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$629,900

5080 70 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm, BC

3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 5080 70 Avenue NE in Salmon Arm, BC currently offered at $629,900.

Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Sq Ft: 1874
Built: 1994

Property Specifications

Annual Taxes: $3,605
Lot Size: 0.17 acres
Water Source: Municipal water
Sewer / Septic: Municipal sewage system
Heating: See remarks
Parking: 2 spaces
Ownership Type: Freehold

The Property

Welcome to this spacious, turnkey 1,800+ sq. ft. rancher offering full main-level living with room for everyone! Designed with generous proportions throughout, this bright and inviting home features a large front entry that opens into a spacious living room complete with a cozy gas fireplace, as well as an adjoining formal dining room perfect for entertaining—a generously sized kitchen with ample cabinetry and a dedicated sunny breakfast nook. This home offers 3 comfortable bedrooms plus a versatile flex room—ideal for a home office, den, or extra storage. The primary bedroom serves as a true retreat, featuring a walk-in closet and a 3-piece ensuite. A large main bathroom serves the rest of the home. Step outside to enjoy the covered front patio or relax on the open back patio. The fenced backyard comes complete with a vegetable garden, raised garden boxes, raspberry canes, and a garden shed—all ready for your seasonal harvest. There is also a huge walnut tree and concord grapes. Parking and storage are a breeze with the large double garage plus RV Parking. Poly B plumbing has just been removed; brand-new hot water tank & Fresh interior paint. Quick walk to the lake, school, and neighborhood store. Move-in ready with nothing left to do but unpack and enjoy the relaxed rancher lifestyle! Short walking distance to the nearby lake, local school, and neighborhood convenience store. (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