Description
Welcome to 565 Nova Street in the heart of South Nanaimo, a well-established neighbourhood offering convenience, community, and strong investment potential. This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with a fully self-contained 2-bed, 1-bath basement suite sits on a desirable corner lot with R5 zoning, ideal for investors or buyers seeking a mortgage helper. The suite has its own access, while the main level offers a bright 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout with a 2-piece ensuite and full main bath. Comfort is covered with a heat pump and ductless splits serving the entire home, while a gas fireplace adds additional warmth and ambience upstairs. Double-pane windows add efficiency throughout. The unique double garage is split, one side for suite access, the other for secure storage with exterior entry. Close to parks, schools, shopping, VIU, and Colliery Dam. A solid investment or move-in opportunity (Measurements approximate, verify if fundamental).
Property Details
| Property Type | Residential |
| Property Sub Type | Single Family Detached |
| Listing ID | 1029802 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Nanaimo |
| Area | Nanaimo |
| Sub-Area | Na South Nanaimo |
| Postal Code | V9R 1C6 |
| Property Taxes | $5,058.00 (2025) |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Parking Total | 6 |
| Zoning | R5 |
| Facing | South |
| Water | Municipal |
| Sewer | Sewer To Lot |
| Heating | Baseboard,Electric,Heat Pump,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Air Conditioning |
| Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Type | Gas |
| Construction | Frame Wood,Insulation: Ceiling,Insulation: Walls,Stucco & Siding |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Foundation | Poured Concrete |
| Basement | Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access |
| Laundry | In Unit |
| Listed Date | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Ownership | Freehold |
| Lot Size | 0.20 acres |
Rooms
| Room | Level | Dimensions | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom | Main level | 2-Piece | |
| Bathroom | Main level | 4-Piece | |
| Bedroom | Main level | 11\'5 x 11\'6 | |
| Bedroom | Main level | 10\'4 x 11\'6 | |
| Dining room | Main level | 8\'10 x 10\'2 | |
| Entrance | Main level | 6\'7 x 3\'2 | |
| Family room | Main level | 9\'7 x 25\'3 | |
| Kitchen | Main level | 11\'8 x 9\'11 | |
| Living room | Main level | 19\'7 x 15\'0 | |
| Patio | Main level | 23\'8 x 5\'8 | |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 13\'8 x 9\'11 |
Building Details
| Heating | Baseboard heaters, Heat Pump |
| Heating Fuel | Electric, Natural gas |
| Stories | -1 |
Additional Information
| Features | Southern exposure, Corner Site |
| Land Size | 8750 sqft |
| Land Access | Road access |
| Building Type | House |
| Interior Size | 2273 sqft |
| Transaction | For sale |