285 5th St

285 5th St · Courtenay, Comox Valley · Retail · $1,000,000 · MLS 1032449

285 5th St is located in Courtenay (Comox Valley). Property snapshot: Retail, listed at $1,000,000, MLS 1032449. Compare transit, schools, similar supply, strata/carrying costs and resale liquidity—not just photos and asking price. Current DOM/site exposure: 51. Latest recorded list price 1000000.00.

List Price: $1,000,000
MLS: 1032449
Days on Site: 51
Price History: Latest recorded list price 1000000.00
Courtenay, British Columbia · Neighbourhood: Comox Valley
C$1,000,000

Local Decision Guide

How should buyers evaluate 285 5th St?

Start by reading this listing in its Courtenay Comox Valley context: price, property type, land or strata setup, age, transit, schools, similar supply, carrying costs and resale liquidity should be considered together, not just photos and asking price.

What should be checked before writing an offer?
  • Recent comparable sales, competing active listings, days on market, price changes and current market pace.
  • Property condition, inspection risk, insurance, financing, tax, title and any disclosure documents.
  • For strata homes, review minutes, contingency reserve, special levies, rental rules and pet bylaws.
How do buyers find land with rebuild or multiplex potential, what should they watch, and how can returns be improved?

To find land with this potential, start with zoning, lot size, frontage, lane or driveway access, servicing, trees, slope, basement conditions, BC Assessment, title restrictions and municipal permits. The highest-return plan is usually not simply the maximum unit count; it is the best balance between approval risk, construction cost, rent or resale pricing, floor-plan efficiency, parking and holding period.

What does this page not replace?

It does not replace a realtor, lawyer, inspector, mortgage broker, insurance review, tax advice, strata documents, BC Assessment or municipal records. Use it to form better questions, then verify independently.

Listing FAQ

What is the current list price for 285 5th St?

This page shows a list price of $1,000,000 with MLS 1032449.

What type of home is this Courtenay, Comox Valley listing?

The page shows Retail at 285 5th St. Buyers should still verify strata/land context, interior size, age and inspection findings.

How long has this listing been on the market?

Current records show about 51 days on market/site. Latest recorded list price 1000000.00.

What should buyers check first on this listing?

Start with price, location, property type, land or strata context, condition, schools/transit, recent comparable sales and carrying costs; if redevelopment or multiplex potential matters, also review zoning, lot size, servicing and municipal rules.

Can AI analysis replace professional advice?

No. AI analysis is for faster context and market screening; final decisions should still rely on a realtor, lawyer, inspection, financing, tax and municipal due diligence.

For sale
285 5th St

Remarks

Prime opportunity on iconic 5th Street in downtown Courtenay. This prominent 2-storey commercial building offers 8,624 sq ft of versatile space in one of the Comox Valley’s most vibrant and high-traffic corridors. The main level features excellent storefront exposure with an open layout, providing a true blank canvas for retail, showroom, or service-based use. The upper floor offers substantial additional space for storage, offices, or future redevelopment. Surrounded by established businesses, restaurants, and steady pedestrian flow, this location delivers outstanding visibility and long-term potential. Immediate possession available. A rare chance to secure a high-exposure commercial asset in a sought-after downtown location. Videography available under the Virtual Tour tab. Showings by appointment only. Call Robert Nixon for easy showing 250-287-6200. (id:56153)

Property Details

Retail
Building Type
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms

Transaction: For sale

Status: active

Listing ID: 29616819 (1032449)

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Property Summary

Price: C$1,000,000

PID: 005-061-067

Days on Site: 51 days

Added to BurnabyHouse: 2026-04-16

Updated on: 2026-04-20 12:01 PM PDT

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Nearby Points of Interest

Grocery / Food Access
The Old Farm Market
About 178.2 m away
660 England Avenue
Thrifty Foods
About 796 m away
1551 Cliffe Avenue
Shopping Centres
Comox Valley Farmers' Market
About 154.2 m away
Courtenay Crossing
About 870.6 m away

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