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$599,000

280 5 Avenue SE, Salmon Arm, BC

3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 280 5 Avenue SE in Salmon Arm, BC currently offered at $599,000.

Beds: 3
Baths: 1
Sq Ft: 1250
Built: 1960

Property Specifications

Annual Taxes: $3,096
Lot Size: 0.2 acres
Water Source: Municipal water
Sewer / Septic: Municipal sewage system
Heating: Baseboard heaters, Forced air, See remarks
Parking: 6 spaces
Ownership Type: Freehold

The Property

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!! This fully renovated 3 bed 1 bath rancher in downtown Salmon Arm is ready for the new owners! Within walking distance to amenities like parks, gas station, grocery store, recreation, theatre, transit, shopping and more, fully updated and remodeled in 2021, this home is move in ready. Updates include new kitchen, bathroom, new electrical and plumbing, new insulation, drywall, new furnace, A/C, HWT, windows, gutters, appliances, dual natural gas BBQ connection on the new deck, vinyl siding, overhead garage door, flooring, trim, doors, and paint. Situated on a large corner lot and fully fenced for the kids and pets, including a newly paved driveway with lots of parking, large garage currently for 1 vehicle and storage, there is room to put in another garage door, the workshop in the back of the garage is heated so you can stay comfortable all year round while working on those projects. Very nicely landscaped and well cared for, this is the perfect starter home or would also be ideal for downsizing giving you enough space for living and enjoying this beautiful home and yard in a terrific location! (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