About this home

Tucked within the sought-after Chelsea Green community, this bright, southwest-facing 1 bed + den home offers a functional layout on the quiet side of the building, overlooking the lush inner courtyard. The living space features a cozy gas fireplace and flows seamlessly to a generous private sun-drenched balcony, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A sizeable dining area off the kitchen adds extra space for hosting or everyday flexibility. A well-sized den makes an ideal office, guest space, or workout/yoga area. Additional highlights include a full laundry room for extra storage, durable laminate flooring, secure underground parking, and a separate storage locker. This is a pet and rental friendly building with a well-managed strata and healthy contingency. Conveniently located just steps from Uptown, restaurants, parks, trails, transit, and everyday amenities, this is an excellent opportunity for comfortable year-round living in a highly walkable location.

Home facts

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1 full
Interior: 803 sq ft
Lot size: 892 sq ft
Year built: 1995
Parking: 1
Property type: Single Family
Fireplace: 1
Area: Swan Lake
Listed: August 4, 2026
Structure: Apartment
PID: 018-945-724
Common interest: Condo/Strata

Highlights

Balcony
Underground parking
Storage locker
Fireplace

Features and inclusions

Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer
Heating: Baseboard heaters, Electric
Cooling: None
Parking: Underground
Lot: Central location, Other
Community: Family Oriented, Pets Allowed

Rooms and building

Water
Zoning: Residential

Listed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island. Last updated Aug 17, 2026, 9:50 PM.

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Monthly and upfront costs

Uses the posted 5-year rate (5.19%), 20% down and a 25-year amortization.

Monthly ownership costs

Principal and interest: $2,113
Property tax: $133/mo
Home insurance: $150/mo
Estimated monthly total: $2,397

Purchase snapshot

List price: $445,900
Down payment: $89,180 (20%)
Estimated mortgage: $356,720

Estimates only. They leave out utilities, upkeep and closing costs.

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Neighbourhood

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Walk to Save-On-Foods2 min

Bike to Selkirk Landing10 min

Walk to Selkirk Landing34 min

Drive to downtown Vancouver3h 45m

Estimated travel times. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Most listed

Condo / Apartment · 41%

Homes for sale nearby, by type

Condo / Apartment141 for sale

Detached118 for sale

Townhouse56 for sale

Land18 for sale

Duplex6 for sale

Other2 for sale

Active listings within 3 km of this home.

Homes built in Saanich, by type

Low-rise apartment87.7% · 250

Row house7.0% · 20

Apartment in duplex3.5% · 10

Single-detached1.8% · 5

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population. 285 dwellings.

Who lives here

Statistics Canada area 59170393 · Saanich

Median age: 43
Renter households: 63%
Average household size: 1.6
Median household income: $42,000

Population (2021): 491
Median rent: $830
Owner shelter cost: $1,460
30%+ of income on shelter: 21%
Owner households: 37%
Households with kids: 16%
Immigrants: 15%
Post-secondary: 49%
Average home value (2021): $440,000

Breakdown

$10,000 to $14,9991.9% · 5

$15,000 to $19,99920.4% · 55

$20,000 to $24,99913.0% · 35

$25,000 to $29,9995.6% · 15

$30,000 to $34,9993.7% · 10

$35,000 to $39,9993.7% · 10

$40,000 to $44,9991.9% · 5

$45,000 to $49,9993.7% · 10

$50,000 to $59,9995.6% · 15

$60,000 to $69,9995.6% · 15

$70,000 to $79,9995.6% · 15

$80,000 to $89,9995.6% · 15

$90,000 to $99,9993.7% · 10

$100,000 to $124,99913.0% · 35

$125,000 to $149,9995.6% · 15

$150,000 to $199,9991.9% · 5

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census Profile, dissemination area 59170393.

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