DL 1501 Benson Lake
Port Alice, BC V0N2N0
$1,200,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Lot size
- 20.77 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
A-1
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Land / Lot
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $350
Interior
- Fireplace
- None
Exterior & Lot
- View
- Lake view
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1040693
- Listed
- June 17, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 75 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: 460 Realty Inc. (PH) · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Escape to your own private piece of North Vancouver Island with this 20.77-acre rural acreage located just south of Benson Lake. Tucked away within an extensive network of forest service roads, the property offers excellent access to the region's many lakes, rivers, and outdoor recreation opportunities. The land features gently to moderately sloping terrain. Much of the acreage is covered in regenerating second-growth forest, while several open areas expose gravel and aggregate surfaces. Originally forming part of the historic Machete Mine claim, the property contains remnants of its past, including excavated areas and existing concrete structures that add character and interest to the site. Located near the Benson River and approximately 24 km from Port Alice, the nearest community with services and paved road access, this property presents a unique opportunity for those seeking privacy, adventure, and a remote North Island getaway surrounded by nature. (id:63159)
Location Insights
Weather
Nearest station: Port Hardy
14°C
Mostly Cloudy
Humidity 96%
Wind N 2 km/h
Tonight
10°
Tuesday
17°
Tuesday night
13°
Wednesday
15°
Wednesday night
11°
Thursday
17°
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Population
739
(2021 Census)
+11.3% since 2016
Density: 105.1/km²
Dwellings: 538
Median household income: $59,200
After-tax: $52,800
Immigrant population: 12.5%
Top countries of origin (% of total population)
- United Kingdom4.7% · 35
- China2% · 15
- United States of America1.4% · 10
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Nearby Schools
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sea View Elementary School | Elementary | 19.1 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: Vancouver Island North (SD85)
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Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator
Minimum required: 7.9% ($95,000) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.
Financial Ledger
Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.
Financial Summary
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.