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John Barnum
REALTOR®
Barnum & Tompkins Real Estate Team
Nanaimo Branch
250.954.7416
250.954.7416
English
Bowser, Qualicum Beach, Nanaimo, Courtenay, Deep Bay, Errington, Parksville, Nanoose Bay, Coombs, French Creek

John Barnum

MEET JOHN

The moment you meet John and Sue, it’s like reconnecting with long-lost friends. With their combined 50 years in the business, they take every client’s goals straight to heart as they realize that every purchase or sale has a huge impact on their clients and day-to-day lives. That’s why they work so hard to earn each client’s complete satisfaction.

John and Sue - connecting Buyers and Sellers in the Parksville-Qualicum Beach & surrounding area!

Our services include:

  • Comparative Market Evaluation (CMA)

  • Private Custom Listing Service

  • Residential, Strata & Mobile Homes

  • ALR Lands

  • Subdivision Development/Land Assembly

  • Recreational Property

  • Retirement & Senior’s Needs

    CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

    John has successfully represented Buyers and Sellers in all aspects of the constantly changing Real Estate market for over 25 years. An understanding and awareness of property inventories both listed and privately owned in the area, plus good local knowledge of the immediate and greater central Vancouver Island Real Estate and business communities make John an excellent choice as a REALTOR®. John has been instrumental in the development and marketing of several residential housing projects, a number of mixed commercial and residential building projects, commercial enterprises involving rezoning and development procedures such as land acquisition and development of projects. John also enjoys a good working relationship with the local government agencies such as the City of Parksville and Regional District of Nanaimo. John has a team of well-respected professional colleagues with areas of expertise in planning, re-zoning, well water and septic field layout and development, ALR land issues, home design and construction, legal and financial advice for both long term and short term management strategies for all your Real Estate needs.

    TESTIMONIALS

    “We just purchased a home in Qualicum Beach. John was able to list and sell our home in Parksville and locate a home in Qualicum Beach that was exactly what we were looking for. Throughout the process of listing, selling and buying, we felt that John was really working in our best interest and made the whole process stress free. We were able to achieve our goals through a steady supply of up-to-the-minute information and excellent service that John provided. Working with John has been a very enjoyable experience and we recommend him to anyone looking for a great Realtor.”

    – John Pezel & Nancy Taylor

    HOME GROWN EXPERIENCE, HONESTY AND LOYALTY SPECIALISING IN RESIDENTIAL, RECREATION AND INVESTMENT PROPERTY

    Became a Professional Licensed REALTOR® in March 1995. Currently working with Fair Realty in Parksville and Qualicum Beach.

    Involved in the listing, sales and contract negotiations of over $400,000,000.00 in local Real Estate since 1995.

    Successfully works with Local Government Agencies in development/rezoning/planning projects: City of Parksville, Regional District of Nanaimo, Agricultural Land Commission, Ministry of the Environment, Ministry of Transportation, Ministry of Forests and Small Craft Harbours.

    Successfully aided in development/ planning/design/list and sale of 978 Lee Road – an executive large lot walk-on waterfront development near French Creek.

    Played a key role in location, purchase, rezoning and development of several prime subdivisions in greater Parksville and surrounding areas.

    Marketed McKillop Point: A master planned, architecturally controlled neighborhood of 21 custom homes.

    McKillop Point was successfully designed, marketed, constructed and sold over a three-year period. John played a key role in all aspects of the development from conception to completion.

    Successfully marketed and sold all phases of Ermineskin Tribal Enterprises Real Estate Holdings, (Strawberry Crescent / Lodgepole Drive) in Parksville, B.C.

    Consulted Ermineskin Cree Nation regarding various Real Estate Holdings in Parksville including Ermineskin Park and Ermineskin ALR Land Holdings for over 24 years with particular attention focusing on Ground Water issues.

    I have a team of established professional colleagues with areas of expertise in planning, rezoning, well water and septic field layout and development, ALR land issues, home design and construction, legal and financial advice for both long term and short term management strategies for all your Real Estate needs.

    MISSION STATEMENT

    Every day as I wake up, I take a moment to acknowledge how lucky we are to live in this part of the world and to enjoy the life we have. Family, good health and home are all blessings. I enjoy people and the challenges offered by my career as a REALTOR®. Every situation is different and important: whether it’s a listing presentation, helping a Buyer find that “just right” home, giving development perspectives or giving advice to a first-time Buyer, I promise to do my best and guarantee 100% service.

    CONTACT ME

  • Email: jbarnum@bcsupernet.com

  • Mobile: 250-954-7416

  • Office: 250-480-3000

  • Fair Realty (Na)

  • Serving: Parksville-Qualicum Beach, BC

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  • 484 Bay St in Qualicum Beach: Single Family for sale : MLS®# 991792

    484 Bay St Qualicum Beach V9K 1J9
    Main Photo: 484 Bay St in Qualicum Beach: Single Family for sale : MLS®# 991792
    $1,299,000
    Single Family
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    991792
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Floor Area:
    1,790 sq. ft.
    Welcome to 484 Bay Street. This Qualicum Beach treasure has been meticulously updated from top to bottom in 2020. All of the incredible ocean, mountain & central Gulf Island views plus close proximity to the beach are what you would expect from oceanfront property, but at a fraction of the cost. The main level of this 3 bed/3bath home features the living/dining area with a cozy gas fireplace, large windows & spectacular views. The kitchen features quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, eating nook & opens up onto a spacious 15x13deck - great for entertaining. Rounding off the main floor is the master suite & luxurious en-suite, guest bedroom & nicely appointed full bathroom. Downstairs screams potential as an in law suite or guest quarters, with its own bathroom, bedroom, living room & wet bar... of course more outlooks over the Georgia Straight. You name it...it has been updated; windows, roof, electrical, heating, plumbing...etc. No need to do anything but move in and enjoy! This property is located in a desirable established, neighbourhood in Qualicum Beach, close to a selection of golf courses, walking areas, public beaches, a marina, the quaint Village of Qualicum Beach with its shops, restaurants and theatre. To get here,you are 45 minutes from Vancouver-Nanaimo ferry, 45 minutes to Comox Airprot and 2 hour drive to Victoria. (id:2493) More details
    Listed by Fair Realty (Nan)
    Sue Tompkins, REALTOR®
    John Barnum, REALTOR®
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