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.
Land
Riverbend Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #840782
Spectacular Riverfront Acreage-over 40 Acres Of Spectacular Property On The Mighty Nanaimo River. Awesome Vistas, Hiking Trails And Access To The Best Swimming Holes On The River. A Combination Of Residential And Rural Zoning Affords Homesites, Industrial D...
Single Family Detached
2745 Nanaimo River Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #824194
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 Detached
2600 South Forks Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #844088
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 Detached
3105 Frost Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #838337
Beautiful 21 Acre Property That Has Excellent Soil With 5 Acres Of 35 Year Old Blueberry Plants In Six Different Varieties; Half Of The Crop Is Bluecrop With The Balance Of The Crop A Mix Of Blueray, Dixie, Northlands,pembertons And Early Blues. The Fields ...
Single Family Detached
2087 Plecas Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #807469
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 Detached
1280 Scotchtown Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #843901
Rare Opportunity To Own A Spectacular Acreage With Income Potential In Quiet South Wellington. This Scenic And Entirely Usable 2+ Acre Property Is Ideal For A Retreat Centre, Hobby Farm, B&b Or Family Compound, And Offers Well-kept Grounds, And Mature Fruit...
Single Family Detached
1716 Vowels Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #842057
Riverfront Rancher, Insulated Concrete Form Built! Radiant In-floor Heating, Solar Power, Wood Boiler. Completely Off Grid Home Save Thousands Per Year! Well Yields Over 20 Gallons Per Minute. Sun Filled Patio, Area To Build A Massive Shop/coach House. The ...
Land
2300 Extension Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #840926
Five Acre Development Property Located Within The City Of Nanaimo And The Burgeoning Cinnabar Valley Neighbourhood With Residential Developments All Around. Properties Of This Size Within The City Are Becoming Harder And Harder To Find. Schools, Shopping An...
Land
Lot 4 Nanaimo River Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #817434
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 Detached
2100 Plecas Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #839234
First Time Offered To Purchase!!! Stunning Country Charmer In A Quiet Hidden Valley That Is One Of The Last Examples Of Country Living At Its Finest. Nestled On The Hillside Overlooking The Valley, Endless Trails Await Leading Back Into The Wilderness. So M...
Single Family Detached
2125 Caledonia Ave, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #841131
Welcome To Your New Home. Don't Miss This Custom Built 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Rancher On A Lovely Landscaped Lot With Some Views Out To The Mountains From The Backyard. Located In In A Serene, Scenic Neighbourhood On The Southern Edge Of Nanaimo, You'll Find...
Single Family Detached
1481 Extension Rd, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #843240
This Lovely Large 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home Has Had Many Updates. As You Walk Into The Entry, The Large Living Room Is On The Right With A Cozy Fireplace, Opening To The Kitchen W Island. There Are 4 Bedrooms Upstairs, An Ensuite Off The Master And Plenty Of L...
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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