CA$2,099,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 2 ba 284 m²
Bowen Island houses and lots for sale in Howe Sound
76 homes and apartments for sale in Bowen Island, Canada.
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Properties for sale in Bowen Island
24 properties shown
CA$1,499,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 1 ba 128 m²
CA$1,349,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 4 ba 160 m²
CA$1,550,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 3 ba 222 m²
Land plotCA$1,900,000
Bowen Island
1 bd 1 ba 59 m²
CA$9,650,000
Bowen Island
7 bd 10 ba 1,055 m²
CA$2,075,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 3 ba 192 m²
CA$2,560,000
Bowen Island
4 bd 5 ba 297 m²
CA$2,110,000
Bowen Island
2 bd 2 ba 248 m²
CA$1,520,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 2 ba 108 m²
CA$3,600,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 4 ba 392 m²
CA$1,095,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 2 ba 175 m²
CA$1,050,000
Bowen Island
2 bd 1 ba 94 m²
CA$1,425,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 3 ba 184 m²
CA$2,999,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 3 ba 328 m²
ApartmentCA$990,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 2 ba 141 m²
CA$1,575,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 3 ba 173 m²
CA$3,300,000
Bowen Island
4 bd 4 ba 325 m²
CA$1,499,000
Bowen Island
5 bd 3 ba 239 m²
CA$1,880,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 3 ba 212 m²
CA$1,922,200
Bowen Island
4 bd 4 ba 335 m²
ApartmentCA$987,000
Bowen Island
3 bd 2 ba 107 m²
CA$2,850,000
Bowen Island
4 bd 4 ba 364 m²
CA$1,388,000
Bowen Island
5 bd 3 ba 225 m²
Buyer's guide: Bowen Island
Bowen Island real estate offers an island lifestyle within reach of Vancouver: the median asking price is €858,146 across 76 listings, 42 houses and 32 lots. For foreign buyers, British Columbia's taxes are a larger factor than the price.
Island price data
Asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad, in euros.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median asking price | €858,146 |
| p25 to p75 | €616,812 to €1,264,872 |
| Price per m² | €5,248 |
| Median size | 215 m² |
| Listings | 76 |
Homes and lots
There are 42 houses, 32 plots and 2 apartments. By bedroom count, 22 houses have three, 9 have four, 5 have two and 5 have five or more. The near-equal split between houses and lots makes this a build-your-own market. See Canadian houses and land.
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Island life
Bowen Island is in Howe Sound, a short ferry crossing from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver. There are no bridges, so the ferry timetable shapes daily life. The community is small and artistic, and many residents commute by ferry. West Vancouver, North Vancouver and Vancouver are the closest mainland markets; Gibsons lies across the sound on the Sunshine Coast; Burnaby and Richmond are further inland.
Practical island ownership
Utilities differ from the mainland. Many properties rely on private wells or shared water systems and septic fields, and building permits depend on soil and slope. Internet and mobile coverage vary by lot. Ferry reliability, vehicle space and parking at Horseshoe Bay affect daily life, and many islanders leave a second car on the mainland. Wildfire and storm outages happen, so check insurance and backup power. The community is small and tight-knit, and local land-use bylaws are protective of the island character.
Foreign buyers
The federal ban runs to 1 January 2027, and British Columbia's 20% foreign buyer tax applies in Metro Vancouver, of which Bowen Island is part. Island purchases also need checks on water supply, septic systems and building permits, because services are limited.
See the Canada guide, financing and country page.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in Bowen Island: FAQ
Is Bowen Island expensive?
It is cheaper than West Vancouver but pricey in absolute terms, with a median of €858,146. The 32 plots lower the average. Bowen Island is a municipality within the Metro Vancouver region.
How does the ferry affect daily life?
It governs commuting and deliveries. Check the schedule and capacity before you buy. Allow extra time and budget for utilities and access.
Does the foreign buyer tax apply?
Probably, as Bowen Island is within Metro Vancouver. Confirm with a lawyer. The tax applies to the purchase price, so a lot at €616,812 would carry a large extra bill.
Can I build on a lot?
Only with municipal permits and services. Water and septic can limit building. Always confirm whether services are in place.
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