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[aastra]

Yes, my condo at the Customs House is very pleasant. Did you want to come and visit?

[aastra]

^I have a great view of the Broughton Street parkade.

[Matt R.]

Funny how people complain that downtown Vic doesn’t have enough parking and also complain it has too much parking.

[aastra]

Anyway, I hope whatever eventually gets built on the Langley Street parking lot will take some cues from this Customs House project re: getting the fundamentals right. This is the kind of building that pays homage to its surroundings not by being bland and deferential but by fitting in as a fine new piece among the existing fine pieces.

[aastra]

FYI: the top deck of that parkade was completely empty when I was there. Not one car.

 

edit: Upon further review I don't remember any cars there, but don't quote me. Maybe there were a few, but it was empty enough for me to think "there aren't any cars up here".

Edited by aastra, 05 December 2022 - 08:46 PM.

[Nparker]

...walked from Chateau Vic to Nautical Nellies without getting mugged too!...

A walk that clearly didn't involve Douglas Street north of Fort or any of downtown east of Blanshard.

[aastra]

Since this is the Broughton Street parkade thread I suppose it's the most appropriate place for me to make another observation about my observations from that parkade's top deck: you can barely see the very tops of HP1 and HP2 from there.

[Nparker]

Since this is the Broughton Street parkade thread I suppose it's the most appropriate place for me to make another observation about my observations from that parkade's top deck: you can barely see the very tops of HP1 and HP2 from there.

Maybe you should have faced north.

[aastra]

If past development controversies have taught me anything, it's that a tall new highrise building will utterly dominate the view no matter which direction you're facing (but especially if you're facing toward the building in question).

[aastra]

But in this instance that axiom didn't seem to be very axiomatic. Hence, I now have an axiom to grind.

[Victoria Watcher]

Iconic luxury living at the historic Customs House. Welcome to Penthouse 701. Boasting over 3,500-square-feet of sophisticated style and design, this exceptional residence delivers unobstructed views of the Inner Harbour and views all the way over to Sooke Hills. Step off the elevator into this three-bedroom, each with own ensuite, and Four-bathroom retreat and prepare to be amazed. Built for entertaining, enjoy a spacious open concept living, dining and chef’s kitchen. No detail has been missed with Italian cabinetry, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, and custom wine wall. Take advantage of the views while relaxing with a glass of wine from the formal living/sitting area. A rooftop deck featuring over 1,500 square feet of living space is perfect for evening barbeques and enjoying the stunning downtown sunsets. In additions to a concierge, enjoy a full fitness gym, sauna/steam rooms and more. This PH comes with 2 parking stalls and separate storage. Don’t miss out on owning a piece of Downtown history.

 

 

Maintenance Fees

$2,133 Monthly

 

 

 

$9,299,900

 

 

PH701 888 Government St.

 

https://www.realtor....ctoria-downtown

 

 

 

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 25 December 2022 - 06:24 AM.

[Barrrister]

That looks like your typical boring condo style. On top of that Government street is getting rather sketchy. 

[Lorenzo]

$2133 a month maintenance? Damn.....

[Mike K.]

That looks like your typical boring condo style. On top of that Government street is getting rather sketchy.

You can refinish it however you like.

[aastra]

^Good to know, but I still bet it would be expensive to refinish Government Street however you like.

[aastra]

It's crazy expensive but it really is a great building. Those roof spaces would be terrific. I could spend hours up there just looking around at things from that unique perspective.

[Victoria Watcher]

Almost a year on the market now.

 

 

 

$9,299,900

 

PH701 888 Government St

 

https://www.realtor....ctoria-downtown

 

 

 

 

 

 

$3,499,000

 

501 888 Government St

 

https://www.realtor....ctoria-downtown

 

 

 

 

 

 

$2,949,000

 

311 521 Courtney St

 

https://www.realtor....ctoria-downtown

 

 

 

 

 

$3,549,000

 

206 888 Government St

 

https://www.realtor....ctoria-downtown

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For a period of two years starting January 1, 2023, non-Canadians are banned from purchasing homes in Canada under the definition of “residential property” indicated in the legislation and associated regulations that the federal government published on December 21, 2022.

 

Although further technical interpretations of the regulations are still pending, here is the current understanding of the regulations.

 

https://www.bcrea.bc...n-is-in-effect/

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 08 February 2023 - 08:14 AM.

[Barrrister]

Ican think of a lot of houses I would rather buy with 10 million.

[Victoria Watcher]

‘Iconic’ piece of Victoria history selling for $9.3M even as market plummets 42%

 

Newly renovated penthouse trying to defy a real estate market that has seen price drops

 

https://www.vicnews....et-plummets-42/

[Nparker]

That's a bit of a misleading headline and sub-headline. Sales dropped 41.2%, not prices.