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3667 Seashell Pl
Co Royal Bay Colwood V9C 0A4

$1,899,900
Residential beds: 5 baths: 4.0 3,773 sq. ft. built: 2009

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
992648
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
4
Year Built:
2009
VIEWS VIEWS VIEWS! Photos don't do justice to 3667 Seashell Pl. This immaculately finished family home boasts beautiful 10' coffered ceilings with unbelievable south facing views of the Olympic Mountains and Juan de Fuca Strait. With an incredible open floor plan on the main, the views are an experience from not only the living/dining space but from all corners of this home. With heated tile floor in the 5pc ensuite, large walk-in closet, granite countertops, hardwood floors and cabinetry, custom built ins, central vac, heat pump, the list goes on. The large, private level backyard is meticulously manicured ft apple & plum trees, blueberry and raspberry bushes and perfect for entertaining with gas BBQ and again beautiful sight lines through the main to the Olympics. The quality of this home and the thought that was put into its creation need to be seen in person. Bonus private/seperate 1br suite w patio and entry, lrg dbl garage, parking for RV/boat. This is Royal Bay at its finest.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
2009 (Age: 16)
Close Price Lease Total:
Existing Lease Expiry:
Living Area:
3,773 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
Co Royal Bay, Colwood
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
4.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
9,195 sq. ft.
Kitchens:
2
Taxes:
Construction:
Cement Fibre, Stone, Wood
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Finished, Walk-Out Access
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Fibreglass Shingle
Levels:
2
Ceiling Heights:
Total Building Area:
4,350 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
577 sq. ft.
Commercial Area:
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
5
# Main Level Bedrooms:
2
# Second Level Bedrooms:
0
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
3
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
2
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
2
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
1
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
1,676 sq. ft.
Living Area Main Floor:
2,097 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Gas
Laundry Features:
In House, In Unit
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Additional Accommodations:
Exists
Cooling:
Air Conditioning
Heating:
Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Yes
Warranty:
Yes
Pending Date:
City, Mountain(s), Ocean
Metchosin Rd S Right on Pelican Drive to top Left on Seashell end of cul de sac.
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
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Lower Level
Lower Level
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:
City of Colwood
Legal Description:
Units in Building:
Units in Community:
Number of 2 piece baths:
1
Number of 3 piece baths:
0
Number of 4 piece baths:
2
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
1
Property Condition:
Resale
Exposure / Faces:
South
Layout:
Ground Level Entry With Main Up
Lot Site Features:
Cul-De-Sac, Near Golf Course, Rectangular Lot, Southern Exposure
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage:
Yes
Parking Features:
Driveway, Garage Double, RV Access/Parking
Total Parking Spaces:
7
Total Units:
Date Listed:
Mar 20, 2025
Original Price:
1899900.0
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Data was last updated March 28, 2025 at 06:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
117
Avg list price:
$779,900
Min list price:
$449,900
Max list price:
$2,199,000
Avg days on market:
74
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
800
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$655.45
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Co Royal Bay. Average values are derived using median calculations.

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