Steps from the waterfront in downtown Nanaimo, this 1920’s character home zone R8 offers ocean views, original charm, and plenty of potential for the right buyer. With 1,111 sqft of main level living, the home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, stained glass details, and character touches throughout. The unfinished lower level provides an additional 1,203 sqft of storage or workshop space and offers future possibilities for redevelopment or added utility. In need of updating and restoration, this property is ready to be reimagined and refined with a new owner’s vision and creativity. Located close to Nanaimo’s waterfront, marinas, restaurants, shopping, and downtown amenities, this is a unique opportunity to bring new life to a classic home in a sought-after location.
For sale
C$749,900
50 Mount Benson St, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1B2
3beds
1baths
1,111sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$675/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Ocean viewsOriginal charmStained glass detailsCharacter touches throughout
- 98 days
- 46
- 2
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Laura Solowoniuk,
460 Realty Inc. (QU)
Source: VIVA,MLS®#: 1037794
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,314
- Total interior livable area: 1,111 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Entry location: Main Level
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 008825378
- Zoning: R8
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame Wood, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Municipal
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Nanaimo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$675/sqft
- Tax assessed value: C$574,000
- Annual tax amount: C$3,904
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Ownership: Freehold
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | C$749,900C$675/sqft |
Source: VIVA #1037794 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: New Castle
Nearby schools
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