Step into storybook charm with this 1934 character home full of personality and possibilities! It’s got an in-law suite for guests (or grown-up kids), a whimsical cottage, and gardens that feel like a secret escape. Sip coffee on your front porch or kick back with a glass of wine on the back one with a lovely view of Mt Benson. There’s even a powered man-cave/she-shed for crafting, dreaming, or hiding out with a good book. Tucked in close to everything you need, but with all the cozy, creative vibes of a retreat. Inside, you’ll find original details you just can’t find these days featuring, cozy nooks and warm wood accents combined with overhight ceilings on the main. Whether you're entertaining friends, playing in the garden, or enjoying a quiet sunset, this home makes everyday moments feel a little magical. A rare blend of vintage charm, flexible living, and feel-good spaces—all wrapped up in one. Zoning is COR1 for the developer looking for a property with solid future potential.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1934
(Age: 91)
Living Area:
3,463 sq. ft.322 m2
Auxiliary Building Living Area:
818 sq. ft.76 m2
Main Building Living Area:
2,645 sq. ft.246 m2
Listing General Location:
Na University District, Nanaimo
Bedrooms:
6
Bathrooms:
4.0
(Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
9,000 sq. ft.836 m2
Kitchens:
3
Home Style:
Character, Heritage
Taxes:
$4,735 /
2024
Building Features:
Basement, Transit Nearby
Construction:
Frame Wood, Shingle-Wood
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Not Full Height, Walk-Out Access, With Windows
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Electricity:
Yes
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Other Structures:
Guest Accommodations, Storage Shed, Workshop
Floor finish:
Basement Slab, Mixed
Total Building Area:
3,902 sq. ft.363 m2
Total Unfinished Area:
439 sq. ft.40.8 m2
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
7
# Main Level Bedrooms:
2
# Second Level Bedrooms:
2
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
1
# Other Level Bedrooms:
1
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
2
# Other Level Bathrooms:
1
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
1
# Other Level Kitchens:
1
Living Area Lower Floor:
913 sq. ft.84.8 m2
Living Area Main Floor:
1,231 sq. ft.114 m2
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 2nd Floor:
501 sq. ft.46.5 m2
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Details:
Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Additional Accommodations:
Exists
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wood
Fireplace:
Yes
Warranty:
No
F/S/W/D
Dining Room, Eating Area, Storage, Workshop
Wood Frames
Balcony/Deck, Fenced, Fencing: Partial, Garden
Mountain(s)
Corner of Third and Lambert
Main Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Eating Nook
7'11"2.41 m × 6'4"1.93 m
Main Floor
Living Room
17'1"5.21 m × 15'10"4.83 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
13'6"4.11 m × 13'4"4.06 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
13'6"4.11 m × 10'1"3.07 m
Main Floor
Entrance
7'1"2.16 m × 6'11"2.11 m
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
11'11"3.63 m × 11'7"3.53 m
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
11'8"3.56 m × 11'8"3.56 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom
13'10"4.22 m × 12'7"3.84 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom
13'8"4.17 m × 12'7"3.84 m
Lower Level
Kitchen
12'3.66 m × 11'3.35 m
Lower Level
Family Room
23'1"7.04 m × 19'9"6.02 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
12'8"3.86 m × 9'7"2.92 m
Lower Level
Den
11'9"3.58 m × 7'4"2.24 m
Lower Level
Laundry
25'3"7.70 m × 9'2.74 m
Lower Level
Storage
11'9"3.58 m × 2'8".81 m
Lower Level
Utility Room
17'3"5.26 m × 4'2"1.27 m
Lower Level
Utility Room
20'4"6.20 m × 3'7"1.09 m
Other
Living-Aux Bldg
22'6"6.86 m × 13'1"3.99 m
Other
Other-Aux Bldg
10'4"3.15 m × 7'8"2.34 m
Other
Bdrm Prim-Aux Bldg
12'4"3.76 m × 6'8"2.03 m
Other
Kitchen-Aux Bldg
10'4"3.15 m × 9'2"2.79 m
Other
Dining-Aux Bldg
11'4"3.45 m × 10'1"3.07 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
3
8'5" x 7'9" 3-Piece
Lower Level
No
3
15'3" x 10'1" 3-Piece
Lower Level
No
2
5'10" x 7'9" 2-Piece
Other
No
4
10'4" x 9'5" 4-Piece
Assessed:
771000.0
Assessment year:
2025
Jurisdiction name:
City of Nanaimo
Legal Description:
Parcel A (DD401700I) of Lot 4, Section 1, Nanaimo District, Plan 16090
Zoning:
COR1
Accessibility:
Primary Bedroom on Main
Bed and Breakfast:
Potential
Number of 2 piece baths:
1
Number of 3 piece baths:
2
Number of 4 piece baths:
1
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
0
Occupancy:
Owner
Property Condition:
Resale
Utilities:
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected
Data was last updated May 24, 2025 at 04:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
63
Avg list price:
$730,000
Min list price:
$249,900
Max list price:
$1,299,000
Avg days on market:
37
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
163
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$400.46
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Na University District. Average values are
derived using median calculations.
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