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290 Vancouver Ave, Nanaimo

Nanaimo, BC V9S 4G1
MLS® 1048672
5
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3,588
Sq Ft
1937
Year Built
3
Days on Market

Description

Embrace coastal character & long-term versatility in the historic Newcastle neighbourhood Framed by Ginkgo & 90-yr-old Copper Beech trees, this 1937 residence blends vintage craftsmanship w/ complete modern mechanics. Main living offers refinished hdwd floors, an electric f/p with original 1930s mantle, coved ceilings, original cast iron soaker tub, stone counters, 3 beds + den, & 3 baths. System updates incl gas furnace, heat pump/AC, Rinnai on-demand HW, & 100% code-passed electrical & plumbing. Downstairs features a legal 2 bed, 1 bath suite w/ private entry & dedicated laundry for strong rental income or extended family. The 11,616 sq ft corner lot boasts a detached shop w/ subpanel, deer-proof garden, fire pit area, RV/boat pkg, & flexible R8 zoning w/ subdivision or coach house potential. Stroll to Maffeo Sutton Park, the seawall, Nanaimo Yacht Club, Hullo Ferry shuttle & downtown dining. A rare sanctuary combining heritage warmth, modern comfort, & practical long-term value.

Property Details

Property Type Residential
Property Sub Type Single Family Detached
Listing ID 1048672
Status Active
City Nanaimo
Area Nanaimo
Sub-Area Na Brechin Hill
Postal Code V9S 4G1
Property Taxes $5,299.51 (2025)
Garage Spaces 2
Parking Total 3
Zoning R8
Facing Southeast
Water Municipal
Sewer Sewer Connected
Heating Electric,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Natural Gas
Cooling Air Conditioning
Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Type Electric
Interior Features Dining Room,Eating Area,French Doors,Storage,Workshop
Exterior Features Balcony/Deck,Balcony/Patio,Fenced,Garden
Construction Frame Wood,Insulation: Ceiling,Insulation: Walls
Roof Fibreglass Shingle
Foundation Slab
Basement Finished
Laundry In House
Listed Date Sep 8, 2026
Ownership Freehold
Lot Size 0.26 acres

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Saturday, September 12, 2026
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Rooms

Room Level Dimensions Description
Bathroom Main level 4-Piece
Dining nook Main level 6\'6 x 10\'8
Dining room Main level 11\'11 x 11\'6
Entrance Main level 13\'9 x 5\'9
Kitchen Main level 11\'10 x 11\'6
Laundry room Main level 7\'4 x 5\'3
Living room Main level 19\'6 x 17\'0
Primary Bedroom Main level 15\'3 x 12\'7

Building Details

Architectural Style Character
Heating Forced air, Heat Pump
Heating Fuel Electric, Natural gas
Stories -1

Additional Information

Features Central location
Land Size 11616 sqft
Land Access Road access
Building Type House
Interior Size 3588 sqft
Transaction For sale

Location