British Columbia Nanaimo

$1,400 / Month

600 Hillcrest Ave Unit 1

Nanaimo, BC V9R 3M7

250-585-9445

Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

180 sq ft
Available

Available Now

About This Home

$700 deposit, Available Now

600 Hillcrest Ave, Nanaimo – Salmon House – Purpose-Built Student Housing Short walk to VIU. Welcome to Canada House, a purpose-built student residence by Sun Porch Homes, just a short walk from VIU and nearby amenities. This spacious home offers two fully equipped common areas with 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, 2 dining areas, and 2 laundry rooms. Outdoor patio and sitting area. Modern, clean, and newly built. Soundproofed walls, built in shelving and closet organizer in each room. Laundry is free (not coin-op) and all utilities and Wi-Fi are included, endless hot water (hot water on demand) and individually controlled heating. Each student unit includes: Twin bed with mattress Mini fridge & microwave Desk and chair Private Bathroom Unit Private Bedroom Private Bathroom 12 month fixed-term lease $1400 per month Or 10 month fixed-term lease starting August 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027, $1575 per month Sorry no pets. Maximum 1 occupant per unit. Pictures of similar room

600 Hillcrest Ave is a rental located in Nanaimo, BC. This listing has rentals from $1400

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    
    $700

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City - Nanaimo

Life in Nanaimo flows between ocean views and forested trails, with a relaxed vibe that’s hard to rush. Perched on the east coast of Vancouver Island, this harbour city is known for its long waterfront, where ferries glide across Departure Bay and seaplanes buzz above. Locals stroll the Harbourfront Walkway with coffee in hand, while kayakers and dog walkers share space near the rocky shoreline. You’ll spot murals, boats, and the occasional heron—reminders that nature and city life blend seamlessly here.

Neighbourhoods like Departure Bay, Old City Quarter, and Uplands offer a mix of character homes and low-rise apartment communities, many with views of the water or forested hills. Day-to-day living is simple: shops, schools, and cafés are woven into residential pockets, and there’s no shortage of outdoor spaces to explore. Public transit connects most parts of the city, and the nearby Vancouver Island University campus adds youthful energy to the local scene.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Vancouver Island University	Walk:	10 min	0.9 km
UBC, Vancouver	Drive:	156 min	94.5 km

600 Hillcrest Ave Unit 1 is within 10 minutes or 0.9 kilometer from Vancouver Island University. It is also near UBC, Vancouver.

Transportation

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Some Public Transit

Transit

40 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 600 Hillcrest Ave Unit 1.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Bruce Ave	Walk:	10 min	0.9 km
Port Place Shopping Centre	Drive:	5 min	2.7 km
Country Club Centre	Drive:	12 min	8.9 km

600 Hillcrest Ave Unit 1 has 3 shopping centers within 8.9 kilometers, which is about a 12-minute drive. The kilometers and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt	Drive:	109 min	111.1 km
Canadian Forces Base Comox	Drive:	101 min	120.2 km

600 Hillcrest Ave Unit 1 is 111.1 kilometers from Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt, and is convenient to other military bases, including Canadian Forces Base Comox.