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This executive style home has been meticulously maintained and the pride of ownership is evident in every detail. It is listed at $1,126,000.

Cedar by the Sea home on the water is gorgeous This house is truly a spot perfect for entertaining family and friends, with a bright, open-concept floor plan

ou can escape it all with a home that’s a true haven. Enjoy a peaceful lifestyle in this beautiful four-bedroom waterfront home in gorgeous Cedar by Sea, a tranquil neighbourhood that offers some of the best ocean views in the area. Located amidst lovely natural surroundings, you can take the switchback trail to the beach on your 99 feet of ocean frontage and watch the boats coming through Dodds Narrows during the summer. Or, in winter, stay in the comfort of the 3,838-square-foot executive style home to storm watch.

For more information For further information or to arrange a private showing, contact realtors Ian Thompson or Greg Bullock of RE/MAX of Nanaimo at 250-751-1223.

This home at 1414 Seaspray Boulevard is truly a spot perfect for entertaining family and friends. You and your guests can relax with large outdoor deck space while looking across to the ocean to the Gulf Islands of Mudge, Link

and De Courcy Islands. The bright, open-concept floor plan has space enough for the largest family dinners but also offers a sense of coziness where the family can enjoy a crackling fire on winter nights. The kitchen’s convenient layout, plus all its counter space, cabinets and high end appliances, will be a joy to the cooks in the family. And with windows looking to the ocean, there’s also an informal dining area to pull up a stool to the bar and enjoy enjoy your morning coffee in an unbeatable ambiance. Or enjoy the gorgeous views from the for-

mal dining room that opens onto the kitchen for ease of entertaining. Completing the main floor are two bedrooms including a generous size master and spalike ensuite. The sliding doors to the deck from the master suite are a nice touch. The lower level makes a superb spot for entertaining and your guests. There is warm sitting area close to the fireplace and a great entertaining room with a professional pool table (included) plus a wine room. This level also features two more bedrooms and a beautifully renovated bathroom for

your guests to enjoy. As well, it offers a den and laundry room. There have been more than $100,000 of upgrades completed by the owners. This executive style home has been meticulously maintained and the pride of ownership is evident in every detail. This home is listed at $1,126,000. For further information or to arrange a private showing of this spectacular property, contact realtors Ian Thompson or Greg Bullock of RE/MAX of Nanaimo at 250-751-1223. —Adverstising feature

NOVEMBER 23 – 27, 2015

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BRAND NEW RANCHER IN QUIET Q UIET NEWE NEWER NEIGHBOURHOOD South Nanaimo

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Corner unit. 2 beds, 2 baths. In unit laundry. This is a great location close to town and the waterfront walkway. This building has had all the remediation done and is very well maintained. MLS 387378

Asking $158,900

991 BUFFER ROAD This home is close to elementary and secondary schools, parks, shopping, and only minutes from highway. This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath rancher combine quality construction and new home warranty. If quiet location & affordable living is what you are looking for than 991 Buffer Road may be your dream come true. Located in growing South Nanaimo and family oriented neighbourhood this 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom combines quality construction with 2-5-10 new home warranty and fully landscaped yard with piece ensuite, two other bedrooms. Close to elementary and secondary schools. Among other features this home boasts many large windows in all rooms. This home has an excellent location. The new owner will enjoy this affordable home with many features including roomy m/bedroom. For more info or to arrange a private showing of this home call

Harry MANGATat 250.591.9200

487 HOWARD AVE. NANAIMO FORECLOSURE This is a 3 bedroom Rancher with 1 bathroom, Separate Garage with alley access. Close to all levels of school and VIU, Aquatic center, Shopping. Sch A required with all offers and a $5,000 deposit. Property Sold “As Is Where Is.” MLS 399958

Asking $219,500

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Floor Plan & Slide Show ”On the shoreline of prestigious Rocky Point is where you will find amongst the best this waterfront alike property in Nanaimo. Where one not only can enjoy the unobstructed Ocean & Mountain views that stretched for miles & across Georgia Strait, also see the tide ebb & flow, hear wave crash against the rocky shore and smell the salinity of the ocean water. This 2008 custom built owner designed level entry home offers 3800 sqft luxury living space with semi formal floor plan, total 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, included a one bedroom legal suite. Beautifully landscaped low maintenance front yard, parking for small RV & more.

New basement home with legal suite nestled on a large level lot with back lane access; situated close to VIU, both levels of schools, shopping malls, all amenities of south end and on bus route. It is superbly designed & constructed with open floor plan & offered 2474 sq.ft. living space. 5 bedrooms & 3 baths incl. the 701 sq.ft. suite. Feature kitchen with maple cabinetrie, countertops & island. Beautiful engineered & laminated wood floors, designer bath & light fixtures, large back deck, double garage & ample room for RV parking.

4816 FILLINGER CRESC.

489 - 7TH STREET

NEW PRICE $1,298,800

$435,000

A beautiful level entry walk-out basement home is being built and finished soon on a large lot in a quiet Cul-de-Sac , located close to VIU, schools shopping malls & all amenities of South Nanaimo. It is superbly designed & quality constructed 2810 sq.ft. of luxury living area; consisted 5 or 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms included a 830 sqft legal 2 bedrooms suite. Features open floor plan, beautiful kitchens, Engineered wood, laminated, tiled & carpet floorings. Appliances packages for up & down suite. Put this one on your Christmas shopping list.

908 PAVAN PLACE

$469,900

COMING SOON - NORTH NANAIMO HOMES

TOWNSITE - FAMILY HOME

LEVEL ENTRY HOME & LEGAL SUITE

2 new family homes are being built near Harry Wipper Park of North Nanaimo. Superbly designed with great floor plan & quality constructed with top of the line materials components offer approx. 2000 sqft of living space each with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, spacious great room & kithcen. Features tiles & engineer hard wood floors with in ground hot water heating for both levels, quartz counter tops for kitchen & bathrooms, interior high trim finishes & hardi planks exterior. For more information call Stanley.

Great investment property or first home conveniently located across from Terminal Park, close to schools and Nanaimo Hospital and on bus route. This basement home offers 3 bedrooms & one bath up, spacious living room, functional kitchen with eating area & walk out to a covered back deck. Basement offers 1 large bedroom & big family room, 3 piece bath & large laundry room. House can easily be suited!

A beautiful Level Entry walk-out basement home soon will be built on this large lot by a reputable builder. It is located close to VIU, all levels of schools, parks & recreation centers, shopping and all the amenities of the south end. Offers 2900 sq.ft. total area with over 2700 sq.ft. finished living space, consist of 5 bedrooms, 3 baths & rough-ins for a 4th include a 2 bedroom legal suite, open great room concept with spacious living area. Features include gas fireplace & heating, high end finishing, beautiful kitchen and floorings etc.

HAMMOND BAY ROAD

$389,900 TO $399,900

NEW HOME LEGAL SUITE

D L SO Slide Show A beautiful family home is under construction on the 7107 sq.ft. level building site by reputable builder the “Heartwood Homes”. It is superbly designed & constructed with open concept, offered 2667 sq.ft. of luxury living space with 5 bedrooms, a den & 3 full bathrooms included a 2 bedroom legal suite c/w separate hydro meter, laundry & entry. Features engineered silent floor joist, engineered hardwood & laminated wood floors, beautiful kitchen with ample maple cabinets, counters & an island/eating bar. Projecting completion by October.

OLD CITY - NEW HOME & SUITE

LOT 8 - 595 8TH STREET

570 ST. GEORGE STREET

NORTH NANAIMO BEAUTIFUL OCEAN VIEW RANCHER

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Elegant rancher in popular Georgia View Estate offers gorgeous ocean view of Georgia Strait and across to the Coastal Mountain. Nestled on a large lot & situated close to schools, sportplex, shopping malls, beaches & parks and all amenities of North Nanaimo. This spacious home offer 1700 sq.ft. luxurious living area, consist of 3 good size bedrooms & 2 baths, living & dining room, family room, kitchen & nook. Recent year updates include new kitchen cabinets, countertops & splash backs, new appliances, flooring and painting in & out. Beautiful private & sunny backyard has 2 levels of concrete patios c/w patio furnitures & nice raised flower garden. The bonus of it all, the master bedroom is furnished with 6 piece of lovely furnitures with value exceeding $10,000 is to be stayed with the sale.

$439,900 6261 MYSTIC WAY

LARGE SXS DUPLEX ON HUGE LOT

DIVER LAKE - STRATAFIED FULL DUPLEXES

RV Parking RENOVATED SIDE BY SIDE strata duplexes nestled on large level lots situated closed to schools, parks & recreation, shopping malls and on bus route. Each side offer 1323 sq. ft. in total on two levels and consist of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious living room, kitchen and nook, and laundry closet. Ample parking space in front and big back yard with patio and attached storage shed. This is a great opportunity for investment or live on 2477 side with 2479 side already tenanted at $950 per month. Each side can be purchased separately at $219,000.

COUNTRY CLUB CENTRE FAST FOOD BUSINESS

HAMMOND BAY VIEW HOME

$419,900 2477 & 2479 ROSSTOWN ROAD $429,000

An established fast food business in the busy food court at Country Club Mall for sale. This family business has been successfully operated in this location for the past 17 years. It serves Homemade soup and sandwich plus delicious Asian ethnic foods. Business has been thriving and has potential for growth. This turnkey business is easy to operate and the seller is willing to train if required. The seller is very motivated as he is looking forward to retirement soon. Don’t miss this great opportunity to own your own business. Motivated Seller.

3200C N. ISLAND HWY.

D L SO View! View! View! New level entry walk-out basement home presently under construction on a prime location with unobstructed ocean views that span from Winchelsea Islands to Snake Island and across Georgia Strait to the Sunshine Coast. Overlooking the Piper Lagoon & Nick Point Park. 3710 Sq.ft. luxury living space with high & vaulted ceilings, high end finishings & loaded with extras.

REDUCED $29,900 3864 GULFVIEW DRIVE

$929,000

912 HOWARD AVENUE

PACIFICA - WATERFRONT CONDO COMPLEX

$469,900

STEPHENSON POINT FAMILY HOME

D L SO DOWNTOWN LUXURY CONDO on the waterfront in a secured entry complex, a one bedroom one bathroom front unit with floor to ceiling windows & open balcony allow abundant of natural light and great views of Mt. Benson & the city. The kitchen with ample cabinets & beautiful granite top counters / eating bar open to the dining / living area. The unit is equipped with a warm gas fire place, an air conditioner and in unit laundry the summer. This is ideal for any person who seek carefree living in the downtown core.

$498,900 405-38 FRONT STREET

Centrally located whole duplexes nestled on an 80’x160’ level lot with private treed back yard; located near schools, shopping & all amenities. Each side offers 1318 sqft, living room, kitchen with eating area, 2 bedrooms & a 4 piece bath on the main floor. A large 3rd bed room, 3 piece bath & a laundry room located in the ground floor. There is a full length by 3 ft front balcony & a 10’x10’ front storage room down. Each side has a single carport plus ample space for RV parking. Recent renos include new roof & floorings.

1809-1811 NORTHFIELD RD.

$299,000

$249,900

Prestigious Stephenson Point area family home nestles on a 8970 sqft level lot with fenced private yard & matured hedges. Situated in a quiet street and located short distance to waterfront parks, school & on bus route. A westcoast contemporary designed home with vaulted cedar ceiling and attractive wood fireplace in the spacious livingroom. Offers 2330 sqft of living space, 4 bedrooms & 3 baths, and a huge family room down. An enclosed carport and ample RV parking.

3340 KITE WAY

REDUCED $339,000

DIVER LAKE - HALF DUPLEX

Here is a great opportunity to own and develop this beautiful 52.28 acre parcel of land with huge potential for rezone and subdivide. Currently it is zoned A1 but is excluded from the ALR. It has potential for a 2 - acre lots subdivision. Ashcroft RENOVATED and updated half duplex nestled on a Access large level lot from and situated close to Road, expensive schools, Beban Park, malls and all amenities. Offers 1323 sq. ft. an of living space with 3resigood neighborhood off size bedrooms, a full bath and a large storage room ondential the upper floor, spacious living room, Chemainus Road. For a functional kitchen with nook & laundry closet plus a powder room completed the main level. more info, please contact Recent renos included newer roof, new windows & doors, new floorings, new kitchen cabinets and appliance. Ample space for parking or RV parking. Stanley This is niceChong. home at affordable price

Here is a great opportunity to own and develop this beautiful 52.28 acre parcel of land with huge potential for rezone and subdivide. Currently it is zoned A1 but is excluded from the ALR. It has potential for a 2 - acre lots subdivision. Ashcroft Renovated and updated half duplex nestled on aAccess large level lotfrom & situated close to expensive schools Beban Park, malls & all amenities. OffersRoad, 1323 sq.anft. of living spaceresiwith dential off 3 good size bedrooms, a full bath & a large storage room on neighborhood the upper floor. A spaFor cious living room, a functional kitchen with nookChemainus & a laundry area Road. plus a powder more info, please contact room completed the main level. Recent renos include newer roof, windows & doors, Stanley Chong. new kitchen cabinets & counter, new appliances. Great tenant in place at $950/mth.

2477 ROSSTOWN ROAD

2479 ROSSTOWN ROAD

$219,000

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$219,000

CHEMAINUS DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY

ATTENTION DEVELOPERS Here is a great opportunity to own and develop this beautiful 52.28 acre parcel of land with huge potential for rezone and subdivide. Currently it is zoned A1 but is excluded from the ALR. It has potential for a 2 - acre lots subdivision. Access from Ashcroft Road, an expensive residential neighborhood off Chemainus Road. For more info, please contact Stanley Chong.

TRANS CANADA HWY.

$1,550,000

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NOVEMBER 23 – 27, 2015

www.realtyexecutivesnanaimo.com 503 Comox Rd., Nanaimo, B.C.

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Mid Island.

Linda McKernan

BRAND NEW 3 BEDROOM RANCHER OFF WESTWOOD ROAD! Open plan with vaulted ceilings, forced air furnace, 2 baths, fireplace, fully fenced ready for you by Dec. 15

Here’s a half acre ocean view home ready to go! Lots of updating already done, including the new septic field. 3 spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms. Nice low maintenance yard on a small stream with great ocean view in Lantzville/ Nanoose area with low taxes, but 5 minutes from Woodgrove Mall.

ONLY $339,900

217,000

250.753.9688 JUST LISTED @ $149,900

A Brechin view condo with underground parking and fenced storage. 980 sq. ft.,2 bedroom 2 full bathrooms, in house laundry; large rooms and a very nice kitchen. This unit is situated on the southwest side of the building and has been tastefully prepared for sale. A real nice unit for a fair market.

Ken Walkling 250.753.9688 www.kenwalkling.com

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7.5 acres 10 min drive from Nanaimo. 2300 sqft 3 bed 2 bath westcoast contemporary style home

Super Clean and Updated 55+ Home

Retirement living at its best

Excelled Location in North Nanaimo New Furnace and Heat pump in 2014 Large yard with fruit trees S l d updated d t d Super clean and throughout

New roof and updated electrical in 2013 New access ramp Extra large master bedroom and much more

Peace and Quiet

– 69 Ranchview Drive – 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2055 sq. ft. home is located in beautiful Cinnabar Valley which backs onto a protected wetland near trail access. Call to view this Perfect family home today!

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3165 ANDRES ROAD $328,000

D L O S Have you been looking for a large nicely kept home? Well here it is! Best priced home in this quality high end sub division. Over 2800 sq.ft., huge foyer, big sundeck, views and southern exposure, low maintenance, mortgage helper and the list goes on.

North Jinglepot - 1800 sq ft plus rancher on 1/2 acre. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom has an open concept but needs some cosmetic upgrades so is priced to sell. The yard is fully landscaped with mature trees and shrubs. Alongside the double attached garage there is plenty of parking for your R.V. and Boat. This property has an aquafer fed cistern that provides plenty of water in all seasons.

44 EMBARCADERO PLACE $439,900

6820 PARKLANDS PLACE UNIT 27 $25,500

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1720 KERRISDALE ROAD $349,500

KATERINA GAMLIN 250-713-5396

110 CANTERBURY $ 499,900

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Legal Duplex close to schools, bus stop and shopping. 3 bedrooms in each unit. Located on a quiet street with large backyard. This property has C4 zoning. The existing building could be converted for commercial/office/ retail use.

Large family home in the beautiful established neighbourhood of CILAIRE. 3 bedrooms and 1 and 1/2 baths up with fully finished basement down including two rec rooms, bedroom, and 3 piece bath. Single attached garage, large level yard and ocean view make this a great family home.

Updated two bedroom mobile with newer roof, soaker tub with tiled surround, laundry machines, laminate floor in kitchen, wood feature wall etc etc. Pets allowed and close to Woodgrove Mall.

Call Peter & Kathy Koch today

250-753-9688

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NOVEMBER 23 – 27, 2015

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LARGE DEPARTURE BAY HOME

$318,000

THIS LARGE DEPARTURE BAY family home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms plus a den and bachelor in-law suite in a convenient location.The main level offers original hardwood floors which flow into a roomy kitchen dining area with access to an expansive wrap around deck.

CALL ALEX PENNER 250.802.0203 or 250.591.4601

230 PRINCESS STREET

$249,900

4 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM! Here’s an affordable home on a no through street in south Nanaimo. It offers a large living room with an adjoining oak kitchen, 2 full baths, bright laundry area, fenced yard and a 15 X 12 wired workshop.

CALL JOEL BRITTAIN 250.591.4601

UPDATED UPLANDS FAMILY HOME

$299,900

UPDATED AND CONVENIENTLY LOCATED Uplands family home. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home has received many updates including Vinyl Windows, Brand new kitchen, updated main bathroom, flooring in all three bedrooms, paint and trim throughout and much more.

615 PARK AVE.

CALL CATHERINE MCCULL/ JIM STEWART 250.591.4601

CALL ALEX PENNER 250.802.0203 or 250.591.4601

2088 MINTO AVENUE

$184,900

AFFORDABLE AND COMFORTABLE! You will want to move right in once you see this lovely home situated in historic South Wellington. Offering a nicely laid out floor plan which includes 2 bedrooms, a good sized living room and quite a spacious kitchen.

3884 KING ARTHUR

LADYSMITH TOWNHOME 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath townhome in the heart of Ladysmith a short walk to schools. All new flooring and paint – move in ready!

4059 VALEWOOD DRIVE

$185,000

AFFORDABLE 2 BED 2 BATHROOM home in beautiful Deerwood Estates. Built in 2004 and well maintained with a beautiful private garden area.

CALL CHRIS CRUMP 250.591.4601

2128 MOUTAIN VISTA

CALL SCOTT & ARLENE FORBES

CALL AMBER TANTI

250.591.4601

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3650 MANLY ROAD

$779,900

LUXURY WALK-OUT RANCHER on 2.5 acres in close proximity to all Nanaimo amenities. This home is at lock-up stage now, so there is time for your input. Home is roughed in for a suite downstairs if desired.

CALL BETTY-ANN HUBERTS 250.591.4601

729 COMOX ROAD

$249,000

LOCATED IN THE OLD CITY DISTRICT THIS 3 BEDROOM HOME has had many upgrades over the last few years, new roof, new heat pump and furnace, upgraded electrical service, newer flooring, painted exterior, new decks and fenced yard. Great place to live, walking distance to the Waterfront and Downtown and Bowen Park is steps away. Single garage and extra parking.

CALL PETER GALLACHER 250.591.4601

$459,900

5 BEDROOM 3 BATH HOME, includes 2 bedroom legal suite. Across from Coal Tyee School. Heat pump, hot water on demand, built in Vac, top of the line Kitchen Aid Appliances plus more!!!! Call Amber today to set up a viewing.

CALL GLYNIS HAYES,

ghayes@460realty.com

$198,500

2 BED DOUBLE-WIDE HOME is the whole package. Quietly situated in the 55+ Gated Community of beautiful Deerwood Estates. Nicely renovated. Lovely mountain views from the gorgeous living room with over-size window letting in so much light. Don’t miss this one.

CALL CATHERINE MCCULL/ JIM STEWART 250.591.4601

34-711 MALONE RD, LADYSMITH $169,900

$284,900

THIS CHARMING and tastefully renovated home is conveniently located in a great neighbourhood and close to all levels of schools and amenities. The property is fully fenced, nicely landscaped and offers space for your RV..

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6611 EVEREST DRIVE

$329,900

GREAT THREE BEDROOM RANCHER offering 1300 sq. ft., perfect for those who desire to get away from stairs and want main level living. Featuring beautiful laminate floors throughout the living room, dining and hallway, you will also receive the benefit of having vaulted ceilings to create a more spacious “feel” within the home. Ranchers like this in Nanaimo just don’t seem to last very long so stop in and have a look!

CALL TOM MUNRO

munromarketing@shaw.ca

250.714-2147

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NOVEMBER 23 – 27, 2015

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761 7 61 H HARDING AR RDING AVENUE

11680 FAIRTIDE ROAD, LADYSMITH

4 BEDROOM CHARACTER HOME!

280 ft. walk on waterfront, 1 acre southern exposure, 4662 sq ft. home, guest cottage, boat rail launch and moorage.

$349,900 $349 900

120 AMPHION TERRACE – $554,000 Unique West Coast home at Rockwood Heights, 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom, 1915-sq.ft., stunning mountain views and high-end finishing.

GREAT PRICE

Amazing yard and awesome central location.

ONLY 3 UNITS LEFT

$1,450,000

COUNTRY CHARM

3405 OCEAN MIST PLACE LUXURY TOWNHOMES AT ROCKWOOD HEIGHTS

2955 YELLOWPOINT ROAD

301-560 STEWART AVENUE

3 bed/2bath updated charming character home on over 3/4 acre private lot, metal roof and heat pump.

LOCATION! Live on the waterfront in this bright 1200sqft 2 bed/2 bath condo with 2 balconies, call today!

$264,900

$389,000

Starting at $509,000 Call for details.

NEW LISTING!

CAROLLE MACINTOSH & SHANNON FRITH 250.591.4601

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#8-3250 ROSS ROAD

$339,000

5687 BROOKWOOD

Great townhouse unit ready to enjoy with good access points and a warm and friendly location for visitors. Very well laid out floor plan with an open kitchen and large dining/living room to enjoy with friends and family. Guest washroom located on the main floor along with plenty of storage including crawl space. Upstairs you will find two very roomy bedrooms with a 3 piece ensuite attached to the master. The laundry room has been given lots of space and has sink and lots of extra storage.

A beautifully warm home is waiting for you at the end of a quiet no thru street. Inside you will find a great floor plan with 3 bedrooms up and 1 bedroom down. A well laid out kitchen which is great for entertaining while still allowing for social events to expand into the adjoining family room. Great deck for summer BBQs and plenty of parking out front. Close to parks, shopping and major routes. Move in ready today!

BRAD KNIGHT 250.591.4601 BKNIGHT@460realty.ca

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NOVEMBER 23 – 27, 2015

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Nanaimo 250-760-2234 or 250-758-4212 Ladysmith 250-245-0975

LUXURY 2 BEDROOM OCEANVIEW SUITES Quality fixtures and finishings. Fabulous North Nanaimo location.

Starting at $299,900

BEAUTIFUL PROTECTION ISLAND Partially cleared .24 acres, Protection Island has City services (water and sewer to lot) and is only 10 minutes ferry or boat ride from downtown Nanaimo.

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407-150 PROMENADE DR.

LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT FAMILY HOME?

Here is your opportunity to be a resident in one of the premier condo buildings on the Naniamo Waterfront, the Newcastle Building at Cameron Island. This 2 bed 2 bath 1036 sqft unit has amazing views of Nanaimo Harbour, across to Newcastle, Protection and Gabriola Islands, the Straight of Georgia, Mainland Vancouver and the Coastal Mountains.

Here it is, a gorgeous 4 bed 3 bath 2000 sqft well appointed home, with 2 car garage and paved driveway on a large .495 acre lot. Built in 2004, this home features an open floor plan with marble countertops and an island with eating bar in the kitchen that enjoys the $459,900 great room concept.

RYAN ANDREW

$429,000

250-758-7653 SHARRY CURRY

250-758-7653

OCEAN VIEW HOME WITH SUITE

Architecturally designed Contemporary with 270 degree views through floor to ceiling windows and over 1,000 square feet of deck in exclusive Long Lake Heights. Call for a private viewing.

Recently renovated including roof, windows, bathrooms, floors, upgraded insulation and more. Beautiful views of the Dunsmuir Islands. A spacious two bedroom suite on the lower floor makes this an super-affordable option in today’s hot market. Call today to book a private viewing.

$529,900

(250) 816-3899

250-758-7653

CINNABAR VALLEY

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JAN & TOM

$269,900

2880 HALIDAY Desirable Departure Bay! Level entry 3 beds up 2 bed suite down. Ocean views, fenced backyard,double garage, metal roof. Tenants in place make for a turn key investment or solid family home. $429,000

Situated ed on .4 acre with lovely garden and fruit trees, this 4 bedroom home is a delight. delight Quiet location with RV parking.

$78,000

JANE GARCIA

717 BLYTHE AVENUE 3 bedroom, 1 bath Townsite area rancher. Freshly updated - move in ready. corner lot - workshop/garage. Ideal for the handyman or mechanic.

250-753-4070 NICOLE TA

JIM BALLARD

RI WP

Clearview at Regency Vista

$529,900

D L SO

Ocean view ew 1bd and den condo in the heart of downtown down Nanaimo. Tastefully . Tastefully updated. Secure, underground parking pa and storage. age. Currently rented for $900/month to fantastic fant tenants who would love to stay! Invest or move in. Your choice! Go to www.vancouverislandlifestyle.ca for more info.

(250) 816-3899

ROSANNA DUFFY

250-758-7653

LOT 10 LACKHAVEN DRIVE Looking for that perfect Gulf Island lot? This .50 acre lot on Gabriola could be it. Located on the sunny south end, close to beaches, community hall and 15 min. drive to ferry. Flat and easy to build on.

$80,000

$179,900

$349,900

JAN & TOM

250-758-7653

ROSANNA DUFFY

250-758-7653

OCEAN VIEW LUXURY RANCHER

ATTENTION FAMILIES!

MASTERPIECE HOME

Located just 1 block from the ocean, this classic 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom 2 storey house is an breath of fresh air. With updated flooring, new kitchen, new windows, new roof and an amazing sense of style this home is looking for new owners.

This 10 yr old masterpiece home is ahead of its time, as the features found here are only starting to be used in modern high end construction. From the custom 8ft front door that opens to breathtaking ocean and city view, to custom wood paneling, seamless glass showers and railings, feature water wall, stone counters, natural colored tile flooring, and floor to ceiling windows. This property is a must see.

$419,900

SHAWN MCDONALD (250) 758-7653

1.6 acres of southwest exposure; paradise. If you truly appreciate pure quality then you’ll want to view this spacious home. Over 2000 sqft and custom built for the current owners with only the best materials used. There’s so many features to list but here is just some. Hand carved (Jack Fisher) fireplace, Clear V6 cedar siding, hidden gutters, sub zero fridge/freezer, interior walls insulated, heat pump & HRV unit and gorgeous stained glass (Harry Read) front entry way door.

$1,195,000

SHAWN MCDONALD (250) 758-7653

$679,900

KEITH MAZURENKO

250-245-0545

Mini Butchart Gardens!

GARDNER’S DELIGHT!

301-225 ROSEHILL STREET

301-481 KENNEDY STREET

Private backyard, granite countertops & tile floor. 3 bedroom rancher has been substantially renovated.

Property is 17 acres. 3 acres of gorgeous gardens! 4 bedroom plus den, 2 pellet stoves & woodstove. Over 700 rhodos, roses and other plants & shrubs.

Marine Vista, steps to the Sea Wall, quality building. Extra-large patio, some ocean glimpses. Best price in the building.

$499,900

Enjoy a beautiful mountain view while being walking distance to downtown shopping, restaurants, parks, other amenities as well as VIU. Unit is naturally bright and has private balcony. Enjoy afternoon BBQ’s, evening sunsets or raise a selection of plants on your sunny balcony. Unit has 2 bdrms, 4-pc bathrm and a large extra storage locker downstairs. The inside of the unit is freshly painted, has a new toilet, new baseboard heaters and the exterior had the hardiplank siding and new windows installed in ‘08. Hot water is included in the strata fees.

250-758-7653

RYAN COFFEY

$229,900

LUKE KOLK & SUE PERREY 250-245-1111

$554,900

LUKE KOLK & SUE PERREY 250-245-1111

JEN STANGER

$159,900

250-758-7653

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HOMES | 11

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REAL ESTATE Nanaimo

INSURANCE

D L O S NEW

250-758-7653 250-756-1132 Gabriola Island 250-247-2088 Ladysmith 250-245-0545

G TIN S I L

REDUCED

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Brooks Landing $427,000 250-756-0178 Country Club 250-758-1751

Nanaimo 250-760-2234 or 250-758-4212 Ladysmith 250-245-0975

GRAND GOLF COURSE HOME

Custom 1960â€™s home situation PO UIF SE UFF PG UIF /BOBJNP Golf Club. Original hardwood floors, feature fireplace and built-ins and a large rec room. Beautifully landscaped yard with two large decks to enjoy the outdoors from. Upgraded windows and heat pump. Donâ€™t miss this classic home!

$549,900

JIM BALLARD

250-753-4070

SE PM OU 29 1-3 H / EN V28 OP UN, NO /S SAT

8 â€“ 1630 CRESCENT VIEW DRIVE

4 - 3449 HALLBERG

Great investment opportunity in this 2 bedroom condo. Situated in a very rentable part of town, this 826 sq ft unit has new flooring, new paint, and shows very well! A great walk score, easy access to all parts of central Nanaimo and all the amenities are close at hand!

Great young mobile home in a quiet and safe park. Â Built in 2008, this home represents a great option for home ownership! With 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathsâ€Śyou wonâ€™t be disappointed!

TODD SANDERSON

Rob Boyle & Dave Hitchcock

$82,500

$117,400

250-758-7653

Our residential list to sell ratio is 100% this year. Ask about our marketing plan to help you list and sell your home.

250-802-3650

250-758-7653

250-755-9629

BEACH ESTATES CLASSIC POST & BEAM

$279,900

LORNE GAIT

LOOKING TO RETIRE HERE

5IFO EP OPU NJTT UIJT TR GU NPEVMBS IPNF DMPTF UP Woodgrove Mall. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, new flooring and paint. Move in ready. Hurry and take a look.

ASKING $124,900

CLEM REMILLARD

250-616-6759

250-618-0680

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REG WARREN

250-758-7653

5+ ACRES

0WFS TR GU IPNF CFE CBUI $684,000

HEATHER PYNTEN

250-758-7653

D L O S /FX CFESPPN IPNF JO CFBVUJGVM $JOOBCBS )FJHIUT Subdivision. Corner lot, extra parking with suite in great neighbourhood. Please call to view.

HEATHER PYNTEN

LORI BROTHERS

NEW HOME

$388,000

250-758-7653

NEW LISTING! 221-99 CHAPEL ST.

Private and yet only ten minutes to town. Great shop and double wide. Zoning allows for 2 homes. Close to Mountain View and Christian schools.Â What a place to raise your family. Your kids will love playingÂ here in all the trails.Â Nice building sites too. $585,000

1 acre of land close to Beban Park with small home on property. Perfect to rent outÂ until you decide what options you would like to pursue. Call now to see this great investment property.

Studio NA, Nanaimoâ€™s premier condo complex in the heart of downtown. One bedroom and lovely den,large master CFESPPN XJUI FOTVJUF BOE MBSHF DMPTFU 5IJT JT POF PG UIF most desirable units in the building

CLEM REMILLARD

$575,000

250-616-6759

NEW HOME ON ACREAGE!

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DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY

$249,500

JEN STANGER

250-758-7653

D L O S SOLD

#FBVUJGVM DPOEP JO EPXOUPXO /BOBJNP 5IJT one is sold, but I can help you find your perfect place to call home too!

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PAIGE MANNS

$619,900+GST

250-758-7653

FINALLY YOUR DREAM WATERFRONT LOT IS HERE!!

Gorgeous level half acre lot in beautiful Yellow Point BSFB 5IJT QSPQFSUZ JT SFBEZ UP HP XJUI FYDFMMFOU XFMM approved septic area, clearing and driveway in place. If you're not quite ready to build it is the perfect vacation property to use in the meantime with power available and lots of room for an RV.

$525,000

KEITH MAZURENKO

250-245-0545

250-758-7653

ACCESSIBLE WATER FRONT IN CEDAR BY THE SEA!

4UVOOJOH BSDIJUFDUVSBM IPNF PO "DSFT Custom built to a high standard with lovely GFBUVSFT CVJMEJOH NBUFSJBMT $986,500

DAVID HAYWARD

250-758-7653

D L O S

LOWER LANTZVILLE BEAUTY

ISLAND LIFE AWAITS!

ed in desirable Hawthorne Heights sits Located CVMPVT IPNF IPNF XJUI XJUI CFESPPNT CFESPPNT VQ VQ BOE BOE B B UIJT GBCVMPVT 2 bedroom legal suite. High end finishing, 9ft ceilings, hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen and more.

-PDBUFE PO B IVHF TR GU MPU TJUT UIJT BNB[JOH TQMJU level home that has been extensively remodelled. Offering CFESPPNT BOE GVMM CBUIT XJUI PWFS TR GU PG MJWJOH Private property with a double garage plus a separate studio/workshop. A must see!

Level, lightly treed, sunny lot on Protection Island. Live in a park like setting, easy 10 minute boat or ferry ride to Downtown Nanaimo.

LORI BROTHERS

JANE GARCIA

$449,900 +GST

250-758-7653

ABSOLUTELY LIKE NEW UPSCALE TOWN HOME

In quiet and well located Barrington Heights. Great layout with all the main living areas on ground level floor except two extra bedrooms and a full bath on the upper floor perfect for guests or hobby/family room area(s). Very nicely finished with all the custom features you're looking for. $349,900

KEITH MAZURENKO

250-245-0545

$469,900

250-758-7653

$79,000

250-758-7653

Everything verything you need in a DF DMFBO DMFBO CFE CFE

CFE CF OJDF ite. Only steps to school, schoo suite. rge kid friendly yard, quiet quie large reet Daylight basement, basement all a street. appliances!

D L O S $258,800

ROY PRZADA

250-758-7653

NEAR WOODGROVE CENTRE

2 bdrms up, 1 down, family room, extensive deckJOH MPDBUFE PO PG BO BDSF Ă¸ 1FSGFDU GPS TUVEFOU or extended family member. Walk to Woodgrove Mall.

$299,900

GAIL SJOSTROM

250-758-7653

QUAINT 2 BEDROOM

2 full bathroom home, with roof, hot water tank, windows, furnace done in the last 6 years.Â Super TJ[FE DSBXM TQBDF BOE TFQBSBUF XPSLTIPQ XJUI MBOF access. $258,000 208 HOWARD AVENUE

CINDY BURROWS

250-245-0545

D L O S AMAZING RANCHER!!

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$394,900 +GST

LORI BROTHERS

250-758-7653

LONG LAKE LOT

Come and build your own custom home on this lovely TPVUI GBDJOH MPU PO -POH -BLF Ă¸ 5IF HFOUMZ TMPQJOH property is perfect for a level entry design.Â Located at the end of a no thru road for ultimate privacy. $275,000

LORI BROTHERS

250-758-7653

5PQ GMPPS CFESPPNT CBUISPPNT EFO upgrades and wonderful views! 402-560 Stewart Avenue

NCREDIBLE FAMILY HOME" situated on a large level fenced lot on a quiet street, close to schools and parks. 'FBUVSJOH CFESPPNT GBNJMZ SPPN SFD SPPN CBUIT FUD XJUIJO CFBVUJGVMMZ GJOJTIFE TRGU 5IJT IPNF JT immaculate and in perfect as new condition. Updates include windows, flooring, roof, furnace, insulated garage doors and more. $409,900

RON WILLIAMS

250-245-0545

LUXURY RANCHER WITH PRIVATE IN-GROUND POOL & HOT TUB 2500 sqft with bonus room up. Renovated throughout with stunning kitchen, master bedroom and ensuite bathroom. You will not want to leave home!

$449,900

DAVE HITCHCOCK/ROB BOYLE 250-755-9629

Call 250-760-2234 and Ask for Brett and we will evaluate your investment and suggest an income for the property.

INVESTORS ALERT!

Invest in this 20 unit condo development. Permit is in place and ready to be built on. For info pkg. call today. 555 Milton Street

$475,000

SHARRY CURRY

250-758-7653

1134 TRANS CAN HWY

CFESPPN IPNF XJUI BUUBDIFE Y XPSLTIPQ 3 [POJOH Access from the Island Highway and 2nd Ave . Lots of parking. 5IF SPPG JT ZFBST PME 8FMM DBSFE GPS CVJMEJOH DVSSFOUMZ VTFE GPS IPNF BOE CJMMJBSE UBCMFT Y GU MPU *U HPFT SJHIU VQ UP OE "WF and has great highway exposure. $279,900

RON WILLIAMS

250-245-0545

You Could Win

PENTHOUSE CONDO AT CHANNEL VIEW

has a few upcoming homes and condos for rent. Please check with our office CZ DBMMJOH GPS B MJTU PG properties available. We also have an experienced capable team that can manage your investment property with competitive fees.

Call me today! Marilee Krogel 250-667-4970 Royal LePage Property Management

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D L O S

250-758-7653

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HELP

NEW HOME WITH SUITE

$299,000

Nanaimo Realty Property Management

10 ACRES EAST WELLINGTON

250-616-6759

FAMILY HOME ON 1/2 ACRE

Floor to ceiling windows - two fireplaces. Views of Newcastle and Departure Bay. Renovated including new kitchen - appliances - fixtures flooring. Corner lot w/multiple parking. Newer roof - over 2000 sq.ft. $575,000 1067 BEACH DRIVE

TOWNHOUSE T WITH STUNNING OCEAN VIEWS Stunning S ocean views are the first thing you notice from t this beautifully appointed two bedroom plus den strata home. Great location close to shopping, transportation, and town. Lots of renos and upgradesâ€ŚCall Lorne Gait for EFUBJMT BU 926 Highview Terrace

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DAVID HAYWARD

Proceeds go toward the Nanaimo/Ladysmith Food Banks Drop off money or non-perishable food and receive a ballot

Every item or dollar donated receives a ballot!

$638,800

Donations can be dropped off at any Royal LePage Office Draw will be held December 2nd | 1 Prize per person

250-758-7653

For more information please call 250-760-2234

Royal LePage Property Management provides professional, effective and efficient services. We have a company wide commitment to maximize the long term profitability for our owners, while maintaining quality housing for tenants. Contact us today! www.royallepagenanaimo.ca P: 250-760-2234 | TF: 1-800-799-4966

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RENOVATION OPEN HOUSE

5PUBMMZ SFOPWBUFE CFESPPN DPOEP UPQ GMPPS Come see the renos to give you an idea of what you could do at your home. Condo not for sale. Snacks/drink. RSVP. 406-6715 Dover Road

ROB BOYLE

250-802-3650

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HOMES | 11

NOVEMBER 23 â€“ 27, 2015

REAL ESTATE Nanaimo

INSURANCE

D L O S NEW

250-758-7653 250-756-1132 Gabriola Island 250-247-2088 Ladysmith 250-245-0545

G TIN S I L

REDUCED

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Brooks Landing $427,000 250-756-0178 Country Club 250-758-1751

Nanaimo 250-760-2234 or 250-758-4212 Ladysmith 250-245-0975

GRAND GOLF COURSE HOME

$549,900

JIM BALLARD

250-753-4070

SE PM OU 29 1-3 H / EN V28 OP UN, NO /S SAT

8 â€“ 1630 CRESCENT VIEW DRIVE

4 - 3449 HALLBERG

Great young mobile home in a quiet and safe park. Â Built in 2008, this home represents a great option for home ownership! With 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathsâ€Śyou wonâ€™t be disappointed!

TODD SANDERSON

Rob Boyle & Dave Hitchcock

$82,500

$117,400

250-758-7653

Our residential list to sell ratio is 100% this year. Ask about our marketing plan to help you list and sell your home.

250-802-3650

250-758-7653

250-755-9629

BEACH ESTATES CLASSIC POST & BEAM

$279,900

LORNE GAIT

LOOKING TO RETIRE HERE

5IFO EP OPU NJTT UIJT TR GU NPEVMBS IPNF DMPTF UP Woodgrove Mall. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, new flooring and paint. Move in ready. Hurry and take a look.

ASKING $124,900

CLEM REMILLARD

250-616-6759

250-618-0680

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NICOLE TA

REG WARREN

250-758-7653

5+ ACRES

0WFS TR GU IPNF CFE CBUI $684,000

HEATHER PYNTEN

250-758-7653

D L O S /FX CFESPPN IPNF JO CFBVUJGVM $JOOBCBS )FJHIUT Subdivision. Corner lot, extra parking with suite in great neighbourhood. Please call to view.

HEATHER PYNTEN

LORI BROTHERS

NEW HOME

$388,000

250-758-7653

NEW LISTING! 221-99 CHAPEL ST.

1 acre of land close to Beban Park with small home on property. Perfect to rent outÂ until you decide what options you would like to pursue. Call now to see this great investment property.

CLEM REMILLARD

$575,000

250-616-6759

NEW HOME ON ACREAGE!

DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY

$249,500

JEN STANGER

250-758-7653

D L O S SOLD

#FBVUJGVM DPOEP JO EPXOUPXO /BOBJNP 5IJT one is sold, but I can help you find your perfect place to call home too!

5IJT TUVOOJOH DPOEP JT OPX TPME o * DBO IFMQ ZPV TUVOOJOH DPOEP JT OPX TPME o * DBO IFMQ ZP find your perfect home too.

PAIGE MANNS

$619,900+GST

250-758-7653

FINALLY YOUR DREAM WATERFRONT LOT IS HERE!!

$525,000

KEITH MAZURENKO

250-245-0545

250-758-7653

ACCESSIBLE WATER FRONT IN CEDAR BY THE SEA!

4UVOOJOH BSDIJUFDUVSBM IPNF PO "DSFT Custom built to a high standard with lovely GFBUVSFT CVJMEJOH NBUFSJBMT $986,500

DAVID HAYWARD

250-758-7653

D L O S

LOWER LANTZVILLE BEAUTY

ISLAND LIFE AWAITS!

Level, lightly treed, sunny lot on Protection Island. Live in a park like setting, easy 10 minute boat or ferry ride to Downtown Nanaimo.

LORI BROTHERS

JANE GARCIA

$449,900 +GST

250-758-7653

ABSOLUTELY LIKE NEW UPSCALE TOWN HOME

KEITH MAZURENKO

250-245-0545

$469,900

250-758-7653

$79,000

250-758-7653

Everything verything you need in a DF DMFBO DMFBO CFE CFE

CFE CF OJDF ite. Only steps to school, schoo suite. rge kid friendly yard, quiet quie large reet Daylight basement, basement all a street. appliances!

D L O S $258,800

ROY PRZADA

250-758-7653

NEAR WOODGROVE CENTRE

2 bdrms up, 1 down, family room, extensive deckJOH MPDBUFE PO PG BO BDSF Ă¸ 1FSGFDU GPS TUVEFOU or extended family member. Walk to Woodgrove Mall.

$299,900

GAIL SJOSTROM

250-758-7653

QUAINT 2 BEDROOM

2 full bathroom home, with roof, hot water tank, windows, furnace done in the last 6 years.Â Super TJ[FE DSBXM TQBDF BOE TFQBSBUF XPSLTIPQ XJUI MBOF access. $258,000 208 HOWARD AVENUE

CINDY BURROWS

250-245-0545

D L O S AMAZING RANCHER!!

$394,900 +GST

LORI BROTHERS

250-758-7653

LONG LAKE LOT

LORI BROTHERS

250-758-7653

5PQ GMPPS CFESPPNT CBUISPPNT EFO upgrades and wonderful views! 402-560 Stewart Avenue

RON WILLIAMS

250-245-0545

LUXURY RANCHER WITH PRIVATE IN-GROUND POOL & HOT TUB 2500 sqft with bonus room up. Renovated throughout with stunning kitchen, master bedroom and ensuite bathroom. You will not want to leave home!

$449,900

DAVE HITCHCOCK/ROB BOYLE 250-755-9629

Call 250-760-2234 and Ask for Brett and we will evaluate your investment and suggest an income for the property.

INVESTORS ALERT!

Invest in this 20 unit condo development. Permit is in place and ready to be built on. For info pkg. call today. 555 Milton Street

$475,000

SHARRY CURRY

250-758-7653

1134 TRANS CAN HWY

RON WILLIAMS

250-245-0545

You Could Win

PENTHOUSE CONDO AT CHANNEL VIEW

Call me today! Marilee Krogel 250-667-4970 Royal LePage Property Management

2 .1 EC M D P T., -2 SA 12

D L O S

250-758-7653

Real Estate Questions?Â

HELP

NEW HOME WITH SUITE

$299,000

Nanaimo Realty Property Management

10 ACRES EAST WELLINGTON

250-616-6759

FAMILY HOME ON 1/2 ACRE

ING

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DAVID HAYWARD

Proceeds go toward the Nanaimo/Ladysmith Food Banks Drop off money or non-perishable food and receive a ballot

Every item or dollar donated receives a ballot!

$638,800

Donations can be dropped off at any Royal LePage Office Draw will be held December 2nd | 1 Prize per person

250-758-7653

For more information please call 250-760-2234

E US -3PM O H TH 1 EN C. 6 P E O ,D SUN

RENOVATION OPEN HOUSE

5PUBMMZ SFOPWBUFE CFESPPN DPOEP UPQ GMPPS Come see the renos to give you an idea of what you could do at your home. Condo not for sale. Snacks/drink. RSVP. 406-6715 Dover Road

ROB BOYLE

250-802-3650

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YELLOW POINT LOTS $249,900

Beautiful 5 acre lots private, level easy to build on wells and septic area.

$249,900

GREG BUCHANAN

250-245-0545

503D –181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

Ocean view and Ocean front! Quarter Share ownership at the prestigious “Beach Club” resort in Parksville. This is a fantastic opportunity to own your dream vacation spot, and/or a great rental income! Luxury awaits the next owner! 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, two balconies and access to all the amenities of the resort!

$57,000

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3626 YELLOW POINT ROAD

Amazing walk on water front. 2.6 acres with 2400 sq ft rancher plus a separate charming self contained cottage.Situated in Yellow Point on beautiful ,private well treed lot. First time on the market in 40 years.

$1,999,050

GREG BUCHANAN

250-245-0545

3 BED/2BATH RANCHER

Come home to Ladysmith! This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom rancher will delight with gorgeous backyard, serene with pond and pretty plantings. Situated privately on a panhandle lot, park in an over height long carport; do woodwork in the 10X12 wired workshop. Play on the front lawn. Good turnaround. All thought out and move in ready! $289,900

250-758-7653 JILL DASHWOOD

250-245-0545

3260 HUNTINGTON PLACE

This 3,000 sqft. rancher with a walk-out basement, ready for an in-law suite, is situated on 0.43 of an acre on a quiet cul-de-sac. Light & bright, with several patio doors to the back deck, oak floors & cabinets, pride of ownership is evident. $575,000

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NORTH NANAIMO OCEAN VIEW ACREAGE ESTATE

LANTZVILLE ACREAGE $839,000

6.27 acres treed for privacy on Caillet Creek. 2 legal homes. Main home: 5 bedrooms, 3 baths with an in-law suite. Has many recent improvements: 800 sq. ft. deck and heat pump, air conditioning, plus a rear yard, overheight 2 bay shop 24x30. RV parking. 2nd Home: 1133 sq. ft. Norse Log home, 2 bedroom, 1 bath plus den area. Built in 2002. Excellent artesian well water. Viewing is a must. Please call.

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IMMACULATE MACULATE MOBILE IN POPUL POPULAR WOODGROVE ESTATES PARK

Close to shopping, buses and restaurants. This well kept home features oak kitchen cabinets, vaulted ceilings, skylites and spacious rooms throughout. New roof and skylites in 2014. Large 30 x 8’ sundeck. A must see. 42-854 TURNER ROAD $103,000

NEEN NAZARUK

250-758-7653

SEMI-WATERFRONT

Forest Park Classic Split Level design home com completely updatedd and ready for new family. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, large family room. Gorgeous and private deck and yard. Walk to both levels of schools and close to shopping, buses.

The 3,023 sq.ft. home, primarily on a single level, offers 3 beds & 2 baths & an open kitchen/great room & dining area overlooking Georgia Strait. An impressive 800 sq.ft. deck overlooks the private beach & protected cove below.

250-758-7653

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$369,900

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THIS SPACE RESERVED FOR YOUR PROPERTY UNTIL IT’S SOLD Custom built executive 6,000sf, 1.9 acres, totally private. Meticulously crafted, high end finish. Chef’s kitchen with built-ins, 5 bathrooms, 4 fireplaces, hardwood floors. Great room design, 24x30 entertaining family room. Spectacular ocean & sunset views. This has it all. One of a kind properties with all city amenities. Shopping, schools, parks at your door. For details call Blaine Froats. $1,895,000

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BLAINE FROATS

250-755-5959 250-758-7653

$698,000

LONG LAKE VIEW LOT $109,900 $99,900

UNOBSTRUCTED FABULOUS VIEW 6986 SQ. FT. ASSESSMENT $118,000 #-"*/& '30"54 250-755-5959 / 250-758-7653

“ Our Charity.” Helping Women and Children escape violence. Proceeds support the Haven House Nanaimo.

HOMES | 13

NOVEMBER 23 â€“ 27, 2015

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Saturday and Sunday November 28th & 29th 10:00am â€“ 4:00pm 351 CAMBIE STREET SOUTH NANAIMO $309,900

Saturday and Sunday November 28th & 29th 10:00am â€“ 4:00pm 991 BUFFER ROAD SOUTH NANAIMO $299,900

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Saturday November 28th 12:00 â€“ 2:00pm 6117 AVERY LANE

FROM $214,900

DEPARTURE BAY $554,000

NORTH NANAIMO $379,500

Brand new rancher/bungalow in brand new subdivision features 3 generous size bedrooms with 2 full washrooms. Affordable living in a quiet neighbourhood. Fully landscaped, perfect for first time owners and empty nesters. Walking distance to all major amenities including elementary school, high school, shopping centre & many more.

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Lifeâ€™s next chapter is luxurious at Rockwood Heights.Â Contemporary design and sleek finishes.Â Town Homes, Lots and a Finished home located in a quiet, natural setting. Come home to executive luxury living in a prime location in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island.

3 bedroom 3 bathroom townhome in North Nanaimo a great quiet area of the neighbourhood. Close to Dover Bay Secondary, shopping and bus routes.

Call Harry Mangat at 250-591-9200

Call Tom Munro at 250-714-2147

Call Carolle MacIntosh or Shannon Frith at 250-591-4601

Call Rob Boyle at 250-802-3650

Sunday November 29th 1:00 â€“ 3:00pm

Saturday and Sunday November 28th & 29th 1:00 â€“ 3:00pm

Saturday November 28th 1:00pm â€“ 3:00pm

Wednesday to Sunday 1:00pm â€“ 4:00pm

5107 BROADMOOR PLACE

908 PAVAN PLACE

Saturday November 28th 2:00 â€“ 4:00pm 6169 ROSECROFT PLACE

489 7TH STREET

4960 SONGBIRD PLACE UPLANDS

UPLANDS $489,900 + GST

UNIVERSITY DISTRICT $469,900

NORTH NANAIMO $284,900

UNIVERSITY DISTRICT $435,000

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New basement home w/legal suite nestled on a large level lot with back lane access; situated close to VIU, both levels of schools, shopping malls, all amenities of south end, on bus route. Superbly designed & constructed w/open floor plan & offers 2474 sq.ft. living TQBDF CESNT CBUIT JODM B TR GU TVJUF 'FBUVSF kitchen with maple cabinetry, countertops & island.

Songbird PlaceÂ offersÂ one and two bedroom suites plus dens. All suites feature modern open floor plansÂ to fully enjoy the living area as well as covered decks.

Call Kim Bihari at 250-751-1223

Call Stanley Chong at 250-753-9688

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Call Stanley Chong at 250-753-9688

Call Sandy Harper at 250-751-1223

FROM $186,500

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NOVEMBER 23 â€“ 27, 2015

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9915 Echo Heights, Chemainus This serene & peaceful home in Channel View Estates is a beautifully designed rancher with a large & extremely private east facing garden. It overlooks the Strait of Georgia & Gulf Islands with great space flow throughout. A large deck leads to a terraced patio & .87 acre back yard with 10 ft hedges - maximum privacy is easy to maintain. There is fantastic growth potential for an addition & accessory building. This is a stunning lifestyle property with incredible privacy & views. An absolutely ideal home - look no further, you have found paradise.

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HOMES | 15

NOVEMBER 23 – 27, 2015

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594,900

379,900

1404 – 38 Front Street

Ext. 1012 or visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

3514 Fairview Drive

Central Nanaimo Character home! Hurry Before Its Gone!

Uplands Family Home! Two Bedroom Suite!

5 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,879 Sq Ft, Hard Wood Floors, Wood Fire Place, New Roof, New Furnace & New Heat Pump, New 200 Amp Service, Covered Rear Deck & Large Sunny Patio, Huge Backyard, Fully Fenced, RV Parking, Easy Care Mature Landscaping, Great Curb Appeal, Walk to Schools, Parks, Shopping & Bus Service, Will Sell Quickly! Visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

5 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,485 Sq Ft, New Heat Pump, Natural Gas Fireplace, New Kitchen Cabinets, New Silestone Counters, Breakfast Bar, New Plumbing and Lighting Fixtures, Stainless Steel Appliances, Walk to Schools, Parks, Shopping & Bus Service, Hurry, before it is gone!

Vancouver Island’s Best Ocean View!!! 2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,200 Sq Ft, Huge Balcony, Open Floor Plan, Hard Wood Floors, Granite Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances, In Unit Laundry, Natural Gas Fire Place, Heat Pump, Underground Parking, Secured Entry, Fantastic Downtown Nanaimo Location, Hurry, Call Now!

374,900

528 Churchill Avenue

VIsit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996 $

169,900

409,900

5230 Fox Place

224,900

195 Princess Street

1033 Collier Crescent

Enormous Ocean View! Quiet, Clean & Ready!

Wonderful & Spacious Home! The Willows MHP!

3 Beds + Den, 3 Baths, 2,546 Sq Ft, NG Forced Air Heating, NG Fireplace, Open Floor Plan, Double Garage, Easy Maintenance Landscaping, Huge Master Bedroom with 5 Piece Ensuite, No Though Road, Walk to Beach, Bus Service & Parks.

3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,716 Sq Ft, NEW Roof, NEW On-Demand Hot Water System, Open Floor Plan, Large Kitchen with Oak Cabinets and Island, Vaulted Ceiling, Double Carport, Living Room & Family Room, Large Patio, Easy Maintenance Landscaping, Parks Nearby, Buyer Friendly, Act Now!

4 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,550 Sq Ft, Huge Balcony over Garage, Brick Archways, Living Room and Family Room, Large Double Corner Lot with Two Separate Titles, Fully Fenced, Walk to Schools, Parks, Shopping & Bus Service, Act Now!

Ext. 1091 or visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

Ext. 1051 or visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

Ext. 1142 or visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

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259,900

449,900

5731 Malibu Terrace

2551 Sloan Road

179,900

Lot #2 Miller Farm Drive

Affordable Half Duplex! Great Location!

Main Level Entry Home with Walkout Basement Ocean View! Great Neighbourhood!

1,336 Sq Ft, 3 Beds, 2 Baths, New Roof, Fully Fenced, Large Rear Patio, Garage, NG Fireplace, NG Forced Air Heating, Thermal Windows, No Through Road, Walk to Schools, Parks, Shopping & Bus Service, Hurry, Act Now!

4 Beds, 3 Baths, 3,356 Sq Ft, .15 acre, Fully Fenced Flat Yard, Easy Care Landscaping, Huge Balcony, Double Garage, Open Floor Plan, Master Bedroom on Main Level, NG Fireplace, NG Forced Air Heating, Excellent Condition, North Nanaimo. Hurry, Must See, Act Now!

Great New Neighbourhood, Flat Lot, Utilities at Property Line, Walk to Ocean, Parks and Bus Service, Build Your Dream Home, Hurry, Act Now!

VIsit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

Ext. 1021 or visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

Ext. 1041 or visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

234,900

5.99 Acre Lot, Complete Privacy! Great View! Must See! Hydro & Phone to Lot Line, Excellent Access, Excellent Building Locations, Buyer Friendly, Must See, Act Now!

Ext. 1151 or visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

374,900

309,900

4110 Orchard Circle

Lot 21 Aho Road

Cottle Creek Estates Building Lot, No GST Engineered Hard Pan and Ready to Build On!

Affordable Family Home! Hurry! Act Now!

1835 Montana Road Fantastic Cinnabar Valley Home! Great location, Amazing Back Yard!

3 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,073 Sq Ft, Family Room, Living Room and Recreation Room, Private Backyard, Easy Maintenance Landscaping, Walk to schools, parks, bus service and shopping, Call Now!

3 Beds + Den, 3 Baths, 2,012 Sq Ft, Wonderful Floor Plan, Excellent Condition, Many Upgrades, Fully Fenced Yard, Amazing Landscaping with Irrigation System, Oversized Double Garage with Professional Work Benches, Buyer Friendly, Hurry, Call Now!

Visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

Ext. 1081 or visit www.chris-martin.ca To view please call Chris Martin at 250 616-1996

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NOVEMBER 23 – 27, 2015

Upcycle your home improvement projects Microbial Dust Mask and 6 mil Medium Powder Free Nitrile Gloves, Lori applied Light Blue Donjer Flocking, using a Donjer Mini Flocker. Reassembly of the armoire required System Three 5-Minute Epoxy and a Bessey K-Body REVO Jr. 24” Single Parallel Clamp.

METRO CREATIVE

Upcycling is not just for craft projects — it offers lots of possibilities to make changes in your home décor, especially cabinets and furniture that will save money and reduce your contribution to the local landfill. Woodcraft can help you with upcycling ideas, products and advice. For the past year, Woodcraft retail stores have hosted upcycling demonstrations on the third Saturday of the month to help customers discover the potential for upcycling in their home projects. “To support this upcycling effort, Woodcraft.com added an Upcycling Resource Center to our website (www.woodcraft. com/media/upcycling.aspx) to introduce viewers to upcycling and announce demo topics and dates,” Vince Grlovich, vice president for sales and marketing, said. “Viewers can also watch a segment of Lifetime’s Designing Spaces where Woodcraft product development manager Kent Harpool shows host Aliane Baquerot how to create a shelf from a wooden pallet.” Both Woodcraft’s Pinterest page (www.pinterest.com/ woodcraftsupply/upcycling) and Instagram gallery (http://instagram.com/woodcraftgallery) include upcycling ideas, and the blog, Woodworking Adventures (http//:blog.woodcraft.com) has featured upcycling several times. Jewelry Armoire Makeover Inspired by the upcycling trend, many Woodcraft employees have completed projects, including marketing manager

A few repairs, a new coat of paint, sparkly new pulls, and interior flocking turned this piece into a stylish, modern Jewelry Armoire.

Lori Haught, who transformed a 1980s Jewelry Armoire (see photo) into a more stylish, modern piece for her bedroom. She gave it a new coat of paint, new silver/glass pulls and flocking on the drawer interiors. You can see the entire process by visiting Woodworking Adventures and searching for “The Jewelry Armoire Makeover.” An Irwin Marples Blue Chip Chisel was used for the disassembly that was required to add new hardware and make other changes to Lori’s armoire. To remove the residue from old finishes and polish, Lori chose

Norton Soft Touch Medium 120-180 Grit Sanding Sponges for the contour detailed areas and Preppin Weapon Sanding Blocks, loaded with Mirka Abranet 23⁄4” x 8” Sanding Sheets, for flat areas. Once the sanding was finished, all the pieces were cleaned with General Finishes Furniture Cleaner using handy Star Wipers rags. Three coats of General Finishes Black Gel Stain were applied to the armoire. Although each coat was allowed to dry overnight because of other commitments, the actual time required between coats is two to four

hours. (Gel stains come in 12 other colors including the popular java.) Two coats of General Finishes High Performance Satin Water-Based Top Coat were applied next. To prep for the new hardware, Golden Oak Water-Base Famowood Filler was used to plug screw holes. More chiseling was required before a pair of 11⁄2” X 11⁄8” Satin Nickel Stop Hinges could be installed. Before reflocking the drawers, Bulls Eye Sealcoat Universal Sanding Sealer was applied to the interior of the drawers and the dividers. Wearing an Anti

Other Popular Upcycling Products • Soy-Gel is a 100 percent biodegradable, virtually odorless coating remover. Restor-AFinish can be used to clean and restore the luster to a clear finish, as well as hide minor issues like scratches. It will also remove water rings. • Milk paint is a popular coating, especially for furniture. General Finishes Milk Paint is premixed and available in 28 colors that can be mixed to make custom colors and lend themselves to decorative effects such as distressing and antiquing. Old Fashioned Milk Paint is a powder that comes in 20 colors and is good for use on porous surfaces such as bare wood and raw masonry. A special effect Old Fashioned Milk Paint Crackle Finish provides a weathered look. • The 23-lb. portable QuikBENCH™ is a lightweight, easy-to-set-up workbench capable of holding up to 300 lbs. Convert two QuikBENCHES to sawhorses, and together they will hold up to 2,000 lbs. Two or more benches can be connected together to form a workstation. Each bench has a 24”-wide by 31⁄2” opening vise and a 15-amp, circuit protected, three-outlet power strip, plus four plastic bench dogs.

Revitalizing that aging sofa is not so difﬁcult METRO CREATIVE

Couches are an important component of living rooms and dens, serving as comfortable places to relax. Sofas will be sat on, slept on and, if young children are in the house, sometimes jumped on. Homeowners looking for new sofas often prioritize comfort, but they also want a sofa that can withstand the test of time. Although there’s no magic formula, a sturdy sofa should have a lifespan of around 10 years. According to Houzz, quality sofas should feel solid and heavy. They should have joints that are double doweled and fitted with corner blocks that are both glued and screwed (not stapled) into place. Over time, even the sturdiest couch can start to show its age and look a bit past its prime. Don’t fret. There are some easy ways to give that aging sofa a makeover. Begin by reviewing the service

Repairing, cleaning and restuffing can help homeowners get a few extra years out of a sofa.

agreement. If you purchased an extended warranty or protection plan on the furniture, you may be eligible for repairs at no cost.

Stores will restrict just what is covered under such service plans, and regular wear and tear may be excluded. However, rips,

certain stains or opening seams may be eligible for repair. Covered costs means not having to spend any money out of pocket. Cleaning may be another simple fix. Check with the manufacturer’s guidelines for cleaning. Certain fabrics require specific cleaning solutions. If you are ever unsure about what to use to clean the sofa, use a mild solution of soap and water in an inconspicuous spot first. Many carpet and upholstery cleaning solutions can be used on furniture. Use sparingly and test for color-fastness before cleaning the entire couch. For those who are skittish about cleaning the sofa on their own, consult with a professional upholstery cleaning service. Slipcovers are another option to revitalizing the look of an aging sofa. Fitted slipcovers slide right over the existing couch cushions and can change an outdated sofa into one that looks brand new. Measuring cor-

rectly and buying accordingly will help achieve a seamless look. There also are some easy do-it-yourself fixes for couches that may be sagging or looking deflated. If seat cushions can be removed, consider placing firm cardboard or wood on top of the springs to provide more firmness. Cushions may begin to sag when the springs underneath begin to lose their elasticity. If the cushions are the problem, replacing the foam in the cushions or the loose-fill stuffing in the pillows can breathe new life into the couch. Foam can begin to disintegrate and lose its shape and integrity. Craft stores, home improvement centers and fabric stores often carry foam products, but those you can’t find might be available via online orders. Do not give up on a sofa just yet. It may be repaired or given a fresh look to make it appear like new.

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NOVEMBER 23 – 27, 2015

GRAND GOLFCOURSE HOME $ 5 2 4 , 900 Walk-On Golf Access | 4 Bedrooms 3 Baths | Landscaped Yard | Hot Tub | Heat Pump

CLEARVI E W AT R EGENC Y VI STA $299,900 O ce a n Vi e ws | S u p e r i o r Fi x t u re s & Finishing | Nor th Nanaimo Location

A homeowner’s choice of countertop surface material can go a long way toward defining the personality of his or her kitchen.

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Options abound for kitchen countertops METRO CREATIVE

Many things in a kitchen contribute to giving this popular room its personality. Appliances and choice of cabinets go a long way toward crafting that look, but perhaps nothing defines a kitchen more than a homeowner’s choice of countertops. Countertops are where the action takes place in a kitchen. It’s where meals are prepared and where hungry houseguests or curious kids watch the family chef whip up the night’s meal. The options with regard to countertop surfaces are numerous, and the following are just a few of the more popular options homeowners planning to replace their existing surfaces might want to consider. Laminate Laminate countertops are popular and affordable. Made of sheeting glued to plywood or particleboard substrate, laminate countertops are water-resistant but not very heat-resistant, so homeowners will want to place any hots pans, pots or baking sheets on trivets to maintain the laminate. Many homeowners prefer laminate countertops because they are available in so many colors, meaning they can match any homeowner’s preferences, no matter how colorful those preferences are. Cutting on laminate countertops is not recommended, but such surfaces are easy to clean and maintain.

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Recycled glass Homeowners who want to give their kitchens a modern and eco-friendly feel may want to consider recycled glass countertops. Recycled glass countertops, the majority of which are now produced with 80 to 90 percent post-consumer glass, are made of pieces of glass that are held together with cement binders. Some might be concerned that countertops made of recycled glass are not very strong, but the cement binders are very hard, making the countertops durable, strong and unlikely to chip or crack. Recycled glass countertops come in various colors and are resistant to both heat and stains. Installation of recycled glass countertops can be tricky, as improper installation can lead to stress points that make the glass susceptible to cracking. As a result, the installation of recycled glass countertops is best left to professionals with experience on such projects. Recycled glass countertops can be quite expensive as well. A homeowner’s choice of countertop surface material can go a long way toward defining the personality of his or her kitchen, so homeowners should consider their options before making a final decision.

LUXURY OCEANVI E W CONDOMI NI UM $436, 900

Quartz Quartz is among the most durable countertop surfaces available, as it is resistant to bacteria, heat, stains, and water. Though quartz is not available in as many shades as laminate, it is similarly easy to clean. Also like laminate countertops, quartz surfaces tend to have easily visible seams, which may irk homeowners who find such minor imperfections an eyesore. Quartz countertops can be expensive depending on the amount of surface area a kitchen has, so budget-conscious homeowners with especially large kitchens may find quartz countertops bust their budgets.

Granite The natural beauty of granite is what draws many homeowners to install this popular surface material in their kitchens. Thanks to their unique shading and tone, granite countertops are never the same from one home to the next, and granite complements many different cabinet colors. Granite also is resistant to heat, scarring and, when sealed properly, stains. Granite is naturally porous, so if it is not sealed properly, it can harbor bacteria. Some granite countertops must be sealed annually, while some pretreated countertops can go as long as 15 years without a need for resealing. Unlike other countertop surface materials, granite, which is among the most expensive countertop materials, does not come in a vast array of colors, so homeowners should expect to choose from just 20 or so color options.

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18 | HOMES

NOVEMBER 23 – 27, 2015

Setting up a new home just a click away Trying to get rid of stuff, buy stuff, move stuff or ﬁnd ways to use stuff? Chances are there’s an app KIM COOK THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

n a connected world, nesting’s a lot easier than it used to be. There are apps and websites that streamline many aspects of setting up and dismantling a home. Whether you’re trying to get rid of old stuff, buy new stuff, move stuff or find ways to use your stuff, chances are there’s an app (or at least a website) for that. MOVE IT There was a time when moving out of an old place and into a new one was a daunting logistical challenge, especially for the unorganized or inexperienced. How do you find a reliable moving company? What do you need to know to prepare and execute a successful move? Unpakt.com lets you compare over 600 pre-screened, licensed, local or interstate moving firms, read credentials and reviews, and book online. Plug in the size of your home, the date you want to move, locations, and any additional needs like storage or extra drop-off stops. You can live-chat with an adviser. There’s info and an app for setting up your moving timeline and making an inventory. (www.unpakt.com ) Move Advisor also helps with an inventory, and calculates how many boxes and furniture blankets you’re likely to need, as well as estimating the requisite moving capacity of any truck you’re thinking of renting for a DIY move. If you decide to go with pros, you can email your inventory directly to them. An online timeline tracks your to-do list. (www.moveadvisor. com ) LOSE IT New York-based AptDeco.com was founded by Kalam Dennis and Reham Fagiri as an alternative to Craigslist after they learned that 10.8 million tons of furniture goes to landfills each year. They hoped to make it easier to unload unwanted furnishings or find something new. Want to sell that old dresser you got from your uncle? AptDeco provides pricing advice, promotion, picks up the item, and handles the financial transaction. (www.aptdeco.com ) MoveLoot.com is another online consignment marketplace, whose tagline is “Used is the new New.” Launched in

This photo provided by The Swatch Box shows home decor items curated by a stylist for those who join Swatch Box. Customers complete a style-preference survey and you’ll get matched with a stylist, who curates a quarterly collection of items for your space and sends them to you. Faribault woolen throws, pillows, bedding and entertaining items like bottle openers are popular. [THE SWATCH BOX VIA AP]

San Francisco, they’re also in Raleigh/ Durham; Charleston, South Carolina; Atlanta; New York City and Los Angeles. The company has its own warehouses and teams that will pick up, deliver and set up the objects you’re looking to buy

or sell. Recent items posted included a Restoration Hardware king-size bed frame for $878, a Hekman shagreen chair for $410 and a red Ikea tub chair for a cool $25. The app keeps you apprised of bids. (www.moveloot.com )

DECORATE IT You could ask your style-savvy best friend for decorating advice, but wouldn’t it be nice if a pro was available? Well, for a relatively small fee you can tap into an online brain trust of hundreds of design professionals. West Elm offers free help with things like designing and measuring a floor plan, decorating, and choosing paint and fabrics. For a fee, they’ve got pros who can come help with everything from wall-mounting a TV to painting a room to hanging shelves, art and curtains. (www. westelm.com ) Laurel & Wolf, a Los Angeles online interior design marketplace, connects people with interior designers. Upload some photos and answer questions about your space, budget, lifestyle and taste, and you’ll receive “First Looks” from several interior designers. You review the ideas and select one designer with whom to work. They send you back a style board, furniture plan, instructions and shopping list. Kimberly Valente, one of Laurel & Wolf’s design partners, recently helped a Santa Monica couple who were moving in together and didn’t like each other’s stuff. They agreed they wanted a beach-y, casual vibe. Valente suggested some kitchen backsplash and counter upgrades as well as new lighting, and a soothing palette of ocean blue and sand. (www.laurelandwolf.com ) The Fountain app connects you to interior decorators, handymen, gardening experts and tech folks. You can talk over your project by videochat, and the experts can sketch out ideas on your posted images. (www.fountain.com ) If you’re a member at The Swatchbox. com, you complete a style-preference survey and get matched with a stylist, who curates a quarterly collection of items for your space and sends them to you — throws, pillows, bedding and entertaining items, for instance. You keep what you want and send back the rest. (www.theswatchbox.com ) Finally, if you like higher-end decor or have a favourite designer, check out www.deringhall.com. There’s a “shop the look” section where you can surf professionally designed spaces and buy similar furnishings. It’s an interesting mix of aspirational and inspirational decor.

T.O., Vancouver push October home sales THE CANADIAN PRESS

Canadian home sales grew in October as demand remained strong in the red-hot real estate markets in Vancouver and the Greater Toronto Area. The Canadian Real Estate Association said Monday the number of homes sold through its Multiple Listing Service was up 1.8 per cent in October from the previous month. However, the gains weren’t shared across the country, as the number of markets where sales posted a monthly increase and

those where sales fell were evenly split. Compared with a year ago, sales rose 0.1 per cent. BMO chief economist Doug Porter said the housing market has split into three groups with Toronto and Vancouver too hot for comfort, the Prairies hit by the sliding price of oil and a middle ground which includes places like Ottawa and Montreal. Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon and Regina all posted doubledigit sales declines in October. Calgary’s housing sales are down 36.4 per cent from a year earlier.

“The renewed sag in oil in recent months looks to have triggered a renewed weakening in housing markets across much of Alberta and Saskatchewan,” Porter said. Oil prices have fallen back to around US$45 a barrel after rebounding to around $60 a barrel in June. The price of crude has dropped precipitously from above US$105 last year. Canadians are still looking to buy detached homes, which remain in short supply in Toronto and Vancouver. There were 5.5 months of national inventory

at the end of October, down from 5.7 in September. That demand has pushed home prices higher despite the availability of condo apartments. The national average price for homes sold in October was $454,976, up 8.3 per cent on a year-over-year basis, driven by Vancouver and Toronto. Prices in Greater Vancouver were up 15.33 per cent from a year ago, while Greater Toronto was up 10.33 per cent. Without the Vancouver and Toronto markets, the average was $339,059, up 2.5 per cent from a year ago.

Porter said both markets are too hot for comfort and called the 19.3 per cent year-over-year gain in sales in Vancouver out of this world. “If anything, October saw an even greater divergence of Vancouver from the rest of the country (and perhaps planet Earth),” he wrote. The national sales-to-new listings ratio was 57.9 per cent in October. CREA says a sales-tonew listings ratio between 40 and 60 per cent is generally consistent with balanced housing market conditions.

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$575,000

840 Beringer Blvd.

SOLD

#211-3040 Pine Street

$57,000

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829 Douglas Street

$223,000

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7216 Hase Place

$637,900

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$469,000

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COMMERCIAL & DEVELOPMENT Nanaimo Travellers Lodge $ 3,985,000

2555 Quill Drive

$239,900

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#2305-1007 Bowen Road

$86,000

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4813 Bridgewood Close

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5315 Deep Bay Road

2,595,000

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MAKING YOUR MOVE EASIER

$314,900

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5819 Broadway Road

$364,900 (+tax)

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2649 Munroe Road $1,690,000 9564 Chemainus Road $439,900 t BDSF %FWFMPQNFOU QSPQFSUZ t $PNNFSDJBM TQBDF X TUPSF GSPOUT t &YDFMMFOU -PDBUJPO NPTUMZ MFWFM t CESN CBUI SFTJEFOUJBM BCPWF t $BMM GPS NPSF EFUBJMT t 4VC EJWJEBCMF UP BDSF MPUT t 4VQQPSUFE CZ UIF 3%/

30/32 Lorne Place

$399,900

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11855 Elliott Way

$1,195,000

39 Ranchview Drive

$414,900

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3316 Knight Road

$239,900

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SOLD #5105-999 Bowen Road

$65,000

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910 Highview Terrace

$289,900

$749,000

6330 Waterbury Crescent

2136 Belcarra Place

$429,900

3318 Knight Road

$259,900

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710 Victoria Road

$449,900

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$159,900

70 Giggleswick Place

$774,900

411-770 Poplar Street

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$233,000

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SOLD 3450 Maveric Road

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$314,900

255 Ricardo Road

$464,900

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$89,000

592-8th Street

$199,900

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$474,500

6835 Harwood Drive

$374,900

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