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
265 Needham Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #455426
They Don't Build Homes Like This Anymore! This 1940's Mid-century Home Offers 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Old Growth Fir Floors And Trim,italian Hand Crafted Coved Ceilings, And A Dry Spacious Basement. Enjoy Morning Sunrises In The Bright Kitchen, Complete With Ma...
Single Family
14 Machleary Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #455040
Charming Single-level Character Home In The Old City. This Cute & Affordable Home Is In A Super Walkable Location On A Lovely Tree-lined Heritage Street. Just A Short Walk To The Waterfront, Downtown Shops & Restaurants, Seaplanes To Vancouver, And Spectacu...
Single Family
1235 Nanaimo Lakes Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #454905
Own A Bit Of Nanaimo History. 17.5 Acres Just Outside City Limits Awaits A New Family To Care For Her. Although Maybe Over 100 Years Old, This Home Has Been Well Looked After.4 Bed/3 Baths Including A 1 Bedroom Separate Suite. Enjoy All The Classic Characte...
Single Family
1615 Venlaw Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #454350
Outstanding Opportunity, 0.70 Acre Property (subdivide - Confirm With City) Well Maintained Home Faces Pryde Vista Golf Course Fairways. Great View Of Manicured Greens With Mount Benson In The Background, Updates Include Windows Aluminum Soffits, Gas Firepl...
Single Family
349 Anderton Road, Comox, BC
MLS® #454103
Well Maintained Comox Home With 18'x20' Wired Detatched Shop On A Large .44 Acre Lot Close To Town. Enjoy Mountain Views And Ocean Glimpses From The Custom Built Kitchen With Concrete Counter Tops And Black Granite Floor. Through The Fir French Doors Connec...
Single Family
2699 Windermere Ave, Cumberland, BC
MLS® #454099
This 4 Bedroom Heritage Home Was Restored For Gracious Living. You Will Find Original Immaculate Fir Floors Throughout The Home Along With Lots Of Original Built-ins, Cozy Kitchen Nook, Updated Kitchen With Granite Counter Tops. Two Bathrooms And The One On...
Single Family
495 Albert Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #453899
Opportunity Knocks! Great Investment Property Which Is Currently Used For Rental And B & B Purposes. Property Has Enjoyed A Good Rental Return. Corner Lot, Easy Walking Distance To Parks, Heritage Mews, Downtown And Seawall. Zoned Dt8. Seller Is Leaving All...
Single Family
589 Rosehill Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #453742
Looking For A Home To Make Your Own Or An Opportunity For Greater Development??. Bring Your Ideas Or Plans To This R8 Zoned; Centrally Located Home. This 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home Has An Upgraded Furnace And Hot Water Heater (within The Last 10 Years) And Is R...
Single Family
1066 Lacon Road, Denman Island, BC
MLS® #453747
High Visibility Acreage With Historic Farmhouse Ready To Be Restored In The Heart Of Denman Island. The Flat 3.83 Acres Of Alr Land Is Suited To A Wide Variety Of Rural Pursuits. At The Junction Of Denman Rd And Lacon Rd, Almost All Traffic On The Island Wi...
Single Family
205 7th Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #453314
This Exceptional Character Home Was Raised, & A Legal Suite Built. 3 Stories Each With Washroom & Laundry. 1st Floor Used As A Hair Studio But All The Services For A Suite Are Present Incl. Elec. & Drains, Separate 60 Gal. Hot Water Tank, Meter & A Separate...
Single Family
430 Victoria Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #452995
Exceptional Character Home Private Setting, Ocean Views From Second Fl Master With Large Bdrm, Living, Ensuite, Cupboards Galore. Main Floor Substantial Eat In Kitchen Large Walk-in Pantry Adjoining Sunny Family Room W Air Tight Wood Stove. Lrg Updated Vint...
Single Family
3082 Drinkwater Road, Duncan, BC
MLS® #452932
Endless Opportunity From This In Town Acreage. Between The Trees, Through The Gate, And Past The Lavender Field, This Beautiful Character Home Welcomes You Into Your Own 1.14 Acre Personal Paradise. As You Enter Into The Home You Will Notice The Charm, Hist...
Single Family
602 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #452645
Here Is A Fantastic Character Home With The Square Footage, Style And Ocean View That You Have Been Waiting For. The Main Floor Has New Laminate Flooring, Covered Ceilings, An Updated Kitchen, New Appliances And A Huge Deck That Takes In Excellent Views Tow...
Single Family
1015 Holmes Street, Duncan, BC
MLS® #452257
This Must See 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Heritage Home Is Located In One Of Duncan's Most Desirable Areas. The Owners Have Made Many Updates Over The Years But Have Preserved The Classic Charm. The Grand Entrance Welcomes You With Over 300 Sq/ft Of Covered Area With...
Single Family
2660 Stewart Ave, Courtenay, BC
MLS® #451609
Beautiful Turn Of The Century Home Offers The Charm And Character Of 1921. Walk Up Onto The Large Covered Veranda And Enter The Warm Inviting Living Room With A Rock Faced Fireplace. The Floors Are Original Hardwood Throughout Most Of The Home And The 9' Ce...
Single Family
406 Cypress Road, Qualicum Beach, BC
MLS® #450555
This Beautifully Maintained Character Home Is Located Within A Short Walk Of The Famous Judges Row Sandy Beach, The Heritage Forest Park & The Village. All Updates Have Kept The Home Authentic To Its Generation With Fir Floors, Coved Ceilings & Beautiful Mi...
Single Family
1033 Herd Road, Duncan, BC
MLS® #425013
Historical Significance - Site Of The First Agricultural Show In Cowichan In 1869 (later And Presently Known As The Cowichan Exhibition Fair). Further Historical Significance - The Designer/builder In 1922 Was Douglas James Who Practised Architecture In The...
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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