Nanoose Bay, Parksville, Qualicum Beach & Lantzville
Based in Nanoose Bay, REALTOR® Denise Hodgins helps buyers and sellers evaluate homes, neighbourhoods and market conditions across Central Vancouver Island so they can make informed decisions with confidence.
Buying or selling?
Start with the path that matches your plans. Explore Central Vancouver Island homes and communities, or learn how a research-based pricing and marketing strategy can position your property for sale.
Buying & relocating
Compare homes and communities in Nanoose Bay, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, French Creek, Lantzville and surrounding areas. I provide local insight, property-specific due diligence and clear advice before you make an offer.
Start Your Home SearchSelling, downsizing & estates
Receive a personalized Comparative Market Analysis based on recent sales, competing listings, location, condition and the features that influence value in your neighbourhood. Then build a pricing and marketing strategy around your property and your goals.
Request a Professional Home EvaluationHow I help clients make informed decisions
Every property has details that can affect ownership costs, value and future resale. I help clients identify those considerations, interpret local market evidence and coordinate qualified professionals when specialized advice is needed.
Clear insight into neighbourhoods, property types and market conditions in Nanoose Bay, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Lantzville and surrounding communities.
Careful attention to strata documents, septic and well systems, shoreline considerations, insurance and other details that can affect ownership, value and resale.
Evidence-based guidance using comparable sales, current competition, market conditions and contract terms to support a strong buying or selling decision.
Connections with experienced inspectors, lawyers, notaries, mortgage professionals, insurance advisors and local trades when specialized advice is required.
“I always felt like she had my back. She wasn’t just trying to make a sale. She gave me honest, practical advice rather than telling me what I wanted to hear.”
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Central Vancouver Island communities
Compare homes and lifestyles in Nanoose Bay, Parksville, French Creek, Qualicum Beach, Lantzville, Bowser, Deep Bay, Errington, Coombs and Hilliers. Each community offers a different mix of property types, amenities, natural surroundings and price points.
Explore recently listed single-family homes in Nanoose Bay, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, French Creek, Lantzville, Bowser, Deep Bay, Errington, Coombs and Hilliers. Listings are updated directly from the Vancouver Island MLS®.
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Buyer, relocation and seller resources
Created by Nanoose Bay REALTOR® Denise Hodgins, these practical guides cover buying waterfront property, relocating to Central Vancouver Island, and selling a home. Explore clear, locally informed advice, with optional printable versions available.
Featured guide
Understand walk-on versus high-bank waterfront, docks and moorage, shoreline erosion, flood exposure, septic systems, wells, insurance and the inspections to consider before buying a Vancouver Island waterfront home.
Read the Waterfront Buyer’s Guide ›
Relocating
Plan a move from another province, the Lower Mainland or the United States. Compare Central Vancouver Island communities, housing options, transportation, timing and the practical details involved in buying from a distance.
Read the Relocation Guide ›
For home sellers
Learn how to prepare your property, understand the local market, price strategically, present and market your home, evaluate offers and plan each step from listing through completion.
Read the Home Seller’s Guide ›Client Experiences
About Denise
I’m a long-time Vancouver Island resident based in Nanoose Bay, and I understand that buying or selling here is often both a financial decision and a lifestyle decision. My role is to provide clear information, honest perspective and organized guidance without pressure.
As a Luxury Property Advisor and REALTOR® with eXp Realty, I bring a detail-focused, concierge approach to every transaction. Clients value my responsiveness, straightforward communication and willingness to coordinate the people and details that help a purchase or sale move forward smoothly.
Learn More About DeniseFrequently asked questions
I primarily serve Nanoose Bay, Fairwinds, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Lantzville, North Nanaimo, Bowser and Deep Bay, while helping clients throughout central Vancouver Island when the property and situation are a good fit.
Yes. Many of my clients move from Alberta, Ontario, the Lower Mainland or the United States. I can help you compare communities, preview properties virtually, coordinate local professionals and understand the practical differences involved in buying on Vancouver Island.
Waterfront properties require additional due diligence. Important considerations can include shoreline type and access, erosion or slope stability, flood exposure, drainage, docks and moorage, environmental restrictions, septic and well systems, specialized insurance and increased maintenance from wind and salt air. These details should be investigated carefully with qualified professionals before removing conditions.
I prepare a personalized Comparative Market Analysis using recent comparable sales, current competing listings, location, condition, lot characteristics, views, ocean proximity and other features that affect value. I do not rely on an automated instant estimate.
Yes. I help owners and families plan the timing, preparation, pricing and sale of properties connected to downsizing, relocation or an estate. When needed, I can also connect you with trusted local professionals who can assist with legal, financial and property-related details.
It is never too early to start gathering information. Reaching out months or even years in advance gives us time to clarify your priorities, watch the market and build a practical plan without pressure.
Whether you are buying, selling, relocating, downsizing or still researching your options, start with a straightforward conversation about your goals and timeline.
