Issue_50_Dec.16-22,2010_Real_Estate_Victoria by Black Press Digital

SAANICH EAST, SAANICH WEST, SAANICH PENINSULA

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$329,800

EXECUTIVE PENTHOUSE AT TUSCANY VILLAGE $329,800 Gorgeous 1 BR, 1 bathroom penthouse features sunny south westerly exposure with floor to ceiling windows and views of the Sooke Hills and Olympic Mountains. An excellent opportunity to live in a desirable village community, close to all amenities, bus routes, UVic, Camosun and Cadboro Bay Beach. MLS 285774.

Binab Strasser RE/MAX Alliance Yates Street 250-360-1929

Executive Home South Slope of Mt Tolmie New ML 286237

$870,000

Located at 3463 Waterloo Pl this unique executive home offers a special private and peaceful setting and spectacular views. Enjoy plenty of natural light throughout this 2 storey, 5 bedroom, 3 bath home located close to Camosun College, SMU, UVic, shopping, parks and trails. Asking price $870,000. MLS 286237

Fred Lerch Kathryn Alexander Sutton Group West Coast Realty 250-479-3333

Great Views Very Spacious 1 Bedroom Saanich East New ML 286326

$229,000

Get ready to be impressed. This very spacious 870 sq ft 1 bedroom unit is sure to please anyone who has been looking at 1 bedroom suites and wondering how they will get their stuff in them. This wonderful south facing 3rd floor unit rests across the street from a wide open green space (huge park) has amazing views to the Olympic Mountains and the evening lights cascading across the sky. The sunken living with its fireplace located on the same wall as the views is a great feature to take away the chill from those long winter nights. This suite also features a massive walk in closet which leads to the bathroom that doubles as a cheater ensuite. Whoever said you can’t have it all hasn’t seen this suite. It may not have everything but it’s awful darn close. Put this one on your must see list you’ll be glad you did. Offered at $229,000.

David Scotney Pemberton Holmes 250-384-8124

Jim Parsons RE/MAX Alliance 250-386-8875

David Rusen RE/MAX Alliance 250-386-8875

OPEN HOUSE SAT 2-4 3361 VETERAN SUITE DEAL Located close to SMU School. 3 bedroom bungalow with 1 or 2 bedroom suite possible down (vendor will complete). Updated paint, flooring, roof, landscaping. 6000 sq ft. lot. Beautiful home. Come see! MLS 285250

Bob Davies Pemberton Holmes 250-384-8124 ★

EXECUTIVE HOME $870,000 SOUTH SLOPE OF MT. TOLMIE Located at 3463 Waterloo Pl this unique executive home offers a special private and peaceful setting plus beautiful city and mountain views. Enjoy plenty of natural light throughout this 2 storey, 5 bedroom, 3 bath home located close to Camosun College, SMU, UVic, shopping, parks & trails. Viewing by appointment only. MLS 285525

Kathryn Alexander Fred Lerch Sutton Group West Coast Realty 250-479-3333

$679,000

This immaculate Cedar Hill Links executive retirement residence (freshly painted throughout last year), has an exceptional idyllic verdant setting along side the 14th hole of Cedar Hill golf course. With superb unobstructed views over the pond, fountain and fairways you are tucked away within our urban setting on a quiet cul-de-sac minutes from all Victoria amenities. Spacious flexible floor plan with 1600 sq.ft. on the main with 9 foot ceilings, 2 full baths, 2 bedrooms, 2 gas fireplaces and a further rec room, 2 bedrooms, gas fireplace and full bath down. Very bright end unit, spacious room sizes, double attached garage - just has to be seen to understand the setting and wonderful value. MLS 285741. patrick@burrproperties.com

Patrick Skillings burr properties ltd. 250-382-8838 patrick@burrproperties.com

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SPECTACULAR OCEAN VIEWS CORDOVA BAY .38 ACRES Cordova Bay Rd: A must see home, ocean views to die for, a “REALLY” short walk to the beach, next door to Doris Page Park. The home offers 3+ bedrms, almost 1300 sq ft on the main, L-shaped LR, dining, updated kitchen, laminate floors, fresh coat of paint, sundeck + the lower level offers a one BR mortgage helper. Excellent revenue property + perhaps build a new home later for the ocean views are hard to find. The seller WILL CARRY FINANCING, WILL CONSIDER TRADES + or build your new home. Offered at $759,900. www.roberthahn.com MLS 285018

Robert Hahn Dana Hahn RE/MAX Camosun 250-744-3301

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Queenswood Realty Ltd.

CORDOVA BAY FARMHOUSE - $799,900 This charming historic home has been totally renovated and restored - with multiple upgrades and structural improvements. The 1908 home was moved from it’s original site across to Wesley Road in 1967 and placed on a new foundation. The three floors of this home offer a flexible plan for living with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 2 designer kitchens with a 2007 suite. Sea views (and Mt Baker) from the upper floor. French doors, built-in bookcases, wainscoting, chair and plate rails and gleaming original floors add ambience to this lovely home. Owned by the same family for 27 yearsit is immaculate, meticulously updated - and a joy to see, there is a Victorian garden with lilacs, wisteria, roses, lilies, magnolias, hostas, and a private, fully-fenced yard. Weddings have been held in the grounds. Call today to view this lovely property. MLS 284641

Chris Markham 250-477-1100

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SPECTACULAR VIEWS! OAK VIEW ESTATES COUNTRY LOTS!!!

OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. 1:00-3:00 994 HALIBURTON

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Extremely Rare Offering $449,000-$495,000 + HST 4035 Braefoot

Only 2 Lots Left!!

ROYAL WOODS $179,900 Bright one bedroom suite on the quiet side of the building with southern exposure and balcony. Newer kitchen, updated bathroom, laminate floors - ready for immediate occupancy. Living in Royal Woods close to UVic and direct bus route to downtown offers much more than your average condominium: indoor pool, recreation facility, tennis court, pool table, hobby & workshop area, separate storage on the same floor and bike storage. This is a fun community in which to live. You will not find better value in this price range with more amenities. Better than and as affordable as renting. Owner now living in Vancouver. Immediate occupany possible. Best affordable value in building! $179,900 ML 285701

Patrick Skillings burr properties ltd. 250-382-8838

CASH BUYERS WANTED Cash Buyers for Building Lots, Tear Downs, Fixer Uppers and Revenue Properties. This is a Bonafide Request, Buyers have seen everything on MLS

Lovely country setting on quiet road yet minutes to town/ shopping/ university. 6 lots only spaciously placed in gorgeous oak grove ranging from 8,20014,000 sf. Purchase just a lot or have award winning builder build your new dream home. Call for details. MLS 285384

Nicole Burgess Walt Burgess 250-384-8124

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New ML 285774

CEDAR HILL LINKS

OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. 2-4 1608 ASH ROAD (AT MAJESTIC) GORDON HEAD - $529,800 Five BR, 3 full bathroom family home close to the ocean, Mt. Doug park, Elementary School, close to bus downtown and UVic. Large south facing lot with fruit trees. In-law suite potential. In need of updating but priced accordingly.

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Free list of bank owned properties. Receive a free computerized printout with pictures and addresses. Visit www.victoriarepos.com or call 250-382-1816 direct.

December 16 - 22, 2010

VICTORIA’S 1ST REAL ESTATE TEAM 1-800-665-5303

Murray K. Lawson 250-477-5353

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Executive Broadmead Townhome Gorgeous one level - 1648 sq.ft. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhome, 9 ft. ceilings. Gourmet kitchen w/ granite counters & maple cabinets & adjoining family room. 3 fireplaces, private patio, garage, carport & extra parking. $699,000. www.milljourhomes.com

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RON BAHREY DFH REAL ESTATE LTD

Donna Milljour

250-477-7291

ron.bahrey@shaw.ca 50-13

DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION!! Looking to scale down but don’t want to sacrifice your lifestyle? Want to avoid stairs but not ready for communal living? (condo / townhomes). This cosy bungalow nestled into the Cordova Bay Ridge area could be the solution. The current owners 10 year renovation process has resulted in a well conceived floor plan executed with the finest of materials and workmanship. Imagine yourself curled up in front of the fire, taking in the everchanging ocean, island and Mt. Baker views or extend your use and enjoyment of the outdoors in the enclosed lanai, overlooking the delightfully landscaped garden. Whether socializing on a small scale, seeking areas of refuge or quiet contemplation, this remarkable ocean view home will fulfill your needs. Offered at $799,000. Drop by the open or call to view today! MLS #284051. $799,000.

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December 16 - 22, 2010

SAANICH EAST / SAANICH WEST

Real Estate Victoria

SUNNY BROADMEAD HOME

Blow Out Sale $669,900 HST Incl. Arundel Manor $1,095,000 New ML 286479

891 Royal Oak Ave. MLS# 285032 - $985,000 Totally remodelled 3044 sq. ft. bungalow with walkout lower level overlooking Rithet’s Bog Conservation Area. Featuring 3 Bdrms, 3 Bthrms, 3 FP’s, Kit,LR,DR,Famrm, Home Theatre, Wine Cellar, Hot Tub, large double garage and has finishing that will delight the most discriminating buyer. Bright and sunny this home offers a very low maintenance south facing backyard and is very bright and sunny. Call now for you private viewing.

Rene Blais RE/MAX Camosun 250-655-0608 • 1-877-730-0608 Email: reneblais@yahoo.ca Website: www.reneblais.com

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"NEW PRICE" $1,999,000 WATERFRONT BEAUTY

250-744-3301 RE/MAX Camosun

This beautiful 2 year old waterfront home will not disappoint you. With 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, this home oozes quality in every respect. Some of the features are gas fired hot water, air exchange system, gas fireplace, Jenn-aire appliances, some sound insulated glass, E-glass, wired for surround sound, Bubble Tub, shower with body jets, wired for a generator, exterior rain screen system in place, teak hardwood, cork kitchen floor, & a gourmet kitchen, complete with quartz countertops throughout the home. Balance of 2-5-10 warranty in place. Call today- pictures & floor plan on my website. MLS #286300 $1,999,000 www.deedrieballard.com 50-14

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RARE FIND!!!

OPEN HOUSE Sat. 2-4 683 Jolly Plc. Brand new house! “Great buy” selling below cost!! Offering 4 large BRs, 2 gas fireplaces, hardwood flooring, granite countertops, 5 pce. ensuite with jacuzzi, large LR, separate DR, family room with FP, tiled entry, 3 full bathrooms and covered patio 10x10 off the eating area. “HST incl.” Buyer to assign all taxes, rebate entitlement to the seller. See L/S for details. 2-5-10 home warranty. Close to town. Open House Sat. 2-4. MLS 278973.

$1,095,000

Arundel Manor, the original historic 1916 Portage Inlet waterfront residence is set on a half acre promontory with superb south west exposure and ideally constructed to face the setting sun. Situated on a quiet culde-sac minutes from downtown the classic lines of this bright sunny family home are best observed from the water. This 3700 sq ft home offers 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, 2 granite fireplaces and true heritage character with the grand waterfront entry, beamed ceilings, wainscotting, and original woodwork throughout the spacious living, dining, and family rooms. Operated very successfully for decades as a bed & breakfast it has been a great family home for the last 5 years. Superb ocean front value for the discerning character purchaser.

Call Westcoast Realty

250 - 479 - 3333

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PROSPECT LAKE 5 ACRES $899,000 FAMILY TAKING PROPERTY OFF MARKET AT END OF DECEMBER BRING OFFERS NOW Surely this is a working man’s paradise, sunlit meadow within the privacy of a surrounding forest close to Beaver and Elk Lake trails. You have a solid 1974 residence that has a great 3 BR in-law suite on the ground level with a sunny main floor residence deck. Separate large wired 960 sq.ft. workshop. 1150 sq.ft. 5 stall barn with bay, loft, two partially fenced horse paddocks and another 300 sq.ft work/ storage area make for the perfect working rural setting. Set between Prospect Lake and West Saanich/ Interurban, this 5 acre retreat is close to town yet thoroughly private and set apart from the world. Don’t expect high end fancy - but solid immaculate affordable rural value. MLS 276985.

Patrick Skillings burr properties ltd.

Patrick Skillings burr properties ltd. 250-382-8838

OPEN SUN 1 - 3 PM 532 Normandy Rd No step rancher down private lane offering spacious floor plan, 2 bed 2 bath, bright eat in kitchen, lg living w/ fp, dining rm has access to patio, master w/ 3 piece ensuite, att. garage. Close to Royal Oak Transit Exchange, Common Wealth Pool, Royal Oak & Broadmead Shopping Centres nearby. Nice sunny level lot extra or RV Parking.

Shelly Reed ONE LEVEL RANCHER EXCELLENT LOCATION ASKING $639,900 Custom built, 3 BR rancher, excellent floor plan, great location, close to shops, parks, schools, bus and Vic General. Bright, spacious rooms, beautifully landscaped, 2 FPs, crown moulding, garage with workspace, fenced backyard, new roof, new gutters and more. A pleasure to show and easy to view so call me now.

Peter Lindsay RE/MAX Camosun 250-744-3301

I Listen and I Care! (text or direct)

250-213-7444

Group Westcoast Realty

www.shellyreed.com sr@shellyreed.com

Buying or Selling? For prompt professional service call Shelly Reed direct 250-213-7444 50-14

Stunning Brentwood Bay Home! A PLACE TO CALL HOME

1561 Oakcrest Dr. $699,000 Beautifully maintained and updated 1952 charming character 6 BR home w/ a valley and mountain view is spacious and bright w/ refinished wood floors, coved ceilings, updated kitchen and bathrooms, art studio, separate double garage, separate Xlrg storage shed and a huge 12,977 sf private lot! Full height walk-out basement has 2 BR + den in-law suite plus huge rec room and kitchen. This home has it all! MLS 285919

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Magdalin Heron 250-656-0911 www.holmesrealty.com

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One Level Home in Royal Oak $519,900

Bright, Airy Broadmead Townhome $469,000 This 2 BR, 2 bathroom townhouse has over 1200 sq.ft. of light, airy living space. A vaulted, open concept living/ DR is bright, features a double-sided woodburning FP shared by the cozy family room. The kitchen with loads of cabinetry looks to a family room that opens onto a south facing deck. The master BR with 4 piece ensuite is situated well away from principle areas. There is lots of storage space available in the high crawl space. Falcon Ridge Estates has a clubhouse with pool, billiard room and conveniently located guest parking, MLS 283143.

250-382-8838

patrick@burrproperties.com

Nicole Burgess 250-384-8124

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CENTRAL LOCATION LOTS OF LIVING SPACE! Glanford area family townhome in fabulous condition! This multi-level home with numerous upgrades is in an established complex in a convenient location. 3 bedrooms 3 baths with outdoor living space and a detached garage. 1500 sf of living space near schools and all routes. ML 283981. $369.900 Visit www.tonyjoe.ca

Tony Joe RE/MAX Camosun Oak Bay 250-370-7788

Be prepared this winter. Don’t be caught out in the cold.

This elegant home is set at the end of a driveway on a private cul-de-sac on lovely low maintenance gardens. Built in 2003 this home still shows like new w/ extensive updates to the interior that include dark hardwood merbau floors, crown moldings, & s/s appliances in the kitchen. The large windows to showcase the surrounding nature & stately Gary Oaks plus the skylights make this a bright home year round & the layout easily lends itself for a great separate space for teens or in-laws. Storage is ample w/ 3 garages & a massive over height storage area. Enjoy the south facing private deck. Just move in and enjoy. MLS 281846 $749,000 For a media link: www.cherylbejcar.com

Cheryl Bejcar & Associates... "Pronounced bates-er" #1 Royal LePage Realtor in Victoria Top 1% for Royal LePage in Canada

Dan Hagel

250-592-4422 592-4422 Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty

www.cherylbejcar.com

The moment you walk through the front door, you will feel right at home. Sitting on a .32 of a private acre, set down a long drive, well back from the road, you will find this comfortable & spacious 3 bedroom home. This bright & warm house features 2 recently renovated bathrooms & a wood burning fireplace in the master bedroom. One level living with a large updated kitchen with eating area, a separate dining area and spacious living room. French doors lead out to a wrap around deck offering a great place for entertainment. Huge, fully fenced backyard with lots of fruit trees and beautiful landscape. Development potential - 2 lots? Parking for 3 vehicles. Close to Portage Inlet and Gorge Waterway. Offered at $499,000. MLS 285758

bejcar@vreb.bc.ca 50-14

Immaculate!! OPEN HOUSE Sat. & Sun. 1-3 1229 Knockan Pl.

... and it has a “LEGAL INLAW SUITE”. Highlights of this 2004, 4 BR, +/- 3300 sq.ft. home include a very bright open floor plan, a HUGE main floor master suite and private hot tub retreat. Are you looking for a special home? Drop by and take a look. Asking $769,900. MLS 284525.

Bernie Wilkinson Royal LePageCoast Capital Realty Chatterton 250-477-5353 50-14

RE/MAX Camosun Oak Bay 50-14

250-370-7788

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SAANICH WEST / SAANICH PENINSULA

Real Estate Victoria

December 16 - 22, 2010

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“New Listing”

CASH BUYERS WANTED

CAN YOU HELP?

RON BAHREY DFH REAL ESTATE LTD

250-477-7291 ron.bahrey@shaw.ca 50-15

SUPER CUTE & All Dressed Up! 1-3 N. SU GS & IN T. SA ST EN HA OP 1315

$959,900

$959,900 NORTH SAANICH LARGE PRIVATE WATERFRONT + SMALL HOME WITH ENDLESS POSSIBLITIES Great water views and outstanding views with many possibilities for this .64 acre waterfront property. Situated in sought after Curteis Point on a sheltered sun light bay. Quaint wooden home 2-3 BR with original wood floors, room for more development in basement and 2 bathrooms. Very private yard with mature plantings endless garden opportunities. Perfect for families, boaters and nature enthusiasts. Walk on sandy beach area and be mesmerized by the beauty of the clear, deep water. Far, far below property assessed value. Zoned for deep moorage. Don’t miss out on this opportunity of owning your own Waterfront Estate. This house is currently used as a revenue property with a great long term tenant and decent rent being paid but homes in the immediate area are selling for over 2 million. See www.karenlove.com for more...

Karen Love Bon Hollier RE/MAX Alliance 250-386-8875

Rick Krupa DFH Real Estate Ltd. 250-474-6003

* THE BEST OF DEAN PARK * * ONE OWNER VIEW HOME * - architect “NIGEL BANKS” - 4875 SQ.FT. custom built - Views of ocean, Baker, Sidney and more! - $1,439,000 asking under appraisal - Over 2 million dollars to replace! - Perfect for extended family and guests!