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Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
Nanaimo, BC
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Bedroom count
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Median rent
Median rent in Nanaimo
$1,999/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Nanaimo is $1,999 per month as of October 2026. This is 5% above the national average rent, or $99 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Nanaimo
41
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Nanaimo rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Nanaimo, BC
Average rent prices in Nanaimo have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Nanaimo, BC
Rent prices in Nanaimo vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Nanaimo is $1,999, whereas a house costs $4,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Nanaimo run $1,897 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,269.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,737 | 8% |  3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,895 | 3% | 12% | |
2 bedroom | $2,269 | 3% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $3,200 | 2% | 7% | |
4 bedroom | $10,000 | 6% | 217% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Nanaimo | $2,172 | |
Hawthrone | $2,068 | |
Hospital Area | $1,905 | |
Nanaimo Country Club | $1,972 | |
Newcastle | $1,925 | |
Pleasant Valley | $2,022 | |
Rosehill | $1,924 | |
Sherwood Forest | $2,232 | |
Uplands | $2,150 | |
Westwood Lake | $2,112 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,999 | No Change | 5% | |
Condos | $2,200 | 23% | - | |
Houses | $4,200 | 23% | 56% | |
Rooms | $1,000 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,737
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,895
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
12%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,269
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,200
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$10,000
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
217%
Downtown Nanaimo
Average rent
$2,172
Nanaimo Country Club
Average rent
$1,972
Newcastle
Average rent
$1,925
Hospital Area
Average rent
$1,905
Pleasant Valley
Average rent
$2,022
Uplands
Average rent
$2,150
Rosehill
Average rent
$1,924
Westwood Lake
Average rent
$2,112
Sherwood Forest
Average rent
$2,232
Hawthrone
Average rent
$2,068
Apartments
Average rent
$1,999
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
23%
Houses
Average rent
$4,200
Last 30 days
23%
Last year
56%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,000
The table above reflects average rent prices in Nanaimo, BC, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Nanaimo, BC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Nanaimo and Blaine by all bedroom counts and property types.
Nanaimo
5%higher than the national median
9%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Nanaimo, BC is 16% higher than the median rent in Blaine, WA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,725
16%$2,193
4%$2,296
2%$2,045
12%$2,000
5%$2,600
$2,147
3%$2,131
13%$1,970
27%$2,150
4%$4,347
21%$2,770
11%Discover rentals in Nanaimo, BC
1d ago
3250 Rock City Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 4R2
2 beds
1 bath
$1,790
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Feb 15
1h ago
1300 Junction Ave, Nanaimo, BC V9R 0L8
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,795–$2,525
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2460 Glen Eagle Cres, Nanaimo, BC V9T 4T8
2 beds
1 bath
$1,795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
9h ago
3326 Rock City Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3H6
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,800–$2,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$4,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Dec 1
1d ago
340 Campbell St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 0M4
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,595–$3,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
6030 Linley Valley Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9T 0N7
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,845–$3,045
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
9h ago
1820 Summerhill Pl, Nanaimo, BC V9S 0C3
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$2,455
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1h ago
1300 Junction Ave, Nanaimo, BC V9R 0L8
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,795–$2,525
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
6030 Linley Valley Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9T 0N7
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,845–$3,045
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
6h ago
550 Brechin Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 0E4
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,830–$2,295
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
6h ago
1 Bedroom & 2 Bathrooms in Nanaimo, BC V9V 0B4
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,835–$2,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$4,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Dec 1
9h ago
1820 Summerhill Pl, Nanaimo, BC V9S 0C3
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$2,455
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
22h ago
1 Chapel St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H1
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,999–$2,399
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
4831 Cedar Ridge Pl, Nanaimo, BC V9T 0N4
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,095–$2,425
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
6h ago
1 Bedroom & 2 Bathrooms in Nanaimo, BC V9V 0B4
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,835–$2,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
6117 Uplands Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9V 0B7
1 bed
1 bath
$1,935–$2,030
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
9h ago
1820 Summerhill Pl, Nanaimo, BC V9S 0C3
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$2,455
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
340 Campbell St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 0M4
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,595–$3,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Nanaimo, BC
Quick answers to common questions about the Nanaimo rental market.
How much is rent in Nanaimo?
The average rent in Nanaimo is $1,999 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Nanaimo?
Average rent prices in Nanaimo have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
How does Nanaimo rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Nanaimo is 5% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $99 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Nanaimo?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Nanaimo are Hospital Area ($1,905/mo), Rosehill ($1,924/mo), and Newcastle ($1,925/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Nanaimo?
To comfortably afford rent in Nanaimo, you'd need to earn approximately $80,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Nanaimo?
May offers the lowest rents in Nanaimo with roughly 9% savings compared to September's peak prices, while December sees the least competition from other renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).