This 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home at 176 Acacia offers excellent flexibility for first-time buyers, growing families, or investors. Thoughtfully updated for comfort & convenience, it features a gas furnace & heat pump for year-round climate control, on-demand hot water & upgraded 200-amp electrical service. Inside, the functional layout provides plenty of space for bedrooms, a home office, or guest accommodations, offering room to grow & adapt to your needs. Natural light & practical finishes create a welcoming environment. Set on a large, fully fenced lot, the property is ideal for kids & pets. Outdoor features include a deck with a gas BBQ hookup, wiring ready for a future hot tub, plus a carport & RV parking. You’re just minutes from Vancouver Island University, making this an attractive option for those considering student rentals. Recreation is close by with the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre & Nanaimo Ice Centre, along with a major bus route nearby for easy commuting.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1976
(Age: 50)
Living Area:
1,906 sq. ft.177 m2
Listing General Location:
Na University District, Nanaimo
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
2.0
(Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
9,636 sq. ft.895 m2
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$4,360 /
2025
Building Features:
Transit Nearby
Construction:
Vinyl Siding
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Finished
Foundation:
Slab
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Other Structures:
Storage Shed
Floor finish:
Mixed
Total Building Area:
1,906 sq. ft.177 m2
Total Unfinished Area:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
5
# Main Level Bedrooms:
3
# Second Level Bedrooms:
0
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
2
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# 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:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
776 sq. ft.72.1 m2
Living Area Main Floor:
1,130 sq. ft.105 m2
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 2nd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Gas
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Additional Accommodations:
Potential
Cooling:
Air Conditioning
Heating:
Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Yes
Pending Date:
Apr 09, 2026
Date Sold:
Apr 30, 2026
Dishwasher, Dryer, F/S/W/D, Refrigerator, Washer
Dining/Living Combo
Vinyl Frames, Window Coverings
Balcony/Deck, Fencing: Full
Mountain(s)
Split Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
12'5"3.78 m × 11'5"3.48 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
12'1"3.68 m × 9'5"2.87 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
10'5"3.18 m × 9'11"3.02 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
11'6"3.51 m × 9'4"2.84 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
15'3"4.65 m × 9'4"2.84 m
Main Floor
Living Room
15'9"4.80 m × 14'7"4.44 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
9'5"2.87 m × 8'8"2.64 m
Lower Level
Laundry
7'4"2.24 m × 6'7"2.01 m
Lower Level
Rec Room
13'11"4.24 m × 10'10"3.30 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
11'4"3.45 m × 10'9"3.28 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
4
9'4" x 5'6" 4-Piece
Lower Level
No
5
6'7" x 8'8" 5-Piece
Assessed:
646000.0
Assessment year:
2026
Jurisdiction name:
City of Nanaimo
Legal Description:
LOT 22, PLAN VIP14217, SECTION 1, NANAIMO LAND DISTRICT
Bed and Breakfast:
Potential
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
0
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
Property Condition:
Resale
Exposure / Faces:
West
Layout:
Split Entry
Lot Site Features:
Central Location, Easy Access, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby