Description
Trade cookie-cutter finishes for soul and craftsmanship in this 1939 University District gem. Offering 2200+ sqft of living space, this 4-bed, 2-bath home radiates character with original inlay oak floors, coved ceilings, & leaded glass doors. The main floor features a bright kitchen and a sunken family room with skylights & a woodstove, while the upstairs primary bedroom offers stunning mountain & ocean views. Need flexibility? The lower level includes a mini-kitchenette—ideal for a student rental or guest space. Outside, your private fenced oasis awaits, complete with fruit trees, a workshop, & a hot tub. Major updates to the roof and windows ensure a move-in-ready experience. The lifestyle here is unmatched: a 10-min walk to Bowen Park trails & the Old City Quarter’s best dining, plus just 2km to VIU, Harbour Air, & the Hullo shuttle. Whether you’re a commuter or a nature lover, this location changes how you live. Don't just read about it—experience the craftsmanship in person.
Property Details
| Property Type | Residential |
| Property Sub Type | Single Family Detached |
| Listing ID | 1030914 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Nanaimo |
| Area | Nanaimo |
| Sub-Area | Na University District |
| Postal Code | V9R 3W6 |
| Property Taxes | $4,415.11 (2025) |
| Parking Total | 2 |
| Zoning | R14 |
| Facing | Northwest |
| Water | Municipal |
| Sewer | Sewer Connected |
| Heating | Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Type | Wood Burning,Wood Stove |
| Appliances | Hot Tub |
| Interior Features | Workshop |
| Exterior Features | Fencing: Full,Garden |
| Construction | Insulation: Ceiling,Insulation: Walls,Stucco |
| Roof | Fibreglass Shingle |
| Foundation | Poured Concrete |
| Basement | Partially Finished |
| Laundry | In House |
| Listed Date | Apr 7, 2026 |
| Ownership | Freehold |
| Lot Size | 0.14 acres |
Rooms
| Room | Level | Dimensions | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom | Main level | 4-Piece | |
| Bedroom | Main level | 11\'9 x 12\'0 | |
| Bedroom | Main level | 11\'7 x 9\'6 | |
| Dining room | Main level | 9\'5 x 11\'5 | |
| Family room | Main level | 17\'2 x 17\'6 | |
| Kitchen | Main level | 13\'8 x 13\'5 | |
| Living room | Main level | 17\'7 x 15\'5 |
Building Details
| Architectural Style | Character |
| Heating | Forced air |
| Heating Fuel | Natural gas |
| Stories | -1 |
| Appliances | Hot Tub |
Parking
| Type | Spaces |
|---|---|
| Stall |
Additional Information
| View | City view, Ocean view |
| Land Size | 6250 sqft |
| Land Access | Road access |
| Building Type | House |
| Interior Size | 2222 sqft |
| Transaction | For sale |