Full of opportunity! At just over half an acre, this property in one of Nanaimo’s most desirable neighborhoods is a developer’s dream. With rezoning on the horizon, the future is wide open: consider building two fourplexes, keeping the existing 3,100 sq.ft. home while subdividing the back for two new builds, or partner with the neighboring lot for a multi-family townhome project—up to 29 units possible (preliminary sketches available). The current 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home provides rental income as you plan your next move. Situated in scenic Departure Bay, the property offers ocean views and walkable beach access—ideal for both future residents and investors. Rarely does a parcel this size become available in such a central, high-growth location. Don’t miss your chance to shape the future of this vibrant seaside community.
For sale
C$959,000
2555 Departure Bay Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 3W2
5beds
2baths
3,151sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.54 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$304/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
- 20 days
- on Zillow |
- 168 |
- 4 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 23, 2025 at 01:08pm
Listed by:
Kate Philpott,
eXp Realty (NA),
Dean Philpott Personal Real Estate Corporation,
eXp Realty (NA)
Source: VIVA,MLS®#: 1006760
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,With Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,650
- Total interior livable area: 3,151 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, RV Access/Parking
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Entry location: Main Level
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.54 Acres
- Features: Central Location, Easy Access, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Level, Marina Nearby, Near Golf Course, Recreation Nearby, Rectangular Lot, Serviced
Details
- Parcel number: 030112168
- Zoning: R1
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame Wood, Insulation All
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Recycling
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Family-Oriented Neighbourhood
Location
- Region: Nanaimo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$304/sqft
- Tax assessed value: C$761,000
- Annual tax amount: C$4,984
- Date on market: 7/7/2025
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
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