From grassland ranches near Kamloops to irrigated benches around the Shuswap,
the Thompson–Shuswap region offers a wide mix of ALR parcels, hobby farms and working cattle
operations. Jump into the city pages below for live MLS® feeds, or use the map to evaluate access, water,
soils and topography across each valley.
DEVELOPERS ALERT!!! Prime 4.32 acre property. Property is zoned R14 matching the official community plan as medium density residential with potential for residential development, R14 allows 16 units per acre potential for a total of 69 homes. With new Government housing and zoning rules and incentives to create more housing, this property has loads of opportunity. All city services available. This property will have very low offsite costs and cost effective access to services. This is truly one of the nicest areas in Salmon Arm and surrounded by all the amenities. The property is mostly flat and ideal to build on. Salmon Arm is one of the fastest growing communities in BC. Give me a call for a look or more details before it's gone. (id:2493)More details
Located in the heart of the beautiful Salmon Valley, this 80-acre recreational property is just 15 minutes from Salmon Arm and less than 5 minutes to the Silver Creek General Store. It’s a peaceful, treed parced with water rights, and a gravity-fed well already in place. Access comes via an undeveloped right of way, offering privacy and a true off-grid feel. Not in the ALR, this land is loaded with potential — whether you’re looking for a quiet retreat, a recreational escape, or a long term investment. A rare opportunity to own a beautiful, untouched piece of the Shuswap (id:2493)More details
Welcome to your private playground in the Tranquille Valley. Set on 28 acres with the Tranquille River running through the property and a seasonal waterfall visible from the deck, this 2-year-old true rancher was built with no expense spared. The home offers 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a heated 2-car garage, soaring ceilings, concrete floors with hot water in-floor heat, a cozy fireplace, Wi-Fi–capable appliances, and custom blinds. This is a dream for outdoor enthusiasts: ATV, snowmobile, and horse access to Red Plateau, Crown land on two sides, and endless trails right from your door. A 30 GPM well, 200-amp service, propane backup generator, and powered sea can add year-round convenience and peace of mind, plus Starlink internet keeps you connected. (id:2493)More details
2 South facing homes on 2.13 acres of approx. 330 ft of pristine Shuswap lakefront with a huge garage/shop. This stunning property offers a rare blend of privacy, comfort & natural beauty in a serene waterfront setting. The contemporary hillside home is a reverse 2 story with a fully finished W/O basement, designed to maximize panoramic lake & mountain views. Large windows, expansive decks, & multiple outdoor living areas, including 3 patios, provide seamless indoor-outdoor living. Beautifully landscaped with stonework, mature trees, & terraced walls. The main level, accessed from the driveway features granite countertops, a spacious kitchen, open concept living room with f/p, & a generous primary suite with a wood fireplace, a large ensuite with tub/shower, bidet, & great storage. Upstairs includes a bright secondary living area with skylights & 2 beds. The w/o basement adds another bed, full bath with laundry, rec/games room & wood fireplace with flexible access from inside/outside. The guest house is 769 sq.ft. & includes its own kitchen, fireplace, bedroom & baseboard heating, perfect for visitors/extended family. Includes a detached 2-storey 1,515 sq.ft. shop, attached workshop (28' x 46'9"") & a detached garage for extra parking. Lakeside, enjoy a sandy beach, dock, swim platform, buoy, newer retaining wall, lakeside fire pit, & hot tub for evenings under the stars. Located mins from Herald Park, Margaret Falls, & Sunnybrae Winery, a short drive to Blind Bay, Salmon Arm, (id:2493)More details
Beautiful 5-Bedroom Home with 2-Bedroom Suite in Bachelor Heights!Welcome to this spacious and well-maintained 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home located on a quiet cul-de-sac in desirable Bachelor Heights. The main floor features three generous bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk-in closet and 4-piece ensuite.The heart of the home is the stunning updated kitchen (2020), showcasing quartz countertops, a large island with storage on both sides, plenty of counter space, and a walk-in pantry—perfect for the home chef. Enjoy comfort year-round with a new furnace and heat pump (2025) and most windows replaced in 2020. The deck was resurfaced in 2021, ideal for relaxing or entertaining outdoors.Downstairs offers a bright 2-bedroom suite with separate entrance and laundry up and down—perfect for extended family or as a mortgage helper.Located in a family-friendly neighbourhood close to parks, schools, and amenities, this home offers both comfort and versatility.Don’t miss your chance to own this move-in-ready gem in one of Kamloops’ most sought-after areas! (id:2493)More details
Like New ""Private"" Bungalow on Kault Hill offers affordable luxury! 2 Acres of pure privacy, 4 Bedrms & 3 Full Bathrms. Tons of windows including daylight walk-out basemt. Chef inspired granite top kitchen w/6 burner gas cooktop/grille & custom hoodfan, dble wall ovens, huge island w/Bfast bar & prep sink; wine rack & storage w/wine fridge; b/i microwave; huge walk-in pantry. Dble glass French doors open to private balcony deck. Lg Master w/i closet & Full ensuite with claw foot soaker tub, tiled walk-in shower & custom vanity & heated tile floor. Main floor laundry. Self contained day light in-law suite w/2 Bedrms, Separte entry, Sep laundry & parking area; Lg Bsmt bedrm also roughed-in for Theatre Rm. Includes all appliances. Spacious 800SqFt Heated garage/shop; Lots of storage. High speed internet, u/g power from meter pole, Drilled well with records, On site septic w/Records, Prof built by quality local builder Kelvin Wellness. See the virtual tour, floor plans & more! (id:2493)More details
If you've been looking for rural living that's not too far off the beaten path, then check out this little gem of a property! It's got a home and a shop on 1.57 acres, ready, waiting, and with quick possession possible. The home is a 1992 single-wide manufactured home with an addition which provides a single car garage along with extra rooms. The main entrance opens to a convenient mud room with access to a 10' x 20' space with separate entrance that would be suitable for hobbies, a workshop, or even a home-based business. Up the steps, find the utility room, and the entrance to the main part of the home. The spacious eat-in Kitchen-Dining room opens to the Living Room which has a gas fireplace. Both rooms have large windows making them bright, and allowing enjoyment of views over the property, plus mountain, and ""peek-a-boo"" lake views. Primary Bedroom with 4 pc Ensuite and Walk-in closet is located at one end of the home, with the 2nd Bedroom (which boasts a bay window) and the main 4 pc Bathroom at the opposite end. Laundry is conveniently located just off the Kitchen hallway. Outside, in the fenced back yard, you'll find a 36' x 24' Driving Shed with separate, lockable workshop and storage areas that both have power and lights. There's plenty of room for RV parking on the lower laneway. Located a minute off the TCH for easy access (but on a no-thru road for privacy), just West of Sorrento, approximately half way between Calgary and Vancouver. (id:2493)More details
280+ Acre RANCH+DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Incredible potential located right outside of Merritt city limits. RL-1 zoning with approx 70ac in ALR with 40ac in hay 120+ tonne/yr-2cuts. (See proposed subdivision on remaining 210ac non ALR) Currently 230ac grazing . Includes 90 x 210 outdoor riding arena, corrals, livestock pens, processing yard with tub & squeeze chute system. Fully fenced property with road access comes complete with 3 tower pivot & irrigation lines, original rustic milking barn, wood shed, chicken coop with outdoor run, root cellar, 20 x 30 heated shop with mezzanine. Make a smooth transition to ranch style living on this acreage with the original 100 year old farmhouse beautifully updated complementing its serene surroundings. Rock faced natural wood fireplace adds to the inviting open concept design which features reclaimed wood flooring & accents throughout this 3+1 bed, 2 bath home. Enjoy a lovely country guest cabin where family & friends can relax with panoramic valley & mountain views. Additional benefits incl private riverfront beach, thoughtfully designed perennial gardens, established fruit trees, awesome custom built cedar greenhouse with large closed-in garden space, Bring your dreams, pets, cattle, horses, goats, pigs, chickens and more! Perfect location to include a rustic guest ranch or bed & breakfast. Contact TNRD re future subdivision development approval. 1.5hr to Chilliwack, Sun Peaks, Kelowna & 45min to Kamloops. All measuremts are approx (id:2493)More details
Incredible Development Opportunity with Stunning Mountain Views! This exceptional 1.73-acre lot in Merritt offers breathtaking panoramic mountain views and is the perfect canvas for your next project. Zoned R7, this prime piece of land is ideally suited for medium-density residential development. The zoning allows for a variety of high-intensity, pedestrian-oriented housing options, including multiple-unit apartments, townhomes, row houses, and stacked townhomes, making it an excellent investment for builders and developers. Imagine creating a vibrant, modern community in a scenic location that combines the natural beauty of Merritt's surroundings with the convenience of urban living. Whether you're envisioning upscale apartments or stylish townhomes, this lot offers the space and flexibility to bring your vision to life. GST is applicable. For more details or to explore the full potential of this lot, please contact the listing agent. (id:2493)More details
Check this excellent rolling acreage located between Kamloops and Merritt BC in the heart of the Nicola Valley and the famous Nicola Grasslands. Wonderful views from this property, particularly to the south overlooking Stump Lake. The existing 2 bedroom 2 bath home is nicely situated, however abundant homesites exist to make this property into a real signature location, with loads of privacy and terrific year-round recreational opportunities, yet close to modern conveniences. If you are looking for peace and quiet with plenty of elbow room, this may be the property for you. Current home needs a little TLC, but has loads of potential. Please see details for info on well and septic, all measurements approximate and should be confirmed if critical. Approx 10 acres of north part of the property are in the ALR, part of access road is on adjacent property. (id:2493)More details
Opportunity to own a lot with license to a premium natural spring water source. The lot is 19.31 acres & surrounded by natural creek & forest, a pristine region with little human habitation and no industry, yet only 5km from the Trans Canada Highway and all access roads are paved. The residence is a 3,728 sq.ft. log house with 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms. In addition, there is a 2-story warehouse equipped with a system that can pump water directly from the artesian well. The natural water source flows constantly all year around at around 30,000 liters per minute in the driest time of the year. The property has an artesian supply of uncommonly high quality, alkaline, mineralized water suitable for water bottling. Water license allows diverting 72,000 liters a day for bottling and distribution. (id:2493)More details
Welcome to Lot 9 in Bastionview Estates, 1 of Only Five Lots Available in Phase 2! Discover the beauty of rural living with Lot 9 in Bastionview Estates, a picturesque 2.5 acre parcel located on the peaceful outskirts of Tappen. As one of just five exclusive lots in the second phase of this sought after subdivision, Lot 9 offers the perfect blend of tranquility, space, and convenience. With Medium Holdings zoning, this property provides exceptional flexibility, ideal for building your dream home, pursuing small-scale agricultural projects, or enjoying hobby farming. Set along quiet Ford Road In, the gently sloped terrain captures expansive mountain views and is surrounded by other high-quality residential acreages, creating a serene and scenic setting. You’ll appreciate the balance of country charm and accessibility, just 10 minutes from Shuswap Lake and 20 minutes to Salmon Arm. A high-yielding drilled well is already in place, and electricity, natural gas, internet, and phone services are available right at the lot line, making this property truly ready for development. Bastionview Estates is guided by a thoughtful building scheme designed to preserve the neighborhood’s beauty and long-term value. Homes must feature a minimum of 1,250 sq.ft. of finished living area on the main floor (excluding garage), and manufactured, mobile, or tiny homes are not permitted, ensuring architectural harmony and lasting appeal throughout the community. Whether you envision a peaceful rural residence, a semi-rural retreat, or simply a beautiful place to plant roots in the Shuswap, Lot 9 offers the space, setting, and flexibility to make it happen. Don’t miss your chance to be part of Phase 2 at Bastionview Estates. Contact us today to learn more or schedule your private viewing. (id:2493)More details
What farm types are common in the Thompson–Shuswap?
Cow-calf and mixed livestock ranches near Kamloops, plus hay/pasture, hobby and equestrian acreages around the Shuswap lakes and valleys.
Is most rural land in the ALR?
Large areas are ALR-designated, but zoning varies by district. Always verify ALR status and local bylaws for your intended use.
How do I verify water rights and irrigation?
Request well logs and recent flow tests, confirm surface water licences, and inspect distribution systems to fields, paddocks and gardens.
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