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2206 44 Anderton Ave
CV Courtenay City Courtenay V9N 2G8

$599,000
Residential beds: 2 baths: 2.0 1,062 sq. ft. built: 2008

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Status:
Pending
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
959479
Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
2008
Welcome to Parkside at River Glen! This peaceful location along the Puntledge River is just amazing and very special with nearby walking trails, recreational activities and close proximity to downtown Courtenay. This 2 bdrm/2 bath condo on the second floor is immaculate & shows perfectly, the views out the windows are that of trees, the river & walking path. You will appreciate the quality finishing with maple cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances, hardwood floors, 9 ft. ceilings, crown mouldings & much more. The layout is fantastic with an open plan, deluxe kitchen with island, master bedroom with full ensuite and large laundry/storage room. There’s underground parking for one vehicle (EV charger as well) plus bicycle/kayak storage & a private storage locker. Rentals are allowed & 1 small pet as well. This is a location & lifestyle that you will love, book your viewing today!
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Condo Apartment
Year built:
2008 (Age: 16)
Living Area:
1,062 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
CV Courtenay City, Comox Valley
Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
2.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
0 sq. ft.
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$2,849 / 2023
Building Type:
Other Level
Construction:
Cement Fibre, Frame Wood
New Construction:
No
Basement:
None
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Membrane
Levels:
1
Number of Storeys:
4
Number of Buildings:
1
Floor finish:
Carpet, Hardwood
Total Building Area:
1,062 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
0 sq. ft.
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
2
# Main Level Bedrooms:
2
# Second Level Bedrooms:
0
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
2
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area Main Floor:
1,062 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
0
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Electric
Fireplace:
No
Warranty:
No
Dishwasher, F/S/W/D
Vinyl Frames
Balcony/Deck
Bike Storage, Elevator(s), Kayak Storage
River Front
Balcony
Main Level
19
see bylaws
Cats OK, Dogs OK
1 dog or 1 cat - see bylaws
Yes
Propane BBQ's only - see bylaws
Yes
No smoking - see bylaws
Some Rentals
No short term rentals-see bylaws
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Kitchen
10'3" × 8'11"
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
17'8" × 11'5"
Main Floor
Laundry
8'5" × 8'5"
Main Floor
Living Room
12'11" × 12'10"
Main Floor
Bedroom
14'3" × 9'11"
Main Floor
Dining Room
13'2" × 9'11"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
Yes
4
6'11" x 10'6" 4-Piece
Main Floor
No
4
7'11" x 4'10" 4-Piece
Assessed:
596000.0
Assessment year:
2024
Association Fee:
$397.13
Association Fee Frequency:
Monthly
Association Fee Includes:
Maintenance Grounds, Property Management
Association Fee Year:
2024
Jurisdiction name:
City of Courtenay
Legal Description:
STRATA LOT 48, PLAN VIS6083, SECTION 61, COMOX LAND DISTRICT, TOGETHER WITH AN INTEREST IN THE COMMON PROPERTY IN PROPORTION TO THE UNIT ENTITLEMENT OF THE STRATA LOT AS SHOWN ON FORM V
Zoning:
R-4
Accessibility:
Accessible Entrance
Bed and Breakfast:
None
Units in Building:
42
Units in Community:
42
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
0
Number of 4 piece baths:
1
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
1
Occupancy:
Tenant
Property Condition:
Resale
Exposure / Faces:
South
Layout:
Condo
Lot Site Features:
Landscaped, Level, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
0
Garage:
No
Parking Features:
Underground
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Common Parking Spaces:
0
LCP Parking Spaces:
1
Lot Parking Spaces:
0
Date Listed:
Apr 05, 2024
Original Price:
599000.0
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Listed by RE/MAX Ocean Pacific Realty (CX), pending date Apr 23, 2024
Data was last updated May 19, 2024 at 08:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
181
Avg list price:
$638,900
Min list price:
$58,000
Max list price:
$5,940,000
Avg days on market:
54
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
734
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$447.38
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in CV Courtenay City. Average values are derived using median calculations.
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Office: 250-339-2021
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