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Parker McDonald Personal Real Estate Corporation
250-951-5662
parker@vancouverislandrealtor.ca
Vancouver Island Real Estate
101-210 First Avenue West
Qualicum Beach, BC
471 Selby St
Nanaimo
V9R 2R6
$829,900
Residential
beds: 3
baths: 3.0
2,772 sq. ft.
built: 1901
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- 1050152
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Year Built:
- 1901
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Set in the heart of Nanaimo’s historic Old City, this beautifully reimagined character home blends timeless charm w/ a modern, flexible lifestyle. Step inside to soaring 14-ft cathedral ceilings & a bright, open living and dining space filled with natural light. Extensively renovated in 2018 with permits, the home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,772 sq. ft. of finished living space, plus a finished 6-foot basement. Outside, the fully fenced 8,944 sq. ft. lot feels like a private urban retreat with mature fruit trees, a gazebo, patio and BBQ area. A heated detached garage with its own full bathroom adds incredible versatility as a home office or income generator. Walk to downtown cafés, shops and the seawall, with Hullo and Harbour Air less than 10 minutes away. Upgrades inc. windows, structural upgrades, plumbing, electrical wiring & insulation. DT8 mixed-use zoning creates a rare opportunity to live, work, create or invest in one of Nanaimo’s most character-filled neighbourhoods.
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Type:
- Single Family Residence
- Year built:
- 1901 (Age: 125)
- Close Price Lease Total:
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- Existing Lease Expiry:
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- Living Area:
- 2,772 sq. ft.
- Listing General Location:
- Na Old City, Nanaimo
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
- Lot Size:
- 8,944 sq. ft.
- Kitchens:
- 1
- Home Style:
- Character, Heritage
- Taxes:
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- Building Features:
- Transit Nearby
- Construction:
- Frame Wood, Insulation All, Vinyl Siding
- New Construction:
- No
- Basement:
- Finished, Not Full Height, With Windows
- Foundation:
- Concrete Perimeter
- Electricity:
- Yes
- Roof:
- Asphalt Shingle
- Other Structures:
- Gazebo, Guest Accommodations, Storage Shed
- Ceiling Heights:
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- Floor finish:
- Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Total Building Area:
- 3,705 sq. ft.
- Total Unfinished Area:
- 933 sq. ft.
- Commercial Area:
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- # Bedrooms or Dens Total:
- 3
- # Main Level Bedrooms:
- 2
- # Second Level Bedrooms:
- 1
- # Third Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Other Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Main Level Bathrooms:
- 2
- # Second Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Third Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Other Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Main Level Kitchens:
- 1
- # Second Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Third Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Lower Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Other Level Kitchens:
- 0
- Living Area Lower Floor:
- 992 sq. ft.
- Living Area Main Floor:
- 1,395 sq. ft.
- Living Area Other Floor:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Living Area 2nd Floor:
- 385 sq. ft.
- Living Area 3rd Floor:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Fireplaces:
- 0
- Laundry Features:
- In House
- Water supply:
- Municipal
- Sewer:
- Sewer Connected
- Cooling:
- None
- Heating:
- Baseboard, Electric
- Fireplace:
- No
- Pending Date:
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- Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Cathedral Entry, Dining/Living Combo, Soaker Tub, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Workshop
- Insulated Windows, Screens, Vinyl Frames, Window Coverings
- Balcony/Deck, Balcony/Patio, Fencing: Full, Garden, Lighting
- City
- Main Level
- 0
- Yes
- No
- Unrestricted
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
- Floor
- Ensuite
- Pieces
- Other
- Financing Notes:
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- Assessment year:
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- Approximate Inventory Value:
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- Fixed Equipment Approx. Value:
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- Goodwill Approx. Value:
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- Gross Income:
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- Net Operating Income:
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- Association Fee:
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- Association Fee Frequency:
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- Jurisdiction name:
- City of Nanaimo
- Legal Description:
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- Zoning:
- DT-8
- Accessibility:
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Units in Building:
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- Units in Community:
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- Number of 2 piece baths:
- 0
- 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
- Other Equipment:
- Electric Garage Door Opener
- Occupancy:
- Owner
- Property Condition:
- Updated/Remodeled
- Utilities:
- Cable Connected, Compost, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Phone Available, Recycling
- Exposure / Faces:
- Northeast
- Layout:
- Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
- Lot Site Features:
- Central Location, Easy Access, Landscaped, Level, Rectangular Lot, Serviced, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalk, Southern Exposure
- Attached Garage:
- No
- Carport Spaces:
- 0
- Garage Spaces:
- 1
- Garage:
- Yes
- Parking Features:
- Driveway, Garage, On Street
- Total Parking Spaces:
- 4
- Road Surface Type:
- Paved
- Total Units:
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- Date Listed:
- Sep 22, 2026
- Original Price:
- 829900.0
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White siding exterior with a dark-trimmed gable roof, complemented by a front porch with white railings, a concrete walkway, and a light-toned wooden fence -
AI VIRTUALLY STAGED LIVINGROOM
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AI VIRTUALLY STAGED OFFICE OPTION
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AI VIRTUALLY STAGED BEDROOM OPTION
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AI RENDERED PATIO REIMAGINED
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AI RENDERED YARD REIMAGINED
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Detached garage with horizontal panel door, white siding, and dark trim
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AI VIRTUALLY STAGED DETATCHED HEATED SHOP OPTION
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Single-car garage with light wood-paneled walls, a single-pane window, and an automatic overhead garage door opener
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AI RENDERED DETATCHED SHOP WITH AIRBNB POTENTIAL - HEATED WITH SEPARATE BATHROOM
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Floor plan
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Floor plan
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Spacious property featuring a large driveway, attached garage, and a separate detached garage structure
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Expansive lower level with tiled flooring, wood-clad structural columns, and recessed lighting
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Aerial perspective of two residential structures on a lot bordered by mature trees, situated within an urban environment
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White exterior with a dark-pitched roof
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White siding exterior with a dark-pitched roof, covered porch, and a white picket fence
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Outdoor covered structure, concrete patio, separate storage building, full privacy fencing, and a paver pathway with gravel accents
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Expansive wood deck with a built-in railing, large sliding glass door, and multiple exterior light fixtures
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Expansive yard with perimeter fencing, mature trees, a detached shed, and a greenhouse structure
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Bright living space with vaulted ceilings, wood-finish flooring, multiple windows, and a TV
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Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, wood-finish flooring, recessed lighting, and large windows
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Wood-finish flooring, recessed lighting, and a contemporary open-tread staircase
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Vaulted ceiling, wood-finish flooring, recessed lighting, exposed ceiling beams, and a staircase with open risers
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Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, wood-finish flooring, decorative front door with oval glass insert, and a staircase with carpeted treads
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Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, recessed lighting, wood-finish flooring, white entry door with oval glass insert, and multiple windows
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Wood-finish flooring throughout, bright white walls, and a white front door with an oval decorative glass insert
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Recessed lighting, wood-finish flooring, light wood cabinetry, white kitchen appliances, and sliding glass doors
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Open concept living area with wood-finish flooring, white walls, and recessed lighting
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Open-concept kitchen and dining area featuring natural wood cabinetry, white appliances, and a tile backsplash
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Kitchen featuring wood cabinetry, white appliances, and contrasting dark flooring
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Kitchen featuring L-shaped wood cabinetry, white appliances, and a marble-finish floor
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Kitchen featuring light wood cabinetry, light countertops, white appliances, and recessed lighting
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Kitchen featuring wood-finish cabinetry, white appliances, white subway tile backsplash, and recessed lighting
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Wood-finish flooring, recessed lighting, modern linear pendant light, white walls, and a sliding glass door
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Wood-finish flooring, recessed ceiling lighting, a wall-mounted chandelier, white trim, and a glass sliding door
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Wood-finish flooring, white walls, two windows with blinds, and an overhead light fixture
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Wood-finish flooring throughout, white walls, and a large window with blinds
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Wood-finish flooring throughout, white walls, and a recessed clothing storage area
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Clawfoot tub with polished chrome fixtures
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Freestanding clawfoot bathtub, single-pane window with blinds, vanity with basin sink, wall-mounted light fixture, and round mirror
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Clawfoot tub, walk-in shower with tile surround, wood-finish vanity with countertop, and white tile flooring
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White shower stall with chrome fixtures
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Vaulted ceiling, wood-finish flooring, two large windows, white window blinds, and white baseboards
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White bathtub and shower combination with chrome fixtures
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Carpeted staircase with open wood-finish treads, wood-finish flooring, and white painted walls
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Upstairs Bedroom or Flexroom
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Upstairs Bedroom or Flexroom
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Light wood-finish cabinetry, built-in upper storage, and an integrated tall cabinet
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Spacious room with light-colored tile flooring, exposed wood beams, built-in shelving, and recessed lighting
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Open-concept lower level featuring exposed wood beams and columns, recessed lighting, and tile flooring
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Recessed lighting, light-toned tile flooring, built-in wooden shelving, and wood-paneled walls
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Spacious room featuring light-toned tile flooring, exposed wood beams, and recessed lighting
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Open basement space with wood beams and columns, recessed lighting, and durable tile flooring
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Built-in wood-finish storage, tiled flooring, wood-finish paneling, and recessed lighting
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Separate Full Bathroom Attached to Detatched Garage
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Separate Full Bathroom Attached to Detatched Garage
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Expansive yard space featuring a detached accessory structure with a wood-finish deck, a main residence with a rear wood-finish deck, and a privacy fence
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White siding exterior with a dark-pitched roof, featuring a spacious wooden deck
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Expansive backyard featuring a wood deck, sliding glass doors, and a detached carport
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Rear exterior with white siding, spacious wood deck, sliding glass door, and detached covered structure
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Covered outdoor patio with a concrete surface, fenced yard, storage building, and gravel-accented pathway
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Backyard featuring a storage shed with a lean-to roof, concrete paver pathway, wood privacy fencing with lattice detail, and a landscaped garden bed
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Expansive grass yard with mature perimeter trees, a privacy fence, and a detached shed with a low-slope roof
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Expansive yard with perimeter fencing, mature trees, and a white storage shed
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Aerial perspective showcasing a wood-finish deck, sliding glass doors, white siding, and a dark shingle roof
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Aerial perspective showcasing wood deck with white exterior siding and a dark shingle roof
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Aerial perspective showcasing pitched roofline residence with a detached garage, expansive lot, wood-finish decking, and patterned hardscaping
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Aerial perspective showcasing a multi-level residence with a dark shingled roof, an attached garage, and a spacious rear yard
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Aerial property overview featuring multiple structures, a spacious rear yard, a wood deck, and an adjacent street
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Aerial perspective showcasing the urban landscape and distant mountains
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Aerial perspective capturing the cityscape with mountains beyond
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Aerial perspective of a developed neighborhood with a mountain backdrop
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Birdâs-eye view of the developed neighborhood with mountains beyond
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Urban landscape featuring a prominent body of water, distant mountains, varied architectural styles, and established trees
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Aerial perspective showcasing the urban landscape, surrounding water, distant mountains, and varied architectural styles
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Coastal city setting with a prominent harbor, mountains, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings
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Expansive aerial showcasing a large body of water, distant mountains, and a dense residential area with mature trees
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White siding exterior with a covered front porch featuring light-toned wood railings, a black corrugated fence, and a paved driveway with gravel accents
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Front porch with wood railing and stairs
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Wood-finish porch decking with a light wood-tone railing
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Covered front porch featuring wood-finish decking and natural wood railings
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White horizontal siding exterior with a dark-paneled soffit
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White siding exterior with a covered porch, wood railing, and a gravel driveway with stepping stones
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White siding exterior with dark trim, covered porch with wood railing, paved driveway, detached single-car garage, and partial wood fencing
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Clean white-sided exterior with dark trim and matching downspouts
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White horizontal siding exterior with contrasting dark trim and downspouts
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Wood paneling, concrete flooring, overhead lighting, garage door opener
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Detached garage with paneled walls, light-toned flooring, and an automatic garage door opener
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Garden Shed in Backyard
Listed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. (NA)
Data was last updated September 23, 2026 at 02:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 69
- Avg list price:
- $568,000
- Min list price:
- $165,000
- Max list price:
- $1,245,000
- Avg days on market:
- 62
- Min days on market:
- 1
- Max days on market:
- 652
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $503.64
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. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.
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- 101-210 FIRST AVENUE WEST QUALICUM BEACH, BC V9K 2P7
- 250-951-5662
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