Welcome to 449 Victoria Avenue in south Oak Bay. This 2600 ft updated 5 bedroom, 3 bath family home is set back from the road, and boasts an expansive ‘secret’ south-facing private flower and vegetable garden, just steps from McNeill Bay. Designed for entertaining, the light-filled main level features oak floors throughout, a spacious living room with gas f/p, chef’s kitchen with ss appliances & gas range, opening onto a large deck. The generous primary bedroom features a 2-piece ensuite & the adjacent bedroom could be an ideal lounge or nursery. A sunny 3rd bedroom and updated 3 piece BA complete the main level. The garden level features two generous bedrooms, a 4-piece bathroom, laundry room, artist’s studio, and a cozy family/media room with a wood-burning insert. The property was renovated in 2013 -new kitchen, updated wiring, windows, attic insulation, refreshed lower BA, & two car garage with upper storage. Every detail has been considered in this warm and functional family home
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1969
(Age: 57)
Living Area:
2,662 sq. ft.247 m2
Listing General Location:
OB South Oak Bay, Oak Bay
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
3.0
(Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
8,760 sq. ft.814 m2
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$8,735.67 /
2025
Construction:
Brick, Stucco
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access, With Windows
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Tar/Gravel, Wood, Other
Levels:
2
Floor finish:
Carpet, Wood
Total Building Area:
3,217 sq. ft.299 m2
Total Unfinished Area:
555 sq. ft.51.6 m2
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
5
# Main Level Bedrooms:
3
# Second Level Bedrooms:
0
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
2
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
2
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
1
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
1,173 sq. ft.109 m2
Living Area Main Floor:
1,489 sq. ft.138 m2
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 2nd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Details:
Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Yes
Pending Date:
May 29, 2026
Date Sold:
Jul 16, 2026
Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Blinds, Insulated Windows
Balcony/Patio, Fencing: Partial
Split Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Mud Room
10'3.05 m × 4'1.22 m
Main Floor
Deck
34'10.40 m × 7'2.13 m
Main Floor
Living Room
14'4.27 m × 13'3.96 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
14'4.27 m × 9'2.74 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
9'2.74 m × 9'2.74 m
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
14'4.27 m × 11'3.35 m
Main Floor
Patio
20'6.10 m × 12'3.66 m
Main Floor
Entrance
8'2.44 m × 7'2.13 m
Main Floor
Garage
19'5.79 m × 18'5.49 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
12'3.66 m × 10'3.05 m
Main Floor
Porch
6'1.83 m × 5'1.52 m
Main Floor
Walk-in Closet
6'1.83 m × 5'1.52 m
Main Floor
Eating Nook
10'3.05 m × 9'2.74 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
15'4.57 m × 10'3.05 m
Lower Level
Greenhouse
7'2.13 m × 7'2.13 m
Lower Level
Patio
21'6.40 m × 14'4.27 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
12'3.66 m × 9'2.74 m
Lower Level
Other-Aux Bldg
8'2.44 m × 7'2.13 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
15'4.57 m × 11'3.35 m
Lower Level
Other-Aux Bldg
5'1.52 m × 4'1.22 m
Lower Level
Patio
31'9.45 m × 6'1.83 m
Lower Level
Living-Additional
17'5.18 m × 11'3.35 m
Lower Level
Laundry
11'3.35 m × 8'2.44 m
Lower Level
Family Room
22'6.71 m × 13'3.96 m
Lower Level
Utility Room
16'4.88 m × 11'3.35 m
Other
Attic
19'5.79 m × 18'5.49 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
Yes
1
5' x 5' 1-Piece
Main Floor
No
3
3-Piece
Lower Level
No
4
11' x 10' 4-Piece
Assessed:
1648000.0
Assessment year:
2026
Association Fee:
$.00
Jurisdiction name:
District of Oak Bay
Legal Description:
LOT A, PLAN VIP18317, SECTION 22, VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT