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Fairmont/Columbia Lake occupies the lakeside portion of Fairmont Hot Springs, situated along the western shore of Columbia Lake in the East Kootenay region. This sub-neighbourhood extends from the lake's edge westward toward Highway 93/95, encompassing the residential areas that fan out from the waterfront. The area takes its identity from its proximity to Columbia Lake, the headwaters of the Columbia River, and sits just south of the commercial core of Fairmont Hot Springs, where the famous hot springs resort anchors the community. The lakefront location provides the defining geographical feature, with properties cascading from the shoreline up gentle slopes toward the highway corridor. The housing character in Fairmont/Columbia Lake reflects the area's evolution as a recreational and resort destination, with a diverse mix that ranges from seasonal cottages and park model mobile homes to contemporary lakefront residences and multi-family developments. The neighbourhood presents a varied streetscape where older vacation properties share the landscape with newer builds and year-round homes, creating an eclectic rather than uniform feel. Lot sizes vary considerably, from compact recreational lots to more generous waterfront parcels. The current listing inventory mirrors this diversity, featuring everything from duplex configurations and townhouse rows to detached houses and apartment-style condos, averaging just under three bedrooms and spanning a wide price spectrum from modest seasonal units to premium lakefront properties. The overall atmosphere leans toward a resort community with a blend of permanent residents and recreational homeowners.

AI-authored, reviewed by Doug LeMaire, REALTOR®. General information only — not a substitute for professional advice.