2496 BACK Rd
Courtenay, BC V9J9G8
$975,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 0.69 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
R-1
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $5,663
Interior
- Heating
- Baseboard heaters, Electric
- Cooling / A/C
- None
- Fireplace
- Yes (2)
Exterior & Lot
- View
- Mountain view
- Lot features
- Acreage, Central location, Park setting, Private setting, Other, Marine Oriented
Building
- Parcel ID (PID)
- 001-335-588
Parking
- Total spaces
- 6
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Dining nook | Main level | 6'0 x 11'2 |
| Laundry room | Main level | 6'3 x 8'0 |
| Recreation room | Main level | 11'8 x 18'8 |
| Other | Other | — |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 10'8 x 15'3 |
| Living room | Main level | 15'1 x 15'2 |
| Kitchen | Main level | 6'0 x 11'2 |
| Family room | Main level | 14'2 x 14'10 |
| Entrance | Main level | 13'9 x 5'5 |
| Ensuite | Main level | 3'7 x 9'9 |
| Dining room | Main level | 8'10 x 9'5 |
| Bedroom | Main level | 7'9 x 8'8 |
| Den | Main level | 6'8 x 11'3 |
| Bathroom | Main level | 8'6 x 11'3 |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1047898
- Listed
- August 27, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 4 days
- Data last synced
- August 29, 2026
Listing provided by: eXp Realty (CR) · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Discover a property unlike any other, tucked privately onto .70 of an acre within the City of Courtenay and ideally positioned between Comox and Courtenay. This architecturally designed cottage-style rancher feels as though it has been inspired from the South of France: warm, whimsical and quietly surrounded by nature. With the feel of no neighbouring homes, apple trees scattered across the grounds and a small brook running alongside the property, the setting offers an uncommon sense of peace while keeping everyday conveniences close at hand. The approximately 1,835 sq. ft. home features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with thoughtful improvements that include updated bathrooms, a brand new septic system and a long-lasting metal roof. Its distinctive design, comfortable one-level layout and abundance of character create an inviting foundation for a buyer with imagination. This is not a cookie-cutter home; it is a place with history, personality and room for a new vision to unfold. Adding exceptional versatility is a separate studio of approximately 525 sq. ft. Once a classroom where artists gathered to learn, create and thrive, this inspiring space is ready for its next chapter. Imagine an art studio, home office, music room, workshop, wellness space or peaceful retreat away from the main residence. The possibilities are as individual as the property itself. Step outside and listen to the brook, wander among the apple trees or simply enjoy the privacy of a home that feels hidden away from the world. There is a touch of Hornby Island here: a charming cottage in a natural setting, with the city just beyond the trees. For those who value originality over ordinary, creativity over convention and privacy without isolation, this rare Courtenay property offers something truly special. Bring your ideas, your dreams and your sense of possibility; this memorable home and studio are ready to inspire whatever comes next. A rare island retreat waiting to welcome you. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$531/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
Courtenay East average
$453/sqft
29 active listing(s)
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
Mostly Cloudy
Humidity 72%
Wind W 4 km/h
Tonight
13°
Tuesday
20°
Tuesday night
16°
Wednesday
16°
Wednesday night
11°
Thursday
17°
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Population
28,420
(2021 Census)
+10.8% since 2016
Density: 876.6/km²
Dwellings: 13,414
Median household income: $72,000
After-tax: $65,500
Immigrant population: 13.6%
Top countries of origin (% of total population)
- United Kingdom3.9% · 1,105
- United States of America1.3% · 370
- Germany1.1% · 300
- Philippines1% · 290
- Viet Nam0.6% · 160
- India0.5% · 130
- Korea, South0.4% · 110
- Netherlands0.4% · 100
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Location Accessibility
Our own metric — not an official Walk Score®.
Amenities
7
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Park Elementary | Elementary | 1.1 km |
| Valley View Elementary | Elementary | 1.2 km |
| Ecole Secondaire Mark R Isfeld Secondary | Secondary | 1.5 km |
| Ecole Robb Road | Elementary | 2.3 km |
| Glacier View Secondary Centre | K-12 | 2.3 km |
| École Au coeur de l'île | K-12 | 2.3 km |
| Nala'atsi Alternate Program | Secondary | 2.8 km |
| Queneesh Elementary | Elementary | 2.9 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 (3)
- Hawk Glen Park · 1837 Hawk Drive458 m
- Blue Jay Park566 m
- Lancaster Park · 730 Lancaster Way654 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Comox Valley (SD71)
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