Property Type: Condo / ApartmentOwnership: Strata

31 493 Pioneer Cres

Parksville, BC V9P1V1

$549,000

2 bed1 bath2 parking1,066 sqftBuilt 1983
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Property Details

Property & Lot

Sub-type
House
Style
Contemporary
Lot size
4,769 square feet
Zoning
Residential

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Condo / Apartment
Ownership
Strata
Strata / maintenance fee
$27/mo
Annual property tax
$3,226.57

Interior

Heating
Baseboard heaters, Electric
Cooling / A/C
None
Fireplace
Yes (1)

Exterior & Lot

Lot features
Other

Building

Parcel ID (PID)
000-179-761

Parking

Total spaces
2 — covered indicated
Features
Carport

Restrictions & Policies

Pets
Allowed with restrictions

As reported by the listing board — always confirm current bylaws with the strata or landlord before relying on this.

Room Dimensions

RoomLevelDimensions
Laundry roomMain level7'0 x 8'0
BathroomMain level4-Piece
Primary BedroomMain level11'8 x 13'6
BedroomMain level11'8 x 11'7
KitchenMain level8'0 x 13'10
Living roomMain level15'0 x 17'5
Dining roomMain level8'0 x 11'0
EntranceMain level6'0 x 4'4

Listing Information

MLS®
1048426
Listed
September 2, 2026
Time on market
On the market for 12 days
Data last synced
September 13, 2026

Listing provided by: Royal LePage Island Living (QU) · Data source: CREA DDF.

Description

Affordable single-level living in Parksville! This spacious 2-bedroom home offers over 1000 sq ft of comfortable living space with a bright, open living and dining area and plenty of natural light. The generous living room features a charming brick fireplace, while the functional kitchen offers ample cabinetry and an adjoining pantry. Both bedrooms are well sized, and the separate laundry room provides additional storage and convenient access outside. Enjoy a private, treed yard with patio space, established gardens and plenty of room to relax or entertain. A large covered carport provides excellent parking and additional sheltered outdoor space. Conveniently located close to shopping, recreation, beaches and all the amenities of Parksville. (id:63159)

Values & Trends

This listing

$515/sqft

Building average

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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

Nearest station: Qualicum Beach

15°C

Humidity 92%

Wind ENE calm km/h

Tonight

12°

Tuesday

22°

Tuesday night

10°

Wednesday

22°

Wednesday night

11°

Thursday

21°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Population

13,642

(2021 Census)

+9.5% since 2016

Density: 939.5/km²

Dwellings: 7,105

Median household income: $66,500

After-tax: $61,200

Immigrant population: 17.1%

Top countries of origin (% of total population)

  • United Kingdom6.7% · 915
  • Germany1.6% · 215
  • Philippines1.5% · 210
  • United States of America1.4% · 195
  • Netherlands0.7% · 90
  • China0.4% · 50
  • Korea, South0.3% · 45
  • South Africa, Republic of0.3% · 35

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Springwood ElementaryElementary2.4 km
Ecole Secondaire Ballenas SecondarySecondary3.2 km
Pass/Woodwinds AlternateSecondary3.4 km
Oceanside ElementaryElementary4.8 km
Errington ElementaryElementary5.0 km
Arrowview ElementaryElementary8.3 km
Nanoose Bay ElementaryElementary9.2 km
Mountain View ElementaryElementary9.7 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants (5+)

  • Papa's Burgers60 m
  • Amrikko's Indian Cuisine77 m
  • Ichi Sushi · 541 East Island Highway148 m
  • Boston Pizza · 430 East Island Highway190 m
  • Smitty's · 545 East Island Highway201 m

Cafes (2)

  • Tim Hortons · 494 East Island Highway136 m
  • Starbucks · 382 East Island Highway336 m

Grocery (3)

  • Choices Market · 319 East Island Highway560 m
  • Eat Fresh Urban Market · 164 Bagshaw Street564 m
  • Thrifty Foods · 280 East Island Highway655 m

Parks (3)

  • Sunset Park · 476 Sunset Boulevard182 m
  • Shelly Road Park · 186 Shelly Road258 m
  • Meadow View Park680 m

Gyms (1)

  • Element Fitness31 m

Pharmacies (1)

  • Pharmasave702 m

Healthcare (1)

  • Connect Hearing778 m

Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.

School district: Qualicum (SD69)

Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 5.4% ($29,900) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$439,200.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$2,833.57
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$348.88
Total monthly cost$3,182.45
Interest paid over 5-yr term$125,875.98
Balance at end of term$395,061.82

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$29,900
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$3,991.70

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$29,900
Estimated BC PTT$8,980
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$40,380

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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