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340 Campbell Street, Nanaimo V9R 0M4 10:00am-5:00pm (Open by private appointment only)
Step outside and you’re in the heart of Nanaimo. Within a fifteen-minute walk, you have access to over 70 restaurants and cafés, vibrant local bars, shopping, parks, ocean views, schools, and ferry access. Enjoy all of the amenities and lifestyle perks you need just minutes from home.
Quick connections to the mainland are effortless with BC Ferries' Departure Bay Terminal providing regular service across the Strait of Georgia to Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver.
Departure Bay, BC Ferries 5 min drive
Just steps away, White Rabbit Coffee Co. serves expertly crafted coffee and house-made vegan, gluten-free treats in a welcoming community space that's perfect for morning rituals or afternoon pick-me-ups.
White Rabbit Coffee Co. 10 min walk
In the nearby Old City Quarter, Hoxton Home offers a carefully curated collection of Scandinavian-inspired homewares and lifestyle goods that celebrate craftsmanship, permanence, and sustainable design.
Hoxton Home 5 min walk
Harbour Air provides scenic seaplane service connecting Nanaimo Harbour to downtown Vancouver and beyond, offering a breathtaking and quintessential west coast travel experience.
Harbour Air 5 min drive
Nestled in the foothills of Mt. Benson, Westwood Lake Park is one of Nanaimo's most beloved year-round destinations, perfect for swimming, running, paddleboarding, and enjoying mountain-view beaches.
Westwood Lake Park 10 min drive
The vibrant Nanaimo Harbour welcomes you to one of the West Coast's best full-service marinas, offering major transportation connections, events, entertainment, and recreation right on the waterfront.
Nanaimo Marina 5 min drive
Downtown's award-winning White Sails Brewing invites you to sample exceptional craft beers in their spacious, west-coast inspired taproom.
White Sails Brewing 5 min walk
LaStella showcases a passion for fresh ingredients and old-world Italian techniques, bringing timeless dishes to life with care and authenticity. Guests can enjoy Nanaimo’s first wood-fired pizzas and handmade pasta, including a fresh, in-house gluten-free option.
La Stella Trattoria 7 min walk
Located in the heart of Downtown Nanaimo, Centra Street offers exceptional walkability. Groceries, cafés, restaurants, waterfront trails, and daily essentials are all within a short walk – making it one of the most walkable rental locations in Nanaimo. Live where you can walk to work, meet friends downtown, and enjoy the harbour-front without needing a car.
Downtown Nanaimo ranks highly for overall livability, combining urban convenience with Vancouver Island’s natural beauty. With access to parks, the harbourfront walkway, transit routes, shopping, and local schools like Pauline Haarer Elementary School right next door, the neighbourhood offers a balanced lifestyle ideal for professionals, couples, and young families seeking modern rental living in Nanaimo, as well as convenient access to Vancouver and beyond.
Enjoy access to over 70 restaurants, bars and shops within walking distance of your home. From local coffee shops and brunch spots to waterfront dining and craft breweries, Downtown Nanaimo offers a vibrant food scene just steps from your door. Perfect for young professionals and families who value convenience and community.
Groceries, shopping, cafes and transit lines
Harbourfront & Maffeo Sutton Park
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
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