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161 Holmes Rd

$945,000

Salt Spring

Detached2 bd · 1 ba · 1,551 sqftBuilt 1975$609/sqft44 days on market

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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

Range - Gas

Heating

Baseboard heatersElectricWood

Lot

Private settingWooded areaIrregular lot sizeRocky

Style

CottageLog house/cabinCabin

Price history

5 records

Every recorded listing event for this property — sales, relists, expired or withdrawn listings.

  1. May 16, 2026

    Listed $945,000

    Active44 days on marketMLS 1037107
  2. Nov 6, 2020

    $680,000

    Sold19 days on marketMLS 857266
  3. Nov 27, 2013

    $240,000

    Sold86 days on marketMLS 649539
  4. Aug 14, 2012

    Listed $279,000

    Expired364 days on marketMLS 616134
  5. Jun 6, 2011

    Listed $330,000

    Expired360 days on marketMLS 574427

How this listing compares

Based on 97 sales in Salt Spring

Median sold

$1,035,000

Avg days on market

83 days

Avg sale-to-list

94.8%

Avg $/sqft

$549

Price per square foot

This home: $609/sqftArea average: $549/sqft

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 market12.5 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.

6392121Jul 2016Jun 2021May 2026

Local price index (normalized) · 119 months

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