830 Beach Dr
Nanaimo, BC V9S2Y3
$949,900
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 8,636 square feet
- Zoning
- Residential
R5
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $7,344.7
Interior
- Heating
- Forced air, Natural gas
- Cooling / A/C
- None
- Fireplace
- Yes (2)
Parking
- Total spaces
- 2
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Workshop | Lower level | 13'4 x 21'10 |
| Kitchen | Lower level | 12'2 x 11'2 |
| Bathroom | Lower level | 4-Piece |
| Laundry room | Lower level | 9'10 x 13'6 |
| Living room | Lower level | 19'3 x 13'6 |
| Bedroom | Lower level | 11'4 x 11'0 |
| Bedroom | Lower level | 9'10 x 10'8 |
| Den | Lower level | 14'10 x 7'9 |
| Bathroom | Main level | 4-Piece |
| Bedroom | Main level | 10'2 x 11'8 |
| Ensuite | Main level | 3-Piece |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 11'10 x 11'9 |
| Kitchen | Main level | 19'1 x 11'9 |
| Dining room | Main level | 9'2 x 12'2 |
| Entrance | Main level | 8'9 x 3'8 |
| Living room | Main level | 16'5 x 13'6 |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1038241
- Listed
- May 26, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 97 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN) · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Perched above Departure Bay, this beautifully updated 1954 residence blends timeless West Coast character with modern comfort. Set on a quiet stretch of Beach Drive and backing onto peaceful Beach Estates Park, this 4 bedroom + den, 3 bathroom home offers a rare combination of privacy, history, and flexibility in one of Nanaimo’s most sought-after neighbourhoods. Originally constructed in 1954, the home showcases classic post and beam design with vaulted ceilings and an incredible floor to ceiling wall of windows framing the natural surroundings and ocean outlook. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, the main level features a stunning new kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, subway tile backsplash, and an open concept layout flowing into the dining and living areas. Step out onto the expansive deck to take in the views, watch the ferries pass, or enjoy the ever-changing coastal landscape. Both main floor bedrooms include their own beautifully renovated ensuite bathrooms, creating a comfortable and functional layout for everyday living. Downstairs offers additional living space with a fully finished lower level, including 2 bedrooms, a den, separate laundry, and suite potential for extended family, guests, or mortgage helper flexibility. Outside, the property offers multiple spaces to relax and entertain. There is an oversized single garage, additional workshop or storage space, RV parking, and direct access to nearby walking trails just steps away. A trail two doors down leads through the park to the shoreline, while the location keeps you close to the marina, ferry terminal, shopping, schools, downtown Nanaimo, and all amenities. A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully restored mid-century home in an exceptional neighbourhood with flexibility for multigenerational living or income potential. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$384/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
Brechin Hill average
$469/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
37
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oceane | Elementary | 427 m |
| Cilaire Elementary | Elementary | 522 m |
| Discover Montessori School(Independent) | Elementary/Middle | 974 m |
| Career Technical Centre | Secondary | 974 m |
| Brechin Elementary | Elementary | 1.6 km |
| Quarterway Elementary | Elementary | 1.9 km |
| Departure Bay Elementary | Elementary | 2.0 km |
| Forest Park Elementary | Elementary | 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 (2)
- Zougla · 2021 Estevan Road444 m
- Shanghai City Restaurant666 m
Cafes (2)
- Black Magic Coffee House343 m
- Tim Hortons589 m
Grocery (1)
- Save-On-Foods663 m
Parks (3)
- Beach Estates Park · 2140 Departure Bay Road209 m
- Estevan Park · 1885 Estevan Road471 m
- Cilaire Park 2 · 121 Cilaire Drive519 m
Gyms (2)
- Anytime Fitness636 m
- Fit Body Boot Camp647 m
Banks & ATMs (3)
- Unnamed354 m
- RBC713 m
- BMO784 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Nanaimo-Ladysmith (SD68)
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