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$659,000

414 549 COLUMBIA STREET

New Westminster · MLS® R3168302

1 bed · 1 bath · 820 sq ft · 1 parking

Condo · Single Family · built 2002 · 15 days on market

Listed by Andrew Pigott, Macdonald Realty

Come join the C2C lifestyle! Enjoy spectacular Fraser River and City views from every window, showcasing breathtaking sunrises and serene full moon evenings. $70K reno, this exceptional END unit boasts towering 13´ ceilings set in a beautifully preserved historic concrete lowrise rich in character. This fully renovated home features massive windows that flood the space with natural light, a gas fireplace (included in fees) complemented by all-new SS appliances, designer lighting, floors, Quartz counters, fresh paint and ceilings. The new spa-inspired bathroom offers heated floors and an oversized tub for ultimate comfort. Enjoy a spacious WIC with abundant storage, and a new full size washer and dryer set, making this home as functional as it is stylish. A rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional property that seamlessly blends trendy modern upgrades with timeless charm. Step outside to vibrant Columbia St, NW Quay, Pier Park and just a 4 min walk to SkyTrain. Everything you need is right at your doorstep!

Type: Condo, Single Family
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Living area: 820 sq ft
Parking: 1
Year built: 2002
Property tax: $2,693 / yr
Strata fee: $525 / mo ($0.64 / sq ft)
Strata rules: Pets Allowed With Restrictions
Days on market: 15
MLS®: R3168302

Above typical for the area (+25%)

2026 assessment: $584,000 · asking is +13%
Price per sq ft: $804 vs $642 median for condos in New Westminster for sale (342)
Last sold: $590,000 · Oct 30, 2023

An estimate from public BC Assessment records, registered sales and the listings for sale right now, not an appraisal. Condition, renovations, views and lot all move real value.

Elevator
Wheelchair access
Pets Allowed With Restrictions

On market 15 days

Listed now: 48 days; median for 342 condos for sale; this one 15 days

Condos in New Westminster. Sale prices register 1 to 3 months after a sale closes.

FloodplainNo
Not within a designated floodplain on the provincial floodplain maps. These maps are historical and don't cover every river or the coast.
Source: Province of BC, Mapped Floodplains in BC
Agricultural Land ReserveNo
Not inside the Agricultural Land Reserve on the provincial map.
Source: Agricultural Land Commission, ALR boundary
HeritageYes
This address is on the Community Heritage Register (New Westminster) as "Federal Building and Post Office". Exterior changes can need a heritage permit, and some heritage homes qualify for grants or incentives; the municipality can confirm.
Source: BC Heritage Branch, historic places and conservation areas

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.

$3,621/mo

Mortgage $2,871 · Tax $224 · Strata $525

20% down at 4.34% fixed (Ratehub.ca), 25 years; tax from the listing; strata fee from the listing.

estimated payment

$2,871/ monthly

loan $527,200

25-year amortization

down payment20% · $131,80020%+ down: no mortgage insuranceinterest rate4.34%Rates from Ratehub.ca (best 5-year fixed and variable), checked Oct 7, 2026. Semi-annual compounding; your lender's rate may differ.amortizationpayment frequency

total interest: $334,160
property transfer tax: $11,180; BC general rate
cash to close: $142,980; down + PTT
total paid: $861,360

Estimates only. Rates change daily and lenders qualify at the stress-test rate; first-time-buyer and newly-built PTT exemptions aren't applied. Talk to a mortgage broker before you offer.

Rent: $1,645/mo
After all costs: −$2,142/mo
Cap rate: 1.3%; yearly net rent ÷ price

Rent / moDown payment %Rate %

Costs: mortgage $2,871 · tax $224 · strata $525 · insurance ~$35 · vacancy 3% · upkeep 5%.

Rent starts at CMHC's average for a 1-bedroom in New Westminster (CMHC Rental Market Survey, October 2025). Averages include long-time tenants, so new leases usually ask more; houses usually rent for more than apartments. 25-year mortgage; rental purchases need at least 20% down.

BC rules for landlords

Short-term rentals are limited to the host's principal residence in most communities. gov.bc.ca
Rent increases are capped once a year at the province's set amount. gov.bc.ca
The speculation and vacancy tax applies in many areas to homes not lived in or rented out. gov.bc.ca
Selling within two years of buying can trigger the BC home flipping tax. gov.bc.ca

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