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1738 Martini Way
PQ Little Qualicum River Village Qualicum Beach V9K 2S3

$549,900
Residential beds: 3 baths: 2.0 2,050 sq. ft. built: 2010

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
1024632
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
2010
Mountain View Rancher with Walk-Out Basement! This well-designed home features a vaulted-ceiling living room with a cozy propane fireplace, an open kitchen and dining area, and access to a covered deck with spectacular mountain views. The main floor also offers a spacious primary bedroom with convenient “cheater” access to a spa-inspired bath with separate shower and oversized soaking tub. The walk-out lower level expands the living space with a large recreation room, two generous bedrooms, and a full bathroom. Outdoors, a powered storage room accessible from the backyard provides ample space for tools, equipment, or hobbies. A perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and beautiful views!
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
2010 (Age: 16)
Close Price Lease Total:
Existing Lease Expiry:
Living Area:
2,050 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
PQ Little Qualicum River Village, Parksville/Qualicum
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
10,454 sq. ft.
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
Construction:
Frame Wood
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Walk-Out Access
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ceiling Heights:
Total Building Area:
2,554 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
504 sq. ft.
Commercial Area:
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
3
# Main Level Bedrooms:
1
# Second Level Bedrooms:
0
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
2
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
1
# 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:
1,040 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
1,010 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Propane
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Other
Sewer:
Septic System
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Electric
Fireplace:
Yes
Pending Date:
Mountain(s)
Main Level
0
Aquariums, Birds, Caged Mammals, Cats OK, Dogs OK
See bylaws
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
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:
Association Fee Year:
2025
Jurisdiction name:
Alberni Rural (769)
Legal Description:
Units in Building:
Units in Community:
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
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:
0
Property Condition:
Resale
Exposure / Faces:
Northeast
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Lower Level(s)
Lot Site Features:
Gated Community
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage:
Yes
Parking Features:
Driveway, Garage Double
Total Parking Spaces:
5
Total Units:
Date Listed:
Jan 30, 2026
Original Price:
549900.0
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Listed by Royal LePage Island Living (QU)
Data was last updated January 30, 2026 at 06:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
18
Avg list price:
$652,500
Min list price:
$158,000
Max list price:
$1,700,000
Avg days on market:
35
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
129
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$352.62
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in PQ Little Qualicum River Village. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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