Hawthorne Village - Nanaimo, BC

Hawthorne is a multi-phase Nanaimo neighborhood developed by InSight Holdings Ltd., with more than 200 single-family homes across the completed portions of the community. The development covers about 56 acres and uses tree-lined streets, winding pathways and a community park as recurring design elements. Its housing mix extends beyond detached residences to include duplex and multi-family parcels. Phase 6, the final subdivision phase, contains 34 residential lots and remains under construction, giving the neighborhood a combination of established homes and ongoing residential development.

Homes at Hawthorne Village

Housing at Hawthorne includes single-family detached residences, duplexes and other multi-family parcels. InSight Holdings Ltd. is the developer, while Phase 6 contains 34 lots, two designated for duplex development. Current listings show several Phase 6 lots priced from C$400,000 to C$465,000; these prices cover land rather than completed houses. A current resale example elsewhere in Hawthorne is a 2,219-square-foot, four-bedroom half-duplex built in 2017. An overall floor-plan range for the neighborhood cannot be reliably established from available sources.

Amenities at Hawthorne Village

Hawthorne's community design emphasizes outdoor circulation and neighborhood-scale recreation rather than a private clubhouse complex. The developer describes approximately 56 acres of green space, tree-lined boulevards, narrow streets and winding pathways throughout the neighborhood. A community park is also identified in current property listings. The neighborhood connects with Buttertubs Marsh, while nearby public facilities include the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, Nanaimo Ice Centre, sports fields and Vancouver Island University. These public facilities are nearby amenities, not privately operated Hawthorne facilities.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Hawthorne occupies a central Nanaimo area west of Wakesiah Avenue, east of Buttertubs Marsh and north of Jingle Pot Road. Vancouver Island University, schools, sports facilities and the Parkway are nearby, while Buttertubs Marsh provides access to trails and protected habitat. The developer also notes pedestrian connections toward the aquatic centre, ice rink and sports fields. Current listings identify the neighborhood as part of Nanaimo's University District, placing residents near educational, recreational and outdoor destinations.