1964 Parker Drive, Merritt: A View-Side Pool Home on The Bench

Bailee Allen
October 7, 2025

Imagine summer sunsets on the covered balcony while the kids cannonball into your inground pool, and then wrapping the evening with a quick session in your indoor sauna. This is life at 1964 Parker Drive on Merritt’s sought-after Bench. It’s a rare combo here: view-side position, over 3,000 sq. ft., a pool + sauna, and suite potential on a generous city lot—priced to move after a recent reduction.

Property Overview

  • Address: 1964 Parker Drive, Merritt (Bench neighbourhood)
  • Price: $749,900
  • Size: 3,006 sq. ft. | 4 beds | 3 baths (2 full + 1 half)
  • Lot: ~0.27 acre (11,762 sq. ft.)
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Type/Style: House, Split-Entry
  • MLS®: 10359697

Walkthrough

Entry & Main Level:
Step into a bright split-entry foyer, then up to a main level designed for gathering: a living/dining zone sized for real furniture and real life (open feels, but with defined rooms for sound control), and a kitchen with a central island. From here, head outdoors to that covered balcony and watch the sky go pink over the valley.

Bedrooms & Baths:
The main level hosts the primary suite with ensuite, plus additional bedrooms sized for teens, guests, or a home office. Two full baths on this level keep mornings moving.

Ground-Level Basement:
Downstairs is where options open up: large rec room, bedroom, laundry, utility, and a 3-pc bath—with suite potential.

Upgrades:
Central A/C and enhanced air filtration for cleaner, cooler air when the valley gets dusty or smoky.

Lot, Site & Outdoor Features

  • Lot size: ~0.27 acre (11,762 sq. ft.) on the Bench.
  • Outdoor living: Fenced pool area (inground, outdoor) for summer fun; covered balcony for year-round sunset views.
  • Yard: Beautifully maintained front & back yards. Space for lawn games, pets, and raised beds.
  • Views: City + mountain + valley.
  • Parking: Attached double garage, total parking ~5.

Neighborhood & Location Appeal

The Bench: A favourite hillside area with big views and a friendly, established feel.

Technical & Practical Details

  • Structure/Style: Split-entry, built 1977, ~3,006 sq. ft.
  • HVAC: Forced-air heating, central A/C (+ enhanced filtration).
  • Roof/Exterior: Asphalt-shingle roof.
  • Utilities: Municipal water/sewer; electricity, natural gas, cable, telephone.
  • Pool/Sauna: In-ground, outdoor pool + indoor sauna.
  • Title/Zoning: Freehold; Residential zoning.

Pros, Cons & Considerations

What I love

  • View-side Bench location with city/mountain/valley vistas.
  • Pool + indoor sauna—a lifestyle you rarely find together in Merritt.
  • Big square footage and suite potential for flexibility.
  • Central A/C with enhanced filtration for comfort/air quality.

What to consider

  • 1977 construction: some buyers will plan for roof/windows updates if ages are older.
  • Pool ownership: seasonal maintenance & safety planning.
  • Suite addition: confirm zoning, building permits, egress, and parking with the City of Merritt first.

Target Buyer & Best Uses

  • Move-up families wanting space, outdoor fun, and schools nearby.
  • Multi-gen households or investors who value the suite potential.
  • Work-from-home pros who want quiet zones and inspiring views.
  • Long-term holders who see value in the Bench’s ongoing planning & investment.

Next Steps

Curious how the numbers look with your down payment, or want to confirm suite feasibility? Let’s tour it together and map out a plan!

Bailee Allen
Century 21 Moving Real Estate
Merritt, BC
250-315-9648