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  • C$829,900

    471 Selby St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2R6

    3beds
    3baths
    2,772sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1901
    9,147 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    C$299/sqft
    C$-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautifully reimagined character homePrivate urban retreatMature fruit treesBbq area
    Set in the heart of Nanaimo’s historic Old City, this beautifully reimagined character home blends timeless charm w/ a modern, flexible lifestyle. Step inside to soaring 14-ft cathedral ceilings & a bright, open living and dining space filled with natural light. Extensively renovated in 2018 with permits, the home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,772 sq. ft. of finished living space, plus a finished 6-foot basement. Outside, the fully fenced 8,944 sq. ft. lot feels like a private urban retreat with mature fruit trees, a gazebo, patio and BBQ area. A heated detached garage with its own full bathroom adds incredible versatility as a home office or income generator. Walk to downtown cafés, shops and the seawall, with Hullo and Harbour Air less than 10 minutes away. Upgrades inc. windows, structural upgrades, plumbing, electrical wiring & insulation. DT8 mixed-use zoning creates a rare opportunity to live, work, create or invest in one of Nanaimo’s most character-filled neighbourhoods.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Siya Herman,

    Oakwyn Realty Ltd. (NA)

    Source: VIVA,MLS®#: 1050152

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Electric
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • Cathedral Entry, Dining/Living Combo, Soaker Tub, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Workshop
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
      • Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens, Vinyl Frames, Window Coverings
      • Basement: Finished,Not Full Height,With Windows
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,705
      • Total interior livable area: 2,772 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Driveway, Garage, On Street, Garage Door Opener
      • Garage spaces: 1
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Entry location: Main Level
      • Patio & porch: Balcony/Deck, Balcony/Patio
      • Exterior features: Garden, Lighting
      • Fencing: Full
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City
      Lot
      • Size: 9,147 Square Feet
      • Features: Central Location, Easy Access, Landscaped, Level, Rectangular Lot, Serviced, Shopping Nearby, Southern Exposure
      Details
      • Additional structures: Gazebo, Guest House, Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 001023233
      • Zoning: DT-8
      • Zoning description: Residential/Commercial

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Character,Heritage
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame Wood, Insulation All, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1901

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: Municipal
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Compost, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Phone Available, Recycling

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Sidewalks
      Location
      • Region: Nanaimo

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: C$299/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: C$683,000
      • Annual tax amount: C$4,993
      • Date on market: 9/22/2026
      • Ownership: Freehold
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/22/2026Listed for saleC$829,900C$299/sqft
        Source: VIVA #1050152 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Tax history is unavailable.

        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: City Centre

        Getting around

        92 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        55 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating

        No schools nearby

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