East Duncan, Duncan · MLS® 1052441
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1,116 sq ft · Condo · Single Family · built 2006 · 10 days on market
listed by Belinda Kissack, RE/MAX Island Properties (DU)
Welcome to #102-650 Dobson Road in Duncan! This spacious 1,116 sq. ft. ground-level corner condo enjoys a quiet end-of-hall location in a well-maintained, self-managed complex. The welcoming living room features a cozy gas fireplace and access to your own fenced patio, with a gate opening onto the common property yard—perfect for taking your small pet outside without navigating elevators. The adjoining dining room connects to the kitchen through a convenient pass-through, creating an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. Both bedrooms feature charming window seats, while the primary also offers a walk-in closet and 4-piece ensuite. An open office nook provides ample space for a large desk and shelving, making working from home easy. A full main bathroom, in-suite laundry and built-in vacuum add convenience. Enjoy walking to the river, parks and trails, as well as nearby grocery stores, restaurants and other amenities. Quick completion is available!
found among the listing photos.
20% down at 4.44% fixed (Ratehub.ca), 25 years; tax from the listing; strata fee from the listing.
Costs: mortgage $1,650 · tax $233 · strata $371 · insurance ~$35 · vacancy 3% · upkeep 5%.
Rent is today's market rent for a 2-bedroom in Duncan: CMHC's average there ($1,624) raised by what new tenants pay against everyone in the Nanaimo area, then down 0.5% with Nanaimo's asking rents, 2025 Q4 → 2026 Q2. (CMHC Rental Market Survey, October 2025; CMHC Rental Market Report 2025, table 6.0 (rents on units that turned over to a new tenant); trend: Statistics Canada.) Houses usually rent for more than apartments. 25-year mortgage; rental purchases need at least 20% down.
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| year | assessed | est. tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $398,000 | $2,422 |
| 2025 | $395,000 | $2,277 |
Estimated tax up 6.4% from 2025 to 2026.
The listing shows $2,794 a year in property tax.
Estimate: the BC Assessment value times North Cowichan's residential tax rate for that year (Province of BC, local government statistics). Leaves out the home owner grant, parcel taxes and utility charges; the city's tax notice is the real figure.
Condos in Duncan. Sale prices register 1 to 3 months after a sale closes.
the building's lot: 2,241 m² (24,122 sq ft) · PID 026-540-452. from ParcelMap BC; property lines are approximate, a survey is the legal boundary.
Walkability 86/100 · Very walkable: most errands on foot
Within a 10 minute walk: 3 grocery stores, 18 places to eat or drink, 2 cafes, 1 park or playground, 1 pharmacy, 16 transit stops.
mihom score from OpenStreetMap places, by straight line distance.
This address is within a designated floodplain on the provincial floodplain maps (Cowichan & Koksilah Rivers). Local rules can set things like minimum floor heights; the municipality can confirm what applies.
From public government maps, matched to the listing's map pin. Maps can be out of date or miss a lot line; confirm with the municipality.