.3 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: Nicola-Similkameen (SD58)

Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 8.0% ($99,990) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$999,920.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$6,451.14
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$379.00
Total monthly cost$6,830.14
Interest paid over 5-yr term$286,579.95
Balance at end of term$899,431.27

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$99,990
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$8,842.41

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$99,990
Estimated BC PTT$22,998
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$124,488

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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