811 Canso Rd
Gabriola Island, BC V0R1X2
$895,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 0.93 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
SRR
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $4,161
Interior
- Heating
- Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Electric, Wood
- Cooling / A/C
- Wall unit, Air Conditioned
- Fireplace
- Yes (1)
Exterior & Lot
- View
- City view, Mountain view, Ocean view
- Waterfront
- Waterfront on ocean
Parking
- Total spaces
- 4
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | Other | — |
| Bedroom | Main level | 9'6 |
| Office | Main level | 9'5 x 5'5 |
| Bedroom | Main level | 9'4 x 9'6 |
| Living room | Main level | — |
| Dining room | Main level | — |
| Kitchen | Main level | — |
| Entrance | Main level | 5'5 x 7'2 |
| Bathroom | Main level | 3-Piece |
| Laundry room | Main level | 7'8 x 9'5 |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1028546
- Listed
- April 12, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 142 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty Gabriola · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Perched along the shoreline, this West Coast Cottage captures panoramic views of ocean, islands, and city lights. Set on 0.92 of an acre, this private and beautifully maintained property offers a quintessential island setting, where arbutus, fir, and pine trees frame mossy rock outcroppings along the high bank waterfront. The 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom wood sided cabin with metal roof features vaulted wood ceilings and expansive windows that fill the space with natural light and create a warm, modern feel. The contemporary kitchen opens to the main living space, where a heat pump and woodstove provide year-round comfort. Patio doors lead to a generous deck—perfect for taking in passing ferries, coastal wildlife, and evening sunsets. An office with a view and spacious laundry room add flexibility for everyday living or working from home.The property also features a 24x20 double garage featuring a heated concrete floor, and a detached 19x12 studio with its own deck and attached carport. Additional features include a septic system (installed 2005), woodshed and pumphouse. A rare offering that blends privacy, usable space, and stunning coastal views in a sought-after Gabriola waterfront location. All information to be verified by a buyer if deemed important. Full information packages with video, virtual tour and floor plans are available. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$1,036/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
Gabriola Island average
$578/sqft
35 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
Nearest station: Nanaimo
15°C
Partly Cloudy
Humidity 85%
Wind N 2 km/h
Tonight
12°
Tuesday
21°
Tuesday night
14°
Wednesday
16°
Wednesday night
11°
Thursday
17°
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Nearby Schools
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gabriola Elementary | Elementary | 2.2 km |
| Pauline Haarer Elementary | Elementary | 5.4 km |
| Bayview Elementary | Elementary | 5.5 km |
| Qwam Qwum Stuwixwulh Community School | Elementary | 5.8 km |
| Fulford Community Elementary | Elementary | 6.1 km |
| Brechin Elementary | Elementary | 6.2 km |
| Park Avenue Elementary | Elementary | 6.3 km |
| Fairview Elementary | Elementary | 6.4 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: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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Cash Needed at Closing
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.