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$290,000

537 Maquinna Dr N

Tahsis/Zeballos, Tahsis · MLS® 1037972

6 bed · 2 bath · 1,831 sq ft · 4,312 sq ft lot · 2 parking

House · Single Family · built 1977 · 94 days on market

Listed by Dawn Dakin, eXp Realty (CR)

River view property. Welcome to the Cuckoo’s Nest, a wildlife watcher’s dream! This spacious home has been beautifully renovated from top to bottom and offers endless possibilities. Featuring 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 2 floors, it’s ideal for a large family, a fishing or vacation retreat, or an excellent investment opportunity. Step outside onto the brand-new front deck, where you can soak up sunshine all day long while enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The fenced yard includes a shed with power, perfect storage. Located in the charming Village of Tahsis on the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island, this small and friendly oceanside community offers incredible access to fishing, wildlife, and outdoor adventure. Live, play, and explore the West Coast, all at an affordable price. Call today to book your viewing

Type: House, Single Family
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 2
Living area: 1,831 sq ft
Lot: 4,312 sq ft
Parking: 2
Year built: 1977
Property tax: $3,208 / yr
Days on market: 94
MLS®: 1037972

The asking price is a long way from the assessment. That usually means the home has changed since the July 1 valuation date (a renovation, a new build, a subdivision), so we don't rate this one.

2026 assessment: $166,100 · asking is +75%
Est. market value: $168,358houses on Vancouver Island sold at a median +1.4% vs assessment this past year (75 sales)
Price per sq ft: $158 vs $164 median for houses in Tahsis/Zeballos for sale (12)

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.

Central location
Level lot
Other
Marine Oriented
Washer
Refrigerator

On market 94 days · no price changes so far

$1,531/mo

Mortgage $1,264 · Tax $267

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

estimated payment

$1,264/ monthly

loan $232,000

25-year amortization

down payment20% · $58,00020%+ down: no mortgage insuranceinterest rate4.34%Rates from Ratehub.ca (best 5-year fixed and variable), checked Oct 6, 2026. Semi-annual compounding; your lender's rate may differ.amortizationpayment frequency

total interest: $147,051
property transfer tax: $3,800; BC general rate
cash to close: $61,800; down + PTT
total paid: $379,051

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.

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