Property Type: Detached HouseOwnership: Freehold

3001 5th Avenue Lot# A

Castlegar, BC V1N2V3

$350,000

3 bed1 bath1 parking1,035 sqftBuilt 1949
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Property Details

Property & Lot

Sub-type
House
Stories
1
Lot size
0.15 acres

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Detached House
Ownership
Freehold
Annual property tax
$2,348.44

Interior

Basement
Full
Heating
Forced air, See remarks
Fireplace
None

Parking

Total spaces
1 — covered indicated
Features
Detached Garage

Room Dimensions

RoomLevelDimensions
StorageBasement6'11'' x 9'8''
Recreation roomBasement10' x 20'3''
BedroomBasement9'8'' x 9'10''
BedroomMain level10'3'' x 10'7''
4pc BathroomMain level6'10'' x 7'9''
Primary BedroomMain level10'3'' x 11'11''
Living roomMain level12'4'' x 18'8''
KitchenMain level9' x 14'5''

Listing Information

MLS®
10398344
Listed
August 24, 2026
Time on market
On the market for 7 days
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

Listing provided by: Oakwyn Realty Ltd. · Data source: CREA DDF.

Description

A great opportunity in Castlegar for buyers looking for an affordable detached home with plenty of potential. This 771 sq. ft. home offers 2+1 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a single detached garage, all conveniently located close to shopping, schools, recreation, and everyday amenities. The home is ready for some cosmetic updating, including fresh paint and new flooring, making it an ideal opportunity for someone looking to add their own style and build value over time. The roof was replaced just two years ago, offering an important recent update. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to get into the market or someone wanting to simplify and downsize, this home offers a practical layout, a detached garage, and a convenient Castlegar location. Bring your ideas and turn this into a comfortable home that suits your lifestyle. (id:63159)

Values & Trends

This listing

$338/sqft

Building average

No other active listings in this building

South Castlegar average

$330/sqft

31 active listing(s)

Parking: 1 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

Mainly Clear

17°C

Mainly Clear

Humidity 66%

Wind NNW 4 km/h

Tonight

10°

Tuesday

27°

Tuesday night

13°

Wednesday

20°

Wednesday night

12°

Thursday

18°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Population

8,338

(2021 Census)

+3.7% since 2016

Density: 419.6/km²

Dwellings: 3,702

Median household income: $81,000

After-tax: $73,000

Immigrant population: 8.6%

Top countries of origin (% of total population)

  • United Kingdom1.9% · 155
  • United States of America1.1% · 95
  • Portugal0.7% · 55
  • Italy0.5% · 40
  • India0.4% · 35
  • Jamaica0.4% · 30
  • Philippines0.4% · 30
  • Russian Federation0.3% · 25

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Kinnaird ElementaryElementary1.6 km
Stanley Humphries SecondarySecondary5.2 km
Twin Rivers ElementaryElementary5.2 km
Robson Community SchoolElementary7.8 km
J Lloyd Crowe SecondaryElementary19.4 km
Fruitvale ElementaryElementary19.5 km
Glenmerry ElementaryElementary19.6 km
St Michael's Elementary(Independent)Elementary19.7 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: Kootenay-Columbia (SD20)

Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 5.0% ($17,500) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$280,000.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$1,806.46
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$247.70
Total monthly cost$2,054.17
Interest paid over 5-yr term$80,248.80
Balance at end of term$251,860.91

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$17,500
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$2,556.81

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$17,500
Estimated BC PTT$5,000
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$24,000

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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