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490 Chester Rd
PQ Qualicum Beach Qualicum Beach V9K 1C1

$1,239,000
Residential beds: 3 baths: 2.0 1,992 sq. ft. built: 2009

View of front facade featuring front lawn, an attached garage, and driveway
Photo 1: 490 Chester Rd in Qualicum Beach: PQ Qualicum Beach Single Family Residence for sale (Parksville/Qualicum)  : MLS®# 994074
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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
994074
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
2009
Executive Rancher in Qualicum Woods! This immaculate 1,992 sqft home is just a short walk to schools, shops, restaurants, and the beach. Built in 2009, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is tucked away on a quiet street and offers a host of premium features, including durable Hardi Plank siding, a high-efficiency heat pump, a gas furnace, rich bamboo flooring, and oversized windows that flood the interior with natural light. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas. A spacious double garage boasts an extra-tall door and provides access to a heated crawl space—perfect for additional storage. A gas fireplace and gas stove ensure comfort year-round. The home is equipped with new blinds, central vacuum, and an irrigation system. Outdoor highlights include a six-person hot tub, garden shed, RV/boat parking, plus space for 4 additional vehicles in the driveway and ample street parking. Call today to view this exceptional home!
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
2009 (Age: 16)
Living Area:
1,992 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
PQ Qualicum Beach, Parksville/Qualicum
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
8,255 sq. ft.
Kitchens:
1
Construction:
Cement Fibre, Stone
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Crawl Space
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Fibreglass Shingle
Other Structures:
Storage Shed
Floor finish:
Hardwood, Tile
Total Building Area:
2,538 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
546 sq. ft.
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
3
# Main Level Bedrooms:
3
# 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:
1,992 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Gas
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
Air Conditioning
Heating:
Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Yes
Dishwasher, F/S/W/D, Hot Tub
Closet Organizer, Dining/Living Combo, French Doors
Vinyl Frames
Balcony/Patio, Fencing: Partial, Sprinkler System
Ground Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Jurisdiction name:
Town of Qualicum Beach
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
Other Equipment:
Central Vacuum, Security System
Occupancy:
Owner
Property Condition:
Resale
Utilities:
Natural Gas Connected
Exposure / Faces:
North
Layout:
Rancher
Lot Site Features:
Central Location, Irrigation Sprinkler(s), Landscaped, Level, Marina Nearby, Near Golf Course, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Southern Exposure
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage:
Yes
Parking Features:
Additional Parking, Driveway, Garage Double, Guest, On Street
Total Parking Spaces:
9
Date Listed:
Apr 09, 2025
Original Price:
1239000.0
  • Photo 1: 490 Chester Rd in Qualicum Beach: PQ Qualicum Beach Single Family Residence for sale (Parksville/Qualicum)  : MLS®# 994074
    View of front facade featuring front lawn, an attached garage, and driveway
  • Photo 2: 490 Chester Rd in Qualicum Beach: PQ Qualicum Beach Single Family Residence for sale (Parksville/Qualicum)  : MLS®# 994074
    View of front of house featuring a front yard, an attached garage and driveway loads of parking/RV/boat parking
  • Photo 3: 490 Chester Rd in Qualicum Beach: PQ Qualicum Beach Single Family Residence for sale (Parksville/Qualicum)  : MLS®# 994074
    Foyer featuring a high ceiling
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    Living area featuring wood floors
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    Kitchen featuring wood floors dark stone counters, peninsula, and open floor plan
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    Kitchen
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    Living room with french doors to patio
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    Bedroom featuring french doors with access to exterior
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    Spacious closet
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    Ensuite
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    Ensuite
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    Office
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    Office
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    Bedroom
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    Bedroom
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    Full bathroom
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    Living area
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    Living room
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    Living area
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    Kitchenr
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    Clothes washing area with cabinet space
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    Kitchen featuring
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    Kitchen
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    Kitchen
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    Dining room
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    Dining area
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    Dining room
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    Dining room
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    Dining room
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    View of front of home
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    View of front of house
  • Photo 38: 490 Chester Rd in Qualicum Beach: PQ Qualicum Beach Single Family Residence for sale (Parksville/Qualicum)  : MLS®# 994074
    View of front of home with an attached garage
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    View of front facade
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    View of patio / terrace with a fenced backyard and outdoor dining space
  • Photo 41: 490 Chester Rd in Qualicum Beach: PQ Qualicum Beach Single Family Residence for sale (Parksville/Qualicum)  : MLS®# 994074
    View of patio with outdoor dining area and a fenced backyard
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    View of patio featuring a shed, a hot tub, an outdoor structure, fence, and french doors
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    Back of property featuring french doors, board and batten siding, central AC unit, a hot tub, and a shingled roof
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    View of yard with a patio area and fence
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    View of yard featuring a jacuzzi, a fenced backyard, outdoor dining area, and a patio
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    View of yard featuring fence
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    View of exterior details
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    View of front facade
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    View of home's exterior
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    Property entrance
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    View of front of home
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    Plan
Listed by 460 Realty Inc. (QU)
Data was last updated April 19, 2025 at 06:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
126
Avg list price:
$942,000
Min list price:
$78,800
Max list price:
$3,879,000
Avg days on market:
39
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
262
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$537.05
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in PQ Qualicum Beach. Average values are derived using median calculations.
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