395 St. Charles St | $1,695,000 | MLS® 1022322
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Bruce
Gibson
P. (250) 385-2033
Phone Bruce
Newport Realty Ltd.
1144 Fort St
Victoria, BC
Canada V8V 3K8
MLS® 1022322

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Address 395 St. Charles St
AreaVictoria
Sub AreaFairfield East
State/ProvinceBritish Columbia
CountryCanada
Price$1,695,000
Property TypeLots/Acreage
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms1
Floor Space1182 Square Feet
Lot Size9200.00 Square Feet
WaterfrontNo
Year Built1955
Taxes $6,708
Tax Year2025
MLS® #1022322

Development Opportunity: Approved 8-Unit Townhouse Project at Chancler & St. Charles, Victoria, BC. Seize a prime investment opportunity in Victoria’s South Fairfield Gonzales neighbourhood, just steps from the Salish Sea, with this 9,200 sq ft development site at the corner of Chandler and St. Charles. Fully zoned and development permit-approved, offering a streamlined path to profitability in one of Victoria’s most desirable markets, minutes from downtown Victoria. A boutique collection of eight modern townhouses, featuring contemporary architecture that will enhance the neighbourhood and stand the design test of time. Tailored to meet strong market demand for Missing Middle price points, the project includes four ground-floor, single-level one- and two-bedroom units, ranging from 650 to 850 sq ft, with private entrances and generous patios, ideal for downsizers, young professionals, and families. Above these are four two-story, three-bedroom units of approximately 1,700 to 2,200 sq ft, with dramatic ceiling heights in main living areas and private rooftop decks, designed to attract families seeking unique, premium living spaces. Situated in South Fairfield, close to Ross Bay and Ross Bay Shopping Centre, steps away from Thrifties, Hollywood Park’s tennis courts, and the beautiful sandy Gonzales Bay Beach. Whether by foot, bike, or transit, residents can commute with ease to Oak Bay Village, Cook St Village, and Downtown Victoria. This quiet, residential enclave of Fairfield Gonzales provides everything needed for a well-connected, active lifestyle, The project includes four dedicated parking spots & two Modo car-share memberships per home, enhancing marketability by blending convenience with sustainable living. With zoning and permits secured, this development eliminates upfront hurdles, allowing you to focus on execution and capitalize on Victoria’s demand for premium, Missing Middle properties. Land cost per Buildable is $152.00 psf or $211,875.00 per unit.


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About

Bruce Gibson is a longstanding resident of Victoria, BC, having called the island his home since 1951. He spent his university years at the University of British Columbia, studying for a Bachelor of Commerce in Urban Land Economics and completing an in-residence real estate brokerage course. After graduating, he went on to work as a contract property negotiator for Shell Canada Ltd. He joined the Victoria Real Estate Board's Industrial, Commercial, & Investment Division, and has served on the Victoria Board of Governance for Private Industry & Public Service. Always busy, Bruce has also held the position of the Provincial Appointee to the Victoria Police Board, and he and his wife Kristine have enjoyed trips to South Africa, southern Russia, and the Arctic.

Bruce has been a licensed REALTOR® in Victoria for over 30 years, and was the managing broker of Boorman Investments, one of the city's oldest real estate firms, from 1995 to 2002. He possesses extensive experience in all areas of real estate.  He has successfully managed both commercial and residential properties, and works as an agent for both buyers and sellers. He's consistently placed in the top 10% of producers in Victoria for the past 10 years, and has been the recipient of virtually every sales award offered by the Victoria Real Estate Board.

When you work with Bruce, you work directly with him — not with assistants. All clients receive his personal contact numbers so that he can be reached at any time of day. Feel free to contact him for a reference list.