If you come to Vancouver Island for the weekend, and you just want to get a feel for the area, stay in Brechin Hill. It is a welcoming community with lot of amenities to offer, as well as a fantastic amount of access to the water. It is located near Nanaimo, in the northern portion of the city. Brechin Hill is between Central Nanaimo itself and Departure Bay. It is also close to Old City. When you visit, you will fall in love with what seems like a small, older community.
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What You Will Love About Brechin Hill
There is plenty to enjoy in this community. Brechin Hill’s main housing option is the single family home, of which there are both numerous newer developments and some older homes. However, one of the hottest real estate options here is the waterfront condo. The views are stunning. Most of these properties are newer, giving you all of the modern amenities you are looking for in a home.
Still, Brechin Hill has more to offer today’s homeowner than just these amenities. It is also easy to get to the sea wall from here, giving boat owners outstanding access and providing fast access to the British Columbia Ferries you will likely need. You are also near to modern shopping and numerous restaurants in this area. And, for those looking for discerning fellow sailors, this is also the area where the Nanaimo Yacht Club calls home.
Many people will benefit from buying a home in Brechin Hill. Home values range from $350,000 up to $1.5 million or more. Custom built homes are available, though open land is hard and expensive to find. On the other hand, there are some treasured character homes here sure to be pleasing to any of today’s buyers. Which area is right for you? Let our agents help you to fall in love with Vancouver Island and all that the region has to offer to you.