Departure bay has been a place of commerce for what historians say for about 2000 years. Nanaimo Harbour and Departure Bay were named "Bocas de Winthuysen" by a Spanish naval officer, Francisco de Eliza, in 1791. It was a place of trade for the Snuneymuxw nation until Robert Dunsmuir developed it as coal wharves for the shipment of coal from the Wellington Mine. Today Departure bay is home to a B.C. ferry terminal and sees nearly 1,600,000 passengers coming thru its waters each year. The area boasts recreation amenities such as a waterfront walk way, children’s park, activity center known as the Kin hut and a favourite hiking spike amongst the locals called sugarloaf mountain which features beautiful views over the departure bay harbour.
The homes located in the departure Bay Area are mostly mid century and many feature ocean views on large lots. Schools in the area include 2 schools, Cilaire and Departure bay elementary schools. As well there is a high school, Wellington Secondary servicing the area.
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**Spectacular Private,Walk-On-Waterfront Living on the Beach at Departure Bay, Nanaimo, BC**
A truly one-of-a-kind West Coast, renovated, walk-on-waterfront home set on ...
This 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom house on a 0.21 acre lot, in desirable Departure Bay, backs onto the school for added privacy . Not only does it have suite potential it has 3 ...
5Beds
2Baths
1049311MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Wake to sun-drenched sunrises. End the day with a dreamscape sunset. This is the ultimate in ocean & mountain living - 180-degree vistas so stunning, they're simply intox...
Welcome to your turn key zero maintenance dream home in the heart of Cottle Creek Estates. 400+ acre Linley Valley Park is your backyard! This stunning brand new residen...
Sharply priced, this 2,719 sqft contemporary 5-bed, 3-bath home sits on a nearly 10,000 sqft lot in sought-after Departure Bay, close to schools, ferries, parks, golf, ma...
Stunning panoramic view home in one of Nanaimo's most sought after neighbourhoods. This thoughtfully designed custom home captures sweeping vistas of Departure Bay, Newca...
Beautiful 5-bedroom residence in one of Nanaimo’s most coveted family neighbourhoods, ideally located between sought-after schools, shopping and the beautiful Departure B...
Beautifully renovated 2-bedroom townhome backing onto the Nanaimo Golf Course, offering privacy and peaceful green views. This modernized home features stylish updates, a...
Welcome to 1410 Sherwood Drive where south-facing views over Departure Bay provide the backdrop for this extensively renovated home. The gourmet kitchen features premium...
Quiet cul de sac living meets real flexibility at 3231 Lauren Mary Place. This half duplex provides a spacious 3 bed, 2 bath home upstairs w/ new kitchen cabinets, sink, ...
This condo provides you with the lifestyle you've been looking for. A top floor balcony with the ocean in front of you, downstairs for your favourite morning drink at Dri...
Freehold home ownership awaits at this cozy 1 bedroom 1 bathroom home set on a sprawling 0.30 acre lot just a 5 minute walk from Departure Bay Beach. Backing on to Woodst...
Nice Ocean & Mountain views ! Rare offering on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Lynburn Estates. First time on the open market since the 1970's this stunning colonial s...
4Beds
3Baths
1048734MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Superb family home in Departure Bay with a rare 624 sq.ft detached shop! Situated on a generous 0.27-acre lot close to schools, shopping & amenities, this split-level 4-b...
Welcome to your modern oasis with breathtaking ocean views at unit 108 in the desirable Seascape Manor. This updated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo offers a perfect blend of...
Experience a Nanaimo waterfront setting, where ferries and marine life animate 180-degree views of Departure Bay. Privately positioned on 0.65 acre, this 4431 sq.ft. resi...
Rare urban estate in Nanaimo’s prestigious Lynburn Estates. Situated on a flat 0.84-acre lot with dual-street frontages offering immense future development potential, thi...
Welcome to 3161 Singleton Rd, a fantastic opportunity in Nanaimo's sought-after Departure Bay neighbourhood! Situated on a spacious 9,700 sq ft corner lot zoned R5, this ...
Welcome to 3310 Smugglers Hill Drive, a spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offering approximately 2,069 sq. ft. in highly desirable Departure Bay. Set among mature trees...
5Beds
3Baths
1048101MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Located in the highly regarded Cilaire neighbourhood, one of Nanaimo’s most established and sought-after neighbourhoods, where pride of ownership and high-value homes def...
Moments from Departure Bay Beach, this beautifully designed townhome pairs panoramic ocean and mountain views with generous living spaces and a remarkable sense of privac...
Welcome to 3115 Rock City Road, a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rancher-style home situated on a spacious 1/3-acre lot in the desirable Departure Bay area. Offering comf...
Large Ocean-View Home with Exceptional Potential! Enjoy ocean views from this 7,000+ sq ft home, with appx 3,700 sq ft of finished living space, and another 3700sq ft unf...
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 2-storey penthouse condo in Seascape Manor, ideally located in picturesque Departure Bay near the beach, shopping, restaurants & tra...
Unmatched 180° Views Meets Fully Reimagined Luxury. Wake up to arguably the finest view in Nanaimo. This completely transformed residence commands an breathtaking panoram...
Walk-On-Waterfront in Departure Bay. Set along the shores of beautiful Departure Bay this home offers the rare privilege of walk-on-waterfront living - where the ocean is...
Welcoming and ideally located near some of Nanaimo’s favourite outdoor spaces and everyday amenities, this inviting rancher combines comfort, natural light and thoughtful...
3Beds
2Baths
1047179MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Iconic Westcoast design with dramatic vaulted tongue-in-groove wood ceilings, picture windows for optimal natural light, classy wood floors, all set in an open plan. The ...
Wake up to stunning ocean views and spectacular sunrises from this bright and inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo. Thoughtfully designed with an open-concept layout, the...
2Beds
2Baths
1047140MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Extensively renovated 5 bed, 2 bath home with fully authorized 2 bed, 1 bath suite in desirable Departure Bay, close to shopping, schools, transit, recreation & minutes t...
Welcome to 181 Prince John Way, an impressive ocean view home in Nanaimo’s sought-after Departure Bay neighbourhood. Offering approximately 4,600 sq ft with 6 bedrooms an...
Welcome to 2820 Cosgrove Cres in the heart of Departure bay with fantastic view of the ocean, Islands and mainland Mountains, this home has been well cared for by the cur...
Beautifully finished home on a quiet corner lot in one of Departure Bay's desirable neighbourhoods. Offering quality craftsmanship, functional design & a legal 2-bedroom ...
Located in Nanaimo’s most desirable neighborhoods & in heart of Departure Bay, this 8 bed, 7 bath home, designed with style/function in mind is a truly rare find that cap...
Welcome to 2446 Divot Drive, a 3bed 2bath 1226 sqft rancher in Departure Bay of Nanaimo. This location defines convenience with schools, beaches, parks, shopping, hospita...
Sherwood Forest Hilltop Home with Ocean Views
Welcome to this exceptional home in the sought-after Sherwood Forest area, ideally positioned at the top of the hill to c...
4Beds
3Baths
1045193MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Situated on a 0.26-acre corner lot in Departure Bay, this 2,567 sqft home offers a family-friendly layout with a stately façade that creates an inviting first impression,...
4Beds
4Baths
1045227MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Exceptional 3.28-acre opportunity in Nanaimo's desirable Hammond Bay neighbourhood. Zoned R10, this property offers potential for a variety of residential development con...
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in Cilaire, one of Nanaimo's most desirable and convenient neighbourhoods. The freshly renovated kitchen...
Departure Bay Estate with Custom Carriage Home! Situated on a beautifully landscaped 17,000+ sqft lot in one of Nanaimo's most desirable neighbourhoods, this exceptional ...
Set above Departure Bay, this one-of-a-kind residence pairs sweeping ocean, harbour and city-light views with sunny southern exposure and striking West Coast contemporary...
Cash flowing $2200/month, If you want to live/build in the best area of departure bay this is one of the best entrances tolive on a Clean 7200 sq ft lot surounded by matu...
1Beds
1Baths
1044107MLS
Courtesy of William Wright Commercial Real Estate Services
Courtesy of William Wright Commercial Real Estate Services
Enjoy Outstanding views of Departure Bay and Newcastle Island & beyond from your wrap around deck. This Sherwood Forrest gem is sure to captivate you. Classic post and be...
Experience elevated coastal living in this executive penthouse just steps from the sandy shores of Departure Bay. This contemporary West Coast home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 b...
Bright, updated, and well-located in Departure Bay. This 5 bed, 3 bath home was fully renovated in 2018, offering a clean, modern interior with an open concept kitchen, d...
Rarely does an opportunity like this become available in one of Nanaimo's most sought-after neighbourhoods. Situated on an impressive 0.88-acre gently sloping lot in desi...
High above Departure Bay is the super-desirable Edgewood community, much loved for its tidy aesthetic and panoramic views. Most units are attached townhomes with no yards...
Life is better in Departure Bay. Tucked into one of Nanaimo's most desirable neighbourhoods, this beautifully maintained executive 3,000 sq ft home offers thoughtfully de...
5Beds
4Baths
1042620MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Prime development opportunity in the heart of Departure Bay! Situated on a 7,500 SF corner lot and zoned R5, this property offers outstanding potential for developers, in...
1Beds
1Baths
1042257MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)
A gem in quiet & peaceful Huntington Estates. Private 8051 sq ft lot with back deck & privacy fence & lovely covered front porch with mountain views, across from entrance...