For buyers who love "character homes", Nanaimo offers huge opportunities. A lot of old-growth forest was being harvested and processed when these homes were built, which means that the highest-quality lumber was available. The result is that old homes in Nanaimo were built with good materials - and with the builders' costs being low, they were able to invest in other areas of the construction, such as interior features and grand porches. See below for my curated list of character homes currently for sale.
If you're selling your old home in the Nanaimo area, I'd love to help you get the price your home deserves. My home was built in 1912 and I can't imagine selling it to a buyer who doesn't appreciate its unique qualities! If you want my help, please contact me.
A final note - some of the homes below have only a degree of original features remaining. I've included those anyway!
Single Family
461 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #467465
Stately Character Home In Nanaimo's Old City Quarter With Some Ocean Views, An Inviting Back Yard And A Flexible Zoning Of Dt8. With Over 3,000 Sq Foot Of Space This Home Is Sure To Impress With Its Modern Amenities & Updates While Maintaining The Stunning ...
Single Family
733 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #467396
Welcome To This Beautifully Restored Heritage Home! Built Around 1912 This Classic Home Has Undergone An Extensive Renovation And Has Been Tastefully Decorated As Well! A Perfect Combination Of Heritage Architecture With A Modern Flare. The Level Entry Desi...
Single Family
515 Stewart Ave, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #467330
Charming 3 Bedroom, 1702sf Character Home With Extensive Updates, Beautiful Landscaping, And Newer Detached Shop. Recently Painted Wood Cladding, A Picturesque Fenced Back Yard With Rockeries, Interlocking Brick Patio, All Enjoying The Warmth Of A Sunny Sou...
Single Family
9881 Cedar Street, Chemainus, BC
MLS® #467298
This Updated 3 Bd, 2 Ba 2349 Sqft. Character Home Is Located In The Lovely Town Of Chemainus. Main Level Living With A Cozy Living Room With Re-finished Original Fir Hardwood Floors And Coved Ceilings, A Bedroom, 4pc Ba, Master Bedroom And The Spacious Kitc...
Single Family
2962 Arbutus Street, Chemainus, BC
MLS® #467271
This 4 Bdrm, 3 Bath Character Home Exudes Charm Throughout. On The Main Level You'll Find A Beautiful,bright Bedroom, A Large Bathroom With Fully Updated Fixtures, A Kitchenette (or Rec Room Complete With Wet Bar) As Well As A Gorgeous Living Room, Formal D...
Single Family
710 Arbutus Ave, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #467022
Classic Character Home In One Of The More Prestigious Areas Of Central Nanaimo. This Beautiful Home Has Been Fully Updated And Renovated. Featuring A Great New Kitchen With Recycle And Compost System, Roll Out Drawers And New Appliances. New Flooring, New B...
Single Family
498 Country Club Drive, Qualicum Beach, BC
MLS® #466832
Charming Qualicum Rancher Plus A Guest Cottage Overlooking The 18th Hole At Eaglecrest Golf Course. Originally Part Of The Eaglecrest Farm This Property Is Filled With Charm & History. The Main Home Has 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Original Wood Floors & Rock Firepl...
Single Family
456 Milton Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #466774
Attention Developers And Investors!! This Beautiful Property Is Zoned For A Fourplex With The Potential For More Units. Sitting Near The Heart Of Downtown Nanaimo, This 1/4 Acre Lot Features Ally Access As Well As Parking On Milton Street. A Building On The...
Single Family
488 5th Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #466117
Situated On A 12,000 Sq Foot Level Corner Lot With Mature Fruit And Walnut Trees, This Old-timer Is Ready To Serve A New Owner. Zoning Allows For A Carriage Home And The City Is Open To Higher Density Use (with Rezoning). South Exposure Makes This A Light-f...
Single Family
1046 Chase River Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #464851
Beautiful Character Home On A Large Lot With An Amazing Shop. The 4 Bedroom Home Has Been Meticulously Maintained And Nicely Updated By The Current Owners. The Main Level Has A Large Kitchen With Ample Cupboard Space And An Eating Island. An Attractive Bric...
Single Family
1834 Stamps Road, Duncan, BC
MLS® #464607
Nestled On The Shores Of Quamichan Lake In The Cowichan Valley And Steeped In History, The "lakehouse" Circa 1929 Has Been Transformed Into An A First Class Equestrian Estate. Privacy And Quiet Enjoyment Awaits Down The Long Drive Leading To The 4101 Sq Ft ...
Single Family
522 Vancouver Ave, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #464578
Here Is A True Nanaimo Classic In Ever Poplar Vancouver Ave. A Short Walk To The Famous Seawall And Nanaimo's Marinas. This Well Built Beauty Was Built In 1937 And Has Been Maintained And Updated. Gorgeous Oak Flooring, Leaded French Doors And Many Light Fi...
Single Family
2525 Departure Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #464322
Departure Bay - Private .82 Ac Estate-like Property - Subdividable This Very Rare Mature Manicured Property Offers Complete Privacy With Beautiful Gardens And Large Trees And Is Located In A Central Location Within Walking Distance To Brooks Landing Shoppin...
Single Family
9351 Chemainus Road, Chemainus, BC
MLS® #463758
Charm And Grace. Unleash Your Artisan Talents In This Inspiring Abode. Exhausting Day At Work? Retreat To Your Upstairs Master Bedroom For A Peaceful Night's Rest. Your Lower Floor Could Be A Great Study/sleep Area For Your Teen Or De-evolutionize It Into A...
Single Family
403 Victoria Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #463261
Ocean View Character Home In The Old City Quarter. Behind A Huge Holly Privacy Hedge, This 3 Story Home Is Ready To Be Yours. Plenty Of Space For Everyone With 4 Bedrooms & 2.5 Bathrooms. Many Updates Over The Years Including Thermopane Windows & Natural Ga...
Single Family
5511 Island Hwy, Union Bay, BC
MLS® #460680
Restore Historical Lavender House To Its Original Beauty! This Property Is Right Across From The Union Bay Boat Launch And Has Unobstructed Ocean Views That Include Tree Island And Denman Island. Property Is Zoned For A Secondary Dwelling Or Carriage House....
Single Family
1170 21st Street, Courtenay, BC
MLS® #460603
"character Home In Courtenay." This Beautiful Three Level Home With Original Fir Flooring Is A Pleasure To Walk Through. Built In 1920 And May Have Been A School House At Some Point In Its Life. There Are 5 Bedrooms Two Up, Master On The Main With Cheater E...
Single Family
931 Williams Beach Road, Merville, BC
MLS® #458233
Idyllic 43.8 Acre Farm In Merville. Anchored By A Four Bedroom, Two Bathroom 1955 Sq Ft Farmhouse, The Property Includes Multiple Farm Outbuildings, A Separate Studio, And A Converted Bus For Summer Guests. Achieving Certified Organic Status In 2010, The Pr...
Note: There is an official "heritage building" designation recognized by the City of Nanaimo. The discussion and heritage properties listed on this page do not necessarily match the requirements set out by the City.
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