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Rental GuideNanaimo, BC

Nanaimo rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 74 apartments for rent in Nanaimo, with a median rent price of $1,927 per month. Nanaimo has seen a 3%—or $66—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,927

Year Over Year Change

-3%

$66

Rentals available, last 30 days

74

Rent ranges for Nanaimo apartments
$4,501 - $6,000
1%
$3,001 - $4,500
4%
$1,501 - $3,000
88%
$0 - $1,500
8%

How has rent in Nanaimo, BC changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Nanaimo, BC, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,927, which is a 3.15% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Nanaimo, BC is about $1,695. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Nanaimo, BC is $2,257, and studios are about $1,741 per month.

See more Nanaimo, BC rent data on our rent research page.

How do residents get around Nanaimo, BC?

Walking

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

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

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

Transit

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

Scores for Nanaimo are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Nanaimo, BC

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Nanaimo, 67% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 66%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Nanaimo

Parks & recreation

90%Satisfaction rating

Weather

73%Satisfaction rating

Pet friendly

67%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Quality schools
67%
Public transportation
59%
Affordable housing
43%
Job market
33%
Nightlife
24%
Dating scene
24%
Cost of living
16%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

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Cascades Residences - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

Cascades Residences

4745 Ledgerwood Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 0N1

2 beds

2 baths

$2,273–$2,327

Apartment for rent

Rutherford Place - 101-6020 - Photo 1 of 1
New construction

1d ago

8.9

Very good

Rutherford Place - 101-6020

6030 Linley Valley Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9T 0N7

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,895–$3,395

Apartment for rent

Arbutus Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

Arbutus Apartments

5085 Uplands Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9T 0L6

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,760–$2,444

Apartment for rent

Pet friendly apartments in Nanaimo36 rentals

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