1541 Despard Ave
Victoria, BC V8S1T2
$2,989,000
Property Details
Property & Lot
- Sub-type
- House
- Lot size
- 18,000 square feet
- Zoning
- Residential
GRD-1
Ownership & Fees
- Property type
- Detached House
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Annual property tax
- $14,166.37
Interior
- Heating
- Baseboard heaters, Natural gas
- Cooling / A/C
- None
- Fireplace
- Yes (2)
Parking
- Total spaces
- 4
Room Dimensions
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Utility room | Lower level | — |
| Storage | Lower level | — |
| Office | Lower level | — |
| Bathroom | Lower level | 4-Piece |
| Bedroom | Lower level | — |
| Bedroom | Lower level | — |
| Bedroom | Lower level | — |
| Bathroom | Lower level | 4-Piece |
| Entrance | Lower level | — |
| Kitchen | Lower level | — |
| Dining room | Lower level | — |
| Living room | Lower level | — |
| Storage | Main level | — |
| Entrance | Main level | — |
| Balcony | Main level | — |
| Balcony | Main level | — |
| Bathroom | Main level | 3-Piece |
| Ensuite | Main level | 3-Piece |
| Bedroom | Main level | — |
| Bedroom | Main level | — |
| Ensuite | Main level | 3-Piece |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | — |
| Sunroom | Main level | — |
| Kitchen | Main level | — |
| Family room | Main level | — |
| Dining room | Main level | — |
| Sitting room | Main level | — |
| Living room | Main level | — |
| Entrance | Main level | — |
Listing Information
- MLS®
- 1033007
- Listed
- April 24, 2026
- Time on market
- On the market for 129 days
- Data last synced
- August 28, 2026
Listing provided by: The Agency · Data source: CREA DDF.
Description
Set on a beautifully landscaped 18,000 sq ft lot (100 x 180) in Rockland, this exceptional property offers 4,881 sq ft of finished living space, blending timeless character with remarkable versatility. Surrounded by mature trees, vibrant gardens with irrigation, and peaceful outdoor spaces, this 6-bed, 5-bath home, plus den and study room, is designed for both comfortable family living and effortless entertaining. The main level features spacious principal rooms, including a living room with fireplace, formal dining room, and a bright kitchen with adjoining eating area flowing into the family room with a second fireplace. A stunning sunroom with vaulted ceilings overlooks the gardens. The main floor also offers two bedrooms with ensuites, including the primary retreat with walk-in closet and private balcony, along with a third bedroom and a dedicated study room. The lower level includes a substantial 2,278 sq ft self-contained suite with private entry, kitchen, and generous living space, ideal for extended family, guests, or rental income potential. Water and mountain glimpses, expansive patios, greenhouse, and tranquil water feature complete this special offering. Located just minutes from top schools, parks, and Gonzales Beach, this is a rare opportunity in one of Victoria’s most coveted neighbourhoods. (id:63159)
Values & Trends
This listing
$612/sqft
Building average
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No other active listings in this building
Rockland average
$670/sqft
7 active listing(s)
Per-stall/locker dollar values aren't itemized in our data source — shown as included/not indicated only, not a fabricated estimate. $/sqft averages are computed live from other active listings, not a third-party model.
Location Insights
Weather
16°C
Mainly Clear
Humidity 73%
Wind S 6 km/h
Tonight
12°
Tuesday
19°
Tuesday night
13°
Wednesday
15°
Wednesday night
11°
Thursday
15°
Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Population
91,867
(2021 Census)
+7.1% since 2016
Density: 4,723.2/km²
Dwellings: 53,070
Median household income: $67,500
After-tax: $60,000
Immigrant population: 20%
Top countries of origin (% of total population)
- United Kingdom3.8% · 3,505
- United States of America2.1% · 1,945
- Philippines2% · 1,845
- China1.2% · 1,110
- India0.7% · 650
- Germany0.6% · 590
- Korea, South0.4% · 400
- Netherlands0.3% · 315
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Location Accessibility
Our own metric — not an official Walk Score®.
Amenities
22
5/9 categories nearby
Transit
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Not enough data yet
How this is calculated
Amenities: points awarded per category (restaurants, cafes, grocery, parks, shopping, gyms, pharmacies, banks/ATMs, healthcare) based on distance to the nearest one — 3 points under 200m, 2 points under 500m, 1 point under 800m — summed across all 9 categories and scaled to 0–100.
Transit: based on the number of transit stops within 800m and their mode (SkyTrain weighted highest, then streetcar/ferry, then bus). This reflects stop type and count only — our data doesn't include how often a route actually runs, so frequency is never factored in.
Both scores depend on how much of the surrounding area has been synced from OpenStreetMap and TransLink's GTFS feed. A lower score can mean fewer amenities nearby, or simply that this area hasn't been fully synced yet — not a confident measurement of the location itself.
Nearby Schools
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glenlyon Norfolk School(Independent) | K-12 | 436 m |
| Margaret Jenkins Elementary | Elementary | 526 m |
| Sir James Douglas Elementary | Elementary | 970 m |
| Central Middle School | Elementary | 1.1 km |
| Sundance-Bank Elementary | Elementary | 1.2 km |
| Victoria High | Elementary | 1.5 km |
| Victor School | K-12 | 1.5 km |
| Monterey Middle School | Elementary | 1.6 km |
Schools shown by distance from this property. This does not indicate school catchment or enrollment eligibility — contact the school district to confirm catchment boundaries.
Nearby Transit
No TransLink stops within an ~10-minute walk.
Nearby Places
Restaurants (1)
- Sushi Field674 m
Cafes (2)
- Gonzales Coffee · 1548 Fairfield Road671 m
- The Teahouse at Abkhazi Garden · 1964 Fairfield Road718 m
Grocery (1)
- Thrifty Foods · 1590 Fairfield Road657 m
Parks (5+)
- St. Charles Green312 m
- Pemberton Park · 1855 Richardson Street563 m
- Hollywood Park · 1700 Fairfield Road579 m
- Terrace Park · 1002 Terrace Avenue673 m
- Wilmer Green Park707 m
Pharmacies (2)
- Gonzales Pharmacy · 1845 Fairfield Road596 m
- Heart Pharmacy IDA703 m
Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
School district: Victoria (SD61)
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