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OLD CITY REAL ESTATE IN NANAIMO

Nanaimo’s Old City is the historic core of the city and site of the earliest habitation in the area. As the city grew up around the coal mines and logging industry and the docks that allowed these resources to be shipped, people migrated to Nanaimo and built homes for themselves. In keeping with its history, the neighborhood features many homes and areas that harken back to the city’s boomtown roots. Old City real estate features harbor views, character homes, and proximity to the hip, trendy boutique shops and cultural experiences that give the area its flavor and vibrancy.

OLD CITY HOMES & CONDOS FOR SALE

Nanaimo’s Old City offers an enticing mix of classic older homes and brand new ocean view condos. Even though the Old City homes for sale are situated on just over 20 square blocks, the variety on offer here makes it a highly desirable place for newcomers to the area to settle down. The broad tree-lined streets showcase gorgeous craftsman bungalows on smaller lots, and the overall atmosphere is welcoming and community focused.

Near the inner harbor, there are highly sought-after condo developments that overlook the beautiful marina. Alongside the water is a scenic seawall that stretches almost all the way to the ferry terminal and provides a great space for walking, biking, or fishing off the private pier. Spend enough time here and you may have an up-close encounter with a curious harbor seal.

LIFE AND CULTURE IN AN OLD CITY PROPERTY

Nanaimo’s Old City forms the cultural core of the city as much as the geographical one. The Old City area is home to numerous live music venues including the Vancouver Island Conference Center and the Port Theatre.  Live Music and spring/summer festivals offer a variety of exciting entertainment options.  Historic structures like the famous Nanaimo Bastion add to the sense of place and antiquity that underlies the buzzing energy of a modern metropolitan downtown core.

Small ferries and water taxis give quick access to Newcastle, Protection or Gabriola islands, all locations that are perfect for a day spent exploring parks and quaint craft and artisan stores that the Gulf Islands are known for. In the other direction, you’re just a short drive out of town from the scenic Nanaimo lakes and hiking on Mount Benson, where breathtaking panoramic views of the Georgia Strait are your reward for your effort.  Life in your own piece of Old City real estate will always be filled with possibility.

OLD CITY - DOWNTOWN LISTINGS

Old City - Downtown Listings

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  • 212 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Land for sale : MLS®# 982963

    212 Fry St Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 4Z1
    Main Photo: 212 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Land for sale : MLS®# 982963

    212 Fry St Nanaimo V9R 4Z1 Na Old City

    $375,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    982963
    Unleash the Potential! Welcome to 212 and 218 Fry Street, extraordinary properties offering a rare investment opportunity! Whether you're looking to buy one or buy both, these gems are a must-see. Maybe you're an investor eyeing a singular purchase or a visionary looking to acquire both properties, this is a chance you won't want to miss. These properties boast the highly coveted COR3 zoning. This rare zoning opens the door to a myriad of possibilities, catering to the diverse needs of the surrounding community. The permitted uses are literally from A-Z, offering an unparalleled flexibility that's hard to find. Imagine the potential: a bustling hotel, apartment buildings or condos, a storage facility, or launch a convenient laundromat. For those with a community-focused vision, a neighborhood pub or a recreation facility could become the new local hotspot. Call me today!! All measurements are approximate More details
    Listed by Real Broker
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 212 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Unimproved Land for sale : MLS®# 982964

    212 Fry St Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 4Z1
    Main Photo: 212 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Unimproved Land for sale : MLS®# 982964

    212 Fry St Nanaimo V9R 4Z1 Na Old City

    $375,000
    Commercial Sale
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    982964
    Unleash the Potential! Welcome to 212 and 218 Fry Street, extraordinary properties offering a rare investment opportunity! Whether you're looking to buy one or buy both, these gems are a must-see. Maybe you're an investor eyeing a singular purchase or a visionary looking to acquire both properties, this is a chance you won't want to miss. These properties boast the highly coveted COR3 zoning. This rare zoning opens the door to a myriad of possibilities, catering to the diverse needs of the surrounding community. The permitted uses are literally from A-Z, offering an unparalleled flexibility that's hard to find. Imagine the potential: a bustling hotel, apartment buildings or condos, a storage facility, or launch a convenient laundromat. For those with a community-focused vision, a neighborhood pub or a recreation facility could become the new local hotspot. Call me today!! All measurements are approximate More details
    Listed by Real Broker
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 218 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Land for sale : MLS®# 982965

    218 Fry St Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 4Z1
    Main Photo: 218 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Land for sale : MLS®# 982965

    218 Fry St Nanaimo V9R 4Z1 Na Old City

    $375,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    982965
    Unleash the Potential! Welcome to 212 and 218 Fry Street, extraordinary properties offering a rare investment opportunity! Whether you're looking to buy one or buy both, these gems are a must-see. Maybe you're an investor eyeing a singular purchase or a visionary looking to acquire both properties, this is a chance you won't want to miss. These properties boast the highly coveted COR3 zoning. This rare zoning opens the door to a myriad of possibilities, catering to the diverse needs of the surrounding community. The permitted uses are literally from A-Z, offering an unparalleled flexibility that's hard to find. Imagine the potential: a bustling hotel, apartment buildings or condos, a storage facility, or launch a convenient laundromat. For those with a community-focused vision, a neighborhood pub or a recreation facility could become the new local hotspot. Call me today!! All measurements are approximate More details
    Listed by Real Broker
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 218 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Unimproved Land for sale : MLS®# 982968

    218 Fry St Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 4Z1
    Main Photo: 218 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Unimproved Land for sale : MLS®# 982968

    218 Fry St Nanaimo V9R 4Z1 Na Old City

    $375,000
    Commercial Sale
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    982968
    Unleash the Potential! Welcome to 212 and 218 Fry Street, extraordinary properties offering a rare investment opportunity! Whether you're looking to buy one or buy both, these gems are a must-see. Maybe you're an investor eyeing a singular purchase or a visionary looking to acquire both properties, this is a chance you won't want to miss. These properties boast the highly coveted COR3 zoning. This rare zoning opens the door to a myriad of possibilities, catering to the diverse needs of the surrounding community. The permitted uses are literally from A-Z, offering an unparalleled flexibility that's hard to find. Imagine the potential: a bustling hotel, apartment buildings or condos, a storage facility, or launch a convenient laundromat. For those with a community-focused vision, a neighborhood pub or a recreation facility could become the new local hotspot. Call me today!! All measurements are approximate More details
    Listed by Real Broker
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 212&218 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Land for sale : MLS®# 982970

    212&218 Fry St Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 4Z1
    Main Photo: 212&218 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Land for sale : MLS®# 982970

    212&218 Fry St Nanaimo V9R 4Z1 Na Old City

    $750,000
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    982970
    Unleash the Potential! Welcome to 212 and 218 Fry Street, extraordinary properties offering a rare investment opportunity! Whether you're looking to buy one or buy both, these gems are a must-see. Maybe you're an investor eyeing a singular purchase or a visionary looking to acquire both properties, this is a chance you won't want to miss. These properties boast the highly coveted COR3 zoning. This rare zoning opens the door to a myriad of possibilities, catering to the diverse needs of the surrounding community. The permitted uses are literally from A-Z, offering an unparalleled flexibility that's hard to find. Imagine the potential: a bustling hotel, apartment buildings or condos, a storage facility, or launch a convenient laundromat. For those with a community-focused vision, a neighborhood pub or a recreation facility could become the new local hotspot. Call me today!! All measurements are approximate More details
    Listed by Real Broker
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 212&218 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Unimproved Land for sale : MLS®# 982972

    212&218 Fry St Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 4Z1
    Main Photo: 212&218 Fry St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Unimproved Land for sale : MLS®# 982972

    212&218 Fry St Nanaimo V9R 4Z1 Na Old City

    $750,000
    Commercial Sale
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    982972
    Unleash the Potential! Welcome to 212 and 218 Fry Street, extraordinary properties offering a rare investment opportunity! Whether you're looking to buy one or buy both, these gems are a must-see. Maybe you're an investor eyeing a singular purchase or a visionary looking to acquire both properties, this is a chance you won't want to miss. These properties boast the highly coveted COR3 zoning. This rare zoning opens the door to a myriad of possibilities, catering to the diverse needs of the surrounding community. The permitted uses are literally from A-Z, offering an unparalleled flexibility that's hard to find. Imagine the potential: a bustling hotel, apartment buildings or condos, a storage facility, or launch a convenient laundromat. For those with a community-focused vision, a neighborhood pub or a recreation facility could become the new local hotspot. Call me today!! All measurements are approximate More details
    Listed by Real Broker
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 46 Nicol St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Other for lease : MLS®# 999702

    46 Nicol St Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 4S8
    Main Photo: 46 Nicol St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Other for lease : MLS®# 999702

    46 Nicol St Nanaimo V9R 4S8 Na Old City

    $4,000 /mth
    Commercial Lease
    Status:
    For Lease
    MLS® Num:
    999702
    Large commercial kitchen for lease. This space has its own entry and separate hydro meter. Kitchen equipment has been removed other than the hood fan, tenant improvements required. Lease rate is plus GST, tenant to pay all utilities. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Anchor Realty (QU)
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 489 Wallace St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Office for lease : MLS®# 1001440

    489 Wallace St Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 5B7
    Main Photo: 489 Wallace St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Office for lease : MLS®# 1001440

    489 Wallace St Nanaimo V9R 5B7 Na Old City

    $16 /sqft
    Commercial Lease
    Status:
    For Lease
    MLS® Num:
    1001440
    Spacious office space for lease consisting of 9 individual offices, large reception area, separate common area, boardroom, storage room and a kitchen area with kitchen sink, cabinets and fridge area. Two of the offices have electric doors for wheelchair accessibility. The interior of this space captivates the downtown history with original brick walls and character windows. Four washrooms are located on the floor for use. 2858 sq ft. Landlord willing to rent offices individually. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Anchor Realty (QU)
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 55 Comox Rd in Nanaimo: Na Old City Multi Family for sale : MLS®# 1022612

    55 Comox Rd Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 3H7
    Main Photo: 55 Comox Rd in Nanaimo: Na Old City Multi Family for sale : MLS®# 1022612

    55 Comox Rd Nanaimo V9R 3H7 Na Old City

    $650,000
    Commercial Sale
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    1022612
    Prime development opportunity in waterfront downtown Nanaimo! This 11,394 sq ft lot zoned DT-5 allows for high - density multi story residential with compatible commercial uses. Enjoy stunning ocean views and picturesque vistas of Maffeo Sutton Park, with direct access to parks and the seawall, steps from vibrant downtown amenities. The seller has completed a survey and provides a detailed proposal for a 6 storey, 21 unit condominium with underground parking, designed to maximize ocean views and integrate with the urban landscape ( for buyers reference only ) Priced to sell, this is a rare chance for developers to create a landmark project in Nanaimo's coveted waterfront downtown area. Price plus tax. More details
    Listed by eXp Realty (NA)
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 223 Victoria Rd in Nanaimo: Na Old City Unimproved Land for sale : MLS®# 1023348

    223 Victoria Rd Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 4P7
    Main Photo: 223 Victoria Rd in Nanaimo: Na Old City Unimproved Land for sale : MLS®# 1023348

    223 Victoria Rd Nanaimo V9R 4P7 Na Old City

    $375,000
    Commercial Sale
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    1023348
    223 Victoria Road presents a rare and highly strategic multi-family development opportunity in Nanaimo. Unlike the large-scale multi-family projects that dominate the market and require substantial working capital, this approved four-unit townhouse-style complex offers a more accessible entry point for builders while maintaining strong investment potential. The property is ideally situated within walking distance of downtown and central shopping, ensuring long-term desirability.This project features a unique mix of residential and live-work spaces. The standout unit is a rare live-work design with a 521 sq. ft. ground-floor office space that connects via an internal staircase to a two-bedroom, 774 sq. ft. residential unit above.The second level also has a separate exterior entrance, maximizing functionality and rental appeal.The remaining three units are well-designed two-bedroom residences of approximately 820 sq/ft.,each with a private outdoor deck and townhouse-style exterior access More details
    Listed by Real Broker
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 300 S Terminal Ave in Nanaimo: Na Old City Mixed Use for sale : MLS®# 1024752

    300 S Terminal Ave Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 5C8
    Main Photo: 300 S Terminal Ave in Nanaimo: Na Old City Mixed Use for sale : MLS®# 1024752

    300 S Terminal Ave Nanaimo V9R 5C8 Na Old City

    $449,000
    Commercial Sale
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    1024752
    INVESTORS ALERT! Downtown Core Nanaimo, best price for a building in one of Canada's top rated cities. Owner may VTM finance! This high viz building offers strong HWY Exposure and a central position adjacent to city operated covered parkade offering plenty of parking. With about 3,600 sq ft over two levels, each floor offers up both separate entrances & bathrooms for max investors flexibility & owner occupiers. An owner could utilize part of the upper floor while maintaining rental income from the ground floor and remaining spaces. With steady income, long term equity potential, and Nanaimo's continued growth, this DT4 zoned building is attractively priced and represents one of the best value commercial opportunities in the downtown core area. Potential uses include office, retail, medical, restaurant, studio, service, and other commercial applications (subject to city approval) All measurements and permitted uses to be verified by the buyer if deemed important. Easy to show More details
    Listed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty (Nan)
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC

  • 532 Selby St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Land for sale : MLS®# 1027431

    532 Selby St Na Old City Nanaimo V9R 2R8
    Main Photo: 532 Selby St in Nanaimo: Na Old City Land for sale : MLS®# 1027431

    532 Selby St Nanaimo V9R 2R8 Na Old City

    $249,900
    Residential
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    1027431
    APPROVED FOR A SMALLER SETBACK TO ALLOW A GOOD-SIZED FAMILY HOME! This prime 38 x 74.4 ft cleared vacant lot is an incredible opportunity to bring your plans and develop a building with innumerable possible uses. The board of variance has recently approved a setback of 1.52m which will give more flexibility in building a residential home. Zoned DT8, this flexible use zoning allows for mixed-use commercial and residential, residential use, street level commercial with second and third floors as multi-family residential uses, and more. The location is perfectly suited for a thriving business, adjacent to Nob Hill Park and close to all services and the vibrant Nanaimo Harbour. City services are available to the lot as well as natural gas. Enjoy breathtaking views of the mountain and city by adding height on the upper levels. The DT8 zoning permits a variety of businesses to be built. Don't miss out on your chance to build your dream property in this fantastic downtown location. More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Island Living (PK)
    LISTING DETAILS
    DEANA BAUMEL PREC
    MICHAEL PETERSON PREC
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