
Nanaimo
Five Acres in Nanaimo, BC, is a convenient and peaceful neighbourhood with easy access to nearby highways and grocery stores. The area offers a relaxed environment with green spaces and numerous parks, making it an ideal place for those who enjoy outdoor activities. Daycares and primary schools are within walking distance, and there are plenty of housing options available, from single detached homes to duplexes and mobile homes. The majority of residents in Five Acres are homeowners, contributing to a stable and welcoming community. This neighbourhood is the perfect place for those looking for a quiet and convenient location with access to essential amenities.
Five Acres is very car friendly. It is a rather short drive to the closest highway, such as nanaimo parkway, from any location in this neighbourhood, and coming across a parking spot is quite easy. In contrast, Five Acres is not very transit friendly. Nevertheless, there are about 10 bus lines passing through the neighbourhood, and bus stops are typically around the corner. Traveling as a pedestrian is not especially convenient for home buyers in Five Acres as few daily errands can be run without a vehicle. In contrast, the bike is a good method of transportation in this neighbourhood since Five Acres features good cycling infrastructure.
Schools and daycares are straightforward to reach on foot from most houses for sale in this part of the city. Concerning food, it is very often possible for house buyers in Five Acres to shop for their groceries without a vehicle. Likewise, those who like to eat in restaurants will have a good number of options, and there are also a few cafes in this area.
Five Acres is a very good neighbourhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a calm atmosphere. There are over 50 green spaces close by for residents to relax in, such as Nanaimo Lakes Road Park and Harewood Centennial Park (Sherry Fields), which makes it very easy to access them. This area is very quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic.
Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems
Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling
Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance
Transit is available for some trips
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Variety of shops within a short drive
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Very few sources of noise nearby
Some bars within a short drive
Calm atmosphere most of the day
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2
1,810 SQ FT
Listing by Royal Lepage Island Living (pk)
MLS® #: 1051499
N/A
N/A
0.18 AC
Listing by 460 Realty Inc. (na)
MLS® #: 1047915
4
2
1,951 SQ FT
Listing by 460 Realty Inc. (na)
MLS® #: 1046664
3
3
1,944 SQ FT
Listing by Royal Lepage Nanaimo Realty (nanishwyn)
MLS® #: 1047132
3
1
1,100 SQ FT
Listing by Pg Direct Realty Ltd.
MLS® #: 1047263
3
1
1,748 SQ FT
Listing by Island Pacific Realty Ltd.
MLS® #: 1047912
N/A
N/A
4.74 AC
Listing by Sutton Group-west Coast Realty (nan)
MLS® #: 1050851
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