2535 Holyrood Dr
Nanaimo, BC V9S4L1
$850,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 12,197 square feet
- Zoning
- Residential
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $5,686.44
Interior
- Heating
- Natural gas
- Cooling / A/C
- Window air conditioner
- Fireplace
- Yes (1)
Exterior & Lot
- View
- Mountain view, Ocean view
Parking
- Total spaces
- 4
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom | Main level | 3-Piece |
| Ensuite | Lower level | 2-Piece |
| Bedroom | Lower level | — |
| Recreation room | Lower level | — |
| Laundry room | Lower level | — |
| Workshop | Lower level | — |
| Dining room | Main level | — |
| Kitchen | Main level | — |
| Dining nook | Main level | — |
| Bedroom | Main level | — |
| Bedroom | Main level | — |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | — |
| Living room | Main level | — |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1039083
- Listed
- June 3, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 89 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN) · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Welcome to this exceptional family home in the highly desirable Departure Bay area, where stunning ocean views. Situated on a generous 12,000 sq. ft. lot, this well-maintained property offers plenty of space for families, gardening enthusiasts, and outdoor entertaining. Enjoy breathtaking views of Departure Bay from the main living areas, with the dining room perfectly positioned to capture the ever-changing coastal scenery. Watch BC Ferries arrive and depart while enjoying your morning coffee or hosting family dinners against a spectacular ocean backdrop. The home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing comfortable accommodation for growing families or those needing extra space for guests. Hardwood flooring adds warmth and character to the interior, while large windows invite natural light and showcase the beautiful views. The functional layout is designed for comfortable family living. Step outside to the covered 12' x 12' back patio, an ideal setting for year-round barbecues, entertaining friends, or simply relaxing while overlooking the private backyard. Air conditioning provides added comfort during warmer summer months. The expansive lot offers endless possibilities, whether you envision additional landscaping, play areas for children, or creating your own outdoor oasis. Located in one of Nanaimo's most sought-after neighbourhoods, this home is just minutes from shopping, schools, parks, beaches, restaurants, recreation facilities, and transportation. The convenient location allows you to enjoy all the amenities of city living while taking advantage of the peaceful coastal setting that makes Departure Bay so special. This is a rare opportunity to own a spacious ocean-view family home on a large lot in a prime location. With spectacular views, comfortable living spaces, and easy access to everything Nanaimo has to offer, this property is ready to welcome its next family home. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$296/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
Departure Bay average
$481/sqft
37 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
19
4/9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Departure Bay Elementary | Elementary | 841 m |
| Cilaire Elementary | Elementary | 1.0 km |
| Forest Park Elementary | Elementary | 1.5 km |
| Oceane | Elementary | 1.6 km |
| Rock City Elementary | Elementary | 1.7 km |
| Discover Montessori School(Independent) | Elementary/Middle | 1.9 km |
| Career Technical Centre | Secondary | 1.9 km |
| Wellington Secondary | Secondary | 2.1 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 (1)
- Amore Bistro Café618 m
Cafes (2)
- Felice Cafe · 1420 Wingrove Street526 m
- Drip Coffee Social · 2835 Departure Bay Road654 m
Parks (5+)
- Cosgrove Traffic Circle 2240 m
- Cosgrove Traffic Circle 1423 m
- Staffordshire Park · 2810 Staffordshire Terrace492 m
- Kinsmen Park524 m
- Departure Bay Centennial Park · 1420 Bay Street633 m
Gyms (3)
- Body Tempo Health & Fitness615 m
- Island Top Team Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu662 m
- Woo Kim Nanaimo Taekwondo School730 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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