Property Type: Detached HouseOwnership: Freehold

5905 Menzies Rd

Duncan, BC V9L6J9

$1,498,000

7 bed4 bath3 parking3,721 sqftBuilt 1980
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Property Details

Property & Lot

Sub-type
House
Lot size
2.5 acres
Zoning
Residential

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Detached House
Ownership
Freehold
Annual property tax
$4,773.31

Interior

Heating
Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Wood
Cooling / A/C
Fully air conditioned, Air Conditioned
Fireplace
Yes (1)

Exterior & Lot

View
Mountain view, Valley view

Parking

Total spaces
3

Room Dimensions

RoomLevelDimensions
Sitting roomSecond level10' x 12'
KitchenSecond level14' x 12'
BathroomSecond level4-Piece
BedroomSecond level11' x 12'
BedroomSecond level10' x 10'
PatioLower level5' x 9'
WorkshopLower level13' x 19'
WorkshopLower level8' x 11'
EntranceLower level11' x 5'
Recreation roomLower level27' x 30'
BathroomLower level4-Piece
BedroomLower level13' x 10'
BedroomLower level13' x 11'
PatioMain level5' x 6'
PorchMain level6' x 22'
BalconyMain level11' x 15'
Primary BedroomMain level16' x 13'
BedroomMain level11' x 14'
BedroomMain level11' x 13'
EnsuiteMain level4-Piece
BathroomMain level4-Piece
Eating areaMain level14' x 10'
KitchenMain level14' x 11'
Living roomMain level13' x 22'
Laundry roomMain level8' x 10'
EntranceMain level14' x 7'

Listing Information

MLS®
1043325
Listed
July 16, 2026
Time on market
On the market for 47 days
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

Listing provided by: eXp Realty · Data source: CREA DDF.

Description

2.5-acre property with an incredible floor plan for multigenerational living. Updated to the highest standard with new: well pump, septic system & field, heat pumps, electrical, plumbing, windows, and double-insulated basement walls. A newly built oversized double garage includes a beautiful 2-bedroom suite above. The main level has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a stunning open living area with vaulted ceilings, TV outlets and two-tone lighting in every bedroom. The lower level has 2 bedrooms, a large family room, a full bathroom and rough-ins for a wet bar. Separate workshop plus tons of storage. Outside, enjoy sunsets from the sitting area overlooking the land and picturesque setting with mature greenery and the original post-and-beam barn or relax on the front porch. This peaceful rural setting is just 10 mins to downtown, close to biking and walking trails and easy access to Sandy Pool Beach and the Cowichan River. Book your showing today! (id:63159)

Values & Trends

This listing

$403/sqft

Building average

No other active listings in this building

West Duncan average

$498/sqft

48 active listing(s)

Parking: 3 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

15°C

Humidity 82%

Wind NNW calm km/h

Tonight

12°

Tuesday

21°

Tuesday night

14°

Wednesday

16°

Wednesday night

11°

Thursday

17°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Population

5,047

(2021 Census)

+2.1% since 2016

Density: 2,450/km²

Dwellings: 2,620

Median household income: $53,200

After-tax: $49,600

Immigrant population: 11%

Top countries of origin (% of total population)

  • United Kingdom2.8% · 140
  • United States of America1.4% · 70
  • Germany1.1% · 55
  • Netherlands0.9% · 45
  • Philippines0.6% · 30
  • India0.4% · 20
  • Mexico0.3% · 15
  • Hungary0.2% · 10

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Tansor ElementaryElementary2.0 km
Ecole Mount Prevost ElementaryElementary3.3 km
Drinkwater ElementaryElementary3.9 km
Queen Margaret's(Independent)K-124.1 km
Cowichan Valley Open Learning Co-OpSecondary4.4 km
Cowichan Open SchoolSecondary4.4 km
Khowhemun ElementaryElementary4.4 km
Quamichan SchoolSecondary6.0 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: Cowichan (SD79)

Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 8.3% ($124,800) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$1,198,400.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$7,731.67
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$583.78
Total monthly cost$8,315.45
Interest paid over 5-yr term$343,464.88
Balance at end of term$1,077,964.68

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$124,800
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$10,559.43

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$124,800
Estimated BC PTT$27,960
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$154,260

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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