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1529 Whitesails Dr, Bowen Island BC - Single Family Residence for Sale - MLS# R3168134

Today on the market

$1,280,000

Est. Mortgage $5,663/mo

Listing updated: Sep 22, 2026 at 03:52am

EstateBlock checked: Sep 22, 2026 at 02:45pm

3 Beds

2 Baths

2460 sqft

520 $ /sqft

1991 built

NEW OPEN HOUSE

Today on the market

$1,280,000

Est. $5,663/mo with 20% down

Listing updated: Sep 22, 2026 at 03:52am

EstateBlock checked: Sep 22, 2026 at 02:45pm

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With just a short walk to one of the most enjoyed beaches on Bowen you’ll be in awe with frequent visits from Humpbacks and Orcas, the magic of seasonal phosphorescence, and of course spectacular sunsets. This 3-bed home in family-friendly Tunstall Bay ticks many boxes for families with all bedrooms conveniently on the same floor. The lounge just off the kitchen, with French doors to the backyard, doubles as a guest bedroom or a home office. Features include a newer primary ensuite featuring a steam shower, newer windows and metal roof, wood-burning stove, infrared sauna, and workshop. With a membership in the Tunstall Bay Communication Association you’ll have access to the waterfront clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and racks to store kayaks and paddleboards.

Open houses

26 Sep, 2026 (11:00 AM to 02:00 PM)

Interior Features

Basement Finished Area (sqft)	303
Basement Features	Full, Partially Finished
Appliances Included	Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Freezer, Microwave
Fireplace	1
Heating Type	Baseboard, Electric, Wood
# of Kitchens	1
Flooring	Hardwood, Tile
Foundation	Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Roof	Metal
Structures	Residential Detached

Building Details

Price	$1,280,000
Total Bedrooms	3
Total Bathrooms	2
Full Bathrooms	2
Half Bathrooms	0
Floor Area Total (sqft)	2460
Year Built	1991
Age Of Building	35
Building Type	Single Family Residence
Property Type	Residential
Stories	2
Ownership Type	Freehold NonStrata
Utility Type	Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Utility Sewer	Septic Tank
Water (WaterSource)	Public
Parking Type	Carport Single, Open, Asphalt
Total Parking Spaces	3

Lot & Land

Lot Size	9322
Lot Size Depth	Feet
Lot Size Frontage	0
MLS^® #	R3168134
Area	Bowen Island
Neighbourhood	Bowen Island
City	Bowen Island
Postal Code	V0N 1G2
Gross Taxes	$6,225.63
Zoning	SR2

Property Timeline

Status	Date	Price
R3168134 / Active	09-22-2026	$1,280,000
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Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Main Level	Living Room	15'6 x 15'6 ft
Main Level	Dining Room	10'6 x 10'6 ft
Main Level	Kitchen	11'9 x 11'9 ft
Main Level	Family Room	14'10 x 14'10 ft
Main Level	Laundry	15'4 x 15'4 ft
Above Level	Primary Bedroom	13'3 x 13'3 ft
Above Level	Walk-In Closet	9'0 x 9'0 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	13'7 x 13'7 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	12'11 x 12'11 ft
Main Level	Foyer	12'3 x 12'3 ft

Bathrooms

Floor	Ensuite	Pieces
Main Level	No	#3
Above Level	Yes	#5

Listed by: Macdonald Realty & Macdonald Realty

NOTE: This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Greater Vancouver REALTORS^® which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy.

Map & Neighbourhood

Private Schools

Elementary
St Regis Secondary School: Above Average 14.86 km 7.3/10
Elementary, Secondary
Mulgrave School: Above Average 15.58 km 9.2/10

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Tunstall Blvd @ Whitesails Rd (Flag): 0.34 km
Skytrain
Skytrain @ Burrard Stn: 22.31 km

Crime Rate

Total Crime Rate: Low
Violent Crime Rate: Low
Property Crime Rate: Low

Demographics

Post-Secondary Education: Above Average 45.3%
No Certificate/Degree: Below Average 7.7%
Owner Occupied: Below Average 58.4%
Employment Rate: Below Average 50.2%

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise: Unlikely
Railway/Sky train Noise: Unlikely
Airport/Port Noise: Unlikely
Close to major Power Lines: Unlikely

Other

Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR): Unlikely
Flood Area: Unlikely
Close to Cemeteries: Unlikely

Sell Speed & Competition

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Moderate pace expected

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Flood Risk (FEMA/BC)

Unlikely — not in floodplain

Railway / Skytrain noise

Unlikely — 22.31 km from station

Road / Highway noise

Unlikely

Airport noise (YVR)

Unlikely

Power lines proximity

Unlikely

ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve)

No — not in ALR

How BOWEN ISLAND compares

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1529 Whitesails Drive has a sell-speed score of 50/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is has limited comparable pricing data available. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is may take several weeks to attract serious offers.

Climate Risk for V0N 1G2

Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V0N 1G2, over the next 30 years. Projections use the 2041–2070 period (2050s) under a moderate emissions scenario (SSP2-4.5).

Flood Lower Risk

Outside of designated flood hazard zones. Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.

Fire Low

Located within the "Vancouver" WUI zone (Risk Class 5 — Low). Based on BC Wildfire Service provincial WUI Risk Class mapping; not a site-specific assessment.

Air Quality A / Excellent

Annual avg PM2.5 4.6 µg/m³ — meets WHO 2021 guideline (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: Langdale Elementary, Langdale (~10.7 km). Annual avg AQHI 0 — Low Risk.

Heat Low

Bowen Island currently sees ~1 day above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~6 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~29.7 °C baseline, ~32 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~4 projected.

Precipitation Increasing

Annual precipitation ~1515 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~1575 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~50.5 mm baseline, ~57 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Drought Stable

Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~22 days baseline, ~24 days projected for the 2050s. CDD is used as a regional drought proxy; drought risk varies modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Nearby Restaurants, Cafes & Shops

Transit (1 nearby)

Bus stop eastbound adams rd @ bowen bay rd · 705 m · Transit

Walkability & Transit Near 1529 Whitesails Drive

Car-Dependent 1

Walk Score - Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Some Transit 0

Transit Score - Minimal Transit

It is possible to get on a bus

Somewhat
Bikeable 24

Bike Score - Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Mortgage Calculator for 1529 Whitesails Drive

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Property Taxes $519

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A 20% down payment of $256,000 on this $1,280,000 listing yields an estimated mortgage of $4,889/month (30-year fixed, 4%). Total estimated housing cost: $5,408/month, $519 property tax.

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All figures are informational estimates by EstateBlock.com; actual mortgage payments and insurance rates vary by many factors.

Listing data last synced: Sep 22, 2026

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With $3,830/month in estimated rental income against $5,571/month in mortgage payments, the monthly cashflow is -$1,741/month. A 49% down payment would reach break-even.

All figures are informational estimates by EstateBlock.com; actual mortgage payments and insurance rates vary by many factors.

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