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255 6995 Nordin Rd
Sk Whiffin Spit Sooke V9Z 1L4

$739,900
Residential beds: 3 baths: 3.0 1,636 sq. ft. built: 2019

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
966966
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3
Year Built:
2019
Indulge in the coastal dream life at this exquisite beachfront development known as Heron View. Boasting 3 beds & 3 baths, this meticulously hand-crafted residence offers one-level living, premium finishes, engineered hardwood and a community lifestyle. This end unit benefits from added greenspace, 4 parking stalls and ocean views from the balcony and living room. A chef's kitchen features quartz counters, a gas range, SS appliances, and plenty of cupboard space. Upstairs are 2 generous beds and 1 bath suitable for kids, guests, crafting or an office. Tons of storage space located in the easy-access crawl and the large 2-door garage. Enjoy resort living with local amenities like tennis, pickleball, a swimming pool, a sauna, a hot tub, a private beach, an oceanside green space for picnics, plus a community fire pit for those beautiful West Coast sunsets. Experience the magic of coastal living at Heron View—an invitation to a life of luxury, leisure, and endless adventures.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Townhouse
Year built:
2019 (Age: 5)
Close Price Lease Total:
Existing Lease Expiry:
Living Area:
1,636 sq. ft.
Main Building Living Area:
1,638 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
Sk Whiffin Spit, Sooke
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
0 sq. ft.
Kitchens:
1
Home Style:
Arts & Crafts
Taxes:
Building Name:
Heron View Villas
Building Features:
Fire Alarm
Construction:
Cement Fibre, Frame Wood, Stone
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Crawl Space, Not Full Height, Other
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Electricity:
Yes
Roof:
Fibreglass Shingle
Levels:
2
Number of Storeys:
2
Number of Buildings:
40
Ceiling Heights:
Floor finish:
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Total Building Area:
2,651 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
1,015 sq. ft.
Commercial Area:
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
3
# Main Level Bedrooms:
1
# Second Level Bedrooms:
2
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
2
# Second Level Bathrooms:
1
# 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:
1,028 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
608 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Balcony Area:
132 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Gas, Living Room
Laundry Features:
In Unit
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Electric, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Yes
Pending Date:
Dishwasher, F/S/W/D, Microwave
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet Organizer, Dining/Living Combo, Soaker Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Blinds, Screens
Balcony/Deck, Balcony/Patio, Garden
Clubhouse, Common Area, Fitness Center, Meeting Room, Pool, Pool: Outdoor, Private Drive/Road, Recreation Facilities, Recreation Room, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
Mountain(s), Ocean
Ocean Front
West Coast Rd to Whiffin Spit Rd, Nordin is first left.
Balcony, Deck/Patio, Garage, Parking Stall
Main Level
0
Aquariums, Birds, Caged Mammals, Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
See Bylaws
Yes
See Bylaws
No
See Bylaws
Some Rentals
See bylaws - BC Strata Property Act
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
2nd 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:
Association Fee Includes:
Trash, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Property Management, Sewer
Association Fee Year:
2024
Jurisdiction name:
District of Sooke
Legal Description:
Accessibility:
Accessible Entrance, Ground Level Main Floor, Primary Bedroom on Main
Units in Building:
Units in Community:
Number of 2 piece baths:
1
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
Other Equipment:
Central Vacuum
Occupancy:
Partially Occupied
Property Condition:
Resale
Utilities:
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Recycling, Underground Utilities
Exposure / Faces:
Northeast
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Upper Level(s)
Lot Site Features:
Adult-Oriented Neighbourhood, Hillside, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Marina Nearby, No Through Road, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Serviced, Southern Exposure
Attached Garage:
Yes
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage:
Yes
Parking Features:
Attached, Garage Double
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Road Surface Type:
Paved
Common Parking Spaces:
0
LCP Parking Spaces:
2
Lot Parking Spaces:
2
Total Units:
Date Listed:
Jun 12, 2024
Original Price:
739900.0
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Data was last updated June 26, 2024 at 12:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
20
Avg list price:
$829,450
Min list price:
$349,900
Max list price:
$4,120,000
Avg days on market:
46
Min days on market:
5
Max days on market:
134
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$444.11
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Sk Whiffin Spit. Average values are derived using median calculations.
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