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2535 Holyrood Drive
Nanaimo · Single Family
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2
- Sqft
- 2,875
Listed by Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN) · MLS® 1039083
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Welcome to this exceptional family home in the highly desirable Departure Bay area, where stunning ocean views. Situated on a generous 12,000 sq. ft. lot, this well-maintained property offers plenty of space for families, gardening enthusiasts, and outdoor entertaining. Enjoy breathtaking views of Departure Bay from the main living areas, with the dining room perfectly positioned to capture the ever-changing coastal scenery. Watch BC Ferries arrive and depart while enjoying your morning coffee or hosting family dinners against a spectacular ocean backdrop. The home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing comfortable accommodation for growing families or those needing extra space for guests. Hardwood flooring adds warmth and character to the interior, while large windows invite natural light and showcase the beautiful views. The functional layout is designed for comfortable family living. Step outside to the covered 12' x 12' back patio, an ideal setting for year-round barbecues, entertaining friends, or simply relaxing while overlooking the private backyard. Air conditioning provides added comfort during warmer summer months. The expansive lot offers endless possibilities, whether you envision additional landscaping, play areas for children, or creating your own outdoor oasis. Located in one of Nanaimo's most sought-after neighbourhoods, this home is just minutes from shopping, schools, parks, beaches, restaurants, recreation facilities, and transportation. The convenient location allows you to enjoy all the amenities of city living while taking advantage of the peaceful coastal setting that makes Departure Bay so special. This is a rare opportunity to own a spacious ocean-view family home on a large lot in a prime location. With spectacular views, comfortable living spaces, and easy access to everything Nanaimo has to offer, this property is ready to welcome its next family home.
Home facts
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2 full
- Interior
- 2,875 sq ft
- Lot size
- 12,197 sq ft
- Parking
- 4
- Property type
- Single Family
- Garage
- Yes
- Fireplace
- 1
- Area
- Departure Bay
- Listed
- June 3, 2026
- Structure
- House
- PID
- 000-065-145
- Common interest
- Freehold
Highlights
- Ocean view
- Mountain view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Private yard
Features and inclusions
- Appliances
- See remarks
- Heating
- Natural gas
- Cooling
- Window air conditioner
- Parking
- Garage
- Lot
- Central location, Other, Marine Oriented
Rooms and building
- Water
- Zoning
- Residential
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Monthly and upfront costs
Uses the posted 5-year rate (5.19%), 20% down and a 25-year amortization.
Monthly ownership costs
- Principal and interest
- $4,029
- Property tax
- $250/mo
- Home insurance
- $150/mo
- Estimated monthly total
- $4,429
Purchase snapshot
- List price
- $850,000
- Down payment
- $170,000 (20%)
- Estimated mortgage
- $680,000
Estimates only. They leave out utilities, upkeep and closing costs.
Borrowing costs
What money costs right now
The rates behind any payment estimate on this page.
- Prime rate
- 4.45%
- Variable mortgages are quoted against this.
- 5 year bond yield
- 3.68%
- Fixed mortgage pricing follows this.
- Policy rate
- 2.25%
- Set by the Bank of Canada.
These are benchmark rates, not mortgage quotes. Your rate depends on the lender, the term, and your file.
Source: Bank of Canada. As of 2026-09-29
Property tax
What the tax bill looks like
Municipal, regional, hospital and school rates combined.
- Estimated annual tax
- $6,215
- At 7.3118 per $1,000 of assessed value.
Estimated by applying the municipal rate to the asking price. Your actual bill is based on the BC Assessment value, which is set separately and usually differs from the sale price. Home owner grants are not included.
Source: Province of British Columbia, Local Government Statistics Schedule 702, 2026. As of 2026-01-01
Neighbourhood
Estimated travel times. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Climate
What the weather is like in Nanaimo
Ten year average, 2016–2025.
- Average temperature
- 10.4°C
- Daily mean across the year.
- Yearly precipitation
- 0 mm
- On the drier side for BC.
- Bright sunshine
- 1,940 h
- Hours of sun a year, 1981–2010 average.
Averaged from the last ten complete years of Environment Canada observations at the nearest principal station, so it reflects the climate as it is now rather than a thirty year normal. Bright sunshine is the exception: it is no longer measured at these stations, so that figure is the long term average.
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada, monthly climate summaries
Land and hazards
What the maps say about this land
Provincial designations and mapped natural hazards at this location.
- Wildfire interface
- Low risk
- In a mapped wildland-urban interface zone. Affects insurance and FireSmart requirements.
Based on where this point falls in provincial map layers, not a site survey or a formal hazard assessment. Confirm with the municipality, a professional, and your insurer before relying on it.
Source: BC Geographic Warehouse (Agricultural Land Commission, BC Wildfire Service)
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