Qualicum Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Qualicum offers a calm atmosphere. Qualicum is very quiet overall, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.

Transportation

Commuting by car is especially convenient in Qualicum. It is very convenient to find a place to park. However, the transit access in Qualicum is rather poor. Nevertheless, the reserve is linked by a few bus lines, and bus stops are usually very close by. Walking is not very practical for property owners in Qualicum as running daily errands is very inconvenient without the need to get in a car. The bicycle is a somewhat poor means of transportation in this reserve since there are very few bike lanes, and there are a good number of elevation changes to challenge cyclists.

Housing

About 55% of the population of this reserve own their home and 45% are renters. The predominance of single detached homes in the housing stock of this reserve is an important part of its character. About 30% of properties in this reserve were built before the 1960s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s and the 1980s. This part of Nanaimo is primarily composed of three bedroom and four or more bedroom homes.

Services

In all cases, a car is needed to purchase groceries. There are a few opportunities for those who care about restaurants in close proximity. As far as education is concerned, this reserve does not have any high schools or primary schools. Likewise, families may find it very hard to access daycares on foot.