City of Totems - Duncan

Duncan is a city on the southern part of Vancouver Island, located in between Nanaimo to the north and Victoria to the South.  Named after William Chalmers Duncan who was born in 1836 in Sarnia, Ontario.  In the early 1900s, Duncan's Chinatown was the social center for the Cowichan Valley's Chinese population.  

The city of Duncan has a total of 80 totem poles around the entire town, which were erected in the 1980s.  Duncan has a large First Nations community and is the traditional home of the Cowichan Tribes.  

Quick Facts and Links

  • Population - 4944 (2016 census)
  • Peak Summer average temperature is 23°C
  • Peak Winter average temperature is -0.5°C
  • Guinness World Record - World Largest Hockey stick and puck
  • Duncan information - website
  • School Information - School District 79
  • School Catchment - School Locator Link

Latest listings in Duncan, BC

$385,000
923042 MLS® #
Welcome to the Kingsview Phase 3 in beautiful Maple Bay. This new subdivision has underground services, street lighting, sidewalks, lots of greenspace, parks, trails and has views over the valley, mountains and Quamichan Lake. Lot 28 is a fully serviced and engineered 463.0 m2 (0.11 acre) – easy to build on lot - ready for your custom home. Comprehensive building scheme and design guidelines are in place to ensure a cohesive community. Price plus GST. Come and experience living in the beautiful Cowichan Valley. This is a lot sale - Builder/seller is available to start immediately on a custom home - cost plus 10% – you bring a plan or builder can work with you to design your dream home.

Lot 28 Woodrush Dr, Duncan

Courtesy of RE/MAX Island Properties

$679,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 923014 MLS® #
Here's a rare opportunity to buy a main level entry patio home with a full walk out basement and a 2 car garage! This prime end unit with a totally private front courtyard patio & back yard backing onto nature in incredible. Main level features a spacious living room with an efficient gas fireplace, huge open island kitchen with adjoining eating areas, laundry facilities & 2 bedrooms (the master features a walk-in closet & a 3 piece ensuite with a sit down shower). Lower level walk out basement features 23x20 rec room with access to back yard, a spare bedroom, a 3 piece bathroom, an office, & plenty of storage. This home has been beautifully maintained & the pride of ownership shows! The Meadows is a sought after 55+ community, centrally located on a quiet dead end street, close to all amenities. Enjoy the convenience of the patio home lifestyle without compromising on space!

6111 Sayward Rd Unit #48, Duncan

Courtesy of Sutton Group-West Coast Realty (Dunc)

$359,000
922730 MLS® #
Great lot surrounded by greenspace with GST already paid! This lot is ready for a two-storey home and legal suite potential. Located in the heart of Maple Bay, Kingsview is ten minutes to the beach or downtown. Situated on the slope of Mt Tzouhalem, views of Quamichan Lake, Mt Prevost and Maple Mountain. This area includes parks, trails, and open spaces. Comprehensive building scheme and design guidelines are in place to ensure a cohesive community. Infrastructure includes sidewalks, traffic calming, and attractive street lighting. This lot can legally accommodate a suite and is fully serviced and prepared for easy building.

Lot 69 Woodrush Dr, Duncan

Courtesy of RE/MAX Island Properties

$149,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 922842 MLS® #
Welcome Pad #72 in Evergreen Place Manufactured Home Park. This well managed park is 55+, pets allowed with park approval, on a bus route and close to town for all of your amenities. Pad rental is $490/month. Quick possession possible. This single wide unit offers 790sqft with 2 bedrooms and one bathroom. There is an open plan living and eat in kitchen, 4 piece bathroom, washer & dryer and the two bedrooms. There is large covered deck at the entrance, plus a covered deck back entrance. Tenancy subject to Park Manager approval. This Mobile Home Park has a home improvement policy requiring improvements to this home (upgrades to windows and siding, and general sprucing up of the skirting and deck paint) that must be completed by the purchaser within one year of the purchase date - Price reflected. Come and experience living in the beautiful Cowichan Valley.

3497 Gibbins Rd Unit #Pad 72, Duncan

Courtesy of RE/MAX Island Properties

$724,999
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 922956 MLS® #
Welcome to Parkwalk - located in one of the Cowichan Valley's most sought after areas, this lovely family friendly neighbourhood is just a short stroll to Maple Bay elementary, sports courts, playgrounds, trails, transit & Maple Bay beach and Mt. Tzouhalem are both just a moment's drive away. Built with design, style & function in mind, this beautifully finished & energy efficient home is ready to occupy. The open plan main floor has a living room with quartz faced gas fireplace, dining area w/patio & backyard access, stunning kitchen w/spacious island, 2pc guest bath & access to the double garage. Upstairs has the laundry area, 4pc bath, 2 guest beds & the stunning primary bedroom with an outfitted walk-in closet & spa inspired ensuite with heated floors, dual vanity, walk-in shower & freestanding tub. A true escape. Features to note include gas furnace with A/C, gas tankless hot water, quartz counters, acrylic cabinetry, tiled wet rooms, EV charger ready, new home warranty & more.

1954 Farleigh Way, Duncan

Courtesy of Pemberton Holmes Ltd. (Dun)

$335,000
922844 MLS® #
9252 sq ft lot with mountain and potential ocean views (especially on an upper floor) in Cowichan Bay Estates Phase 3. Lot 12 which is in front of the subject property, is to be limited to a single story through the Building Scheme (the developer will only be approving a single story home for Lot 12). Cowichan Bay Estates Phase 3 features 48 beautiful new lots with various ocean, estuary, & spectacular mountain views in the quaint seaside village of Cowichan Bay. Within walking distance to marinas, trails, parks, recreation, shopping, restaurants and more. An easy commute to Duncan, Mill Bay & Victoria. Full underground services including sewer, water, & natural gas. Both modern and traditional house designs welcome. Zoning allows for suite or accessory dwelling. A perfect opportunity to enjoy the Cowichan lifestyle on world famous Vancouver Island. Price is plus gst. Click on the multimedia links for more information.

Lot 16 Vee Rd, Duncan

Courtesy of Sutton Group-West Coast Realty (Dunc)

$1,079,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 922989 MLS® #
Oceanview! This brand new executive class home located in Maple Bay is the perfect retirement or downsizing home. Main floor living features an open concept design to take advantage of the exceptional views of Bird’s Eye Cove and Salt Spring Island. Kitchen has a large center island with granite countertops, Bosch appliances, and walk-in pantry. Living room has a cozy propane fireplace set in a stone heath with fir wood accents. The large primary bedroom is also situated to take advantage of the views. The ensuite features a giant pedestal soaker tub and glass-walled shower. A large covered deck offers a great refuge to view eagles and the watercraft navigating the bay. The lower floor has a one-bedroom guest suite with own entrance. The subtle accents are what make this home special; live edge countertops and shelving, edge grain fir doors, custom milled wood & old-growth cedar fencing to name a few.

1072 Shore Pine Close, Duncan

Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty Canada (Vic2)

$535,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 922891 MLS® #
Drastically reduced! EXCELLENT VALUE! Fantastic in town location... This brand new and ready to move in sophisticated townhome is beautifully crafted with superior finishing and great attention to details and conveniently located within walking distance to downtown, shopping, restaurants and parks. Quality built 1,292 square foot home enjoys a modern design with excellent floor plan perfect for a family or a young couple offering 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, gorgeous kitchen with quartz countertops, 9' ceilings, large bright windows and balcony. Heat pump and all appliances included. Small car garage with 220 V plug in for your electric car charger. This contemporary building by famous Plante Developments Ltd. includes 6 very stylish townhouses set in a perfect location for a comfortable lifestyle. Rentals and pets allowed. New Home Warranty in place. GST applies. Unit 5 is now SOLD. This great buy will go into rental pool, if not sold by March 06, 2023.

545 Jubilee St Unit #4, Duncan

Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty Canada (Vic2)

$725,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 922864 MLS® #
RANCHER in a desirable location perfect for small families, single individuals, or retirees. Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, this single-level home features a double garage, 2 bed+den with brand new high-quality waterproof laminate flooring throughout the main living space, newer kitchen appliances, and a washer/dryer. The main living space consists of a great room boasting 10’ ceilings with a gas fireplace, large picture windows bringing in lots of natural light, kitchen and bar, dining room, and living room with access to the backyard. The master bedroom is very spacious with a walk-in closet + access to crawl space, and ensuite. A sliding door leads to your private, fenced, and irrigated backyard with a patio area, shed, and garden beds. Close proximity to schools, hospital, the town of Duncan, Trans Canada Trail, and all amenities.

3095 Cliffs Rd Unit #2, Duncan

Courtesy of RE/MAX Generation (LC)

$390,000
922822 MLS® #
Located in the heart of Maple Bay, Kingsview is ten minutes to the beach or downtown. Situated on the slope of Mt Tzouhalem, views of Quamichan Lake, Mt Prevost and Maple Mountain. This lot is ready for a main level entry home with walkout basement. This area includes parks, trails, and open spaces. Comprehensive building scheme and design guidelines are in place to ensure a cohesive community. Infrastructure includes sidewalks, traffic calming, and attractive street lighting. This lot is fully serviced and prepared for easy building. Price plus GST.

Lot 19 Woodrush Dr, Duncan

Courtesy of RE/MAX Island Properties

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