Overview
Sooke Population: 15,086 (as of 2021, according to 2021 Census)
Condominium Benchmark Price: $459,800 (as of Dec 2023, according to MLS® Home Price Index)
Townhouse Benchmark Price: $646,300 (as of Dec 2023, according to MLS® Home Price Index)
Single Family Home Benchmark Price: $825,600 (as of Dec 2023, according to MLS® Home Price Index)
Accessibility: Sooke has a Walk Score of 12 and a Bike Score of 19. Most errands require a vehicle. Sooke offers regular public transit options around the area as well as daily routes connecting to Westshore and Downtown Victoria and surrounding areas, see the BC Transit website to plan your route.
Proximity: Within 52 minutes’ drive to Victoria’s Downtown core | Within 32 minutes’ drive to Langford’s Downtown core
Lifestyle
A moderate drive to Downtown Victoria, especially considering the Improvements that are being made to the highway from Downtown Victoria to Westshore. Suburban areas of Sooke are within a short driving distance, and some are even within easy walking or cycling distance, to shops and other amenities. Featuring local and international shopping, restaurants, schools, and recreation, this community is self-sustainable and offers everything you need for day to day life.
A large number of newly built homes, townhouses, and condos for sale. Plenty of young families, events, and activities make Sooke a friendly, outgoing and social community.
Love the outdoors? Sooke is home to an unlimited amount of nature, boasting hundreds of outdoor attractions, parks, hiking trails, and beaches to enjoy and explore.
Avid gardener or looking for more space? Want a yard? Many of the single-family homes in Sooke feature yards as well as being close to playgrounds, the Ocean, and green space.
Walkability & Bikeability
Sooke has a Walkscore average of 12 (a vehicle dependent City). It is also rated a 19 for bikeability due to its lack of official bike lines.
Pet-Friendly
The several parks and trails that welcome dogs on-leash, make Sooke a very pet-friendly district.
Family-Friendly
Sooke offers schools, parks, and a community connection, making it a very family-friendly community, and a great place to raise your kids if you enjoy outdoor activities!
Senior-Friendly
Access to outdoor parks, trails, lakes, as well as proximity to amenities, make Sooke an ideal community for active seniors.