Built in 1932 for the Leynard family, this charming English Cottage sits on over 10,000 Sq Ft with sweeping ocean views, offering a rare chance to own a piece of Nanaimo history. The home seamlessly blends original character with thoughtful updates, retaining features such as refinished oak floors, restored plaster lath walls, and heritage leaded glass windows with custom seasonal screens. Modern updates include fresh paint, new hot water tank, updated electrical, and a high-efficiency furnace. The living room has a 9-ft anaglyph ceiling, 1930s art deco chandelier, and wall sconces. The updated kitchen offers marble counters, a 6-burner stove, built-in refrigerator, under-cabinet freezer, and an ocean-view banquet. The spacious family room provides ample entertainment space. Outdoors, enjoy three gardens, stone landscaping, a covered hot tub, new fencing, and enclosed parking with an automatic gate. Conveniently located near shopping, amenities, and the Hullo Fast Ferry.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1932
(Age: 93)
Living Area:
2,746.67 sq. ft.255 m2
Listing General Location:
Na Old City, Nanaimo
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
2.0
(Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
13,695 sq. ft.1,272 m2
Kitchens:
1
Home Style:
Character
Taxes:
$5,203 /
2024
Building Features:
Basement, Transit Nearby
Construction:
Wood
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Finished, Walk-Out Access
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Levels:
3
Other Structures:
Gazebo
Floor finish:
Carpet, Hardwood, Mixed, Tile
Total Building Area:
3,203.86 sq. ft.298 m2
Total Unfinished Area:
457.19 sq. ft.42.5 m2
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
5
# Main Level Bedrooms:
2
# Second Level Bedrooms:
2
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
1
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
1
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
820.5 sq. ft.76.2 m2
Living Area Main Floor:
1,400.15 sq. ft.130 m2
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 2nd Floor:
526.02 sq. ft.48.9 m2
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Gas
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
Air Conditioning
Heating:
Baseboard, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Yes
Built-In Range, Dishwasher, F/S/W/D
Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Eating Area, French Doors
Wood Frames
Balcony/Deck, Fenced, Garden, Lighting, Sprinkler System
City, Mountain(s), Ocean
Main Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
22'6.71 m × 17'2"5.23 m
Main Floor
Eating Nook
7'2.13 m × 6'8"2.03 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
16'11"5.16 m × 12'3.66 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
16'6"5.03 m × 13'5"4.09 m
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
16'2"4.93 m × 15'7"4.75 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom
14'5"4.39 m × 12'3"3.73 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom
18'2"5.54 m × 14'4"4.37 m
Lower Level
Rec Room
16'11"5.16 m × 14'11"4.55 m
Lower Level
Laundry
18'1"5.51 m × 9'10"3.00 m
Lower Level
Storage
8'2"2.49 m × 6'8"2.03 m
Lower Level
Storage
23'10"7.26 m × 9'8"2.95 m
Lower Level
Office
14'11"4.55 m × 13'7"4.14 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
14'5"4.39 m × 11'7"3.53 m
Lower Level
Utility Room
6'4"1.93 m × 4'5"1.35 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
4
9' x 7'10" 4-Piece
Lower Level
No
3
8'11" x 8' 3-Piece
Assessed:
765000.0
Assessment year:
2025
Jurisdiction name:
City of Nanaimo
Legal Description:
THE NORTHERLY 50 FT OF LT 6 & THE SOUTHERLY 33 FT OF LT 7 IN BLK 24 SEC 1 NANAIMO DIST PL 584
Zoning:
R14
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
1
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
Exposure / Faces:
West
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
Lot Site Features:
Central Location, Marina Nearby, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalk
Data was last updated April 2, 2025 at 06:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
61
Avg list price:
$579,900
Min list price:
$249,900
Max list price:
$3,500,000
Avg days on market:
42
Min days on market:
6
Max days on market:
260
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$512.9
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Na Old City. Average values are
derived using median calculations.