Boorman
1144 Fort St
Victoria, BC
Canada V8V 3K8
Details
| Address | 1657 Ash Rd |
| Area | Saanich East |
| Sub Area | Gordon Head |
| State/Province | British Columbia |
| Country | Canada |
| Price | $1,989,000 |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 5 |
| Floor Space | 4237 Square Feet |
| Lot Size | 10029.00 Square Feet |
| Waterfront | No |
| Year Built | 1979 |
| Taxes | $7,684 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| MLS® # | 1040672 |
Open House Sunday 1-3. Enjoy glimpses of the ocean from this beautifully updated West Coast Gordon Head home, where quality craftsmanship, energy efficiency & flexible living come together. The heart of the home is an exceptional chef's kitchen with premium appliances, including a BlueStar gas range, Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, drawer dishwasher & so much more including a dedicated coffee bar. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the kitchen flows seamlessly into the sunroom & spacious rear deck, creating the perfect space for entertaining or relaxing. The primary bedroom offers direct access to the deck, while an indoor sauna provides a private retreat after a long day. Extensively upgraded for comfort & efficiency, this home features a heat pump, a solar system generating over 12 MWh annually, a newer roof (2020), over 40 new Andersen windows & exterior doors, new insulated garage doors, integrated smart heating & fire alarm systems & it's EV ready. The fully fenced backyard is a private oasis complete with a tranquil pond, irrigation, a play fort & a versatile shed that could easily serve as a home office, studio, or bunkie. Incredible income potential. The home includes a 2 bedroom suite & a bachelor suite featuring separate laundry, exceptional soundproofing with double-wall construction & the flexibility to continue as long- or short-term rentals or be seamlessly reincorporated into the main home. Additional highlights include two gas fireplaces, a wood-burning fireplace, a 50-gallon hot water tank, LG Smart Stack laundry, parking for many vehicles, and convenient transit, providing approximately a 25-minute commute to downtown. A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully upgraded home offering premium finishes, exceptional energy performance & outstanding versatility for families, multigenerational living, or those seeking valuable mortgage-helper income.
Listed by Royal LePage Coast Capital - Oak Bay
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About
Meet Mike Boorman
Service
Integrity, trustworthiness, honesty, knowledge, expertise - Mike is committed to providing the highest level of service to both home sellers and buyers. He strives to exceed his clients' expectations and make every transaction as smooth, easy, and stress-free as possible. Mike understands the industry, the community, and he listens carefully to the needs of his clients.
Experience
Mike was a Managing Broker for Boorman's and has over 25 years of experience as a REALTOR® specializing in residential sales. From starter homes to land, to oceanfront estates, Mike has the skills and expertise to broker any real estate transaction.
Education
Mike's education includes a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Victoria (1994) and a Diploma in Urban Land Economics for Real Estate Management from UBC (1999).
Awards
Mike's professional record speaks for itself. He has been an MLS® award-winner for overall sales since his first year in the business. For the last 15 years, Mike has received the MLS® Gold award for achieving sales in the top 10% of his field.
History
Born and raised in greater Victoria, specifically the neighborhood of Oak Bay. Mike has a comprehensive understanding of the city, its surrounding areas, neighborhoods, and amenities. He is also the fourth generation of his family to work for and manage Boorman's. The company was established in 1933 by his great grandfather, Harry Boorman.
Family
Mike has an active family home life. Married to his wife Maria
Boorman and with 2 children Spencer and Evelyn their schedule includes
many school and sporting events including basketball, soccer, and dance.
Family time includes hiking with their beloved dogs Chimo and Piper.
Hobbies and Interests
Mike's family has enjoyed boating throughout the Southern Gulf Islands with trips North towards Desolation Sound and South through The San Juan Islands to Seattle. This is another family tradition passed through generations that he now enjoys with his own.
Mike is an avid cyclist with many touring kilometers under his wheels. Mike and his riding buddies regularly enjoy a Sunday morning ride throughout Victoria.
Mike also enjoys the regular maintenance and upkeep of his personal residence and can often be found in his backyard gardening.
Why list with Mike Boorman?
- 24-Year Consecutive Victoria MLS® Award Winner
- R.I. (B.C.) designation. Highest level of Real Estate education in Canada (Masters in Real Estate)
- Managing Broker (11 YEARS)
- Oak Bay Company
- Oak Bay Resident
- Oak Bay REALTOR®
- A Trusted Name
- Satisfied clients

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