3161 Marion Way
Nanaimo, BC V9T3Z8
$800,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 10,019 square feet
- Zoning
- Residential
R5
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $4,892
Interior
- Heating
- Baseboard heaters, Electric
- Cooling / A/C
- None
- Fireplace
- Yes (1)
Exterior & Lot
- View
- Mountain view
Parking
- Total spaces
- 4
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom | Lower level | 4-Piece |
| Kitchen | Lower level | 18'3 x 10'9 |
| Primary Bedroom | Lower level | 9'3 x 10'1 |
| Living room | Lower level | 13'3 x 14'5 |
| Laundry room | Lower level | 5'8 x 10'10 |
| Kitchen | Main level | 11'1 x 11'7 |
| Living room | Lower level | 15'8 x 15'2 |
| Dining room | Main level | 11'5 x 9'2 |
| Bedroom | Main level | 10'5 x 8'7 |
| Bedroom | Main level | 10'5 x 9'5 |
| Bedroom | Main level | 11'1 x 12'4 |
| Ensuite | Main level | 2-Piece |
| Bathroom | Main level | 4-Piece |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1041934
- Listed
- July 2, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 60 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: eXp Realty (NA) · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Situated just steps from Sugarloaf Mountain (One of Nanaimo's best sunrise spots) this home is tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the popular Sherwood Forest pocket of Departure Bay in Nanaimo. Considered one of the city’s most desirable locations, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers a versatile 2-unit setup. The main level features a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath layout with a spacious south facing rear deck, perfect for morning coffee. The kitchen is nicely separated from the dining and living areas, creating a functional layout. Luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout, and the updated 4-piece bathroom adds a modern touch. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and convenient 2-piece ensuite, while the additional bedrooms feature stylish barn doors on the closets. The lower level offers a well-laid-out 1-bedroom, 1-bath suite complete with a full 4-piece bathroom and access to a covered outdoor patio with a privacy screen ideal for extended family or rental income. Additional features include modern updates throughout the kitchens and bathrooms, including black granite countertops, a newer washer and dryer, 2 year old hot water tank, and an upgraded 200-amp electrical panel (2 years ago). The roof is approximately 2 years old and features durable 30-year architectural laminate shingles. A convenient storage shed and RV parking adds extra functionality. Located just minutes from Departure Bay Elementary, Departure Bay Beach, and local favourites like Drip Coffee, this property offers an unbeatable lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for an investment opportunity, a mortgage helper, or a home that puts you close to nature, parks, and amenities, this location truly stands out. (Measurements approximate; buyer to verify) (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$412/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
Departure Bay average
$477/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
13°C
Partly Cloudy
Humidity 89%
Wind WSW 6 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
15
2/9 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 | 324 m |
| Rock City Elementary | Elementary | 1.5 km |
| Cilaire Elementary | Elementary | 1.9 km |
| Wellington Secondary | Secondary | 2.1 km |
| Oceane | Elementary | 2.4 km |
| Hammond Bay Elementary | Elementary | 2.5 km |
| Forest Park Elementary | Elementary | 2.5 km |
| Discover Montessori School(Independent) | Elementary/Middle | 2.8 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
Cafes (2)
- Drip Coffee Social · 2835 Departure Bay Road538 m
- Felice Cafe · 1420 Wingrove Street643 m
Parks (5+)
- Sugarloaf Mountain Park · 3160 Marion Way128 m
- Jesters Way Park · 1392 Jesters Way326 m
- Wardropper Park · 2957 Departure Bay Road335 m
- Friar Tuck Beach Access391 m
- Woodstream Park463 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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