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Colford*
#1 - 5140 Metral Drive
Nanaimo, BC
Canada V9T 2K8
Details
Address | 850 Hecate St |
Area | Nanaimo |
Sub Area | Old City |
State/Province | British Columbia |
Country | Canada |
Price | $775,000 |
Property Type | Single Family |
Bedrooms | 5 |
Bathrooms | 4 |
Floor Space | 2358 Square Feet |
Lot Size | 4710.00 Square Feet |
Waterfront | No |
Year Built | 2007 |
Taxes | $3,830 |
Tax Year | 2024 |
MLS® # | 978555 |
The ultimate downtown live/work property with carriage house can be yours! 3 separately accessed noise-insulated studios are situated within 2 private residences. The striking exterior of the 2007 custom main home features quality Hardie-Panels painted in modern abstract inspired by artist Piet Mondrian. Both front & rear controlled entries lead inside the main home allowing no interruptions to the 2 studios. 9 ft ceilings span this level along with a bthrm w/ shower & extra wide access door into the biggest studio. Light & airy living above with almost 12 ft vaulted ceilings, 4 skylights, valance lighting & built-in surround sound in living room. Industrial inspired kitchen has long stainless counters with lots of open shelving storage. Greenery sightlines from every window extend to a sunny tree-top deck showcasing Mt. Benson views. Durable vinyl composite tiles are custom placed throughout, including into the primary suite. Bedroom has full his/her wall closets. Bathroom has dbl sinks, his/her shower with 2 shower heads, separate water closet with bidet plus space for a soaker tub or sauna (wired!). The 2018 built carriage house is attached only by a storage room that is double framed with airspace and insulated. It also benefits from its own separately accessed studio, which also has a powder room & ceiling speakers. The vaulted-ceiling loft bachelor living above is similar in design but cleverly condensed. Built-ins incl: sit/stand desk, eating bar overlooking train track greenspace, yoga wall & hidden closets/storage throughout. Extra features include trendy splatter paint wood floors, moveable island & stainless appliances. A pony wall separates the bedroom, plus a private deck extends living outside. 2 wide off-street parking spaces, plenty of street parking & flanking an alley. Teeming with over a dozen fruit bearing plants; pick figs from the carriage home balcony! Walkable location close downtown shopping, seaside parks & nightlife.
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About
Homeowners are worthy of top-notch customer service & professional expertise. Mandy Colford leads a vibrant team of experienced REALTORS at Team Invest West, committed to producing success stories for clients buying & selling on desirable Vancouver Island. By delivering an amazing experience & continued value after the transaction, our goal is to become your lifelong real estate resource that you trust to recommend to all your friends and family.
Real estate is continuously changing and there is no substitute for a productive team. Working with a high volume of clients on an ongoing basis, our team has experienced, discussed & navigated almost every concern alongside our clients. Every opportunity to solve and serve brings new data which compounds to benefit our next client. This is the benefit of our team - consistent data is gathered through activity, not just published stats. Our clients success continues to build our 5 star reviews affirming that when you choose Team Invest West as your team, you are choosing an elevated experience.
Mandy has been representing clients with their real estate needs on Vancouver Island since 2008. Her parents originated from Alberta & New Brunswick, but after travelling across Canada together & hearing of a place called “little Hawaii” (due to Vancouver Island’s unique rainforests, ocean roots & almost snow-free winters) – her parents moved to Vancouver Island & never looked back! Born & raised in gorgeous Nanaimo, Mandy knows her way around Vancouver Island shares the island lifestyle with her (Carpenter) fiancé & their 2 boys.
Real Estate developed into a passion for Mandy early on. She first traveled across Canada in 2006 studying real estate investment. Soon after, she entered the residential Property Management field. During her 6 year management career, Mandy progressed from an administrative position to Licensed Property Manager. Her dedicated customer service, professional expertise & hard work ethic expanded Mandy’s clientele to 140 rental units (houses, condos, townhomes & duplexes). Her experience, systems & insight make her a valuable resource to investors, especially in matters of the Tenancy Act, arbitration & eviction.
A business mindset lead Mandy to further her education with the University of British Columbia to add the Trading Services License (real estate sales) to her skills & services. Backed with a power team of professional contacts in the housing industry, Mandy now specializes in Real Estate Sales. Mandy remains innovative with the changing real estate industry, working with 3D Imaging tours, Aerial Photography & a strong online presence providing you with a higher level of service whether buying or selling a property. Mandy's created custom Buyer/Seller booklets including processes, contacts & more to ensure you are an informed client, allowing Mandy to better help you make your best decision.
“I pledge to provide you – my client - with attention and support covering every detail during and after your transaction. My goal is to become your real estate resource, and to provide Real Estate services to your friends and family, based upon how you feel I served you. Our Team is Invested in Your Success.”