CA$1,599,000
Shawnigan Lake
6 bd 4 ba 442 m²
Shawnigan Lake Homes for Sale on Vancouver Island
56 homes and apartments for sale in Shawnigan Lake, Canada.
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Properties for sale in Shawnigan Lake
24 properties shown
HouseCA$788,800
Shawnigan Lake
3 bd 2 ba 212 m²
CA$1,489,000
Shawnigan Lake
6 bd 3 ba 472 m²
CA$1,149,000
Shawnigan Lake
3 bd 2 ba 254 m²
HouseCA$389,900
Shawnigan Lake
3 bd 3 ba 132 m²
CA$1,098,500
Shawnigan Lake
4 bd 3 ba 227 m²
CA$1,995,000
Shawnigan Lake
4 bd 3 ba 214 m²
CA$995,000
Shawnigan Lake
4 bd 1 ba 274 m²
HouseCA$211,000
Shawnigan Lake
2 bd 1 ba 79 m²
CA$1,525,000
Shawnigan Lake
4 bd 4 ba 397 m²
CA$979,900
Shawnigan Lake
3 bd 2 ba 243 m²
CA$2,599,000
Shawnigan Lake
5 bd 4 ba 351 m²
CA$1,525,000
Shawnigan Lake
4 bd 3 ba 273 m²
CA$1,039,000
Shawnigan Lake
4 bd 3 ba 212 m²
CA$819,000
Shawnigan Lake
5 bd 2 ba 291 m²
CA$2,545,000
Shawnigan Lake
14 bd 8 ba 778 m²
CA$750,000
Shawnigan Lake
2 bd 1 ba 139 m²
CA$2,075,000
Shawnigan Lake
5 bd 5 ba 519 m²
CA$989,900
Shawnigan Lake
4 bd 3 ba 306 m²
CA$1,399,000
Shawnigan Lake
4 bd 3 ba 372 m²
CA$990,000
Shawnigan Lake
1 bd 2 ba 176 m²
CA$3,535,999
Shawnigan Lake
5 bd 4 ba 468 m²
CA$745,000
Shawnigan Lake
3 bd 3 ba 149 m²
CA$1,049,000
Shawnigan Lake
4 bd 2 ba 206 m²
Buyer's guide: Shawnigan Lake
Shawnigan Lake is a lakeside village in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, about 45 km north of Victoria. Property for sale is mostly large houses and lots, with a median asking price of €595,499 across 55 listings. It is a popular summer and year-round community, with a private school at its centre.
Price levels
Asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad, in euros.
| Figure | Shawnigan Lake |
|---|---|
| Median ask | €595,499 |
| p25 to p75 | €369,210 to €932,113 |
| Median per m² | €2,505 |
| Median size | 290 m² |
| Listings | 55 |
Houses and lots
37 listings are houses, 17 are land and 1 is commercial. Four-bedroom homes lead with 14, followed by three (11), five or more (9) and two (2). Listing sizes are large, with a median of 290 m², often including acreage or a secondary suite. See land in Canada.
The 17 plots range from small residential lots to larger acreages. Lakeview lots cost more, and watershed rules around the lake can limit what you can build. Ask for a site survey and a septic review.
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The lake and the village
The lake supports swimming, boating and fishing, and Shawnigan Lake School draws international boarders. The village has a small centre; services are in Duncan and Victoria. Drive times to Victoria are around 45 minutes, so some residents commute. Septic and well issues, shoreline setbacks and the Cowichan Valley's regional district bylaws are common checks. Wildfire and summer drought are also considerations.
Buyers include Victoria professionals, retirees and parents of boarding students.
Foreign buyer rules in BC
BC has a 20% foreign buyer tax and the federal ban on foreign purchases runs to 1 January 2027, with a replacement reported. Whether the ban covers Shawnigan Lake depends on the census classification, so a lawyer should confirm. Our Canada consultation guide lays out the steps and financing covers deposits.
Nearby places
Duncan is the Cowichan Valley town to the north. Langford, Saanich, Central Saanich, North Saanich and Sidney are greater Victoria markets, with Langford the closest. See Canada.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in Shawnigan Lake: FAQ
How far is Shawnigan Lake from Victoria?
About 45 km, 45 minutes by car.
Is it lakefront?
Some listings are; most are not. Lakefront costs more.
Do homes have wells?
Many do. Test water quality.
Can foreigners buy?
Subject to BC's tax and the federal ban.
Is it seasonal?
Both: busy summers, quiet winters.
Is Shawnigan Lake a good year-round home?
Many owners live here all year. Winters are mild by Canadian standards but wet, so check drainage and roof condition.
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