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$450,000

2455 Forest Drive, Blind Bay, BC

2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 2455 Forest Drive in Blind Bay, BC currently offered at $450,000.

Beds: 2
Baths: 2
Sq Ft: 1926
Built: 1976

Property Specifications

Annual Taxes: $2,041
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Water Source: Private Utility
Sewer / Septic: Septic tank
Heating: Baseboard heaters, Electric, See remarks
Parking: 4 spaces
Ownership Type: Freehold

The Property

Set on a private, maturely landscaped lot, convenienly spaced between highway access and lake access, this split-entry home offers a spacious .43 acre yard with mature landscaping, an attached double garage and room to park an RV. The property extends to the cul-de-sac behind, with potential to explore secondary access or a future shop or guest house, subject to local approvals. Inside, you will find very generous sized rooms and hardwood floors throughout the main floor. The open kitchen has room for an island, and direct sunroom access with extra storage. Gas fireplaces add cozy warmth on both levels, and an alternative to the electric baseboard heat. Upstairs, the bedroom features a walk-in cedar closet and a notably spacious nearby bathroom. The finished walk-out lower level offers a rec room, bedroom, bathroom, and a laundry room big enough to be a potential 2nd kitchen. This home really offers flexibility for extended family, guests or separate living areas. Investors may wish to explore the potential to create two self-contained one-bedroom suites, subject to zoning, permits and building feasibility. The home would benefit from updating, giving the next owner a chance to make it their own while enjoying the lot's privacy, parking and future potential. (id:63761)

Local Area Context • Blind Bay

Living in Blind Bay

A primarily residential waterfront enclave functioning as a leisure-oriented satellite to Salmon Arm, defined by a resort-like atmosphere and reliance on private rural services.

Local Due Diligence & Property Realities

Infrastructure in Blind Bay presents a significant departure from urban standards. There are no municipal water or sewer systems; instead, the community relies on a fragmented patchwork of private utilities, small community water systems, and individual wells. Wastewater is managed through private septic systems, which represent a significant long-term financial liability and require strict maintenance protocols. The lack of local urgent care means medical emergencies create a "cost of distance" requiring travel to the regional hospital in Salmon Arm. Winter brings a sharp reduction in activity as seasonal residents depart. The north-facing orientation of the bay means homes receive less winter sun compared to the north shore of the lake. Provincial road maintenance prioritizes the Trans-Canada Highway over residential cul-de-sacs and side roads, so residents in higher-elevation areas must often manage their own snow removal.

First-party area intelligence by Jeff Ragsdale, REALTOR®Full Blind Bay Area Guide