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$1,239,900

1141 70 Street SE, Salmon Arm, BC

5-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 1141 70 Street SE in Salmon Arm, BC currently offered at $1,239,900.

Beds: 5
Baths: 2
Sq Ft: 2559
Built: 1969

Property Specifications

Annual Taxes: $6,518
Lot Size: 12.64 acres
Water Source: Municipal water
Sewer / Septic: Septic tank
Heating: Forced air
Ownership Type: Freehold

The Property

Like the long-term owners of nearly four decades, this exceptional 12.64-acre South Canoe property offers a wonderful opportunity to create a new future for your family. The inviting main level features a functional layout with three bedrooms on the main floor, including a primary complete with a walk-in closet and cheater ensuite. Hardwood floors tie the main living spaces together, and the wood fireplace up and wood stove down create warmth and ambiance in the cooler months. Step outside your dining or kitchen area onto the private sundeck to enjoy quiet mornings with a coffee and evening sunsets. Downstairs adds two more bedrooms, a spacious rec room, some extra storage and a built-in sauna for ultimate post-day relaxation. Modern updates to the roof in 2019, furnace and hot water tank in 2024 provide total peace of mind, while a detached two-car carport makes parking and projects simple. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the immediate proximity to the South Canoe Trail network for hiking, biking and horse back riding. The surrounding land features hay fields, garden spaces, 5 varieties of apples, 4 varieties of grapes, a plum and cherry trees, a greenhouse, kids playhouse, a root cellar as well as access to the bottom of the property from the road below through a forested area. A massive barn with concrete floors stands ready for any endeavor, equipped with a rear wood shop, a mezzanine for hay or extra gear and an attached implement and wood storage. (id:63761)

Local Area Context • Salmon Arm

Living in Salmon Arm

The regional hub and service anchor of the Shuswap, providing year-round municipal infrastructure, healthcare, education, and a fully operational small-city economy.

Local Due Diligence & Property Realities

Daily experience varies significantly by neighbourhood. The downtown and harbourfront core offers genuine walkability with local shops and dining, but higher-elevation neighbourhoods like Hillcrest or Raven shift toward vehicle dependency and distinct winter challenges. Because of elevation change, hillside neighbourhoods often receive substantially more snow than lake-level areas. While upland districts offer larger lots and proximity to schools, they require comfort with steep winter commutes and the necessity of private snow clearing on steep driveways. The city's urban boundaries are tightly constrained by protected Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) farmland, creating a reality where modern subdivisions sit directly adjacent to active agricultural operations. Residents must navigate "Right to Farm" provisions, which prioritize agricultural production — meaning seasonal smells, noise, and dust from farming operations are a practical consideration.

First-party area intelligence by Jeff Ragsdale, REALTOR®Full Salmon Arm Area Guide