Cobble Hill Land for Sale

$699,900
1034713 MLS
The final oceanfront view lot in the Arbutus Ridge. This is a truly vanishing opportunity to secure the last remaining building lot within the award-winning Arbutus Ridge 55+ gated community in Cobble Hill, BC. Set along Marine Dr, this rare high-bank waterfront property captures spectacular views across the Salish Sea’s Satellite Channel to Salt Spring Island & the Saanich Inlet & Peninsula. The property includes building plans for a 4,246 sq ft home & a 3 car garage. The plans embrace the natural slope of the land to maximize views. Beyond the lot itself, Arbutus Ridge is renowned for its exceptional lifestyle & amenities. There is an 18-hole golf course & club, indoor tennis courts & the popular Satellite Bar & Grill. The community includes 24-hr gated security, a village center with seasonal swimming pool, outdoor tennis courts, fitness facilities, woodworking shop, library, games room, art room & other meeting rooms.

197 Marine Dr, Cobble Hill

Courtesy of RE/MAX Island Properties (DU)

$899,000
1002803 MLS
23.8 acres of beauty! 2 drilled wells, with very good flow and good access. Hydro has been dropped to the lot. Some foundation work has been done and areas have been levelled and cleared for building your new home and accessory buildings. Beautifully treed property with a well-designed, feature driveway. Bring your dream home ideas! Close to amenities at Cobble Hill Plaza and Valley View Centre and nearby to lakes and numerous trails for outdoor activities. Rural resource zoning, RUR-1. Very private and park-like setting.

Lot 11 Thain Rd, Cobble Hill

Courtesy of Pemberton Holmes Ltd.

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COBBLE HILL LAND MARKET

Building Lots, Acreage and Rural Land for Sale in Cobble Hill

Cobble Hill land for sale includes a mix of smaller building lots, rural acreage, agricultural parcels, forested land and larger undeveloped holdings. Because the community combines village, rural, agricultural and coastal environments, vacant land in Cobble Hill can vary dramatically in usability, servicing and development potential.

Buyers should evaluate land by more than parcel size. Topography, access, zoning, Agricultural Land Reserve status, water availability, septic suitability, drainage, environmental constraints and the amount of genuinely usable ground can all have a major effect on value.

Some parcels are well suited to a conventional custom-home build, while others may be more appropriate for agricultural use, long-term holding, recreation or buyers prepared to undertake more extensive servicing and site work.

Before assigning value to future potential, confirm what can actually be built or used on the property under current CVRD zoning and provincial regulations. A large parcel does not automatically mean greater development flexibility.

Land buyer note: two parcels with the same acreage can have completely different utility. Level access, reliable water, septic suitability, sun exposure and workable zoning often matter more than gross lot size.
LAND TYPES

Types of Cobble Hill Land for Sale

Building Lots

Smaller residential parcels intended for a future home, where servicing, setbacks, site preparation and zoning are primary considerations.

Rural Acreage

Larger undeveloped parcels offering privacy, forest, open land or space for a custom rural residence and accessory uses.

Agricultural Land

Farm-oriented parcels where ALR rules, soil, drainage, water and permitted agricultural uses may be central to value.

Estate & Holding Land

Larger properties purchased for privacy, long-term ownership, future building plans or strategic land-holding objectives.

LOCATION & TOPOGRAPHY

Where Cobble Hill Land Is Found

Vacant and underdeveloped land appears throughout Cobble Hill rather than in one concentrated subdivision. Eastern areas around Cherry Point tend to include more open agricultural and marine-influenced land, while western areas toward Cobble Hill Mountain can be more forested, elevated and topographically varied.

Properties closer to Cobble Hill Village may offer easier access to local roads and services, while larger rural holdings can trade convenience for privacy and greater separation from neighbouring properties.

Village & Fringe LotsSmaller parcels closer to roads, community facilities and existing residential development.
Cherry Point & Eastern LandOpen rural land, agricultural parcels and properties influenced by the nearby coastal environment.
Mountain & Forested LandWooded and elevated parcels where slope, access, rock and site preparation deserve closer review.
Farm CountryLarger parcels associated with pasture, vineyards, orchards, agricultural use and ALR considerations.
BUILDING FEASIBILITY

What to Check Before Buying Cobble Hill Land

Zoning & ALR Status

Confirm CVRD zoning, permitted uses, minimum lot size, setbacks, dwelling allowances, accessory uses and whether the parcel is within the Agricultural Land Reserve.

Do not assume subdivision or additional dwellings are possible because a parcel is large.

Water & Septic

Determine whether community water is available or whether a private well will be required. Review septic suitability, soil conditions, field location and replacement-area requirements.

Servicing feasibility can materially affect both construction cost and land value.

Access, Slope & Site Work

Review legal road access, driveway feasibility, rock, slope, drainage, retaining requirements, tree clearing and the amount of level buildable area.

A lower-priced parcel can become expensive quickly if major site work is required.

RURAL LAND DUE DILIGENCE

Title, Covenants, Easements and Environmental Constraints

Vacant land buyers should review title charges, statutory rights of way, easements, restrictive covenants, access agreements and any registrations affecting building locations or future use.

Environmental development permit areas, riparian setbacks, wetlands, steep slopes and drainage corridors can reduce the practical building envelope even when zoning otherwise permits construction.

Where a parcel is near agricultural land or within the ALR, buyers should also consider farm-use restrictions, buffering, drainage and the realities of neighbouring agricultural activity.

Professional surveying, geotechnical, environmental, well, septic and planning advice may be appropriate before removing conditions where those issues are material.

USABLE LAND

Gross Acreage Is Not the Same as Usable Acreage

A parcel marketed as five or ten acres may contain substantially less land that is practical for building, pasture, gardens, workshops or other intended uses. Rock, forest, creeks, wetlands, steep grades, septic fields, easements and access corridors can all reduce usable area.

Buyers should identify the realistic building envelope and intended use areas early in the due-diligence process rather than relying on total parcel size alone.

CURRENT COBBLE HILL MARKET

Cobble Hill Housing Market Report

The Cobble Hill Housing Market Report provides broader context for current local inventory, asking-price ranges, price per square foot and days on market.

Because it includes houses, acreages, farms, land and coastal properties, its averages should be treated as broad Cobble Hill context rather than land-only statistics.

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Who Buys Land in Cobble Hill?

Custom-Home BuyersBuyers looking for a parcel on which to design and build a home suited to the site.
Rural Lifestyle BuyersBuyers prioritizing privacy, gardens, workshops, animals or additional outdoor space.
Farm BuyersBuyers seeking agricultural land, pasture, orchards, vineyards or other farm-oriented uses.
Long-Term HoldersBuyers acquiring land for future use, family planning or long-term ownership.
BuildersBuyers evaluating zoning, servicing, access and construction feasibility for a future build.
Privacy BuyersBuyers seeking more separation and control over their immediate surroundings.
LAND SERVICING

Road Access, Power, Water and Sewage Disposal

Before buying vacant land, establish how the property will be accessed and serviced. Confirm legal road access, power availability, water source, sewage-disposal options and the location of any existing utility corridors or rights of way.

On rural sites, bringing services to the building area can represent a significant portion of the total project cost. Distance from the road, terrain, rock, tree clearing and trenching requirements can all materially change the economics of a build.

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