Quadra Island

Quadra Island, British Columbia, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Quadra Island is $919,000, across 33 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 159 days.

5 new listings came to market in Quadra Island in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $684 per square foot, based on the 22 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in Quadra Island are listed at an average of $1,937,900 across 19 active listings.

Vacant land in Quadra Island are listed at an average of $1,334,322 across 9 active listings.

About Quadra Island

Quadra Island is a rural, ocean-oriented community just off Campbell River, centered around Quathiaski Cove and the island’s small commercial nodes (including Heriot Bay and the refinery/wharf areas). Housing is largely single-family homes, cabins, and acreage properties with pockets of newer builds and seasonal/vacation inventory. The neighbourhood draws retirees, remote workers, trades and marine-industry households, and part-time residents, with demand driven by lifestyle (beaches, hiking, kayaking), relative privacy, and ferry access to Vancouver Island.

Key amenities include basic groceries and services around Quathiaski Cove, local cafés and farm stands, marinas, trail networks, and access to outdoor recreation such as Rebecca Spit and nearby provincial parks. Schools are limited on-island (elementary options and small community programs), with many families relying on services in Campbell River for expanded schooling, healthcare, and major retail. Transit is minimal and car-dependence is high; BC Ferries provides frequent connections to Campbell River, which supports commuter and contractor rental demand. Real estate trends are shaped by constrained supply, waterfront/acreage scarcity, and second-home activity; the market can be more volatile than urban centres, with pricing sensitive to interest rates and the discretionary nature of vacation-home demand, while long-term rental supply remains tight and tends to support steady rents.

Market pulse

Quadra Island is currently showing limited market data, which suggests low listing volume and fewer recent transactions to benchmark pricing and demand. For buyers, this can mean less competition but a need for patience and flexibility as suitable inventory appears, while investors should expect valuation and timing to be more sensitive to individual property attributes until more comparable sales and active listings provide clearer direction.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Bike Score 22

Frequently asked questions about Quadra Island

What is the average home price in Quadra Island?

The median asking price in Quadra Island is $919,000, across 33 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $1,969,182. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Quadra Island?

There are 33 active MLS® listings in Quadra Island as of August 12, 2026. 5 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Quadra Island?

Homes currently listed in Quadra Island have been on the market an average of 159 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.

What types of homes are for sale in Quadra Island?

Of the 33 homes currently listed in Quadra Island, 58% detached houses, 27% vacant land, 3% commercial properties.

Is Quadra Island walkable?

Quadra Island has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — almost all errands require a car. Bike Score is 22.

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