1251 Discovery Ave
Nanaimo, BC V9S4B3
$999,500
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 6,900 square feet
- Zoning
- Residential
R1
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $6,757
Interior
- Heating
- Heat Pump, Forced air, Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV)
- Cooling / A/C
- Air Conditioned
- Fireplace
- Yes (2)
Exterior & Lot
- View
- Ocean view
- Lot features
- Central location, Corner Site, Other, Rectangular, Marine Oriented
Building
- Parcel ID (PID)
- 004-474-309
Parking
- Total spaces
- 4
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance | Lower level | 13'8 x 9'9 |
| Bathroom | Lower level | 3-Piece |
| Other | Lower level | 9'5 x 5'3 |
| Bedroom | Lower level | 15'3 x 10'6 |
| Bedroom | Lower level | 12'3 x 9'7 |
| Family room | Lower level | 20'6 |
| Bathroom | Main level | 2-Piece |
| Laundry room | Main level | 12'3 x 7'1 |
| Ensuite | Main level | 5-Piece |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 16'6 x 12'8 |
| Kitchen | Main level | 12'17 x 18'10 |
| Dining room | Main level | 10'8 x 8'1 |
| Living room | Main level | 18'10 x 18'1 |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1045091
- Listed
- August 5, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 27 days
- Data last synced
- September 1, 2026
Listing provided by: REMAX Professionals (NA) · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Located in the highly desirable Brechin Hill neighbourhood, this exceptional home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy modern construction in an area known primarily for its older homes. Perfectly positioned for an active lifestyle, you'll love being within walking distance of shopping, parks, trails, restaurants, the seawall, marinas, ferry terminals, seaplane service, & minutes from downtown. Designed with quality, comfort & efficiency in mind, this home features an ICF foundation, Smart Wall construction system, hot water on demand, an HRV system, whole-home water filtration, two gas fireplaces, and a transfer panel for generator backup. A new cold-climate heat pump was installed in 2025, providing year-round comfort and energy efficiency. The home showcases beautiful hardwood flooring, slate tile, & cork flooring in the kitchen. The impressive chef's kitchen is designed for entertaining, complete with a six-burner gas range, double wall ovens, two sinks, custom cabinetry, and generous counter space, all flowing seamlessly into the stunning living room with vaulted ceilings, unique architectural angles, expansive windows & beautiful views of the active channel. The main level extends effortlessly to a partially covered deck, perfect for year-round barbecuing & entertaining. The primary suite offers direct deck access, a walk-in closet, & a well-appointed ensuite. Completing the main floor are a convenient two-piece powder room and a combined laundry and pantry room. The lower level welcomes you with a spacious foyer leading to a large family room with access to the wraparound porch. Also on this level are the 2nd & 3rd bedrooms (one without a closet), a full bathroom, mechanical room & an oversized double garage. A separate workshop adjoining the garage offers excellent potential for a home-based business. Adding to the home's design is a rarely found dumbwaiter, providing effortless transport between the lower & upper levels. This is truly a unique offering. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$421/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
Brechin Hill average
$465/sqft
10 active listing(s)
Per-stall/locker dollar values aren't itemized in our data source — shown as included/not indicated only, not a fabricated estimate. $/sqft averages are computed live from other active listings, not a third-party model.
Location Insights
Weather
15°C
Partly Cloudy
Humidity 85%
Wind N 2 km/h
Tonight
12°
Tuesday
21°
Tuesday night
14°
Wednesday
16°
Wednesday night
11°
Thursday
17°
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Population
99,863
(2021 Census)
+10.3% since 2016
Density: 1,104.1/km²
Dwellings: 45,138
Median household income: $75,500
After-tax: $68,500
Immigrant population: 16.1%
Top countries of origin (% of total population)
- United Kingdom3.5% · 3,495
- China1.3% · 1,285
- United States of America1.2% · 1,155
- India1.1% · 1,075
- Philippines1% · 1,040
- Germany0.6% · 635
- Korea, South0.5% · 470
- Viet Nam0.5% · 455
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Location Accessibility
Our own metric — not an official Walk Score®.
Amenities
48
6/9 categories nearby
Transit
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Not enough data yet
How this is calculated
Amenities: points awarded per category (restaurants, cafes, grocery, parks, shopping, gyms, pharmacies, banks/ATMs, healthcare) based on distance to the nearest one — 3 points under 200m, 2 points under 500m, 1 point under 800m — summed across all 9 categories and scaled to 0–100.
Transit: based on the number of transit stops within 800m and their mode (SkyTrain weighted highest, then streetcar/ferry, then bus). This reflects stop type and count only — our data doesn't include how often a route actually runs, so frequency is never factored in.
Both scores depend on how much of the surrounding area has been synced from OpenStreetMap and TransLink's GTFS feed. A lower score can mean fewer amenities nearby, or simply that this area hasn't been fully synced yet — not a confident measurement of the location itself.
Nearby Schools
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brechin Elementary | Elementary | 737 m |
| Oceane | Elementary | 1.1 km |
| Discover Montessori School(Independent) | Elementary/Middle | 1.2 km |
| Career Technical Centre | Secondary | 1.2 km |
| Cilaire Elementary | Elementary | 1.7 km |
| Pauline Haarer Elementary | Elementary | 1.7 km |
| Fairview Elementary | Elementary | 1.9 km |
| Quarterway Elementary | Elementary | 2.0 km |
Schools shown by distance from this property. This does not indicate school catchment or enrollment eligibility — contact the school district to confirm catchment boundaries.
Nearby Transit
No TransLink stops within an ~10-minute walk.
Nearby Places
Restaurants (5+)
- Manvirros Indian Grill · 1045 Terminal Avenue North310 m
- Pita Land Mideast Urban Kitchen · 1150 Terminal Avenue North319 m
- Pizza Hut · 1150 Terminal Avenue North367 m
- Nemo Sushi421 m
- Danpung Momiji 310 · 505 Terminal Avenue North634 m
Cafes (1)
- Starbucks387 m
Grocery (1)
- Bulk Barn · 1150 Terminal Avenue North400 m
Parks (3)
- Saint George Ravine Park · 980 Terminal Avenue North200 m
- Chinese Memorial Gardens Park · 105 Saint George Street292 m
- Barney Moriez Park · 450 Poplar Street420 m
Pharmacies (1)
- Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy · 1150 Terminal Avenue North322 m
Banks & ATMs (2)
- Freedom 55 Financial300 m
- BMO571 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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