OPEN HOUSE SAT&SUN 11-1pm - Welcome to 231 Derby in Nanaimo’s University District. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom approx 1000sqft rancher sits on a super private 0.18-acre (7600sqft) lot backing onto green space with stunning views of Mount Benson and the Taylor Park Park & Estuary. The yard is a standout, you truly are in your own oasis with beautiful gardens and mature fruit trees that make it feel like your own hidden slice of nature. Inside, you’ll find a freshly updated kitchen along with thoughtful upgrades including a new deck, heat pump, hot water tank, windows, and Hunter Douglas blinds. You’re within easy walking distance to the Aquatic Centre, ice rink, VIU, and everyday amenities, plus just 2 minutes to the Island Highway and 5 minutes to downtown. Quietly tucked away, but right where you want to be, in your own home...
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1986
(Age: 40)
Living Area:
981 sq. ft.91.1 m2
Listing General Location:
Na University District, Nanaimo
Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
1.0
(Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
7,629 sq. ft.709 m2
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$4,505 /
2025
Construction:
Insulation: Ceiling, Insulation: Walls
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Crawl Space
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Floor finish:
Hardwood
Total Building Area:
981 sq. ft.91.1 m2
Total Unfinished Area:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
2
# Main Level Bedrooms:
2
# Second Level Bedrooms:
0
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area Main Floor:
981 sq. ft.91.1 m2
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 2nd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Fireplaces:
0
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
Air Conditioning
Heating:
Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Mixed
Fireplace:
No
Dishwasher, F/S/W/D
Insulated Windows
Mountain(s)
Ground Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
16'7"5.05 m × 13'9"4.19 m
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
12'6"3.81 m × 10'4"3.15 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
11'6"3.51 m × 10'8"3.25 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
10'4"3.15 m × 8'7"2.62 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
10'5"3.18 m × 10'4"3.15 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
4
4-Piece
Assessed:
652000.0
Assessment year:
2026
Jurisdiction name:
City of Nanaimo
Legal Description:
LOT 33, SECTION 1, NANAIMO DISTRICT, PLAN 31277
Accessibility:
Accessible Entrance, Ground Level Main Floor, No Step Entrance, Primary Bedroom on Main, Wheelchair Friendly
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
0
Number of 4 piece baths:
1
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
0
Occupancy:
Owner
Property Condition:
Resale
Exposure / Faces:
North
Layout:
Rancher
Lot Site Features:
Central Location, Easy Access, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Landscaped, Marina Nearby, Park Setting, Private, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Southern Exposure
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
1
Garage Spaces:
0
Garage:
No
Parking Features:
Carport, Driveway, On Street
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Road Surface Type:
Paved
Date Listed:
Apr 07, 2026
Original Price:
599900.0
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Front Entry
Views of Mt Benson and the Estuary from your kitchen sink
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New deck - 3 years old
Mature Garden with fruit trees and garden beds - (loads of garlic will be ready to go soon)
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Walkable to the Aquatic Centre, Ice Center, Baseball diamond, track and field, VIU, and so much more...
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close in the carport for livable space, or keep it as is for covered parking.
Data was last updated April 8, 2026 at 08:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
39
Avg list price:
$749,900
Min list price:
$235,000
Max list price:
$1,299,900
Avg days on market:
47
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
442
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$395.1
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Na University District. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.