About Central Nanaimo

Central Nanaimo is within 5-15 minutes of just about any point in the city. This including South, Central, and North End shopping malls, our cities Nanaimo Regional Hospital, golf courses, The Nanaimo Airport (YCD), and so much more. The wide variety of homes for sale in this large, central area of the city is what makes it so desirable by most homebuyers. Whether it’s your first home or subsequent home, or real estate investment there are a number of options to choose from.

Home Styles

Heritage homes, new subdivision, condos, older bungalows, fixer-uppers, and the all familiar Nanaimo box, can all be found in Central Nanaimo. Rental properties are in high demand in this area, meaning lots of potential for the right investor. Most homes in Central Nanaimo were built 70s-80s, and feature larger lots, varied architectural styles and mature landscaping.

Location

Central Nanaimo is just that, central. With access to two Island Highways, bus routes, and more recently added bike lanes, it’s easy to navigate your way around the city from here. Many of Nanaimo’s most charished landmarks and parks are located in the heart of the city.

Bowen Park

Bowen Park is located in Central Nanaimo. Most of the 36 hectare park remains undeveloped with a series of interpretive trails meander along the Millstone River. A popular place for a stroll leads to a scenic waterfall and fish ladder.

Visit the duck pond, an amazing rhododendron grove with over 350 different species, or one of the amenities include an outdoor swimming pool that is open in the summer, sports fields, a curling club, outdoor lacrosse box, disc golf, tennis courts, horseshoe pitches, sand volleyball courts, two playgrounds, lawn bowling green, an outdoor amphitheatre available for weddings and other private events, as well as two covered picnic shelters.

Schools Near Central Nanaimo

• Claire Elementary
• Quarterway Elementary
• Brechin Elementary
• Forest Park Elementary
• Woodlands Secondary