May 16, 2026
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285 Wall St
Nanaimo
V9S 3M1
$874,900
Residential
beds: 7
baths: 3.0
3,513 sq. ft.
built: 1938
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May 16, 2026
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NOTES: Open House on Saturday, May 16, 2026 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Huge family heritage home with a ton of soul. Plenty of room over 3500 sqft, 6 bedrooms, 1bed suite. One block to Bowen Park, curling, football, swimming, trails, duck pond, disc golf.
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- 1036553
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Year Built:
- 1938
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This rare Nanaimo Queen exudes soul, energy, and magic. Built for the Gulliford family in 1938 she has been a protective shelter full of laughter, art, dinnertime discussion, music, and love. A foundation for students, artists, professionals - everyone is welcome at the table. With 6 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3500sqft, and a one-bedroom suite (unauthorized) this home gives ample space to get lost or gather-round. Gleaming hardwood floors have been lovingly protected. Art deco lighting, glass doorknobs, copper accents, and built-in ironing boards on every level will transport you to yesteryear where careful craftsmanship prevailed. Sunny southern exposure, walk to Brechin School, or a block to endless recreation at Bowen Park (Kin Pool, volleyball, disc golf, football, curling, duck pond). Development potential with 2 lots, the house on one & 2nd is directly adjacent. One of Nanaimo’s most recognizable heritage homes could be yours. This is an absolute must see...
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Type:
- Single Family Residence
- Year built:
- 1938 (Age: 88)
- Living Area:
- 3,513 sq. ft.
- Listing General Location:
- Na Central Nanaimo, Nanaimo
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 3.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
- Lot Size:
- 10,230 sq. ft.
- Kitchens:
- 2
- Taxes:
- $4,926 / 2025
- Building Features:
- Transit Nearby
- Construction:
- Frame Wood, Wood
- New Construction:
- No
- Basement:
- Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, With Windows
- Foundation:
- Concrete Perimeter
- Roof:
- Asphalt Shingle
- Floor finish:
- Hardwood, Mixed
- Total Building Area:
- 3,697 sq. ft.
- Total Unfinished Area:
- 184 sq. ft.
- # Bedrooms or Dens Total:
- 9
- # Main Level Bedrooms:
- 2
- # Second Level Bedrooms:
- 4
- # Third Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bedrooms:
- 1
- # Other Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Main Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Second Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Third Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Other Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Main Level Kitchens:
- 1
- # Second Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Third Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Lower Level Kitchens:
- 1
- # Other Level Kitchens:
- 0
- Living Area Lower Floor:
- 1,182 sq. ft.
- Living Area Main Floor:
- 1,419 sq. ft.
- Living Area Other Floor:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Living Area 2nd Floor:
- 911 sq. ft.
- Living Area 3rd Floor:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Fireplaces:
- 1
- Fireplace Details:
- Gas
- Laundry Features:
- In House
- Water supply:
- Municipal
- Sewer:
- Sewer Connected
- Additional Accommodations:
- Exists
- Cooling:
- None
- Heating:
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Fireplace:
- Yes
- Breakfast Nook, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, French Doors, Storage, Workshop
- Balcony/Deck, Fencing: Partial, Low Maintenance Yard, Security System
- Mountain(s)
- Main Level
- 0
- Yes
- No
- Unrestricted
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
- Main Floor
- Dining Room
- 12'1" × 11'6"
- Main Floor
- Bedroom
- 11'6" × 10'1"
- Main Floor
- Living Room
- 17' × 16'2"
- Main Floor
- Entrance
- 8'7" × 5'
- Main Floor
- Bedroom - Primary
- 13'6" × 12'10"
- Main Floor
- Deck
- 17' × 12'1"
- Main Floor
- Kitchen
- 22'1" × 10'3"
- Main Floor
- Eating Nook
- 9'5" × 6'7"
- 2nd Floor
- Bedroom - Primary
- 22'2" × 12'
- 2nd Floor
- Bedroom
- 12'1" × 10'5"
- 2nd Floor
- Bedroom
- 7'11" × 6'8"
- 2nd Floor
- Bedroom
- 12'10" × 10'1"
- 2nd Floor
- Den
- 8'3" × 7'10"
- Lower Level
- Den
- 13'9" × 9'11"
- Lower Level
- Living Room
- 16'8" × 8'9"
- Lower Level
- Kitchen
- 9'9" × 8'11"
- Lower Level
- Workshop
- 17' × 10'4"
- Lower Level
- Bedroom
- 10'7" × 9'7"
- Lower Level
- Storage
- 19'4" × 17'9"
- Lower Level
- Garage
- 19'3" × 8'8"
- Floor
- Ensuite
- Pieces
- Other
- Main Floor
- No
- 5
- 5-Piece
- 2nd Floor
- No
- 3
- 3-Piece
- Lower Level
- No
- 4
- 4-Piece
- Assessed:
- 734000.0
- Assessment year:
- 2026
- Jurisdiction name:
- City of Nanaimo
- Legal Description:
- LOT 19, DISTRICT LOT 28, NEWCASTLE TOWNSITE, SECTION 1, NANAIMO DISTRICT, PLAN 63A, EXCEPT THOSE PARTS THEREOF ACQUIRED FOR ROAD PURPOSES AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN. LOT 20, DISTRICT LOT 28, NEWCASTLE TOWNSITE, SECTION 1, NANAIMO DISTRICT, PLAN 63A, EXCEPT THOSE PARTS THEREOF ACQUIRED FOR ROAD PURPOSES AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN
- Accessibility:
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Number of 2 piece baths:
- 0
- Number of 3 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 4 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 5 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Other Equipment:
- Central Vacuum
- Occupancy:
- Owner
- Property Condition:
- Resale
- Exposure / Faces:
- East
- Layout:
- Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
- Lot Site Features:
- Central Location, Corner Lot, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Level, Recreation Nearby
- Attached Garage:
- No
- Carport Spaces:
- 0
- Garage Spaces:
- 0
- Garage:
- No
- Parking Features:
- Driveway, RV Access/Parking
- Total Parking Spaces:
- 6
- Road Frontage Type:
- Lane
- Road Surface Type:
- Paved
- Date Listed:
- May 12, 2026
- Original Price:
- 874900.0
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One of Nanaimo's most recognizable heritage homes. -
Sensational family home with 3500sqft and one-bed suite
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On the corner of Pythian Lane, Wall Street, and Bradley.
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The Queen...
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Gleaming hardwood floors protected, all of these years.
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Stylish arrival
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Art deco styled fixtures in entrance, living & dining rooms..
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Grand living..
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Gas fireplace, ample space to display true works of art..
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This home is spacious at every turn..
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On the Nanaimo Community Heritage Registry. This does not indicate restrictions, just recognition.
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This home has inspired artists - two portraits show the energy and magic found here.
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Formal dining room...
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Formal dining room, or you choose...
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The sweetest little breakfast nook..
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There is a hidden cupboard ironing board on every level.
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Kitchen leads to the laundry and South deck entrance.
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Natural Light!
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South facing deck is well used!
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South facing deck is well used!
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South facing deck is well used!
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Primary bedroom on main level...
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Primary bedroom on main level...
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2nd bedroom on main level, currently used as an office..
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Five piece bathroom on main...
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Up to the 2nd floor landing!
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Incredible flex area with hardwood floor! Perhaps a 2nd primary bedroom, or games room, or family room. Lot's of options!
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It's in the details.
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Lots of attic storage off large flex room..
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Lots of attic storage off large flex room..
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A little nook away from it all.
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What do you fancy? Bedroom? Desk? Reading room?...
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Perfect sunny spot to relax..
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2nd bedroom on upper level with oak floors and mountain views.
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2nd bedroom on upper level with oak floors and mountain views.
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Mountain views...
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3rd bedroom on upper level...catch a football game from your window.
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3rd bedroom on upper level...catch a football game from your window.
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The cutest little 4th bedroom with the finest retro carpet! Maybe you need an extra bed, or a craft room, or a quiet study.
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3piece bathroom on upper level.
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Deck life!
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Side stairs to laundry room & kitchen.
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Home Suite Home...One-bedroom unauthorized suite
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Perfect for university student
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Ideal small kitchen with adorable pink stove.
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Kitchen, living room, and dining room in the suite.
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3rd ironing board cupboard!
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Suite's living room.
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Suite's living room.
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Office space
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Suite's bedroom
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Great storage in unfinished side of basement.
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Great storage in unfinished side of basement.
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A traditional Nanaimo in-house workshop!
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Spare lot...two PIDS
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Up on the roof top...
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Walk to Bowen Park, Curling Rink, Caledonia Park!
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Walk to Bowen Park, Curling Rink, Caledonia Park!
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Walk to Bowen Park, Curling Rink, Caledonia Park!
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Not far from our waterfront!
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Bowen Park is like a personal backyard with Kin Pool, disc golf, lawn bowling, volleyball, hiking, fishing, rhodo grove, ducks, picnics, tobogganing!
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Bowen Park is like a personal backyard with Kin Pool, disc golf, lawn bowling, volleyball, hiking, fishing, rhodo grove, ducks, picnics, tobogganing!
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Isn't she a beauty?
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Room to grow...
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Data was last updated May 15, 2026 at 12:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 105
- Avg list price:
- $529,500
- Min list price:
- $225,000
- Max list price:
- $1,200,000
- Avg days on market:
- 49
- Min days on market:
- 1
- Max days on market:
- 311
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $415.37
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Na Central Nanaimo. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.
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