Welcome to 3970 Bovanis Road, in the sought-after community of Bowser. A multigenerational living opportunity just steps from the shoreline. This well-maintained home offers glimpses of ocean views from the upper levels and coastal living at an attractive price point. The home features 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and loft space. A spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath self-contained in-law suite on the main floor, complete with its own full kitchen (non-conforming), is ideal for extended family or rental income. The top floor includes an impressive 670 sq ft recreation room, perfect as a media room, studio, office, playroom, or additional bedroom. Bright and inviting throughout, the home is filled with natural light and offers both front and back decks for year-round enjoyment. The fully fenced and landscaped yard includes a greenhouse, storage shed, covered carport, and ample outdoor space. A versatile property offering exceptional value near the ocean.
For sale
C$835,000
3970 Bovanis Rd, Nanaimo, BC V0R 1G0
4beds
5baths
2,840sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$294/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Loft spaceBright and inviting throughoutFilled with natural lightStorage shedCovered carportAmple outdoor space
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Listed by:
Mary Renkema,
Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island North
Source: VIVA,MLS®#: 1044802
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Level: Main,Lower
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Dining/Living Combo, French Doors, Storage
- Flooring: Mixed
- Windows: Vinyl Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,840
- Total interior livable area: 2,840 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Carport, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Ground Level Main Floor
Features
- Entry location: Main Level
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Features: Easy Access, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Landscaped, Marina Nearby, Near Golf Course, Quiet Area, Serviced
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 001415689
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame Wood, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Regional/Improvement District
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Family-Oriented Neighbourhood
Location
- Region: Nanaimo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$294/sqft
- Tax assessed value: C$893,000
- Annual tax amount: C$3,835
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
- Ownership: Freehold
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Price change | C$835,000-1.8%C$294/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | C$849,900C$299/sqft |
Source: VIVA #1044802 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: V0R
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