Saanich Population (East and West): 117,735 (as of 2021, according to 2021 Census)
Condominium Benchmark Price: $529,300 (as of Dec 2023, according to MLS® Home Price Index)
Townhouse Benchmark Price: $799,500 (as of Dec 2023, according to MLS® Home Price Index)
Single Family Home Benchmark Price: $1,045,100 (as of Dec 2023, according to MLS® Home Price Index)
Accessibility: Saanich West has a Walk Score of 54 and a Public Transit Score of 52 (some public transportation options) with several bus shelters and routes that go directly downtown, to Camosun College – Interurban campus, and out to Sidney, the airport and ferry terminal.
Proximity: Within 20 minutes’ drive to Downtown Victoria via the Pat Bay Highway. | Within 5 – 15 minutes’ drive to Saanich Peninsula Hospital and Victoria General Hospital. | Within 15 – 30 minutes’ drive to Victoria Airport and Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. | Within 20 – 30 minutes’ drive to Seaplane and Clipper Ferry terminals.
Many suburban areas of West Saanich are surrounded by green space, farm land and/or forestry. Rural landscapes, homes on land, and low densification provide residents with plenty of breathing space, tranquility, and privacy.
Avid gardener? Participate to one of Saanich’s community gardens. A bit of country, a bit of city, and a lot of West Coast island life while still living conveniently close to Downtown Victoria and other areas of the Capital Region.
From refurbished farm houses on acreage, to suburban family homes, modern condo buildings, and everything in between. Plenty of hiking and mountain biking trails within a few minutes from your new home.
Saanich West has a Walkscore of 80, (very walkable and most errands can be accomplished on foot), but this ultimately depends on whereabouts in Saanich West your new home is located. Many new condos and townhouses for sale in Saanich West are positioned near shopping, public transit routes, and other amenities. More rural, suburban areas of Saanich West, typically require a reliance on public transit unless you have your own vehicle. You can bike to Sidney or Downtown Victoria via the Lochside and Galloping Goose Trails.
Many Saanich residents have pets–even backyard chickens or livestock! And most of Saanich West’s parks and trails welcome horses and leashed-dogs. That said, because Saanich parks are home to delicate wildlife habitats, at this time, they do not offer any official areas for dogs to play off-leash. More information on Saanich Park’s bylaws regarding dogs can be found here.
The lower-density of Saanich West results in areas with quieter neighbourhoods and ample outdoor recreation. These elements, complemented by proximity to schools, parks, and key retail districts, make Saanich West neighbourhoods particularly appealing to families of all sizes.
The variety of lifestyles Saanich West accommodates, from homebuyers seeking a rural oasis, to those wanting a home that’s steps away from shops and recreation, makes Saanich West a popular area for independent seniors.
