Property Type: Detached HouseOwnership: Freehold

8137 SINKUT LAKE ROAD

Vanderhoof, BC V0J3A1

$895,000

5 bed5 bath4,000 sqftBuilt 1979
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Amenities

Also listed: Fireplace(s)

Property Details

Property & Lot

Sub-type
House
Stories
3
Lot size
2.54 acres

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Detached House
Ownership
Freehold
Annual property tax
$3,402.66 (2025)

Interior

Basement
Finished, Full
Heating
Heat Pump, Forced air, Hot Water
Fireplace
Yes (1)

Exterior & Lot

View
Lake view, Mountain view, View (panoramic)

Building

Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt shingle, Conventional

Parking

Features
Garage, Garage, RV

Room Dimensions

RoomLevelDimensions
Great roomMain level
KitchenMain level
Primary BedroomMain level
Bedroom 2Main level
Bedroom 3Main level
Bedroom 4Basement
Bedroom 5Basement
OtherBasement
Recreational, Games roomBasement
Family roomBasement
Dining roomMain level
Laundry roomBasement
FoyerMain level

Listing Information

MLS®
R3062895
Listed
October 29, 2025
Time on market
On the market for 306 days
Tax assessment year
2025
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

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

Description

Exceptional 2.5-acre lakefront estate with panoramic lake and mountain views, private water access, and 4,000+ sq. ft. of luxurious living space-just minutes from Vanderhoof. The level entry design and walk-out basement flood the home with natural light. Features include an ARCTIC air-to-water heat pump, in-floor hydronic heating, pellet stove, HRV, built-in vacuum, and spray-foam insulation. Inside, enjoy engineered hardwood, wool carpets, custom closets, and an open kitchen with dual column fridges/freezer. The primary suite boasts a 6-piece spa ensuite, while lower-level bedrooms offer private ensuites and exterior access. Outside: powered boathouse, 3-bay heated shop, multiple sheds, greenhouse, and deep well. A private, peaceful retreat-you must see this home to truly appreciate it. (id:63159)

Values & Trends

This listing

$224/sqft

Building average

No other active listings in this building

Vanderhoof average

$268/sqft

20 active listing(s)

Parking: Not indicatedStorage 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

12°C

Humidity 92%

Wind NE 4 km/h

Tonight

10°

Tuesday

20°

Tuesday night

11°

Wednesday

21°

Wednesday night

11°

Thursday

22°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Population

4,346

(2021 Census)

-2% since 2016

Density: 80.6/km²

Dwellings: 1,885

Median household income: $90,000

After-tax: $79,000

Immigrant population: 9.2%

Top countries of origin (% of total population)

  • United States of America2.5% · 110
  • Philippines1.5% · 65
  • Mexico0.6% · 25
  • United Kingdom0.6% · 25
  • India0.5% · 20
  • Netherlands0.3% · 15
  • South Africa, Republic of0.3% · 15

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Woodland Centre School(Independent)Elementary/Middle5.5 km
Mapes ElementaryElementary9.1 km
Evelyn Dickson ElementaryElementary10.5 km
Nechako Valley SecondaryK-1211.4 km
Valhalla HighSecondary11.5 km
W L McLeod ElementaryElementary11.6 km
Sinkut View ElementaryElementary12.9 km
Northside Christian School(Independent)K-1212.9 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: Nechako Lakes (SD91)

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Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 7.2% ($64,500) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$716,000.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$4,619.39
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$483.56
Total monthly cost$5,102.94
Interest paid over 5-yr term$205,207.66
Balance at end of term$644,044.32

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$64,500
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$6,386.25

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$64,500
Estimated BC PTT$15,900
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$81,900

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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