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4737 Blue Heron Dr
PQ Bowser/Deep Bay Bowser V9K 1T2

$799,999
Residential beds: 3 baths: 2.0 1,362 sq. ft. built: 1991

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
999237
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
1991
Welcome to this well maintained 3 bed, 2 bath rancher offering a comfortable and open-concept floorplan nestled on a fully fenced 1/2 acre lot. Step inside to a bright and airy living space that flows seamlessly into the living, dining area & large kitchen. Patio doors lead out to a spacious deck, ideal for outdoor dining or relax on your second deck under the trees for shade. For the green thumb, deer-proofed garden beds, established flowering shrubs, apple, pear & plumb trees. There's plenty of room for your hobbies and toys with a detached double garage and an oversized paved driveway offering ample parking for your RV, boat or multiple vehicles. Additional features of this home, all front windows have recently been replaced, heat pump, hot water heater, appliances & new vinyl plank floors replaced in 2021. Located just minutes from beautiful beaches, shopping, and a cozy café, plus Deep Bay Marina and restaurant are close by. Easy access to Comox airport or Nanaimo ferries.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1991 (Age: 34)
Close Price Lease Total:
Existing Lease Expiry:
Living Area:
1,362 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
PQ Bowser/Deep Bay, Parksville/Qualicum
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
0.5 acre(s)
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
Construction:
Insulation: Ceiling, Insulation: Walls, Wood
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Crawl Space
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Levels:
1
Ceiling Heights:
Floor finish:
Vinyl
Total Building Area:
1,362 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
0 sq. ft.
Commercial Area:
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
3
# Main Level Bedrooms:
3
# Second Level Bedrooms:
0
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
2
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area Main Floor:
1,362 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
0
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Regional/Improvement District
Sewer:
Septic System
Cooling:
Air Conditioning
Heating:
Electric, Heat Pump
Fireplace:
No
Pending Date:
Dishwasher, F/S/W/D
Dining/Living Combo
Fencing: Full, Garden
Ground Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Other
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Financing Notes:
Assessed:
Assessment year:
Approximate Inventory Value:
Fixed Equipment Approx. Value:
Goodwill Approx. Value:
Gross Income:
Net Operating Income:
Association Fee:
Association Fee Frequency:
Jurisdiction name:
Nanaimo Rural (768)
Legal Description:
Zoning:
RS2M
Units in Building:
Units in Community:
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
0
Number of 4 piece baths:
1
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
1
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
0
Property Condition:
Resale
Exposure / Faces:
Northeast
Layout:
Rancher
Lot Site Features:
Marina Nearby, Rural Setting, Shopping Nearby
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage:
Yes
Parking Features:
Driveway, Garage Double, RV Access/Parking
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Total Units:
Date Listed:
May 21, 2025
Original Price:
799999.0
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    Min Bathroom
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    Primary Ensuite
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    Deck off Dining Room
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    Fenced garden beds,
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    Sit in the shade on second deck.
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    Half acre lot
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Listed by Royal LePage Parksville-Qualicum Beach Realty (QU)
Data was last updated May 29, 2025 at 06:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
39
Avg list price:
$949,900
Min list price:
$339,900
Max list price:
$7,000,000
Avg days on market:
34
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
399
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$495.57
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in PQ Bowser/Deep Bay. Average values are derived using median calculations.
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