146 replies to this topic

[Matt R.]

Is this still a great area? When we lived down on Dusnmuir I thought it was the cats pajamas, but again got priced out of Esquimalt and had to move to Saanich.

[Blair M.]

If you were a fisherman, and had a boat at the marina, this would be a near perfect area to live in. Peaceful in the evenings, all the advantages of close to downtown living, and a two minute walk to your boat for a brisk run out to Race Rocks or Beachy for some of the best fishing on the west coast - all good but for calling this property "waterfront", which is a realtor's fabrication, as no part of this lot fronts the water.

[Victoria Watcher]

Rare opportunity to secure a flat 30,000 sq. ft. property in the sought-after area of south Sidney. Offering breathtaking ocean views and exceptional proximity to parks, retail, restaurants, and recreational amenities, this premier development site combines unparalleled convenience with coastal charm. Zoning for Small-Scale, Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) and a Preliminary Lot Approval in place, this property is an ideal investment for developers, builders, or for those seeking to create a dream estate. With each lot ranging from 6,600 to 7,704 sq. ft., the site accommodates a variety of housing options to meet diverse market needs. Positioned to attract a vibrant community of families, professionals, and retirees, this property offers extraordinary potential to create a legacy development in one of Sidney's most desirable locations.

 

$4,888,000

 

 

9376 Lochside Dr
Sidney, British Columbia V8L1N7

 

https://www.realtor....dney-south-east

 

[Victoria Watcher]

Formerly:

 

 

Was listed at $4,650,000 through the end of 2022 when it still had the house on it.

 

https://housesigma.c...VbOYEpdDaO3x2P0

 

No takers.

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 05 December 2024 - 09:56 PM.

[Victoria Watcher]

$4,950,000

 

 

2086 Marne St
Oak Bay, British Columbia V8S4J8

 

https://www.realtor....ak-bay-gonzales

 

Rare Oak Bay west facing waterfront! This stunning executive home on Gonzales Bay offers the perfect blend of modern luxury, comfort, and natural beauty. With 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, & ample living space, this home is perfect for families, entertainers, or anyone who loves to live in style. The chef's kitchen is a dream, with top-of-the-line appliances & custom cabinetry, entertainment sized living/dining rooms & a primary suite that is truly a sanctuary (wake up to the sound of waves and step right onto the beach for a morning stroll or swim). Enjoy multiple outdoor waterfront sitting areas allowing you to soak up the sun & breathe in the fresh ocean air or take advantage of the oversized hot tub & watch the sunset over the water. Located just minutes from downtown Victoria, oak bay avenue, Fairfield & Cook Street Village, this home offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful, private retreat on the water, with all the conveniences & amenities of city living. Don’t miss your chance to own this west facing waterfront gem & start living your best life by the sea! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Victoria Watcher]

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[lanforod]

They really missed an opportunity to make a sweet space on that roof, didn't they...

[Mike K.]

That could be tricky. There may be municipal permits required, as a usable roof becomes a defacto floor.

[lanforod]

True, certainly some added cost or what not. But just look further up at the Sidney lot, the house at the bottom has a nice rooftop deck.

[Mike K.]

That would be a third floor deck you’re seeing there, associated to an actual enclosed third floor at-right. It gets tricky, and can also get expensive. But I agree, it’s an opportunity a future owner should explore.

[Blair M.]

That house on Harling Point has been for sale off and on for a few years now. 

It's a spectacular location to be sure, but having driven by it a couple of times, it's pretty darn small home for $5 million, with an equally small outdoor space.

[Victoria Watcher]

$1,185,000

 

 

Lot 2 BODEGA BEACH DRIVE
Galiano Island, British Columbia V0N1P0

 

RARE WATERFRONT ACREAGE Prime waterfront lot with BIG ocean views along 545' of low bank sandstone shoreline. This 4.94 acre property offers stunning sunrises above the Salish Sea with Coastal Mountain vistas beyond. Enjoy whale watching, kayaking, beach bar-b-q's and basking in the sun with the local seals, sea lions and eagles. Meander though the gorgeous mossy forest while picking chanterelles or spend the afternoon bird watching. In the evening enjoy the twinkling lights of the mainland across the expansive sea. Driveway to lot line and a 20GPM well awaits. The perfect, private location for your dream home and cottage.

 

https://www.realtor....-galiano-island

[Victoria Watcher]

$11,399,000

 

4040 White Rock St

Saanich, British Columbia V8N2K4

 

 

https://www.realtor....-ten-mile-point

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The old house in 2019 wasn't bad.

 

https://housesigma.c...mgL7AVjpnm3Z1MW

 

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 10 December 2024 - 01:16 AM.

[Barrister]

What a bargain, let me rush out to get it. 

[spanky123]

^^ Beautiful home, tough market at the high end with restrictions on immigration.

[Blair M.]

^^ Beautiful home, tough market at the high end with restrictions on immigration.

That's a bit of an eye opening, and truthful statement.

To think that we first contemplate only non-Canadians can afford something like this, all the while a large number of Canadians still don't own a home, and might never own a home.

 

Unaffordable housing, the kind that only foreigners can afford, if spread widely enough, is the kind of thing that will take a first world country down a notch or two (or more).

[lanforod]

Except its not true. There are plenty of Canadians who can afford this home, and plenty of foreigners who can't. Its not like we don't have multi-millionaires in Canada. 

 

I'm also not necessarily a fan of catering to foreign buyers who CAN afford this property, because they don't necessarily contribute much to Canada if they remain foreigners.

[Mike K.]

That's the wrong way to look at it. They pay very large local taxes, but don't rely on much in the way of local services. Our society benefits greatly from people who pay in so much, but don't take it out, or take out very little.

 

It's also a trope that only foreigners buy these homes. Is the seller a foreigner?

[Blair M.]

Pretty sure nobody has ever lived in the house that’s currently for sale, so my take away is that the seller is likely a developer.