LT 17 Ruxton Pl
Ruxton Island, BC V0R1X7
$275,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Lot size
- 1.57 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
R1
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Land / Lot
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $473.13
Interior
- Cooling / A/C
- None
- Fireplace
- None
Exterior & Lot
- View
- Ocean view
Parking
- Total spaces
- 3 — uncovered indicated
- Features
- Other
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Main level | 19' x 15' |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1039528
- Listed
- June 5, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 88 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: Real Broker · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Escape to the tranquility of Ruxton Island with this exceptional 1.57-acre off-grid property in the heart of the Gulf Islands. Thoughtfully designed for low-maintenance island living, the property features a newly constructed cabin built with durable hempcrete blocks, offering comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind for years to come. A newly installed driveway provides easy access to the property and leads to a level building site ideal for future expansion, gardens, or additional structures. Above, an elevated plateau offers a wonderful vantage point to capture ocean views and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. Located just minutes from Herring Bay, where moorage access is available, this property combines true island seclusion with remarkable accessibility—only a 10-minute boat ride from Boat Harbour Marina on Vancouver Island. Whether you're seeking a peaceful recreational retreat, a self-sufficient homestead, or a place to reconnect with nature, this property offers endless possibilities. Grow your own food, create your dream island getaway, or simply enjoy the slower pace of life that Ruxton Island is known for. Ruxton's close-knit community has worked hard to achieve FireSmart status, helping promote responsible stewardship and fire preparedness. Residents also enjoy access to the island's newer community building, which serves as a gathering place and houses important fire safety equipment. Here, nature takes center stage, the stresses of city life fade away, and every day feels a little more connected to what matters most. Items which can be included with the purchase are lumber mill, moorage bouy, 2 large bell tents, Hourson fishing boat, and Polaris ATV. Verify all information and measurements if important. Measurements are derived from BC Assessment and Matterport. (id:63159)
Location Insights
Weather
Nearest station: Nanaimo
13°C
Partly Cloudy
Humidity 88%
Wind WSW 2 km/h
Tonight
12°
Tuesday
21°
Tuesday night
14°
Wednesday
16°
Wednesday night
11°
Thursday
17°
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Location Accessibility
Our own metric — not an official Walk Score®.
Amenities
7
1/9 categories nearby
Transit
—
Not enough data yet
How this is calculated
Amenities: points awarded per category (restaurants, cafes, grocery, parks, shopping, gyms, pharmacies, banks/ATMs, healthcare) based on distance to the nearest one — 3 points under 200m, 2 points under 500m, 1 point under 800m — summed across all 9 categories and scaled to 0–100.
Transit: based on the number of transit stops within 800m and their mode (SkyTrain weighted highest, then streetcar/ferry, then bus). This reflects stop type and count only — our data doesn't include how often a route actually runs, so frequency is never factored in.
Both scores depend on how much of the surrounding area has been synced from OpenStreetMap and TransLink's GTFS feed. A lower score can mean fewer amenities nearby, or simply that this area hasn't been fully synced yet — not a confident measurement of the location itself.
Nearby Schools
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thetis Island Elementary | Elementary | 8.8 km |
| Stz'uminus Senior Secondary(Independent) | Secondary | 10.9 km |
| North Oyster Elementary | Elementary | 10.9 km |
| Cedar Elementary | Elementary | 10.9 km |
| Cedar Secondary | Secondary | 12.2 km |
| Ladysmith Intermediate | Elementary | 12.9 km |
| Qwam Qwum Stuwixwulh Community School | Elementary | 12.9 km |
| Ladysmith Primary | Elementary | 13.3 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.
Nearby Places
Parks (3)
- Ruxton Island Park 1251 m
- Ruxton Island Park 3711 m
- Ruxton Island Park 2753 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator
Minimum required: 5.0% ($13,750) — 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.