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881 Grouse Place
Nanaimo · Single Family
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2
- Sqft
- 1,756
- Built
- 1982
Listed by eXp Realty (NA) · MLS® 1049730
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Welcome to lake lifestyle living in the city, this home is truly a special West Coast sanctuary where nature, privacy, & comfort come together in perfect harmony. Tucked among mature trees & overlooking the lake & mountains beyond, this home offers a lifestyle that feels worlds away while remaining conveniently close to everyday amenities. Designed for comfortable main-level living, the home features a spacious primary bedroom on the main floor with direct access to the deck, allowing you to step outside each morning to enjoy coffee while taking in the peaceful views. The primary suite includes a spa-inspired ensuite w/ a separate soaker tub and shower. A second bedroom & full bathroom on the main level provide flexibility for guests or a home office. Inside, the home's West Coast character shines through with a soaring vaulted cedar ceiling, four skylights, and expansive windows that fill the home with natural light throughout the day. The updated propane fireplace creates a warm focal point in the living room, while the surrounding windows frame the ever-changing landscape beyond. The kitchen features solid oak cabinetry and flows into the main living and dining areas. Luxury vinyl flooring extends through the main living areas, kitchen, & laundry room, with tile in the entry and carpet in the bedrooms. Outside, the expansive deck becomes an extension of the living space. Whether hosting friends, enjoying quiet evenings, or watching hummingbirds visit throughout the day, the mature landscaping contributes to the property's tranquil atmosphere. Additional updates include updated windows, a newer roof installed within the past two years with a transferable warranty, & an impressive 10 kW solar system with 20 panels & a transferable warranty, helping to improve long-term energy efficiency. More than simply a home, 881 Grouse Place offers a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of Vancouver Island from a private retreat. Floor plan available.
Home facts
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2 full
- Interior
- 1,756 sq ft
- Lot size
- 9,465 sq ft
- Year built
- 1982
- Parking
- 6
- Property type
- Single Family
- Carport
- Yes
- Fireplace
- 1
- Area
- Uplands
- Style
- Westcoast
- Listed
- September 15, 2026
- Structure
- House
- PID
- 000-272-795
- Common interest
- Condo/Strata
Highlights
- Fireplace
Features and inclusions
- Appliances
- Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Range, Dryer, Oven - Built-In
- Heating
- Baseboard heaters, Electric, Propane, Solar
- Cooling
- None
- Parking
- Carport
- Lot
- Cul-de-sac, Park setting, Wooded area, Sloping, See remarks, Other
- Community
- Family Oriented, Pets Allowed
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
- $3,934
- Property tax
- $242/mo
- Home insurance
- $150/mo
- Estimated monthly total
- $4,325
Purchase snapshot
- List price
- $829,900
- Down payment
- $165,980 (20%)
- Estimated mortgage
- $663,920
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
- $6,068
- 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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