About 3796 Departure Bay Rd
Prime development opportunity in the heart of Departure Bay! Situated on a 7,500 SF corner lot and zoned R5, this property offers outstanding potential for developers, investors, or buyers seeking future upside with zoning that allows for up to 4 units. The property features an older 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom home currently owner occupied and ideal as a holding property while redevelopment plans are underway. Excellent revenue potential during the planning process. Located in one of Nanaimo’s most desirable neighbourhoods, directly across from an elementary school and just 2 blocks to the high school, with shopping, parks, beaches, transit, and amenities all nearby. Rare opportunity to secure a well-located redevelopment site in an established, high-demand area.
Features of 3796 Departure Bay Rd
| MLS® # | 1042257 |
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| Price | $575,000 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1.00 |
| Square Footage | 574 |
| Acres | 0.17 |
| Year Built | 1956 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Detached |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 3796 Departure Bay Rd |
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| Area | Na Departure Bay |
| City | Nanaimo |
| County | Nanaimo, City of |
| Province | BC |
| Postal Code | V9T 1C4 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 3 |
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| Parking | Open, RV Access/Parking |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Heating | Electric, Heat Pump |
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| Cooling | HVAC |
| Fireplace | No |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Fenced |
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| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Construction | Frame Wood |
| Foundation | Poured Concrete |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 2nd, 2026 |
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| Days on Market | 70 |
| Zoning | R5 |
Listing Details
| Office | Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN) |
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