Although Cedar is mostly rural, there is a good mix of different properties in the neighbourhood. Although there is lots of space in this area, one downside is that Cedar is about 10 kilometres from the downtown. But the neighbourhood is not completely isolated; there are schools in the area, which makes it perfect for young families, who want a quiet lifestyle.For people who like a little more luxury, Cedar has some amazing homes along the coast around yellow point. Another area that could be interesting for potential home owners is near the picturesque village of Cedar-By-The-Sea; however, this is even farther away from Nanaimo’s downtown. The area is known for its outdoor activities like kayaking. This area could be an interesting investment opportunity as there is talk of new development in the Cedar area as well as the creation of a golf course.

Schools in the area include:

Cedar Community Secondary - 1640 MacMillan Road, (250) 722-2414