3998 Apsley Avenue: Nearly lakefront, this home was carefully updated and renovated, yet retains much of its character with the original red oak flooring, and plastered walls with coved ceilings in the living/dining rooms. Renovations include custom trim, and an oak mantle on the fireplace, updated wiring, plumbing, kitchens and bathrooms. This fully finished home has three bedrooms on the main floor, with a fully enclosed lakeside sunroom. The Living Room, Dining Room and Kitchen view the lake. The level entry basement also has a large one-bedroom suite, as well as laundry, storage and office space. Renovations included energy efficient Argon Low-E windows, exterior wall and attic insulation, energy wise heat pump with gas furnace backup, gas inserts in both brick fireplaces, and gas hot water. The large fenced yard, attached carport, detached garage and workshop with extra parking, open and covered patios and lakefront dock complete the picture. Recent appraisal for $660,000. Located in the middle of Nanaimo, this home has surprising privacy, yet is close to everything. Call (250) 756-0996 to view. Courtesy to Realtors.