UNIVERSITY DISTRICT RANCHER with detached 684 sqft shop! Great home for First Time Home Buyer OR Investor. Easy to maintain vinyl sided rancher with 3 bdrms (large master with patio doors to private patio), spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, & kitchen with open dining or family room concept. Perfect home for allergy suffers..no carpet! All laminate & ceramic tile floors. The yard is completely fenced, great for kids & pets. The detached 23.5 x 29 shop has alley access, separate 100amp panel with 220 & 120 outlets, & updated lighting. Works well for anyone with a contracting business, car restorations, wood working, OR convert the garage into a Carriage House for additional accommodation. Walking distance to Nanaimo District Secondary School, VIU, public transportation & University Village Centre, complete with Starbucks, Shoppers, Quality Foods, etc. This area is part of the growing south Nanaimo region. For a personal showing, contact Rosanna Duffy at Coast Realty Group 250-716-7001 or email rosanna@makingmoveshappen.ca.