Bill is a respected Cowichan Valley Realtor who brings a strategic yet personable approach to the home buying and selling process. He listens closely to his clients’ needs and desires—always with their best interests at heart. With buyers, he insists on matching them with the right property and neighbourhood to best suit their lifestyle. When selling a property, his proven ability guides his clients through a stress-free and successful transaction, ensuring the best value for their home.; Treating clients like family is a guiding principle for Bill. His honesty, enthusiasm, and supportive nature create strong relationships with his clients and as such he has a successful referral business and many ties to the community. Bill is a BC native and has lived on Vancouver Island for over 25 years and worked over 20 years in the business in the Valley.
Bill has a background in aviation as a pilot and aircraft maintenance engineer. His company managed multi-million dollar projects both internationally and domestically. He has taught courses at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and Northern Lights College. He is an active member of the Duncan Flying Club and supports local causes such as Children’s Hospital, United Way, MS Society, Salvation Army and the Cowichan Hospital Foundation. Bill and his wife Loree reside in beautiful Cowichan Bay and enjoy their off time golfing, flying, hiking, biking and kayaking in and around this amazing part of the world.
Welcome to this well-cared-for 1954 two-level home located on a quiet no-through road just steps from the ocean in charming Chemainus. Offering 2,280 sq. ft. of space on a generous 9,570 sq. ft. lot, the main level is fully finished while the lower level provides partially finished space with plenty of potential. The home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with glimpses of the ocean and waterfront homes just across the street.
Enjoy outdoor living in the southwest-facing backyard complete with both a deck and patio—perfect for soaking up the afternoon sun. This convenient location is close to schools, parks, scenic trails, restaurants, banking, the renowned Chemainus Theatre, and the library. All the amenities of downtown Chemainus are just minutes away, giving you the perfect blend of small-town charm and walkable convenience.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1954
(Age: 71)
Living Area:
1,259 sq. ft.117 m2
Auxiliary Building Living Area:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Main Building Living Area:
1,259 sq. ft.117 m2
Listing General Location:
Du Chemainus, Duncan
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
1.0
(Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
9,780 sq. ft.909 m2
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$4,543 /
2025
Construction:
Frame Wood, Vinyl Siding
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, With Windows
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Other Structures:
Storage Shed
Floor finish:
Mixed
Total Building Area:
2,280 sq. ft.212 m2
Total Unfinished Area:
1,021 sq. ft.94.9 m2
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
4
# Main Level Bedrooms:
2
# Second Level Bedrooms:
0
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
1
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
122 sq. ft.11.3 m2
Living Area Main Floor:
1,137 sq. ft.106 m2
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 2nd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Insert, Living Room
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
Air Conditioning
Heating:
Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Fireplace:
Yes
Dishwasher, F/S/W/D
Storage, Workshop
Vinyl Frames
Fencing: Partial, Low Maintenance Yard
Main Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
17'9"5.41 m × 16'11"5.16 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
11'6"3.51 m × 10'1"3.07 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
13'3.96 m × 9'11"3.02 m
Main Floor
Entrance
7'5"2.26 m × 4'3"1.30 m
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
13'4"4.06 m × 12'3"3.73 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
11'2"3.40 m × 10'6"3.20 m
Lower Level
Laundry
10'1"3.07 m × 9'2"2.79 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
12'5"3.78 m × 10'11"3.33 m
Lower Level
Den
11'1"3.38 m × 10'4"3.15 m
Lower Level
Workshop
19'8"5.99 m × 10'4"3.15 m
Lower Level
Workshop
17'2"5.23 m × 10'11"3.33 m
Lower Level
Storage
15'4"4.67 m × 10'6"3.20 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
3
3-Piece
Assessed:
631000.0
Assessment year:
2025
Jurisdiction name:
Duncan Rural (765)
Legal Description:
Lot 6, Section 19, Range 5, Chemainus, District, Plan 6485
Zoning:
North Cowichan R3
Accessibility:
Ground Level Main Floor
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
1
Number of 4 piece baths:
0
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
0
Occupancy:
Vacant
Property Condition:
Resale
Exposure / Faces:
Northeast
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Lower Level(s)
Lot Site Features:
Easy Access, No Through Road, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
0
Garage:
No
Parking Features:
Driveway, On Street
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Road Surface Type:
Paved
Date Listed:
Sep 24, 2025
Original Price:
709900.0
Welcome to your new home!
Pathway from street
Front entrance
Front entrance
Front entrance
Living room with Fireplace insert
Living room
Ocean glimpse from living room
Living room
Dining room - open to kitchen
Dining room - open to kitchen
Looking into kitchen from dining room
Kitchen with island
Kitchen with island
Kitchen
Kitchen - overlooking backyard
Primary bedroom
Primary bedroom
Bathroom - 3 piece
2nd bedroom
2nd bedroom
Downstairs
Laundry room - lower level
3rd Bedroom (Partially finished) - lower level
3rd Bedroom (Partially finished) - lower level
Den / Office - lower level
Workshop - lower level
Workshop - lower level
Storage - lower level
Storage - lower level
Deck off kitchen
Backyard
Patio under deck
Backyard
Back of structure and yard
Shed in yard
Side patio
Looking out of the side yard entrance to the Ocean
Listed by Bill McGowan of RE/MAX Island Properties (DU)
Data was last updated October 8, 2025 at 02:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
80
Avg list price:
$750,000
Min list price:
$289,000
Max list price:
$4,250,000
Avg days on market:
75
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
441
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$458.56
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and located in
Du Chemainus. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.