For Sale: 290 Vancouver Avenue, Nanaimo, BC - REW
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$1,150,000
5 bd 4 ba 2227 sf House

290 Vancouver AveNanaimo, BC, V9S 4G1

Brechin Hill
  • 5 Bed
  • 4 Bath
  • 2227 Sqft
  • House

About this home

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. 2 legal lots. (id:63626)
Listed by: John Cooper PREC*, eXp Realty (NA)

Home facts and features

Price details
List Price
Gross Taxes for 2026
$5,300
Home facts
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Parking Spaces
3
Property Type
House
Lot Size
11616 ft²
Depth
Year Built
Built in 1937 (89 yrs old)
Title
Freehold
Style
Character
Heating Type
Heat Pump, Forced air, Electric, Natural gas
Cooling
Air Conditioned
Features
Central location
Community
Agent details
Primary Agent
Primary Broker
eXp Realty (NA)
Listing details
Days on REW
1 Day
MLS® Number
1048672
Source
Canadian Real Estate Association
Board
Vancouver Island Real Estate Board
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Property Insights

Brechin Elementary School
  • Public
  • K - 7
  • In Catchment
Nanaimo District Secondary School
  • Public
  • 8 - 12
  • In Catchment
Pauline Haarer Elementary School
  • Public
  • K - 7
Discover Montessori School
  • Independent
  • K
Quarterway School
  • Public
  • Pre-K - 7
The High School at VIU
  • Independent
  • 10 - 12
John Barsby Community School
  • Public
  • 8 - 12
Nanaimo Christian School
  • Independent
  • K - 12
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