Discover Departure Bay

Departure Bay is one of Nanaimo's top communities for anyone looking to be close to the ocean, while still being in close proximity to everything that Nanaimo has to offer. Ocean view homes in Departure Bay take advantage of a view overlooking the Departure Bay ferry terminal and Newcastle Island which is just a short kayak away!
Departure Bay Market Snapshot October 1, 2023
49
Listed
47
Avg. DOM
$454.55
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$919,900
Med. List Price
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2835 Departure Bay Rd #101 Nanaimo, BC V9S 3X1
$2,200,000
12
2835 Departure Bay Rd #101
Nanaimo, BC V9S 3X1
 
2
Beds
3
Baths
2,171
Sq.Ft.
Pg Direct Realty Ltd.
101 Prince John Way Nanaimo, BC V9T 1K1
$2,198,000
45
101 Prince John Way
Nanaimo, BC V9T 1K1
 
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,168
Sq.Ft.
Royal Lepage Parksville-Qualicum Beach Realty (Pk)
156 Cilaire Dr Nanaimo, BC V9S 3E3
$1,350,000
86
156 Cilaire Dr
Nanaimo, BC V9S 3E3
 
5
Beds
3
Baths
4,076
Sq.Ft.
Exp Realty
3240 Fieldstone Way Nanaimo, BC V9T 5V2
$1,299,900
13
3240 Fieldstone Way
Nanaimo, BC V9T 5V2
 
29,185
Sq.Ft. Lot
Royal Lepage Nanaimo Realty (Nanishwyn)
128 Bray Rd Nanaimo, BC V9T 0J8
$1,299,876
56
128 Bray Rd
Nanaimo, BC V9T 0J8
 
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,517
Sq.Ft.
460 Realty Inc. (Na)
1542 Knight Court Rd Nanaimo, BC V9T 4N4
$1,290,000
35
1542 Knight Court Rd
Nanaimo, BC V9T 4N4
 
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,446
Sq.Ft.
RE/MAX Of Nanaimo
2544 Doctors Rd Nanaimo, BC V9S 5M9
$1,288,000
12
2544 Doctors Rd
Nanaimo, BC V9S 5M9
 
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,100
Sq.Ft.
Pg Direct Realty Ltd.
2830 Haliday Cres Nanaimo, BC V9S 3M9
$1,275,000
68
2830 Haliday Cres
Nanaimo, BC V9S 3M9
Lynburn
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,299
Sq.Ft.
RE/MAX Of Nanaimo
1217 Manzanita Pl #109 Nanaimo, BC V9T 0L7
$1,239,000
51
1217 Manzanita Pl #109
Nanaimo, BC V9T 0L7
 
3
Beds
4
Baths
2,120
Sq.Ft.
RE/MAX Generation (Ld)
122 Bray Rd Nanaimo, BC V9T 0J8
$1,200,000
71
122 Bray Rd
Nanaimo, BC V9T 0J8
 
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,520
Sq.Ft.
RE/MAX Of Nanaimo
1344 Lincoln Green Pl Nanaimo, BC V9T 3H2
$1,200,000
77
1344 Lincoln Green Pl
Nanaimo, BC V9T 3H2
Sherwood Forest
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,717
Sq.Ft.
RE/MAX Of Nanaimo
120 Bray Rd Nanaimo, BC V9T 0J8
$1,200,000
64
120 Bray Rd
Nanaimo, BC V9T 0J8
 
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,520
Sq.Ft.
RE/MAX Of Nanaimo
1591 Knight Court Rd Nanaimo, BC V9T 4L2
$1,199,900
42
1591 Knight Court Rd
Nanaimo, BC V9T 4L2
 
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,125
Sq.Ft.
460 Realty Inc. (Na)
3213 Point Pl Nanaimo, BC V9T 5V2
$1,198,000
81
3213 Point Pl
Nanaimo, BC V9T 5V2
Edgewood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,600
Sq.Ft.
Century 21 Harbour Realty Ltd.
1217 Manzanita Pl #103 Nanaimo, BC V9T 0L7
$1,165,000
73
1217 Manzanita Pl #103
Nanaimo, BC V9T 0L7
 
3
Beds
4
Baths
2,173
Sq.Ft.
Royal Lepage Nanaimo Realty (Nanishwyn)
163 Pacific Terr Nanaimo, BC V9S 3G3
$1,150,000
35
163 Pacific Terr
Nanaimo, BC V9S 3G3
 
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,938
Sq.Ft.
RE/MAX Of Nanaimo

Explore Departure Bay

Departure Bay provides it's residents with many ways to enjoy the outdoors. While it's very clear that Departure Bay is a destination for anyone wanting to be near the ocean, it's important to remember that there are also elevated areas to give you a sea to sky vantage point. Sugarloaf Mountain is a prime example of this! A 5 minute walk up the stairs at Sugarloaf grants access to panoramic views of the bay all the way to mountain views with the City of Nanaimo in between. 

Departure Bay Parks

Departure Bay is home to some of the most popular parks in Nanaimo. Of these parks, the most popular is Departure Bay Beach. This park includes a paved walkway, providing a nice flat walking space. You can also walk along the sandy beach and take a dip in the ocean. You will see people swimming here year round! This park also has a grassy picnic area with tables and ample space to lay down a picnic blanket. There is also a playground at this park, which means there is something for everyone to enjoy!

Minutes away from Departure Bay Beach is Departure Bay Spray Park, a water park as well as tennis and basketball courts. There is also Wardropper Park, a fully fenced, off leash dog park. With even more parks in the area, Departure Bay is a great area for anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors.

Departure Bay Amenities

From coffee shops to nail salons, Departure Bay has a wide array of amenities available. On all sides of Departure Bay there is shopping centres that include grocery stores and restaurants. During the warmer months of the year there are also food trucks that frequent the Departure Bay Beach area so that there is always something new going on. Nanaimo Golf Course also sits at the top of Departure Bay and there are homes that back right on to the golf course, making Departure Bay an ideal spot for the avid golfer!

Departure Bay Schools

Departure Bay features three elementary schools to ensure that no matter where you live in Departure Bay, you are in close proximity to schools. Departure Bay fits into the Wellington Secondary Catchment, which is just minutes from Country Club Centre.