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5161 Owlstone Place
Nanaimo · Single Family
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Sqft
- 1,641
- Built
- 2009
Listed by RE/MAX Anchor Realty (QU) · MLS® 1051468
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Welcome to 5161 Owlstone Place, a beautiful newer 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rancher located in the highly desirable Sunshine Ridge neighbourhood in North Nanaimo. Offering approximately 1,641 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space, this home combines modern finishes, an open-concept layout, and fantastic outdoor living. Step inside and enjoy the bright and inviting main living area, where bamboo hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings, and large windows create a spacious and welcoming atmosphere. The open-concept design flows seamlessly into the well-appointed kitchen, featuring an oversized island, custom tile backsplash, updated lighting, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of workspace—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The dining area opens directly onto the sunny rear deck, creating an ideal indoor-outdoor living space. Complete with a built-in BBQ area and surrounded by mature landscaping and tropical-inspired palm trees, the backyard is a private and inviting place to relax or entertain family and friends. The spacious primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet and a well-equipped ensuite featuring a stand-up shower and relaxing jetted tub. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. A functional laundry room and double garage complete the home's practical layout. Additional features include an irrigation system, newer dishwasher, and hot water tank. Located in the sought-after Sunshine Ridge neighbourhood, this newer rancher offers a fantastic combination of modern living, a peaceful neighbourhood, and convenient access to Linley Valley Park and all that North Nanaimo has to offer. If you're looking for comfortable one-level living in a beautiful and desirable setting, this is a home you won't want to miss.
Home facts
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2 full
- Interior
- 1,641 sq ft
- Lot size
- 6,684 sq ft
- Year built
- 2009
- Parking
- 2
- Property type
- Single Family
- Garage
- Yes
- Fireplace
- 1
- Area
- Uplands
- Style
- Westcoast
- Listed
- October 2, 2026
- Structure
- House
- PID
- 027-450-660
- Common interest
- Freehold
Highlights
- Mountain view
- Private yard
- Double garage
- High ceilings
Features and inclusions
- Appliances
- Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer
- Heating
- Forced air, Natural gas
- Cooling
- None
- Parking
- Garage, RV
- Lot
- Central location, Cul-de-sac, Curb & gutter, Southern exposure, Other
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
- $3,976
- Property tax
- $242/mo
- Home insurance
- $150/mo
- Estimated monthly total
- $4,367
Purchase snapshot
- List price
- $838,800
- Down payment
- $167,760 (20%)
- Estimated mortgage
- $671,040
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
- $6,133
- 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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