Property Type: Land / LotOwnership: Freehold

DL 941 SHAEFFER LAKE

Burns Lake, BC V0J1E0

$355,000

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Property Details

Property & Lot

Lot size
153 acres

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Land / Lot
Ownership
Freehold
Annual property tax
$1,243.35 (2025)

Interior

Fireplace
None

Exterior & Lot

View
Lake view
Waterfront
Waterfront

Listing Information

MLS®
R3045891
Listed
September 9, 2025
Time on market
On the market for 356 days
Tax assessment year
2025
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

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

Description

Discover the perfect blend of privacy and natural beauty with this lakefront property on Schaeffer Lake, surrounded by a beautifully treed setting. The 153 acre land features merchantable timber (Value to be determined by buyers) and offers multiple potential building sites, making it an ideal opportunity to create your dream off-grid retreat or custom home. Enjoy the tranquility of lakeside living while still being just 15 minutes from town. Whether you're looking for a recreational escape, an investment in timberland, or the perfect spot to build, this property offers unmatched potential. (id:63159)

Location Insights

Weather

10°C

Humidity 96%

Wind NNW calm km/h

Today

15°

Tonight

Wednesday

21°

Wednesday night

Thursday

21°

Thursday night

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Population

1,659

(2021 Census)

-6.7% since 2016

Density: 253.7/km²

Dwellings: 765

Median household income: $75,500

After-tax: $67,500

Immigrant population: 8.4%

Top countries of origin (% of total population)

  • India1.5% · 25
  • United States of America0.9% · 15
  • United Kingdom0.6% · 10
  • Viet Nam0.6% · 10

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Francois Lake ElementaryElementary2.8 km
Grassy Plains SchoolElementary12.6 km
Lakes Learning CentreSecondary18.7 km
Lakes District SecondarySecondary18.8 km
William Konkin ElementaryElementary19.0 km
Decker Lake ElementaryElementary24.6 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: 5.0% ($17,750) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$284,000.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$1,832.27
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$103.61
Total monthly cost$1,935.88
Interest paid over 5-yr term$81,395.22
Balance at end of term$255,458.92

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$17,750
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$2,593.33

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$17,750
Estimated BC PTT$5,100
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$24,350

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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