628 Winchester Ave
Nanaimo, BC V9R4B7
$699,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 5,208 square feet
- Zoning
- Residential
R5
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $4,774
Interior
- Heating
- Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Electric
- Cooling / A/C
- Partially air conditioned, Air Conditioned
- Fireplace
- Yes (1)
Parking
- Total spaces
- 1
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | Main level | 12'5 |
| Laundry room | Main level | 7'7 |
| Ensuite | Main level | 3-Piece |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 11'9 x 11'11 |
| Bathroom | Main level | 4-Piece |
| Bedroom | Main level | 9'10 x 9'6 |
| Bedroom | Main level | 9'10 x 8'6 |
| Kitchen | Main level | 17'4 x 9'9 |
| Dining room | Main level | 13'10 x 15'8 |
| Living room | Main level | 17'7 x 13'5 |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1046384
- Listed
- August 7, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 24 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: REMAX Professionals (NA) · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Affordable South Nanaimo Rancher with Lane Access Welcome to this well-maintained South Nanaimo rancher, built in 2002. Offering the convenience of one-level living, this inviting home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and is situated on an approximately 5,208 sq. ft. lot with rear lane access. Thoughtfully refreshed with recent updates, this move-in-ready home features new flooring throughout, beautifully renovated bathrooms, and a new refrigerator and stove, providing modern comfort and peace of mind. Step inside to a bright and welcoming living and dining area, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The traditional kitchen is located at the rear of the home and provides direct access to the backyard, making it ideal for outdoor enjoyment. Down the hall, you'll find three well-appointed bedrooms, including the spacious primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and private ensuite. Additional features include a laundry room conveniently located off the single-car garage and a mezzanine above the garage, offering excellent storage space. The above-ground pool is included with the home and can remain for your enjoyment or be removed prior to possession if preferred. Also included in the purchase are the storage units in the living room and kitchen, along with the Murphy bed in the guest bedroom, adding exceptional functionality and value. Ideally located close to shopping, schools, parks, and other amenities, this home presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking an affordable retirement home. All data and measurements are approximate and should be verified if deemed important. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$530/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
South Nanaimo average
$435/sqft
46 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
44
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia Avenue Elementary | Elementary | 447 m |
| Bayview Elementary | Elementary | 638 m |
| Learning Alternatives | Secondary | 750 m |
| John Barsby Secondary | Secondary | 750 m |
| Park Avenue Elementary | Elementary | 1.2 km |
| Nanaimo District Secondary | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Secondaire de Nanaimo | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Fairview Elementary | Elementary | 1.6 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+)
- Burger Factory Nanaimo · 601 Bruce Avenue275 m
- Ai Sushi go416 m
- Baby Salsa434 m
- Rhythm Chinese Restaurant435 m
- Mandarin House590 m
Cafes (2)
- Tim Hortons328 m
- Starbucks · 540 Fifth Street398 m
Grocery (2)
- Buy Low Foods442 m
- Truong Thanh Specialty Asian Grocery594 m
Parks (5+)
- Robins Park272 m
- Rosamond Park · 1 Rosamond Street415 m
- Cat Stream Watercourse Park466 m
- Railway/Connaught Park587 m
- Old Harewood School Sports Field · 502 Howard Avenue619 m
Shopping (2)
- Unnamed · 510 Fifth Street377 m
- University Village · 530 Fifth Street445 m
Pharmacies (1)
- Shoppers Drug Mart368 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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