255 Government St, Victoria, BC V8Y 2A1
255 Government St, Victoria, BC V8Y 2A1
255 Government St, Victoria, BC V8Y 2A1
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Listing by Mariann Abram Pemberton Holmes Ltd - Sidney
$2,175,000
Est. payment /mo
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,830 SqFt
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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,830 sqft

Price per Sqft $768

MLS Listing ID 1041074

Style Main Level Entry with Upper Level(s)

Bedrooms 3

Three Quarter Bath 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1892

Annual Tax Amount $9,345

Tax Year 2026

Lot Size 6,098 Sqft

Acres 0.14

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

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.

Location

Province BC

County Capital Regional District

Community Vi James Bay

Area Victoria

Direction Corner of Government Street and Avalon Road

Rooms

Kitchen 1

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Dining/Living Combo, French Doors, Soaker Tub, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Heating Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling None

Flooring Carpet, Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Gas, Living Room, Other

Equipment Security System

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Bay Window(s),Blinds,Skylight(s),Stained/Leaded Glass,Window Coverings

Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer

Laundry In House

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony/Patio, Fencing: Full, Garden, Lighting, Low Maintenance Yard, Security System, Sprinkler System

Parking Features Detached, Driveway, Garage

Garage Spaces 4.0

Garage Description 1

Utilities Available Garbage, Natural Gas Connected, Recycling

View Y/N true

View City

Roof Type Asphalt Shingle

Street Surface Paved

Accessibility Ground Level Main Floor

Total Parking Spaces 4

Garage Yes

Building

Lot Description Central Location, Corner Lot, Easy Access, Irrigation Sprinkler(s), Landscaped, Level, Recreation Nearby, Rectangular Lot, Serviced, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalk

Foundation Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter

Sewer Sewer Connected

Water Municipal

Architectural Style Character, Heritage

Others

Pets Allowed Aquariums, Birds, Caged Mammals, Cats OK, Dogs OK

Ownership Freehold

Special Listing Condition Resale, Updated/Remodeled


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