When locals talk about "Extension" they refer to a small area southwest of Chase River, hidden away in a little valley. This was the site of a bustling coal town at the beginning of the 20th century.
But the real estate board uses the name to refer to a much larger area running south and including South Wellington, across the Nanaimo River to Cassidy and the Nanaimo airport.
Many people choose Extension (and South Wellington, and Cassidy) for the quiet lifestyle and the ability to get more land for the price - all within close range of the city. Others are the born'n'raised type who have good roots and great memories in these little communities.
Single Family
2745 Nanaimo River Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #460593
Finish The Dream!! Life Has Changed For The Seller And They Want To Pass On This Magnificent Pioneer Log Home To Someone Looking For The Home They Can Truly Call Their Own. It Is Located On 32 Acres Of Riverfront Property, 15 Min Off The Island Highway And ...
Single Family
2087 Plecas Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #451376
One Of A Kind Rural Gated 4540 Sqft Home With 982 Sqft Guest House & 2500 Sqft Shop. Fabulous Mountain And Valley Views, Very Private With 2 Free Standing Garages (one Double, One Single), Paved Driveway And Yard, Plenty Of Water And A Separate Pond, Fenced...
Single Family
2600 South Forks Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #457843
Nature-lover's Dream Estate Located On 5.86 Beautifully Wooded Acres In A Rural Setting Only Minutes From Downtown Nanaimo. This Property Includes A 3 Bedroom Family Home, A Garage/shop With Loft And A 2 Bedroom Private Rancher. Upon Entry Into The Almost 3...
Single Family
2097 Plecas Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #451431
One Of A Kind Property Located On A Hilltop On A Very Private, Gated 5 Acre Property. 4223 Sqft Brand To Be Built New Top Quality Home With Suite (potential Rent $1000) Per Month, No Gst, Plus, 3000 Sqft Industrial Shop With 400 Amp Electrical And A/c, Rent...
Single Family
2560 South Forks Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #459963
Privacy, Peaceful, Picturesque. This Exquisite Property With 5.337 Acres Has Everything You Need Only 10 Minutes From The City Of Nanaimo. Built In 2005, This 3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom 2486 Sq Ft Rancher Home Has Been Beautifully Looked After And Maintained. Oa...
Lots/Acreage
Lt A Colwell Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #458737
With Land In Short Supply And High Demand Here Is A Chance To Acquire A Great Piece Of Holding Or Development Property With Potential For Subdivision Into 10 - 5 Acre Parcels. Blanket Easement In Place Over Adjacent Property To Also Provide For Future Acces...
Single Family
3105 Frost Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #458330
If The Idea Of Living In The Country And Farming Your Own Land Appeals To You, Then This 21 Acre Parcel Of Land With An Established 4+ Acre Blueberry Farm And 4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom 1976 Sqft Could Be The Paradise You Are Looking For. The Home Was Built In 20...
Single Family
395 Virostko Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #456052
Quality Custom Home. 1997 Sq Ft 3 Bedroom Home With A 783 Sq Ft 2 Bedroom Legal Suite Above Garage. 2+ Acres On City Water Minutes From Town And Numerous Amenities And Schools. An Abundance Of Hiking And Biking Trails Right Outside Your Door. Spacious Main ...
Single Family
2330 Godfrey Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #461536
Exquisite Lakefront Acreage ~ Almost 17 Acres Of Natural Beauty On The Shores Of Harewood Lake, This West Coast Home Has 2 Bedrooms Plus A Loft That Could Serve As A Third Bedroom. Vaulted Ceilings Throughout And Plenty Of Windows Let In The Natural Light, ...
Lots/Acreage
Lot 4 Nanaimo River Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #456734
With Almost 600 Feet Of Tranquil Riverfront, A White Sand Beach And Just Under 16 Acres Of Lush Forest Surrounding You, Here Lies A Golden Opportunity To Build A Dream Home On The Kind Of Property You Will Be Delighted To Come Home Home To! A Gated Communit...
Single Family
1695 Creekwood Place, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #459249
- - Spectacular Opportunity To Own A 1.425 Acre Property On A River! - - This Home Has Seen Some Updates - Incl Partial Wainscoting Throughout The Home. Enjoy The Abundance Of Natural Light W/ All The Windows Plus The Well-lit Home From The Track Lighting A...
Lots/Acreage
2097 Plecas Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #460875
Unique Secluded View Acreage With 3,000 Sqft Industrial Shop With 400 Amp Service And A/c (currently Leased For $3,000 Per Month), Tons Of Water, Updated Septic, Electronic Gate Entry, Paved Driveway, This Is A One Of A Kind Hilltop Property With Fabulous M...
A hundred years ago, residents of Extension might have laughed about the possibility of their town being considered merely a neighbourhood of the rival township of Nanaimo. But when the mines closed, Extension was virtually abandoned by the thousands of workers who had made it a bustling community.
Along bus routes? Yes.
Nearby parks: Extension Ridge, Morden Colliery Park, Nanaimo River
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