255 Government St
Victoria
V8Y 2A1
$2,175,000
Residential
beds: 3
baths: 3.0
2,830 sq. ft.
built: 1892
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- 1041074
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Year Built:
- 1892
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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.
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Type:
- Single Family Residence
- Year built:
- 1892 (Age: 134)
- Close Price Lease Total:
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- Existing Lease Expiry:
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- Living Area:
- 2,830 sq. ft.
- Main Building Living Area:
- 2,830 sq. ft.
- Listing General Location:
- Vi James Bay, Victoria
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
- Lot Size:
- 6,000 sq. ft.
- Kitchens:
- 1
- Home Style:
- Character, Heritage
- Taxes:
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- Building Features:
- Basement, Transit Nearby
- Construction:
- Brick, Wood
- New Construction:
- No
- Basement:
- Crawl Space, Not Full Height
- Foundation:
- Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof:
- Asphalt Shingle
- Levels:
- 2
- Other Structures:
- Gazebo, Storage Shed
- Ceiling Heights:
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- Floor finish:
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Total Building Area:
- 3,266 sq. ft.
- Total Unfinished Area:
- 436 sq. ft.
- Commercial Area:
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- # Bedrooms or Dens Total:
- 3
- # Main Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Second Level Bedrooms:
- 3
- # Third Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Other Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Main Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Second Level Bathrooms:
- 2
- # Third Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Other Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Main Level Kitchens:
- 1
- # Second Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Third Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Lower Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Other Level Kitchens:
- 0
- Living Area Lower Floor:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Living Area Main Floor:
- 1,228 sq. ft.
- Living Area Other Floor:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Living Area 2nd Floor:
- 1,250 sq. ft.
- Living Area 3rd Floor:
- 352 sq. ft.
- Fireplaces:
- 2
- Fireplace Details:
- Gas, Living Room, Other
- Laundry Features:
- In House
- Water supply:
- Municipal
- Sewer:
- Sewer Connected
- Cooling:
- None
- Heating:
- Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Fireplace:
- Yes
- Warranty:
- No
- Pending Date:
- Signup
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining/Living Combo, French Doors, Soaker Tub, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Bay Window(s), Blinds, Skylight(s), Stained/Leaded Glass, Window Coverings
- Balcony/Patio, Fencing: Full, Garden, Lighting, Low Maintenance Yard, Security System, Sprinkler System
- City
- Corner of Government Street and Avalon Road
- Main Level
- 0
- Yes
- No
- Unrestricted
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
- Floor
- Ensuite
- Pieces
- Other
- Financing Notes:
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- Assessed:
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- Assessment year:
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- Approximate Inventory Value:
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- Fixed Equipment Approx. Value:
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- Goodwill Approx. Value:
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- Gross Income:
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- Net Operating Income:
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- Association Fee:
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- Association Fee Frequency:
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- Jurisdiction name:
- City of Victoria
- Legal Description:
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- Accessibility:
- Ground Level Main Floor
- Units in Building:
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- Units in Community:
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- Number of 2 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 3 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 4 piece baths:
- 0
- Number of 5 piece baths:
- 0
- Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
- 1
- Other Equipment:
- Security System
- Property Condition:
- Resale, Updated/Remodeled
- Utilities:
- Garbage, Natural Gas Connected, Recycling
- Exposure / Faces:
- West
- Layout:
- Main Level Entry with Upper Level(s)
- Lot Site Features:
- Central Location, Corner Lot, Easy Access, Irrigation Sprinkler(s), Landscaped, Level, Recreation Nearby, Rectangular Lot, Serviced, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalk
- Attached Garage:
- No
- Carport Spaces:
- 0
- Garage Spaces:
- 1
- Garage:
- Yes
- Parking Features:
- Detached, Driveway, Garage
- Total Parking Spaces:
- 4
- Road Surface Type:
- Paved
- Total Units:
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- Date Listed:
- Jun 25, 2026
- Original Price:
- 2175000.0
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Welcome to 255 Government St. -
Walking distance to Victoria downtown inner harbour
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Detached garage/studio/workshop
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Central location
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Welcome to Arcadia built in 1892 est.
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1976 Heritage-designated
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11' ceilings in the open living dining room areas
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Period inspired lighting
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Lutron automated privacy window blinds
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Chef's Dream Kitchen
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Easy access to the various patios
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Two gas stoves and large kitchen island for entertaining
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Custom kitchen cabinets with stainless steel appliances
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Dual dishwasher, ice maker for entertaining
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TimberTech durable low maintenance porch
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Covered side porch with sitting area
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Main floor powder room with laundry
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Stairs to the upper floor
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Upper level hallway to 2 bedrooms and bathroom
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Upper level bedrooms and bathroom with access to the attic
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Spacious Primary Bedroom
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Primary bedroom with vaulted ceiling
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Elegant Primary Bathroom with separate walk-in shower, soaker tub and separate toilet/sink
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Lutron automated privacy window blinds
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Walk-in shower
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Separate toilet and sink
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Main bathroom for two other guest bedrooms
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Walk-in shower for guest bathroom
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Guest bathroom
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Guest bedroom 2
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Guest bedroom 2
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Guest bedroom 3
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Front entrance and covered porch
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Backyard with Gazebo
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Backyard patio with Gazebo
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Single car garage/studio Separate entrance to back of the patio
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Garage/Studio/Gym/Workshop
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Side entrance
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Side yard
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TimberTech durable porch with flagstone yard
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Flagstone yard with gazebo and single car garage
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Amazing location
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ex-8 Carr Heritage record
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1976 Heritage-designated
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1892 (est) built
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1979 Restoration
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Pawers with light inserts
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Gazebo with landscape lights
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Lock & Go lifestyle with luxury in Victoria Downtown
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Enjoy you evening out and walking to all that Victoria has to offer!
Listed by Pemberton Holmes Ltd - Sidney
Data was last updated June 25, 2026 at 02:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 96
- Avg list price:
- $859,250
- Min list price:
- $159,999
- Max list price:
- $3,749,000
- Avg days on market:
- 55
- Min days on market:
- 1
- Max days on market:
- 610
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $703
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Vi James Bay. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.
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