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SOLD!  635 Steamer Dr
 
We have just sold another property at 635 Steamer Dr.  We would love to sell your property,
 
On a quiet cul-de-sac in the exclusive peninsula community of Willis Point, virtually surrounded by parkland, you will find this beautiful four-bedroom family home for sale for the first time by the original owners. Designed by Wil Peereboom, and continually updated over time, this custom home is filled with comfortable gathering spaces, multiple fireplaces, abundant windows to bring the forest views inside, a spacious home office, and a large kitchen ideal for entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find four bedrooms together on the same level, including a gorgeous master suite, along with a large media room perfect for family get-togethers. Step outside, sit back, relax, and take in the privacy & wildlife that only this forested setting can provide, or enjoy it all from your very private hot tub. Located just a short stroll from beach accesses, trails, and kayak launch sites, including Tod Inlet Marine Park, you will feel like you are living a world away in your peaceful rural retreat.
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SOLD!  932 Blakeon Pl
 
We have just sold another property at 932 Blakeon Pl.  We would love to sell your property,
 
A brand-new home, never lived in before! On the ground level, enjoy your great room with cozy gas fireplace, island kitchen, pantry, and abundant windows. Out back you’ll find a spacious backyard, plus a patio with a gas barbecue hook-up. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, plus an office / family room, all together on the same level. The master suite offers a walk-in closet, heated floor ensuite, oversize shower, and double sinks. The quality details continue with high ceilings, an ultra-efficient Rinnai direct vent ductless gas furnace, gas on-demand hot water, quartz counters throughout, a spacious garage, and superior home construction by TEKloch homes – a new-home-warranty accredited builder. Located adjacent to forested Willing Park, in a peaceful setting, this is truly a great neighbourhood to call home! Interior photos of similar completed home. Price + GST. Move in by July 15, 2021.
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SOLD!  940 Blakeon Pl
 
We have just sold another property at 940 Blakeon Pl.  We would love to sell your property,
 
A large spacious home, this three-bedroom + den residence offers a unique two-storey vaulted great room for abundant light & air. The kitchen is well laid out, has plenty of storage and features gorgeous quartz counters, including a large island with eating bar. Upstairs, you’ll find all three bedrooms together, including a large master suite with its own private balcony, a spacious walk-in closet, a double sink ensuite, heated ensuite floor, and oversize shower! Step outside into your backyard and enjoy barbecues on your patio with a gas barbecue hook-up. The quality details continue with high ceilings, ultra-efficient gas heat, gas on-demand hot water, quartz counters throughout, a spacious garage, and superior home construction by TEKloch homes – a new-home-warranty accredited builder. Located close to the walking trails of forested Willing Park, this is truly a great place to call home! Interior photos of similar completed home. Price + GST. Move in by June 30, 2021.
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SOLD!  3473 Myles Mansell Rd
 
We have just sold another property at 3473 Myles Mansell Rd.  We would love to sell your property,
 
A fantastic value for four bedrooms! The open plan main level of this new house features an island kitchen with white quartz counters, a roomy living room with a real gas fireplace, abundant windows, and a huge deck with valley views. Upstairs, the great layout continues with three bedrooms, including a master with walk-in closet and a double sink ensuite with heated floor. Head to the lower level and you’ll find a fourth bedroom and family room with its own covered patio. The quality continues with high ceilings, ultra-efficient Rinnai direct-vent ductless gas heat, on-demand hot water, a 10yr new home warranty, and time-proven construction by the Limona Group - one of Victoria’s most awarded local builders with over 35 years of experience. Located near the quiet, south-end of the Jacklin area in a peaceful neighbourhood, yet close to shopping, entertainment, and much more, this is a great place to call home! Price + GST. Photos of similar show home. Move in by July 14, 2021.
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SOLD!  125 Atkins Rd
 
We have just sold another property at 125 Atkins Rd.  We would love to sell your property,
 
Situated on the doorstep to Thetis Lake, in one of View Royals most exclusive neighbourhoods.This home is unlike anything in the marketplace. Offering an expansive floorplan with an open concept main level,the moment you enter you will be taken a back by the timeless design & functional layout. With a chefs kitchen perfect for entertaining reflecting the needs of the most discerning home buyer, the kitchen anchors the main level as the heart of this home w an additional two bedrooms and den off its expansive living room.With a private master suite at the homes upper level, you will never want to leave as you lookout over expansive valley views, or soak in your oversized jacuzzi tub, there will be no better way to start or end your day then atop the home in your private master suite.With a walk out lower level w two bedroom suite & private patio, this home has everything, situated between Acreages in an exclusive enclave close to the galloping goose & transit this home checks every box!
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SOLD!  213 1505 Church Ave
 
We have just sold another property at 213 1505 Church Ave.  We would love to sell your property,
 
This sun-filled two bedroom suite overlooks the beautiful front gardens of Cedar Hill Court, a quiet, well managed, 55+ complex. This suite features a spacious living room with an enclosed sunroom, a dining room off the kitchen, two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom and a separate storage locker. Warm and sunny with it's western exposure, this suite has been lightly lived in and is clean and fresh. The washer and dryer are like new. Cedar Hill Court is pet friendly and offers an exercise room, library, lounge and a workshop with tools. It is conveniently located within walking distance to Shelbourne Plaza, University Heights Shopping Mall, restaurants, grocers, banks and transportation. Vacant for immediate possession. Act fast on this gem!
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JUST LISTED: 242 770 Fisgard St - $509,900

 
The Hudson is a historic landmark building located in the vibrant Hudson District in downtown Victoria. The building offers a guest suite and a massive rooftop deck with sweeping views of the city and beyond. Pets, children and rentals are permitted. The Victoria Public Market, Chinatown and Save-On Memorial arena are at your doorstep in this energetic neighbourhood. With 15’ ceilings, this suite is full of natural light and offers 1 bedroom PLUS a DEN and a massive 21' x 20' balcony, ideal for entertaining. Features include geothermal heating/cooling (which are included in your strata fees), Miele appliances & quartz counters, secure underground parking & separate storage on the same level. This is a coveted suite with outdoor space that is rarely seen in the downtown core. Act fast on this one!
Learn More: 242-770-Fisgard-St-mylistings-95215331.property
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Continued Low Inventory Pushes Home Prices Still Higher

As we work to ease out of the pandemic and return to our regular habits, the big question is whether we will see a return to a “more normal” real estate market after more than a year of rapidly growing prices amid a shortage of supply.


Looking back, we can see that the desire to spend more time at home caused increased interest in ownership of primary residences and of local vacation properties.  Initially, the demand was focussed on single family homes but that has now spread to all market segments, with condos picking up steam as well after a soft patch last summer and fall.


Prices, and the number of properties sold, climbed rapidly with single family home values up more than 20% over the last 12 months - and still climbing.  Our internal research tells us that the peak sales volume was likely early May.  We normally see a reduced number of sales over the summer months, and we are seeing that this summer as well. However, with the number of available homes down by more than half from this time last year, the expectation is that prices will stay at record levels.  So far, prices are continuing to climb in all market segments.


With local, national, and international travel starting up, the downtown condo market is likely the next to take off.  With price appreciation of condos at less than half that of single-family homes over the last year, condos appear more and more to be a great buy.  Our province’s excellent track record dealing with the pandemic is expected to drive further migration to our area, with many buyers choosing the easy lifestyle and walkability of our inner harbour district.


If you are waiting for prices to moderate before making a purchase, I’m not sure that I have good news for you.  Over the last fifty years, the annual appreciation of property in Victoria has averaged more than 7% per year, way ahead of the rate of inflation.  With our low inventory and highly desirable area, the post-pandemic desire to “make each day count” is likely to spur more interest in our region than we have seen in the past.  The best advice may be to get the home that you want now, before everyone else arrives.


If you would like to discuss these ideas in more depth, please feel free to give Karl Leong or Mark Roozendaal a call.  We are here to help you make sense of this changing market.


For even more timely updates follow the Preferred Homes Team on facebook or Instagram, and look for our “60 Second Market Snapshot” video released every week on our YouTube channel and on our facebook page.
 
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SOLD!  978 Darwin Ave
 
We have just sold another property at 978 Darwin Ave.  We would love to sell your property,
 
Centrally located in Swan Lake area this bright and spacious 5 bedroom home of over 2200 sq ft includes a 1 or 2 bedroom in-law suite. Situated on a large sunny flat 50’x141’ lot that is great for kids, social events or garden. Backing onto amazing Mt. Tolmie Park with playground, tennis, basketball & pickleball. On upper level is large entertaining open concept living room with wood burning fireplace adjoining the kitchen & dining room that has a walkout covered deck ideal for relaxing, parties & BBQ’s plus two bedrooms. On the mail level are three more bedrooms, large laundry & a great storage room. The suite can be either one or two bedrooms with private covered deck & entrance. In the backyard is a large storage building & a patio great for a picnic table or hot tub. Move-in with freshly renovated bathrooms, heat pump, hot water tank, painted throughout and new deck stairs. This quiet family friendly neighbourhood is close to shopping, restaurants, parks and trails. Enjoy life!
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SOLD!  105 2125 Oak Bay Ave
 
We have just sold another property at 105 2125 Oak Bay Ave.  We would love to sell your property,
 
This spotless, 2 BR,1 1/2 BA, corner suite benefits from an excellent location. The condo's south exposure looks out to private & generous, manicured grounds with mature oak trees. You'll enjoy sunshine all day long from the patio off the ample living room complete with fireplace, & there's a second patio from the dining room. The efficient kitchen has been updated with crisp white cabinetry & you'll appreciate the in-suite storage.The big master bedroom has its own ensuite. There is so much potential here and some cosmetic upgrading would make the strata home a standout! It is definitely worth your investment in this highly desirable neighbourhood. Vibrant Oak Bay Village with all its amenities, shops, galleries at your doorstep and popular Oak Bay Rec Centre nearby offers activities for any age.Bus stop just around the corner. The friendly complex is well run and the building is in tip top condition. Secure parking.Recent addition of 2 electric chargers. Excellent opportunity!
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