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  • Pet Friendly

Location

149-155 Wakesiah Ave, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3K1, CAN
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Management

Firstservice Residential Vancouver

Leasing office

(778) 654-1065

Floor plans

2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath967 sqft$2,088 /mo

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Amenities for Bowen Estates

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 

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Parking

Surface LotContact for Price
Building details

Property details

Lease terms12 months
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About Bowen Estates

HomeApartments in Nanaimo Bowen Estates

Bowen Estates, located in Nanaimo, is a two-storey, 75-unit complex consisting of four buildings. The property offers a mix of bachelor, one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites. All available units have been newly renovated with stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry and beautifully upgraded kitchens and bathrooms. The property is situated on expansive yard space for residents to enjoy, while still maintaining a sense of privacy. This pet-friendly building is located near Vancouver Island University, major bus routes, the hospital, and is just a short walk to Downtown Nanaimo, offering easy access to all amenities.PROMOTION: 1-month free rent on a 13-month lease


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Bowen Estates compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 110 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Nanaimo

2-bedroom apartments at Bowen Estates cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Nanaimo.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Nanaimo
A table of studio rental data trends in Nanaimo
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,580
October 2023$1,550
November 2023$1,566
December 2023$1,552
January 2024$1,514
February 2024$1,628
March 2024$1,561
April 2024$1,599
May 2024$1,620
June 2024$1,613
July 2024$1,627
August 2024$1,690
September 2024$1,845
October 2024$1,851
November 2024$1,885
December 2024$1,610
January 2025$1,620
February 2025$1,601
March 2025$1,552
April 2025$1,496
May 2025$1,481
June 2025$1,530
July 2025$1,562
August 2025$1,945
September 2025$1,945

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Can I afford to live at 149-155 Wakesiah Ave?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$83,520/yr

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Nanaimo near 149-155 Wakesiah Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 149-155 Wakesiah Ave, Nanaimo

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 149-155 Wakesiah Ave

Townsite Grocery
625A Townsite Rd
Essowakesiah Cafe
458 Wakesiah Ave
Quality Foods
530 Fifth St
BulkBarn
1150 Terminal Ave N
Thrifty Foods
650 Terminal Ave

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