Multi-family for sale
438 Wakesiah Ave, Nanaimo
$5,560,000
Features
Floor Area
13,264 sqft
Lot Size
12,917 sqft
Gross Property Tax
$37,843 /year
Zoning
COR1
Amenities
Security System, Balcony, Balcony/Deck, Low Maintenance Yard, Security System, Basement, Bike Storage, Laundry Room, Parking, Security System, Shopping Nearby, Storage Room, Transit Nearby, Visual Exposure
View
City, Mountain(s)
Additional Features
Central Location, Easy Access, Landscaped, Level, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Sloping, Southern Exposure
Total no. of Units
25
Description
Prime Student Housing Investment with Licensed Inn Component – Nanaimo, BC Ideally located directly across from Vancouver Island University (VIU), this purpose-built student housing property offers a rare opportunity to own a stable, income-producing asset in one of Nanaimo’s most desirable rental locations. The building features 25 units (13 single-bed & 12 double-bed), totaling 37 beds, with consistently strong occupancy driven by reliable student demand. Its prime location supports steady, recession-resistant income and long-term rental stability. A key highlight is the approved inn license, allowing up to 12 rooms for short-term rental use. This flexible hybrid model provides excellent upside—maintain stable income from student rentals while increasing returns through short-term accommodation, especially during summer months.Built with durability and low maintenance in mind, features include granite countertops, quartz-tiled entry, modern finishes, Low-E windows, multi-zone hot water heating, and a pressurized water system.
Additional amenities include on-site laundry, bike storage, 15 rear parking stalls, lane-access parking, and full security camera coverage. Conveniently located close to shopping, recreation, and transit, further enhancing tenant appeal.
Stable income with strong upside potential. Measurements approximate; verify if important.
MLS® Number 1030328