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Location

5085 Uplands Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9T 0L6, CAN
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FSR Vancouver

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(778) 909-7256

Property Overview

Arbutus Apartments receives a strong overall Zumper expert rating of 8.3, highlighting its appeal to renters. It offers an excellent price rating of 10/10, reflecting a great balance of value and amenities, which are rated at 8/10. The location is impressive with a rating of 9/10, providing convenience to essential services, while a trustworthiness rating of 7/10 indicates transparency in its property management. Additionally, the property features 32 photos, aiding potential renters in visualizing their living space.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Arbutus Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Arbutus Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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Floor plans

1 Bedroom + Den1 bed1 bath608 sqft$1,884 /mo1 unit available
2 Bedroom2 bed2 bath922 sqft$2,437 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Arbutus Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Property details

Lease terms12 months
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About Arbutus Apartments

HomeApartments in Nanaimo Arbutus Apartments

Arbutus is a new five-storey, 59-unit apartment complex development located in a beautiful area of Nanaimo. This new building offers a mix of bachelor, one- and two-bedroom suites with a contemporary design aesthetic, open concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quality finishes throughout, in-suite washer/dryer, and spectacular ocean views. Only minutes from Woodgrove Centre and Nanaimo North Town Centre, Arbutus offers tenants close proximity to shopping, amenities, and most major public transit routes.


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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Arbutus Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Arbutus Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Arbutus Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Arbutus Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Arbutus Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Arbutus Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Arbutus Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Arbutus Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 Arbutus Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

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Rent trends in Nanaimo

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% higher than 1-bedrooms in Nanaimo.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Arbutus Apartments to be 13% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Nanaimo.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Nanaimo
A table of studio rental data trends in Nanaimo
MonthMedian Rent
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
October 2025$1,937
November 2025$1,905
December 2025$1,840
January 2026$1,895
February 2026$1,880
March 2026$1,895
April 2026$1,725

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Can I afford to live at 5085 Uplands Dr?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$75,360/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,360 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,884.
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Getting around Nanaimo near 5085 Uplands Dr

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 5085 Uplands Dr, Nanaimo

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 5085 Uplands Dr

Quality Foods
5800 Turner Rd
Thrifty Foods
5801 Turner Rd
Northgate Liquor Store
1 1-6404 Metral Dr
Real Canadian Superstore
6435 Metral Dr
Fairway Market
4750 Rutherford Rd

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