Property Type: Detached HouseOwnership: Freehold

6131 Drinkwater Rd

Port Alberni, BC V9Y8W6

$799,999

4 bed3 bath3 parking2,150 sqftBuilt 1956
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Property Details

Property & Lot

Sub-type
House
Lot size
0.73 acres
Zoning
Unknown

RA-1

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Detached House
Ownership
Freehold
Annual property tax
$2,516.71

Interior

Heating
Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Forced air, Electric
Cooling / A/C
See Remarks
Fireplace
None

Exterior & Lot

View
Mountain view

Parking

Total spaces
3

Room Dimensions

RoomLevelDimensions
BathroomMain level8'6
OtherLower level14'3
Primary BedroomSecond level
Living roomMain level
Laundry roomMain level8'6
KitchenMain level15'6 x 16'6
Family roomLower level
Dining roomMain level9'6 x 15'6
BedroomMain level
BedroomSecond level
BedroomLower level10'6 x 9'2
BathroomLower level8'6
BathroomSecond level6'6

Listing Information

MLS®
1041422
Listed
June 24, 2026
Time on market
On the market for 68 days
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

Listing provided by: RE/MAX Mid-Island Realty · Data source: CREA DDF.

Description

FANTASTIC FAMILY HOME! Tucked away in a peaceful rural setting just 5 minutes from town, this beautifully updated 2,450 sq. ft. split-level home offers the perfect balance of country living and everyday convenience. Situated on a private and level 0.73-acre property, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is surrounded by open views of the stunning Beaufort Mountain Range. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting oak country kitchen complete with a large pantry, island, built-in features, and an adjoining dining area. Rich oak hardwood floors, beautiful stained-glass accents, and an abundance of natural light add warmth and character throughout the home. Step outside to the covered wraparound deck. There is ample parking with a circular exposed aggregate driveway plus a 16x20 wired workshop with an upper loft area - ideal for hobbies, storage, or projects.If you’ve been dreaming of space, privacy, and country charm without sacrificing convenience, this property is one you won’t want to miss! (id:63159)

Values & Trends

This listing

$372/sqft

Building average

No other active listings in this building

Alberni Valley average

$473/sqft

17 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 86%

Wind S calm km/h

Tonight

11°

Tuesday

21°

Tuesday night

14°

Wednesday

16°

Wednesday night

10°

Thursday

19°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Population

18,259

(2021 Census)

+3.3% since 2016

Density: 928.7/km²

Dwellings: 8,919

Median household income: $62,800

After-tax: $58,400

Immigrant population: 10%

Top countries of origin (% of total population)

  • United Kingdom2.4% · 430
  • India1% · 190
  • Netherlands0.8% · 150
  • United States of America0.8% · 140
  • Germany0.6% · 115
  • Italy0.5% · 85
  • Mexico0.3% · 60
  • Viet Nam0.3% · 50

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Tsuma-as ElementaryElementary2.1 km
Haahuupayak School(Independent)Elementary2.8 km
John Howitt ElementaryElementary3.4 km
Alberni ElementaryElementary3.5 km
des Grands-cedresElementary3.5 km
Alberni District SecondarySecondary4.7 km
John Paul II Catholic School(Independent)Elementary4.8 km
Wood ElementaryElementary5.0 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: Pacific Rim (SD70)

Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 6.9% ($55,000) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$639,999.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$4,129.06
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$317.73
Total monthly cost$4,446.78
Interest paid over 5-yr term$183,425.55
Balance at end of term$575,681.17

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$55,000
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$5,728.78

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$55,000
Estimated BC PTT$14,000
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$70,500

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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