654 Farquhar St
Nanaimo, BC V9R2E5
$579,900
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 9,405 square feet
- Zoning
- Residential
R 14
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $3,399
Interior
- Heating
- Heat Pump, Forced air
- Cooling / A/C
- Air Conditioned
- Fireplace
- None
Exterior & Lot
- View
- Ocean view
Parking
- Total spaces
- 1 — uncovered indicated
- Features
- Open
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Porch | Main level | 4'11 x 27'5 |
| Bathroom | Main level | — |
| Laundry room | Main level | 5'2 x 10'1 |
| Dining room | Main level | 11'5 x 13'7 |
| Bedroom | Main level | 11'5 x 11'3 |
| Kitchen | Main level | 13'6 |
| Bedroom | Main level | 13'4 |
| Living room | Main level | 14'6 x 15'5 |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 11'10 x 11'4 |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1042408
- Listed
- July 7, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 55 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: REMAX Professionals (NA) · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Lovely character home in South Nanaimo with ocean views. Offering a rare blend of charm, comfort, and future potential, this well-laid out 3-bedroom plus den, 1-bathroom home features an excellent floor plan with over height ceilings that enhance the sense of space and light throughout. The inviting well sized living room creates a cozy yet refined atmosphere, while a bright, open-concept kitchen provides an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining, filled with natural light. Recent upgrades include new windows and a new back deck, improving both energy efficiency and outdoor enjoyment. A heat pump provides efficient year-round heating and cooling for modern comfort. Set on an expansive property with convenient lane access, this home also presents exciting potential for a laneway house or future development options (buyer to verify). The ample outdoor space is ideal for pets, families, gardeners, or investors alike. Located on a quiet no through road, adds to the home’s appeal. Whether you’re a first-time buyer looking to enter the market or an investor seeking a solid opportunity with upside potential, this property delivers exceptional value in a sought-after setting. All measurements are approximate and should be verified if important. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$462/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
Old City average
$422/sqft
15 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
7/9 categories nearby
Transit
—
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bayview Elementary | Elementary | 455 m |
| Georgia Avenue Elementary | Elementary | 1.1 km |
| Pauline Haarer Elementary | Elementary | 1.3 km |
| John Barsby Secondary | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Learning Alternatives | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Park Avenue Elementary | Elementary | 1.6 km |
| Fairview Elementary | Elementary | 1.7 km |
| Nanaimo District Secondary | Secondary | 1.8 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
Restaurants (5+)
- MGM · 240 Nicol Street226 m
- Indian Grill's397 m
- Bar Luna · Victoria Road 7623 m
- Bamboo Garden · 67 Victoria Crescent706 m
- Thai Cook · 22 Victoria Crescent748 m
Cafes (1)
- The Vault Cafe · 499 Wallace Street746 m
Grocery (1)
- Superette402 m
Parks (5+)
- View Street Park · 38 View Street292 m
- Rosamond Park · 1 Rosamond Street357 m
- Deverill Square Gyro 2 Park · 200 Irwin Street412 m
- Nob Hill Park · 400 Milford Crescent482 m
- Robins Park530 m
Gyms (1)
- Dolly's Gym · 111 Nicol Street399 m
Pharmacies (1)
- Central Drugs651 m
Banks & ATMs (2)
- Superette Foods - Bitcoin Well ATM · 687 Albert Street410 m
- TD764 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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