Question 1

How is 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310 priced compared to similar homes in Departure Bay?

Accepted Answer

At about $347 per square foot, 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310 is 12% below the $395/sq ft median for condos currently for sale in Departure Bay (7 comparable listings). Price per square foot compares homes of different sizes fairly. Market context is computed from MLS® data and municipal records; please verify independently before relying on it.

Question 2

What is the price per square foot at 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310?

Accepted Answer

Approximately $347 per square foot ($435,000 over 1,254 sq ft). Market context is computed from MLS® data and municipal records; please verify independently before relying on it.

Question 3

How long has 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310 been on the market?

Accepted Answer

2560 Departure Bay Rd #310 has been listed for 43 days. The average for condos in Departure Bay is about 46 days. Market context is computed from MLS® data and municipal records; please verify independently before relying on it.

Question 4

How quickly do homes sell in Departure Bay?

Accepted Answer

Homes like this in Departure Bay currently average about 46 days on the market (based on 7 comparable listings). Market context is computed from MLS® data and municipal records; please verify independently before relying on it.

Question 5

What is the zoning at 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310?

Accepted Answer

2560 Departure Bay Rd #310 is zoned R8 (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL), designated Neighbourhood in the City's Official Community Plan, per City of Nanaimo records. Zoning governs permitted uses — confirm specifics with the City before relying on it. Contains information licenced under the Open Government Licence – Nanaimo.

Question 6

What parks are near 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310?

Accepted Answer

There are 12 parks within a kilometre of 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310. Within a short walk you'll find Cilaire Park and Kinsmen Park. Contains information licenced under the Open Government Licence – Nanaimo.

Question 7

Tell me about Kinsmen Park near 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310.

Accepted Answer

Kinsmen Park (about 0.5 ha), at 2730 Departure Bay Road, is one of the parks near this home. Kinsmen Park is located towards the south end of Departure Bay (Kin Beach).  It is a great spot for an afternoon outing with a grassy area with picnic tables and benches overlooking both the beach and playground area. Contains information licenced under the Open Government Licence – Nanaimo.

Question 8

Is there any development activity near 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310?

Accepted Answer

The City of Nanaimo currently lists 8 active development or rezoning applications in the area, including at 1415 Loat Street, 2565 Departure Bay Road and 2335 Departure Bay Road. Nearby development can affect views, traffic, and future value — worth reviewing before you buy. Contains information licenced under the Open Government Licence – Nanaimo.

Question 9

What do strata fees at 2560 Departure Bay Rd #310 cover?

Accepted Answer

Strata fees generally cover shared expenses such as building insurance, common-area maintenance, landscaping, and contributions to the contingency reserve fund. The exact inclusions are in this strata's budget and bylaws — review the Form B, depreciation report, meeting minutes, and bylaws before buying. Your REALTOR® can order these documents for you. Verify details against the strata's own documents.

Question 10

What should I review before buying into a strata?

Accepted Answer

The key documents are the depreciation report (what major repairs are coming and how they're funded), two years of meeting minutes, the bylaws (pets, age restrictions), the Form B Information Certificate, and the strata's insurance summary. In BC, most strata rental restrictions were removed in 2022, but other bylaws still apply. Verify details against the strata's own documents.

2560 Departure Bay Rd #310, Nanaimo BC V9S 5P1

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