Living in Chase River offers a quiet pace with easy access to both downtown Nanaimo and rural areas to the south. Families value the local elementary school, community parks, and safe neighbourhoods, while retirees appreciate the balance of country living and nearby services. Housing includes single family homes, acreages, and newer subdivisions. With more than 30 years on Vancouver Island, I track actual market value and market movement so you can see what housing and lifestyle in Chase River are really like.