
161 Holmes Rd
$945,000
Salt Spring
Interested in this home?
Ask a question or arrange a viewing — or get our full inside-agent valuation of this home.
About this home
South-End Salt Spring Seclusion! Ready to trade traffic noise for bird songs? Tucked away on 3.5 acres along a very quiet road, this move-in-ready property offers a peaceful and private setting. The 1,273 square-foot main home features two bedrooms, one bathroom, and an updated open living area. Courtesy of five well-placed skylights, the entire space is filled with abundant natural light, making it feel bright and welcoming. The property also includes a charming, separate two-level cottage. The lower level offers a functional studio space for projects or a home office, while the upper level provides a cozy space for overnight guests. Whether you are looking for a permanent residence or a quiet weekend getaway, this home is ready for you to move right in. (id:65179)
Property details
From the listing's public record.
Lot size
3.56 acres
Year built
1975
Taxes
$4,121/yr
Strata / HOA
$0/month
Zoning
Rural residential
Appliances
Heating
Lot
Style
Price history
5 recordsEvery recorded listing event for this property — sales, relists, expired or withdrawn listings.
May 16, 2026
Listed $945,000
Active44 days on marketMLS 1037107Nov 6, 2020
$680,000
Sold19 days on marketMLS 857266Nov 27, 2013
$240,000
Sold86 days on marketMLS 649539Aug 14, 2012
Listed $279,000
Expired364 days on marketMLS 616134Jun 6, 2011
Listed $330,000
Expired360 days on marketMLS 574427
How this listing compares
Based on 97 sales in Salt SpringMedian sold
$1,035,000
Avg days on market
83 days
Avg sale-to-list
94.8%
Avg $/sqft
$549
Price per square foot
Above area average
Current market in Salt Spring
Active (same type)
101
Pending
20
All active listings
175
Months of supply
12.5
Buyer's market — 12.5 months of supply at the current sales pace.
Assessment
From publicly available property records.
Assessed value
$907,000
Land
$465,000
Improvements
$442,000
Homes in Gulf Islands sell at 103.9% of assessed value on average.
Based on 154 recent sales.
Local price trend
How Salt Spring has moved over the last decade.
Local price index (normalized) · 119 months
Recent nearby sales
12 sales1502 Fulford-ganges Rd
$1,100,000
2 bd · 1 ba · 2,026 sqft · $543/sqft · 13 days on market
Sold Jun 29, 2026 · 100% of list
140 Saltair Lane
$570,000
— · — · 1,456 sqft · $391/sqft · 50 days on market
Sold Jun 29, 2026 · 95.2% of list
122 Ontario Pl
$1,450,000
2 bd · 3 ba · 2,652 sqft · $547/sqft · 14 days on market
Sold Jun 29, 2026 · 96.7% of list
165 Pallot Way
$720,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,538 sqft · $468/sqft · 18 days on market
Sold Jun 29, 2026 · 93.6% of list
200 Wilkie Way
$1,305,000
5 bd · 3 ba · 3,609 sqft · $362/sqft · 45 days on market
Sold Jun 17, 2026 · 94% of list
270 Price Rd
$1,265,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,096 sqft · $409/sqft · 40 days on market
Sold Jun 15, 2026 · 90.5% of list
151 Devine Dr
$1,265,000
3 bd · 4 ba · 2,390 sqft · $529/sqft · 16 days on market
Sold Jun 15, 2026 · 97.5% of list
141 Murrelet Pl
$1,128,667
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,118 sqft · $533/sqft · 89 days on market
Sold Jun 11, 2026 · 94.4% of list
121 Thomas Rd
$978,750
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,637 sqft · $371/sqft · 118 days on market
Sold Jun 4, 2026 · 98.4% of list
338 Walkers Hook Rd
$720,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,189 sqft · $606/sqft · 111 days on market
Sold Jun 2, 2026 · 97.3% of list
285 Mountain Park Dr
$1,375,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,246 sqft · $424/sqft · 85 days on market
Sold Jun 1, 2026 · 83.4% of list
425 Scott Point Dr
$2,217,000
2 bd · 3 ba · 3,369 sqft · $658/sqft · 5 days on market
Sold May 28, 2026 · 101% of list
Interested in this home?
Ask a question or arrange a viewing — or get our full inside-agent valuation of this home.