$1,100,000
Experience the ultimate Squamish lifestyle with this exceptional building opportunity in the highly coveted University Highlands neighborhood. Tucked away at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac and surrounded by nature, this rare 13,885 sq. ft. flat lot serves as the perfect canvas for a custom home. Enjoy world-class mountain biking, hiking, and golf, all right at your doorstep, while being just minutes from schools and downtown Squamish. This building lot is ready to go, with municipal water and services already at the lot line. Whether you are looking to build your family home, a serene retreat or an adventurer’s basecamp, this prime lot offers the space and location to have it all.
| Exterior Features | Private Yard |
|---|---|
| Structures | Land Only |
| Price | $949,000 |
|---|---|
| Property Type | Land |
| Ownership Type | Freehold NonStrata |
| Community Features | Near Shopping |
| Utility Type | Sanitary Sewer At Lot Line, Storm Sewer At Lot Line, Electricity At Lot Line, Natural Gas At Lot Line, Phone Nearby, Cable Available |
| Water (WaterSource) | Public |
| Lot Size | 13885 |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Depth | Feet |
| MLS® # | R3112880 |
| Area | Squamish |
| Neighbourhood | University Highlands |
| City | Squamish |
| Postal Code | V8B 0V5 |
| Gross Taxes | $3,865.21 |
| Zoning | UH-1 |
Listed by: Rennie & Associates Realty & Rennie & Associates 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.
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3355 Descartes Place has a sell-speed score of 89/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell within 1–3 weeks" band. The listing is priced 20.9% below comparable active properties in University Highlands, which is a strong competitive signal. The local market is currently a Seller's Market with a sales-to-active ratio of 21.9% and an area average of 31 days on market — buyers are active. With only 105 competing homes currently listed, this property has significant competition. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is likely to attract offers within 1–3 weeks.
Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V8B 0V5, over the next 30 years. Projections use the 2041–2070 period (2050s) under a moderate emissions scenario (SSP2-4.5).
Outside of designated flood hazard zones. Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.
Located within the "Squamish" WUI zone (Risk Class 2 — Moderate-High). Based on BC Wildfire Service provincial WUI Risk Class mapping; not a site-specific assessment.
Annual avg PM2.5 4.7 µg/m³ — meets WHO 2021 guideline (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: Squamish Elementary, Squamish (~5.8 km). Annual avg AQHI 1.5 — Low Risk.
Squamish currently sees ~0 days above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~3 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~28.4 °C baseline, ~30.8 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~0 projected.
Annual precipitation ~2413 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~2529 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~78.3 mm baseline, ~85.9 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.
Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~20 days baseline, ~21 days projected for the 2050s. CDD is used as a regional drought proxy; drought risk varies modestly across the Lower Mainland.
2 Schools are within 3km
| School | Type | Grades Served | Catchment Info | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Coast Mountain Academy |
Independent |
Grades Served7-12
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Catchment Info—
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Distance410 m
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Garibaldi Highlands Elementary |
Public |
Grades Served—
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Catchment Info—
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Distance1.30 KM
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Comparable data is unavailable at the neighbourhood level. City-wide in Squamish, similar properties average $1,199,000 across 5 active listings — this listing is 20.9% below the Squamish average. This property is flagged as a Hot Deal (13.7% price reduction, 20.9% cheaper than comparables) based on its competitive pricing and market demand.
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