Rockland, Victoria · MLS® 1052727
211
905 sq ft · Condo · Single Family · built 1892 · 9 days on market
listed by Lori-Anne Townsend, Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate
Welcome to Hochelaga, a heritage-designated Rockland landmark offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of Victoria’s history. Perched on the top floor, this one-of-a-kind character home showcases sweeping ocean and mountain views, fir floors, vaulted ceilings and an abundance of natural light. French doors open from the living room to a large covered balcony where you can take in views toward the Olympic Mountains and Port Angeles. The flexible, unconventional layout offers multiple options for sleeping, working and relaxing, with private rooms plus a charming loft ideal as a cozy sleeping nook, office or reading retreat. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a second entrance and access to an additional deck. Opening skylights and unique architectural details add to the charm. Ideally located near Cook Street Village, Dallas Road, Beacon Hill Park, Oak Bay and downtown—this is anything but your typical condo.
20% down at 4.44% fixed (Ratehub.ca), 25 years; tax from the listing; strata fee from the listing.
Costs: mortgage $2,860 · tax $309 · strata $648 · insurance ~$35 · vacancy 3% · upkeep 5%.
Rent is today's market rent for a 2-bedroom in Fort St., Victoria: CMHC's average there ($1,868) raised by what new tenants pay against everyone in the Victoria area, then down 1.9% with Victoria's asking rents, 2025 Q4 → 2026 Q2. (CMHC Rental Market Survey, October 2025; CMHC Rental Market Report 2025, table 6.0 (rents on units that turned over to a new tenant); trend: Statistics Canada.) Houses usually rent for more than apartments. 25-year mortgage; rental purchases need at least 20% down.
Catchment schools, Greater Victoria School District 61
800 m away · 1824 Fairfield Rd, Victoria · 250-598-5191
1.5 km away · 851 Monterey Ave, Victoria · 250-598-4589
1.4 km away · 2121 Cadboro Bay Rd, Victoria · 250-598-3361
From the Greater Victoria School District 61's published catchment maps. A catchment gives priority, not a guaranteed seat, and French immersion and choice programs work differently. The district confirms catchment: check with its school locator.
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| year | assessed | est. tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $653,400 | $3,696 |
| 2025 | $650,300 | $3,384 |
Estimated tax up 9.2% from 2025 to 2026.
The listing shows $3,713 a year in property tax.
Estimate: the BC Assessment value times Victoria's residential tax rate for that year (Province of BC, local government statistics). Leaves out the home owner grant, parcel taxes and utility charges; the city's tax notice is the real figure.
Development permit for a 3 storey building
50 m away · 2024 · under review · 1710 Oak Shade Lane
The City is reviewing a Delegated Development Permit application to construct two 3-storey, 3 unit Missing Middle houseplexes. The proposal also includes setback variances. <br><br>Under the site’s existing zoning, the application may be permitted; however, it requires staff review against city policy/guidelines and a decision of the Director of Planning. This information is being shared to keep t
Applications filed with the city, active or decided in the last 3 years, measured from the listing's map pin. An application isn't an approval; the city's page has the current details. Source: City of Victoria development tracker.
Condos in Victoria, registered sales in the last 6 months (BC Assessment) against each home's last asking price on the MLS®. Sale prices register 1 to 3 months after a sale closes.
the building's lot: 1,493 m² (16,071 sq ft). from ParcelMap BC; property lines are approximate, a survey is the legal boundary.
This address is on the Community Heritage Register (Victoria) as "Hochelaga". Exterior changes can need a heritage permit, and some heritage homes qualify for grants or incentives; the municipality can confirm.
Source: BC Heritage Branch, historic places and conservation areas
From public government maps, matched to the listing's map pin. Maps can be out of date or miss a lot line; confirm with the municipality.
Walkability 78/100 · Walkable: many errands on foot
Within a 10 minute walk: 1 grocery store, 6 places to eat or drink, 1 cafe, 15 parks and playgrounds, 2 schools, 1 pharmacy, 21 transit stops.
mihom score from OpenStreetMap places, by straight line distance.