HouseCA$545,000
Nanaimo
2 bd 3 ba 93 m²
Buy a House in Nanaimo, British Columbia
879 homes and apartments for sale in Nanaimo, Canada.
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Properties for sale in Nanaimo
24 properties shown
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ApartmentCA$899,900
Nanaimo
2 bd 2 ba 142 m²
ApartmentCA$329,900
Nanaimo
1 bd 1 ba 58 m²
CA$969,900
Nanaimo
5 bd 4 ba 242 m²
CA$6,890,000
Nanaimo
2 bd 2 ba 67 m²
HouseCA$190,000
Nanaimo
3 bd 1 ba 95 m²
ApartmentCA$595,000
Nanaimo
2 bd 2 ba 111 m²
ApartmentCA$415,000
Nanaimo
1 bd 1 ba 76 m²
CA$599,000
Nanaimo
4 bd 2 ba 176 m²
ApartmentCA$330,000
Nanaimo
2 bd 1 ba 148 m²
CA$1,125,000
Nanaimo
3 bd 2 ba 286 m²
CA$645,000
Nanaimo
3 bd 3 ba 171 m²
CA$599,900
Nanaimo
3 bd 2 ba 119 m²
ApartmentCA$898,000
Nanaimo
2 bd 2 ba 159 m²
ApartmentCA$564,900
Nanaimo
2 bd 2 ba 102 m²
ApartmentCA$849,900
Nanaimo
2 bd 2 ba 168 m²
HouseCA$519,000
Nanaimo
2 bd 2 ba 163 m²
CA$3,250,000
Nanaimo
4 bd 3 ba 1,958 m²
ApartmentCA$749,000
Nanaimo
2 bd 2 ba 97 m²
ApartmentCA$499,000
Nanaimo
3 bd 2 ba 119 m²
HouseCA$624,900
Nanaimo
2 bd 2 ba 133 m²
CA$600,000
Nanaimo
3 bd 2 ba 207 m²
ApartmentCA$439,900
Nanaimo
2 bd 1 ba 68 m²
ApartmentCA$399,900
Nanaimo
1 bd 1 ba 54 m²
Buyer's guide: Nanaimo
Nanaimo is the largest city on central Vancouver Island and a lower-cost alternative to Vancouver. Current listings show 877 properties with a median asking price of €454,397, shown in euro terms, and a median of €2,594 per m².
Nanaimo numbers
Asking prices from current RealEstateAbroad listings, presented in euros.
| Measure | Nanaimo |
|---|---|
| Listings | 877 |
| Median asking price | €454,397 |
| Middle half (p25-p75) | €306,525 - €604,902 |
| Median price per m² | €2,594 |
| Median size | 186 m² |
Houses lead
Houses make up 573 listings, apartments (condos and townhouses) 186, land 106 and commercial 12. Bedrooms split widely: 215 two-bed, 205 three-bed, 161 with five or more, 115 four-bed and 61 one-bed. Large houses with suites are common, as buyers use basement units for rental income.
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Why Nanaimo
The city sits on the east coast of Vancouver Island, with ferries to the Vancouver area and a harbourfront promenade. Neighbourhoods include the old city quarter, Departure Bay, Hammond Bay and North Nanaimo's shopping areas. Mild winters, boating, hiking and the island lifestyle draw retirees, remote workers and families from the mainland.
If you want a bigger metropolitan market, compare Vancouver or the suburb of Surrey, where prices are higher.
Nanaimo is the island alternative: roughly €2,594 per m² against much higher Vancouver levels.
Foreign buyers in Canada
Under the federal Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act, most overseas buyers cannot currently buy homes in Nanaimo; work permit holders, permanent residents and some other groups are exempt. Verify status and expiry before you commit. British Columbia also levies an additional property transfer tax on some foreign purchasers and a speculation and vacancy tax in designated areas; confirm exemptions and rates.
Typical costs include property transfer tax, legal fees and title insurance (approx., verify). Read our Canada guide, buying process and financing guide.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in Nanaimo: FAQ
Can foreigners buy property in Nanaimo?
Most non-Canadians are restricted from buying residential property for now; exemptions exist. Consult a lawyer.
What is the typical house price?
The median asking price across listings is €454,397.
How do I reach Vancouver?
By ferry from Nanaimo's terminals, with crossings taking about 90 minutes.
Are there plots?
106 land listings are available.
Is Nanaimo good for retirees?
Many retirees choose it for mild weather and amenities.
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