255 Government St | $2,175,000 | MLS® 1041074
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The Zieglers
Michael Ziegler
C. (250) 881-0055
P. (250) 385-2033
Phone Michael mziegler@telus.net www.thezieglers.ca
Tristan Ziegler PREC* P. C. (250) 727-8260 Phone Tristan tristan@thezieglers.ca
Newport Realty Ltd.
1144 Fort St
Victoria, BC
Canada V8V 3K8
MLS® 1041074

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Address 255 Government St
AreaVictoria
Sub AreaJames Bay
State/ProvinceBritish Columbia
CountryCanada
Price$2,175,000
Property TypeSingle Family
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms3
Floor Space2830 Square Feet
Lot Size6000.00 Square Feet
WaterfrontNo
Year Built1892
Taxes $9,345
Tax Year2026
MLS® #1041074

Welcome to Arcadia – a heritage-designated Victorian Queen Anne residence built by craftsman-owner Frederick Sherborne in 1892. This timeless home blends historic character with refined modern luxury. Meticulously maintained, extensively restored, and seismically upgraded with 200 AMP service & forced air gas heat. Fully fenced & gated, designer landscaped sanctuary with flagstone dual driveway for parking. Charming detached studio/workshop. Grand living & dining rooms feature bay windows, 11-ft ceilings, period-inspired lighting & 2 gas fireplaces. Chef’s kitchen with oversized island, 2 stoves, dual dishwasher & marble counters—perfect for entertaining while blending old-world charm with modern convenience. French doors lead to wraparound porches & patios. Upstairs offers a spacious primary with vaulted ceiling, luxurious ensuite, plus 2 bedrooms & bath. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Victoria’s history in the heart of James Bay with Walk Score 99—this is a Walker’s Paradise.


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About


After I graduated from Uvic in 1975 I didn’t have a job – so my parents asked if I’d work for ” The Ziegler” real estate team for the summer. How was I to know that I would work with them for 25 years – and then when they retired continue on my own and end up working with my son!
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I grew up in a real estate family where my grand mother, Lorraine, would take me to open houses when I was a kid, and point out all the wonderful houses she had sold to happy families. No wonder it feels natural to follow in the family real estate tradition. Read More » 



The Company

Newport Realty was formed in 1979 by a group of highly-motivated real estate professionals. We believe that superior service encourages customers to return willingly for that service, and to share their experience with others. .. Read More »