Two Gulf Island properties just 40 km away from Vancouver are on the real estate market right now, and neither are listed for more than $500,000.
One is a of Ruxton Island selling for just $177,000.
The small one-room cabin has space for a bed in the loft. At ground level, there's a wood stove, a work bench, and not much more. A permanent outhouse has been built beside the cabin.
The property is 1.4 acres, mostly covered in dense West Coast forest.
, beside Valdes Island and De Courcy Island. While it has a year-round population, there are no regular ferries to the island. Most of the properties have seasonal cabins.
A is also for sale on the island; it's listed for $449,000.
The two-storey house has three bedrooms and a washroom, along with a kitchen and living space. There are also several decks and an outdoor shower.
The house is located on a bluff above the ocean, offering views of the water and nearby islands.
