Discover a rare opportunity in Nanaimo’s vibrant South End/University District: a character home on a sprawling 0.28 acre corner lot, ready for a visionary buyer. Sold “as is”, this property invites restoring historic charm or maximizing land value with redevelopment on this generous parcel with densification & subdivision potential (confirm details and potential with the city). This home was one of the original 5 acre homes. Mature landscaping can be restored by a loving gardener. Perimeter hedging, stunning Rhododendrons, azaleas, lilacs, fruit trees, grapes roses & herbs. Plenty of parking & a detached, wired shop. Covered front porch overlooking the yard. Situated near cafes, pubs, & shopping. Walking distance to Vancouver Island University. This one needs some elbow grease. Embrace the chance to renovate a character home & build your equity or explore development possibilities on this exceptional lot. A true canvas for your next investment in Nanaimo. All measurements approximate.
For sale
C$489,900
625 Bruce Ave, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3Y8
3beds
2baths
1,737sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.28 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$282/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Corner lotCharacter homeHistoric charmMature landscapingStunning rhododendronsFruit treesDetached wired shop
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 09, 2025 at 02:06pm
Listed by:
Marie Burrows Personal Real Estate Corporation,
REMAX Professionals,
Jim Johnson Personal Real Estate Corporation,
Sutton Group-West Coast Realty (Nan)
Source: VIVA,MLS®#: 1002007
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Dining Room, Workshop
- Flooring: Hardwood, Mixed
- Windows: Stained/Leaded Glass
- Basement: Finished,Not Full Height,With Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,737
- Total interior livable area: 1,737 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage, On Street, Open
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Entry location: Main Level
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 005282136
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Character
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame Wood, Glass, Shingle-Wood, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Compost, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Recycling
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Nanaimo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$282/sqft
- Tax assessed value: C$528,000
- Annual tax amount: C$3,259
- Date on market: 6/3/2025
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
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