Gorge, Saanich · MLS® 1053073
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2,142 sq ft · 10,800 sq ft lot · House · Single Family · built 1932 · 4 days on market
listed by Alex Lapinski, Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate
Welcome to 81 Logan Ave—a rare opportunity on a sun-filled 10,800 sf lot in one of Saanich's most desirable neighbourhoods. This charming home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 dens, and a self-contained 1-bedroom suite. Natural light pours into the dining room, where large windows overlook the backyard and create a seamless connection to the updated deck—perfect for entertaining, BBQs, or enjoying the beautiful south-facing yard. Upstairs has 2 bedrooms and a bright den- which can be made into a bedroom or office. Downstairs, is a generous family room and 1 more large den - ideal as a home gym, or extra storage. Situated on a quiet, family-friendly street, you'll love being just a short stroll to the Gorge Waterway, parks, trails, grocery stores and amenities. Whether you're looking for space to make your own or a property with exceptional long-term potential, this home offers great lifestyle today with exciting future redevelopment potential on its expansive 10,800 sq ft lot (buyers to verify).
20% down at 4.44% fixed (Ratehub.ca), 25 years; tax from the listing.
Costs: mortgage $4,397 · tax $426 · insurance ~$175 · vacancy 3% · upkeep 5%.
Suite rent is today's market rent for a 1-bedroom in Saanich: CMHC's average there ($1,594) raised by what new tenants pay against everyone in the Victoria area, then down 1% 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
600 m away · 3155 Albina St, Victoria · 250-386-1408
1.5 km away · 505 Dumeresq St, Victoria · 250-479-1678
2.1 km away · 957 Burnside Rd W, Victoria · 250-479-8271
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 | $983,100 | $5,113 |
The listing shows $5,113 a year in property tax.
Estimate: the BC Assessment value times Saanich'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.
Houses in Saanich, 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.
lot outline: 557 m² (5,995 sq ft) · PID 007-901-739. from ParcelMap BC; property lines are approximate, a survey is the legal boundary.
Walkability 82/100 · Very walkable: most errands on foot
Within a 10 minute walk: 1 grocery store, 8 places to eat or drink, 1 cafe, 10 parks and playgrounds, 1 school, 2 pharmacies, 17 transit stops.
mihom score from OpenStreetMap places, by straight line distance.