Overview
Downtown Victoria Population: 17,533 (as of 2021, according to 2021 Census)
Condominium Benchmark Price: $543,200 (as of Dec 2023, according to MLS® Home Price Index)
Townhouse Benchmark Price:$748,000 (as of Dec 2023, according to MLS® Home Price Index)
Single Family Home Benchmark Price:$1,020,500 (as of Dec 2023, according to MLS® Home Price Index)
Accessibility: Esquimalt has a Walk Score of 51 and a Bike Score of 63. Esquimalt’s #15 bus goes directly between Esquimalt and Downtown Victoria, and as far as the University of Victoria campus in Foul Bay.
Proximity: Within 10 minutes’ drive to Victoria’s downtown core via two city bridges. | Within walking or cycling distance to Victoria’s downtown core via two city bridges and the scenic, pedestrian-only (walking/cycling) Selkirk Trestle and Galloping Goose Trail. | Within 15 minutes’ drive to Victoria General and Jubilee Hospitals. | Within 30 minutes’ drive to Victoria Airport and Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. | Within 10 minutes’ drive to Seaplane and Clipper Ferry terminals. | Within 10 minutes’ drive to Tillicum Shopping Centre.
Lifestyle
Walkable and bikeable access to Downtown Victoria and neighbouring districts of Victoria West and Saanich/Tillicum area.
Plenty of beautiful parks, historical sites, beach access, and walking trails. Each area of Esquimalt is relatively close–within a short bike ride, drive and even stroll–to a small plaza or strip of convenience stores.
Walkability & Bikeability
Esquimalt has a Walkscore of 51. Somewhat walkable (some errands can be accomplished on foot) and, on average, people in Esquimalt are within a 5-minute walking distance to 3 restaurants, bars or coffee shops. Stroll or cycle to downtown Victoria via the paved Galloping Goose trail.
Pet-Friendly
Dogs are welcomed on-leash at many parks and public beaches and a few parks offer designated dog off-leash areas. Refer to this Dogs in Parks page for details on where dogs are allowed or restricted in the Esquimalt area.
Family-Friendly
Esquimalt offers a variety of single-family homes, spacious townhouses, and condos–some of which are along quiet streets and cul de sacs. Family-friendly community and sporting events, as well as easy access to parks, schools, community centres, and Downtown Victoria, make Esquimalt a suitable community for families.
Senior-Friendly
Easy access to outdoor parks and green spaces, and living within close proximity to Downtown Victoria, hospitals, and amenities make Esquimalt a somewhat senior-friendly district. Getting to Downtown Victoria is easier by bike, public transit or car when compared to the 50+ minutes it can take on foot. Esquimalt Road is somewhat poorly-lit and can be busy with traffic and pub goers after dark.