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 ...
Lots/Acreage
Riverbend Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #463488
Spectacular Riverfront Acreage. Over 40 Acre Parcel On The Mighty Nanaimo River. Awesome Vistas, Hiking Trails And Access To Summer Swimming. Remarkable Sheer Bluffs Lend Themselves To Rock Climbing Adventure. Seller Estimates Approximately 600,000 Cubic Ya...
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
3105 Frost Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #458330
Amazing Opportunity To Purchase An Existing Blueberry Farm With 4.5 Acres Of Established Blueberry Plants, Of Multiple Different Varieties. Add To The Remainder Of The 21 Acres With A Craft Cannabis Growing Facility, The Private Location With Surrounding Ac...
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
1280 Scotchtown Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #463859
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, Mature Fruit Tre...
Single Family
395 Virostko Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #456052
New Custom Built 2780 Sq Ft Home With Legal Suite Above Garage. 2+ Acres On City Water, Zoned Rs2 For 2 Houses Or House/shop With Suite In Each. Minutes From Town, Airport And Ferry. An Abundance Of Hiking And Biking Trails Right Outside Your Door. Spacious...
Lots/Acreage
2300 Extension Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #463480
Five Acre Development Site. Here's A Property That's Definitely Worth A Look As Cinnabar Valley Grows Into A Larger Residential Community. Within The City With Municipal Water Lines Running Right Down Extension Road
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...
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,very Nice Pastoral Fields And Ponds, This Is A One Of A K...
Single Family
2955 Extension Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #462681
This Beautiful Log Home Set On 2.569 Acres Offers A Rural Setting Beside A Park Yet Is Just Minutes From Amenities. Inside, A Stunning Great Room Features Custom Rock Work Around The Woodstove Insert Extending To The Ceiling High Above. The Kitchen Boasts A...
Single Family
1731 Benham Road, Nanaimo, BC
MLS® #463832
Opportunity Knocks With This Lovely Level 5.55 Acres In The Agricultural Land Reserve (alr) Ideal For Agricultural Business. The Main House Is A Two Bedroom, One Bath With Large 27 X 26 Deck For Relaxing On Those Long Summer Nights. This Original Farm House...
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
Back to list of Nanaimo neighbourhoods
VIREB IDX Reciprocity listings are displayed in accordance with VIREB's broker reciprocity Agreement and are copyright © the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board. The above information is from sources deemed reliable but it should not be relied upon without independent verification.
