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
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
494 Haliburton Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #464602
Development Potential: Flexible R5 Zoning - Up To 4 Unit Residential With Lane Access. Cozy 3 Bedroom Character House With Ocean And Mountain Views Walking Distance To Downtown. Absolutely Brimming With Potential, The Main Floor Of This House Is Just Under ...
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. A Unique Opportunity To Own This Very Rare Mature Manicured Property That Offers Complete Privacy With Beautiful Gardens And Large Trees And Is Located In A Central Location Within Walking ...
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
537 Prideaux Street, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #463260
Bring Your Building Plans!! R15 Zoning (old City Medium Density Residential) Allows For A Carriage Home, Duplex Or Fourplex!! This Tastefully Updated Home Boasts Character And Charm. An Upgraded Kitchen, 2 Bdrms, Bathroom And Laundry Room On The Main Plus A...
Single Family
2939 Esplanade Street, Chemainus, BC
MLS® #463072
Remarkable 1935 3400 Square Foot Home Oozing With Character And Charm. This Ocean Front Home In A Very Central Chemainus Location Has Spectacular Ocean, Mountain And Island Views. Master Bedroom, Living Room And Foyer Have Stained Glass Windows. This Loving...
Single Family
98 Victoria Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #461883
1901 Ocean View Victorian Heritage(mcrae Residence) Home Here Is A Rare Opportunity To Own This Victorian Heritage Home For Those Looking For A Unique Residence Loaded With Curb Appeal In Downtown Nanaimo With Carriage Home Potential. Offering Ocean Views F...
Single Family
2741 Windermere Ave, Cumberland, BC
MLS® #461645
Have You Been Looking For A Place In Cumberland That You Want To Make Your Own? Stop Right Here! Built In 1901 This 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Home Is Waiting For Someone To Make It New Again. Main Entry Living With All Three Bedrooms Up, With An Under-height Basemen...
Single Family
9900 Maple Street, Chemainus, BC
MLS® #460789
Location, Potential, Location, History, Location, And Charm! Just Steps To Kinsmen Beach Park And Only A Block From The Fabulous Dining And Shopping Of The Old City, This First Of The 7 Sisters Houses Was Built To Last And Just Needs Your Vision To Bring It...
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
2891 8th Ave, Port Alberni, BC
MLS® #459988
1936 Character Home With Updates. Home Has Original Styling And Spectacular Mountain View. This 4 Bedroom Home Is On A Large Corner Lot With Basement With Bedroom, Workshop, And 1/2 Bath. Kitchen And Bathroom Have Been Updated With A Classic Decor. Great De...
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...
Single Family
72 Park Road, Lake Cowichan, BC
MLS® #455951
Gorgeous Riverfront Home With Access To 32 Km Of Lakefront! Bright And Sunny Near The Mouth Of The Cowichan River On An Awesome Road With Lovely Homes On Huge Lots With An Easy Walk Into Town. This 0.69 Acre Property Has Great Rental Income. This Huge Home ...
Single Family
800 Garnett Road, Cobble Hill, BC
MLS® #454177
Resting On 7.29 Acres Overlooking Cherry Point Beach, Salt Spring Island & Mt. Baker, This Impressive Ocean Front Estate Will Enchant You. The Circular Drive Lined By Level Pastures, Plentiful Flower, Fruit & Vegetable Gardens, 45 Fruit Trees & Creek Leads ...
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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