Property Overview: 19 Silver Pines Court, Bridgwater Trails

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This two-storey home, built in 2020, presents a modern, low-maintenance living opportunity in the popular Bridgwater Trails neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in a combination of new construction benefits and a generous, premium-sized lot. At over 12,300 square feet, the land area is notably larger than most, ranking in the top 4% of the immediate neighbourhood and top 3% city-wide. This offers significant outdoor space and future potential that is increasingly rare in newer communities.

The home itself features 1,671 sqft of living space, a functional layout for family life, and includes a full, unfinished basement—a blank canvas for future expansion. A detached garage provides additional storage or workshop flexibility. While the interior remains as-built since 2020, it offers a move-in-ready condition without the wear of an older home.

This property is ideally suited for two types of buyers: first, growing families or professionals seeking a modern home in a master-planned community with the advantage of a large yard for children, gardening, or outdoor entertaining. Second, it appeals to value-oriented buyers or investors who recognize the long-term worth of a large lot in a newer area, viewing the unfinished basement not as a drawback but as strategic equity to be built through future customization.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value compare to the likely asking or market price?
The provided assessed value is a municipal figure for tax purposes and is typically lower than current market value. It should be used as one data point among others, like recent comparable sales, to determine a fair offer price.

2. The basement is unfinished. What would be involved in renovating it?
Renovating the basement would require framing walls, installing insulation, electrical and plumbing rough-ins (if adding a bathroom or wet bar), drywall, flooring, and finishing. This is a significant project but allows you to customize the space to your exact needs, potentially adding a recreation room, home office, or additional bedroom.

3. The home is relatively new (2020). Are there any builder warranties still in effect?
Newer homes often come with a Tarion-style new home warranty, which typically covers major structural elements for 7 years. A key due diligence step would be to confirm any transferable warranty coverage remaining with the builder.

4. The lot size is a major feature. Are there any restrictions on how the yard can be used?
While large, lots in newer subdivisions like Bridgwater Trails often have specific bylaws or community guidelines regarding fencing height, shed placement, tree removal, and even exterior paint colours. It’s important to review these before planning major landscaping or additions.

5. The sold price from 2020 seems much lower. Is this relevant today?
The 2020 sale price reflects the original purchase from the builder and the market conditions at that time. It is not a relevant indicator of today’s value, which is influenced by several years of market movement, the established community, and current supply and demand.