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1456 Nose Point Rd
GI Salt Spring Salt Spring V8K 1S4

$1,625,000
Residential beds: 4 baths: 3.0 2,404 sq. ft. built: 2015

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Status:
Sold
Sold Date:
Jan 31, 2025
Sold Price:
$1,625,000
Sold in:
125 days
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
977404
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
3
Year Built:
2015
On a wooded, peaceful 1.7 acres, this quality, custom built 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home enjoys quiet, privacy, and tree top views of Trincomali Channel, as well as all the amenities offered in the Maracaibo Estates community. Constructed by the environmentally conscious Village Builders (formerly known as Green City Builders), this contemporary, clean-lined home reflects a west coast vibe, and was built using locally sourced and low impact materials as much as possible. Designed with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind, the 2400 sf home features open-concept living spaces, an atrium-style vaulted ceiling, custom millwork, and exposed beams. Shared facilities at Maracaibo include a private marina, swimming lagoon, club house, cottages available to rent for guests, tennis and pickle ball courts and extensive walking and hiking trails throughout the peninsula. Secure and private, Maracaibo Estates was established in 1970. Maracaibo share sold separately.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
2015 (Age: 10)
Living Area:
2,404 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
GI Salt Spring, Gulf Islands
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
3.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
1.7 acre(s)
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$6,247 / 2023
Construction:
Concrete, Wood
New Construction:
No
Basement:
None
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Metal
Total Building Area:
4,808 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
2,404 sq. ft.
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
4
# Main Level Bedrooms:
1
# Second Level Bedrooms:
3
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
2
# 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:
1,259 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
1,145 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Wood Burning Stove
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Cooperative
Sewer:
Septic System
Cooling:
HVAC
Heating:
Heat Pump
Fireplace:
Yes
Pending Date:
Dec 05, 2024
Date Sold:
Jan 31, 2025
Balcony, Balcony/Deck, Low Maintenance Yard
Clubhouse, Guest Suite, Meeting Room, Playground, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
Ocean
Main Level
0
Aquariums, Birds, Cats OK, Dogs OK
dogs must be leashed in summer months
Yes
Yes
no smoking in common area
Some Rentals
no short-term rentals
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
15' × 12'
Main Floor
Dining Room
90' × 15'
Main Floor
Kitchen
18' × 12'
Main Floor
Entrance
15' × 10'
Main Floor
Laundry
12' × 9'
Main Floor
Bedroom
12' × 12'
2nd Floor
Bedroom - Primary
15' × 13'
2nd Floor
Bedroom
13' × 12'
2nd Floor
Bedroom
13' × 12'
2nd Floor
Office
13' × 12'
Other
Carport
19' × 11'
Other
Storage
11' × 5'
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
3
3-Piece
2nd Floor
No
4
4-Piece
2nd Floor
Yes
4
4-Piece
Assessed:
1562000.0
Assessment year:
2024
Association Fee:
$223.00
Association Fee Frequency:
Monthly
Association Fee Includes:
Caretaker, Trash, Recycling, Water
Association Fee Year:
2684
Jurisdiction name:
Gulf Islands Rural (764)
Legal Description:
Strata Lot 18, Plan VIS905, District Lot 10, Cowichan Land District, Portion NORTH SALT SPRING, TOGETHER WITH AN INTEREST IN THE COMMON PROPERTY IN PROPORTION TO THE UNIT ENTITLEMENT OF THE STRATA LOT AS SHOWN ON FORM V
Units in Community:
95
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
1
Number of 4 piece baths:
1
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:
Main Level Entry with Upper Level(s)
Lot Site Features:
Marina Nearby, No Through Road, Private, Southern Exposure, Wooded
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
1
Garage Spaces:
0
Garage:
No
Parking Features:
Carport
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Date Listed:
Sep 28, 2024
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Listed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island, sold on January, 2025
Data was last updated March 13, 2025 at 02:05 AM (UTC)

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