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Nanaimo,BC V9R 3P6
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,336 sqft
Price per Sqft $467
MLS Listing ID 1010531
Style Main Level Entry with Lower Level(s)
Bedrooms 3
Rental Info Unrestricted
Year Built 1950
Annual Tax Amount $3,987
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 9,147 Sqft
Acres 0.21
Property Sub-Type Single Family Detached
Property Description
Move-In Ready University District Gem with Investment Potential! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends vintage character with modern comfort on a nearly 9,000 sqft COR1-zoned lot—ideal for first-time buyers, students, or investors. Offering quick possession, it's perfect as a student rental, family home, or long-term holding with future development potential. The bright main level features 2 bedrooms, a full bath, cozy living room, and updated kitchen with classic 1950s details. Downstairs adds a spacious bedroom or office, updated bath, and a partially finished basement with separate access—possible Air B&B (buyer to verify). Recent upgrades include vinyl windows, a high-efficiency gas furnace (2022), hot water tank (2025), fence, and dishwasher (2025). Enjoy Mount Benson views from the west-facing yard with alley access for parking or future carriage home. Close to VIU, parks, transit, and shopping—an exceptional opportunity in a growing neighbourhood.
Location
Province BC
County Nanaimo, City Of
Area Na University District
Zoning COR 1
Rooms
Basement Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,With Windows
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Kitchen 1
Interior
Interior Features Breakfast Nook,Ceiling Fan(s),Eating Area,Soaker Tub,Storage
Heating Forced Air,Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Laminate,Tile
Equipment Sump Pump
Window Features Blinds,Screens,Skylight(s),Vinyl Frames
Appliance Dishwasher,F/S/W/D,Microwave,Oven/Range Gas
Heat Source Forced Air,Natural Gas
Laundry In Unit
Exterior
Exterior Feature Fencing: Full
Parking Features Driveway,Open
Utilities Available Compost,Electricity To Lot,Garbage,Natural Gas Available,Recycling
View Y/N Yes
View Mountain(s)
Roof Type Asphalt Shingle
Total Parking Spaces 2
Building
Lot Description Central Location,Easy Access,Level,No Through Road,Quiet Area,Recreation Nearby,Rectangular Lot,Serviced,Shopping Nearby,Southern Exposure
Building Description Frame Wood,Insulation: Ceiling,Insulation: Walls,Stucco, Basement,Transit Nearby
Faces East
Foundation Poured Concrete
Sewer Sewer Connected
Water Municipal
Additional Building None
Structure Type Frame Wood,Insulation: Ceiling,Insulation: Walls,Stucco
Others
Pets Allowed Yes
Tax ID 005-496-501
Ownership Freehold
Pets Allowed Aquariums,Birds,Caged Mammals,Cats,Dogs
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