Kuskanook

Kuskanook, British Columbia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Kuskanook is $397,500, across 8 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 87 days.

3 new listings came to market in Kuskanook in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $408 per square foot, based on the 3 listings that report floor area.

Vacant land in Kuskanook are listed at an average of $303,800 across 5 active listings.

About Kuskanook

Kuskanook is a small lakeside neighbourhood on the east side of Kootenay Lake near the community of Boswell in the Regional District of Central Kootenay. It’s characterized by low-density, recreation-oriented housing (cabins, cottages, and single-family homes) with a mix of seasonal and year-round residents, skewing older and lifestyle-focused. The area’s draw is immediate access to Kootenay Lake, nearby beaches and boat launches, and a quiet rural setting; everyday services are limited locally, with most shopping, medical, and employment needs met by longer drives to larger centres such as Creston, Crawford Bay/Gray Creek services, and Nelson (regional hub). Cell coverage and winter road conditions can be variable, which can affect tenant and buyer profiles.

Amenities are primarily outdoor and tourism-based (lake activities, hiking, cycling, and nearby marinas/points of access). There are no major schools within Kuskanook itself; families typically rely on schools in surrounding communities within School District 8 (Kootenay Lake), making it less of a school-driven market and more of a second-home/retirement market. Transit is limited to non-urban regional services and private vehicles are the norm. Real estate trends tend to be more volatile than city markets: demand spikes during low-inventory periods and when lakefront lifestyle demand rises, while higher rates can slow sales. Investment performance is generally stronger for short-term/seasonal rentals in peak summer months, with long-term rental demand thinner and more price-sensitive due to the small local employment base and rural location.

Market pulse

Kuskanook currently has 8 active listings with a median asking price of $397,500 and an average of $408/sqft, pointing to a relatively small, price-sensitive market where value varies notably by property. Homes are averaging 82 days on market, suggesting buyers have some negotiating room and time to compare options, while 3 new listings in the past 30 days indicate fresh supply is still coming online for those watching for opportunities.

Frequently asked questions about Kuskanook

What is the average home price in Kuskanook?

The median asking price in Kuskanook is $397,500, across 8 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $571,125. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Kuskanook?

There are 8 active MLS® listings in Kuskanook as of August 12, 2026. 3 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Kuskanook?

Homes currently listed in Kuskanook have been on the market an average of 87 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.

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