Property Type: Detached HouseOwnership: Freehold

8481 6 Highway

Slocan, BC V1L2C0

$880,000

5 bed2.5 bath1,673 sqftBuilt 1964
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Property Details

Property & Lot

Sub-type
House
Stories
2
Lot size
49.2 acres

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Detached House
Ownership
Freehold
Annual property tax
$2,657.34

Interior

Basement
Full
Heating
Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Stove, Wood
Fireplace
Yes (1)
Fireplace type
Free Standing Metal
Flooring
Hardwood

Exterior & Lot

Exterior features
Wood siding

Building

Roof
Metal, Unknown

Parking

Features
Carport

Room Dimensions

RoomLevelDimensions
StorageBasement9'10'' x 7'8''
DenBasement14'11'' x 13'3''
4pc BathroomMain level
BedroomMain level9'2'' x 9'6''
BedroomBasement9'8'' x 11'8''
BedroomMain level9'2'' x 12'6''
BedroomBasement18'6'' x 18'8''
2pc Ensuite bathMain level
Primary BedroomMain level11'11'' x 11'7''
FoyerMain level6'0'' x 7'0''
Living roomMain level20'5'' x 13'6''
KitchenMain level10'8'' x 13'5''

Listing Information

MLS®
10345730
Listed
April 30, 2025
Time on market
On the market for 488 days
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

Listing provided by: Royal LePage Rosling Realty · Data source: CREA DDF.

Description

This remarkable property is a rare 49.2 acres of natural beauty. The expansive flat land is mostly forested with some clearings and a large landscaped yard complete with vegetable gardens, willow trees, fruit trees, flower beds, and multiple outbuildings. Bordering the Rail Trail, outdoor adventures are right at your doorstep, while stunning views of the Valhallas provide a picturesque backdrop to everyday life. The inviting home is well-maintained and comfortable offering 5-bedrooms and two bathrooms including the primary bedroom with French doors onto a large deck overlooking the yard and an ensuite. The custom kitchen features warm wood cabinets and modern amenities while the living room is a bright and inviting space. Downstairs offers two more bedrooms, additional storage, laundry and a wood stove. There is a new heat pump. The property has multiple water licences and trails also throughout and is only minutes from Slocan City and pristine Slocan Lake. (id:63159)

Values & Trends

This listing

$526/sqft

Building average

No other active listings in this building

Passmore/Winlaw/Slocan average

$468/sqft

33 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

Nearest station: Nelson

16°C

Humidity 65%

Wind E 4 km/h

Tonight

10°

Tuesday

27°

Tuesday night

13°

Wednesday

20°

Wednesday night

12°

Thursday

18°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Population

379

(2021 Census)

+31.1% since 2016

Density: 485.9/km²

Dwellings: 212

Median household income: $48,000

After-tax: $44,800

Immigrant population: 8.2%

Top countries of origin (% of total population)

  • United States of America2.6% · 10
  • Netherlands2.6% · 10

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
W.E. Graham Community SchoolElementary/Middle2.8 km
Winlaw Elementary SchoolElementary15.7 km
Whole School(Independent)Elementary16.4 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: Kootenay Lake (SD8)

Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 7.2% ($63,000) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$704,000.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$4,541.97
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$305.45
Total monthly cost$4,847.41
Interest paid over 5-yr term$201,768.42
Balance at end of term$633,250.28

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$63,000
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$6,282.44

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$63,000
Estimated BC PTT$15,600
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$80,100

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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