Home Bowen Island, BC Bowen Island 947 Village Drive

947 Village Dr, Bowen Island BC - Single Family Residence for Sale - MLS# R3143634

61 days on the market

$1,922,000

Est. Mortgage $8,503/mo

Listing updated: Aug 25, 2026 at 02:07pm

EstateBlock checked: Sep 5, 2026 at 09:45pm

Cates Hill

4 Beds

4 Baths

3603 sqft

533 $ /sqft

2008 built

61 days on the market

$1,922,000

Est. $8,503/mo with 20% down

Listing updated: Aug 25, 2026 at 02:07pm

EstateBlock checked: Sep 5, 2026 at 09:45pm

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Exterior Front Photo of 947 Village Drive, Bowen Island, BC

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Family Room Photo of 947 Village Drive, Bowen Island, BC

Dining Area Photo of 947 Village Drive, Bowen Island, BC

Kitchen Photo of 947 Village Drive, Bowen Island, BC

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Pantry Photo of 947 Village Drive, Bowen Island, BC

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Perfect family home. This extensively renovated home in coveted Cates Hill blends West Coast charm with $475,000+ in thoughtful upgrades. Enjoy stunning Howe Sound & mountain views from one of Bowen's most walkable, sought-after neighbourhoods, just steps to Snug Cove Village, ferry, marina, school, parks, beaches, trails, shops & a school bus stop at your door. Inside, rich hardwood floors, a fully updated kitchen with S/S appliances, a 36" cooktop & a wrap-around deck invite relaxed island living. The luxurious new ensuite offers heated floors, rain shower & custom cabinetry. While the basement features an entertainment bar, activity areas & 4 piece bath w/ tons of storage. A Generac generator (20kW), fenced yard & level driveway w/ RV/boat parking complete this move-in-ready family home

Interior Features

Basement Finished Area (sqft)	1201
Basement Features	Finished
Appliances Included	Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven, Range Top
Fireplace	1
Heating Type	Electric, Propane
Laundry	In Unit
# of Kitchens	1
Flooring	Hardwood, Tile
Foundation	Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Exterior Features	Garden, Balcony
View Description	HOWE SOUND & NORTH SHORE MTNS
Roof	Asphalt
Structures	Residential Detached

Building Details

Price	$1,922,000
Total Bedrooms	4
Total Bathrooms	4
Full Bathrooms	3
Half Bathrooms	1
Floor Area Total (sqft)	3603
Year Built	2008
Age Of Building	18
Building Type	Single Family Residence
Property Type	Residential
Stories	2
Building Name	Cates Hill
Ownership Type	Freehold NonStrata
Community Features	Shopping Nearby
Utility Type	Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Utility Sewer	Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer
Water (WaterSource)	Public
Parking Type	Open, RV Access/Parking, Guest, Front Access, Paver Block
Total Parking Spaces	8
Rental Suites	None

Lot & Land

Lot Size	16361.14
Lot Size Depth	Feet
Lot Size Frontage	20.12
MLS^® #	R3143634
Area	Bowen Island
Neighbourhood	Bowen Island
City	Bowen Island
Postal Code	V0N 1G1
Gross Taxes	$8,483.73
Zoning	CD-2

Property Timeline

Status	Date	Price
R3143634 / Active	07-07-2026	$1,922,000
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Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Main Level	Foyer	8'0 x 8'0 ft
Main Level	Family Room	10'8 x 10'8 ft
Main Level	Kitchen	13'2 x 13'2 ft
Main Level	Dining Room	13'6 x 13'6 ft
Main Level	Living Room	15'4 x 15'4 ft
Above Level	Primary Bedroom	13'1 x 13'1 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	13'0 x 13'0 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	13'0 x 13'0 ft
Above Level	Bedroom	13'0 x 13'0 ft
Basement Level	Den	11'9 x 11'9 ft
Basement Level	Flex Room	6'4 x 6'4 ft
Basement Level	Office	9'0 x 9'0 ft
Basement Level	Flex Room	14'10 x 14'10 ft
Basement Level	Living Room	14'10 x 14'10 ft
Basement Level	Study	12'6 x 12'6 ft
Basement Level	Patio	21'0 x 21'0 ft

Bathrooms

Floor	Ensuite	Pieces
Main Level	No	#2
Above Level	Yes	#4
Above Level	No	#4
Basement	No	#4

Listed by: Royal LePage Elite West

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, Secondary
Mulgrave School: Above Average 11.26 km 9.2/10
Elementary, Secondary
Mulgrave School: Above Average 11.26 km 9.2/10

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Artisan Square (Flag): 0.4 km
Skytrain
Skytrain @ Burrard Stn: 19.16 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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Overall sell-speed score

Moderate pace expected

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Market conditions

Market conditions unavailable

Flood Risk (FEMA/BC)

Unlikely — not in floodplain

Railway / Skytrain noise

Unlikely — 19.16 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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947 Village 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 1G1

Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V0N 1G1, 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 3.8 µg/m³ — meets WHO 2021 guideline (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: Horseshoe Bay, West Vancouver (~4.9 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

Shopping (17 nearby)

Bowen island flower shop · 336 m · Florist
Sangre de fruta · 343 m · Beauty Shop
The real rapunzel · 356 m · Gift Shop

Restaurants (6 nearby)

Artisan eats café & fine foods · 351 m · Restaurant
Bowen sushi · 428 m · Restaurant
Tuscany restaurant · 644 m · Restaurant

Groceries (4 nearby)

The ruddy potato · 463 m · Supermarket
Bowen beer & wine cellar · 463 m · Beverages
Miller's meatcraft · 467 m · Butcher

Cafes (3 nearby)

The village baker cafe' · 437 m · Cafe
The ruddy cafe · 469 m · Cafe
The snug cafe · 683 m · Cafe

Healthcare (1 nearby)

Cates pharmasave · 452 m · Healthcare

Transit (1 nearby)

Bus stop lenora rd @ melmore rd (flag) · 914 m · Transit

Schools NearBy

2 Schools are within 3km

School	Type	Grades Served	Catchment Info	Rating	Distance
Bowen Island Community School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.8 / 10	Distance 494 m
Island Pacific School	Independent	Grades Served 6-9	Catchment Info —	8.2 / 10	Distance 768 m

Walkability & Transit Near 947 Village Drive

Car-Dependent 38

Walk Score - Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Some Transit 0

Transit Score - Minimal Transit

It is possible to get on a bus

Somewhat
Bikeable 30

Bike Score - Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Mortgage Calculator for 947 Village Drive

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Property Taxes $707

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Based on a 30-year fixed at 4% interest with 20% down ($384,400), the estimated monthly payment for this listing is $8,048/month — $7,341 principal & interest, $707 property tax.

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Listing data last synced: Aug 25, 2026

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At an estimated rental income of $4,985/month, this property runs a $3,263/month shortfall after mortgage and carrying costs. Break-even requires approximately 56% down.

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