For sale

C$2,500,000

879 Canso Rd, Nanaimo, BC V0R 1X2

4beds

3baths

3,712sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 2019

2.2 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

C$673/sqft

C$-- HOA

What's special

Oceanfront retreatVibrant sunsetsAbundant wildlifeQuality-built main homeSpacious carriage houseHigh-end appliancesQuartz countertops

Welcome to 879 Canso Road—a breathtaking oceanfront retreat on stunning Gabriola Island! This private 2.2-acre estate showcases panoramic ocean, mountain and city views, vibrant sunsets, and abundant wildlife. Meticulously maintained, the property includes a quality-built main home, spacious carriage house, studio, and shop—ideal for artists, entrepreneurs, or potential B&B income. Features include HVAC, rainwater collection with 13,000-gal cistern, filtration system, central vac, 100 KVA generator, security system, and gated entry with intercom. The chef’s kitchen boasts high-end appliances, a 6-burner commercial stove, quartz countertops, and an electric fireplace. Enjoy mature landscaping, fruit trees, berries, garden beds, and unfiltered outdoor oceanfront views. Experience spa-like coastal living in a truly special location. Words and photos can’t capture it all—come see it for yourself!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Kitchen

Level: Main,Second

Heating

Electric, Heat Pump

Cooling

Air Conditioning, HVAC

Appliances

Laundry: Inside

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet Organizer, Controlled Entry, Dining Room, Dining/Living Combo, Eating Area, Workshop, Central Vacuum
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Basement: Finished,Not Full Height,Walk-Out Access
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Electric, Family Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,712
Total interior livable area: 3,712 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached, Garage Double, RV Access/Parking, Garage Door Opener
Attached garage spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance, Ground Level Main Floor

Features

Entry location: Main Level
Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
Exterior features: Garden, Lighting, Sprinkler System
Fencing: Full
Has view: Yes
View description: City, Mountain(s), Ocean
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Ocean
Waterfront features: Ocean Front

Lot

Size: 2.2 Acres
Dimensions: 250x380
Features: Acreage, Central Location, Landscaped, Marina Nearby, Near Golf Course, Private

Details

Additional structures: Gazebo, Guest House, Shed(s), Workshop
Parcel number: 003596591
Zoning description: Residential

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Cement Fibre, Frame Wood, Insulation All, Shingle-Wood
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal

Condition

Resale
New construction: No
Year built: 2019

Utilities & green energy

Water: Cistern, Other
Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Phone Connected, Recycling

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Security System

Location

Region: Nanaimo

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: C$673/sqft
Tax assessed value: C$1,779,000
Annual tax amount: C$7,601
Date on market: 7/21/2025
Ownership: Freehold
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Paved

Dean Innes Personal Real Estate Corporation

(250) 686-0279

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