The one you have been waiting for is finally here! This nearly 2000sf (1403sf finished + 589sf unfinished) quaint home is a rare gem situated in one of Nelson's most desirable locations. A few steps away from the iconic Lakeside Park and on a quiet, dead end street where turnover is non-existent, this home offers an opportunity to relish and enjoy all things that make up the finest of Kootenay living. 514 First offers an easily maintained yard with raised organic vegetable beds and is adorned with optimal sun exposure for all times of the year which provides a long growing season for all your favorite veggies. Tastefully updated throughout the past few years, charm radiates in every space. Bursting at the seams with character, openness and pride of ownership. A few highlights include: expansive back deck and front porch (totaling an additional, nearly 700 sf of useable space), stainless steel appliances, a large basement offering endless storage, workshop, original fir floors, a 26'6X16'5 heated garage, laneway access, loads of off street parking for your toys or RV, a JA Roby wood stove you can cook on, a two person Almost Heaven dry sauna and bonus covered storage area next to the garage. Guests describe the home as welcoming, warm, having phenomenal energy and having a WOW factor! If you're looking for a functional move-in ready home or a low maintenance vacation property in one of Canada's most desirable towns, this one is definitely worth checking out! (id:2493)
Property Type:
Single Family
Common Interest:
Freehold
Property Attached:
No
Total Living Area:
1,403 sq. ft.130 m2
Taxes:
$3,510 /
-
Community:
Nelson
Exterior Features:
Other
Community Features:
Family Oriented
View:
City view, Lake view, Mountain view, View of water
Structure Type:
House
Appliances Included:
Refrigerator, Range - Electric, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer & Dryer
Data was last updated January 28, 2026 at 02:45 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
39
Avg list price:
$895,000
Min list price:
$299,000
Max list price:
$1,650,000
Avg days on market:
76
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
1,606
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$372.61
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Nelson. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
John Knox, Personal Real Estate Corporation, REALTOR®
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