For Sale by Owner
Pacific Northwest Coastal Automotive Property
Highway Frontage • Ocean Views • Live/Work Investment Opportunity
Union Bay, Vancouver Island — positioned along the scenic east coast of Vancouver Island — offers a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational automotive property with direct waterfront exposure and integrated residential living.
Located on the highly traveled Island Highway corridor, this unique commercial property combines an established automotive service operation with lifestyle-driven coastal real estate appeal — a combination increasingly sought after by owner-operators, investors, and relocation buyers from the United States and Western Canada.
Property Overview
Situated on approximately 0.55 acres with nearly 130 feet of ocean frontage, the property features a functioning two-bay automotive facility, existing customer base, and a private residence — creating a true turnkey live/work environment in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most naturally attractive regions.
The automotive facility is fully equipped for immediate operation and includes:
The attached residential component offers approximately 1,200 square feet of living space, ideal for an owner-operator, onsite management, or staff accommodation.
Strategic Pacific Northwest Location
Positioned just south of Courtenay in the Comox Valley region, the property benefits from:
The site is also located within a Tourist Commercial Development Permit Area, creating additional long-term flexibility and future upside potential for investors evaluating redevelopment, expanded commercial use, or mixed-use concepts.
Ideal Buyer Profiles
This opportunity may appeal to:
Why This Property Stands Out
Automotive properties with direct waterfront positioning are exceptionally uncommon. The combination of established business operations, residential occupancy, tourism exposure, and Pacific Northwest coastal setting creates a differentiated investment opportunity rarely available in today’s market.
Seller may consider partial vendor financing for qualified buyers, subject to approval and mutually agreed terms.
Offered For Sale
Owner retiring.
Property Location
5545 Island Highway South
Union Bay
Inquiries
For additional information or private discussions regarding the business and property:
(416) 867-5309
Located on the highly traveled Island Highway corridor, this unique commercial property combines an established automotive service operation with lifestyle-driven coastal real estate appeal — a combination increasingly sought after by owner-operators, investors, and relocation buyers from the United States and Western Canada.
Property Overview
Situated on approximately 0.55 acres with nearly 130 feet of ocean frontage, the property features a functioning two-bay automotive facility, existing customer base, and a private residence — creating a true turnkey live/work environment in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most naturally attractive regions.
The automotive facility is fully equipped for immediate operation and includes:
- Two service bays
- Two automotive hoists
- Established repeat clientele
- Excellent visibility and direct access from Island Highway 19A
- Flexible industrial light zoning
- Strong exposure to local and tourism traffic
The attached residential component offers approximately 1,200 square feet of living space, ideal for an owner-operator, onsite management, or staff accommodation.
Strategic Pacific Northwest Location
Positioned just south of Courtenay in the Comox Valley region, the property benefits from:
- Year-round tourism traffic
- Growing regional population
- Strong automotive service demand
- Coastal lifestyle appeal
- Easy access to recreation, boating, and outdoor tourism
The site is also located within a Tourist Commercial Development Permit Area, creating additional long-term flexibility and future upside potential for investors evaluating redevelopment, expanded commercial use, or mixed-use concepts.
Ideal Buyer Profiles
This opportunity may appeal to:
- Independent automotive shop owners seeking relocation
- U.S. buyers pursuing a lifestyle business in Canada
- Investors seeking highway commercial exposure
- Automotive entrepreneurs looking for a turnkey operation
- Buyers seeking combined residential and commercial ownership
- Specialty automotive, marine, RV, or performance service operators
Why This Property Stands Out
Automotive properties with direct waterfront positioning are exceptionally uncommon. The combination of established business operations, residential occupancy, tourism exposure, and Pacific Northwest coastal setting creates a differentiated investment opportunity rarely available in today’s market.
Seller may consider partial vendor financing for qualified buyers, subject to approval and mutually agreed terms.
Offered For Sale
Owner retiring.
Property Location
5545 Island Highway South
Union Bay
Inquiries
For additional information or private discussions regarding the business and property:
(416) 867-5309
Disclaimer
The information contained herein is believed to be accurate and has been obtained from sources considered reliable; however, no representations or warranties, express or implied, are made regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information provided. This offering is presented for informational purposes only and does not constitute a legally binding offer.
Prospective purchasers from both Canada and the United States are strongly encouraged to conduct their own independent investigations and professional due diligence regarding the property, business operations, financial performance, zoning, permitted uses, environmental matters, development potential, tax implications, residency or immigration considerations, and cross-border ownership requirements.
Any references to future use, redevelopment potential, tourism opportunities, investment performance, or financing availability are subject to municipal approvals, regulatory requirements, market conditions, lender approval, and other factors beyond the seller’s control.
Seller may consider partial vendor financing for qualified buyers, subject to credit review, approval, and mutually agreed terms and conditions.
All measurements, sizes, descriptions, and property details are approximate and should be independently verified by the buyer and their advisors. Availability, pricing, and terms of sale are subject to change or withdrawal without notice.
The information contained herein is believed to be accurate and has been obtained from sources considered reliable; however, no representations or warranties, express or implied, are made regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information provided. This offering is presented for informational purposes only and does not constitute a legally binding offer.
Prospective purchasers from both Canada and the United States are strongly encouraged to conduct their own independent investigations and professional due diligence regarding the property, business operations, financial performance, zoning, permitted uses, environmental matters, development potential, tax implications, residency or immigration considerations, and cross-border ownership requirements.
Any references to future use, redevelopment potential, tourism opportunities, investment performance, or financing availability are subject to municipal approvals, regulatory requirements, market conditions, lender approval, and other factors beyond the seller’s control.
Seller may consider partial vendor financing for qualified buyers, subject to credit review, approval, and mutually agreed terms and conditions.
All measurements, sizes, descriptions, and property details are approximate and should be independently verified by the buyer and their advisors. Availability, pricing, and terms of sale are subject to change or withdrawal without notice.