St Clare Villa

Sales continue at St. Clare Villa at St. Patrick's Parish in Oak Bay, Victoria BC. Our most recent sale was suite 307, a top floor South facing 1 bedroom + den suite. Available for purchase are: Suite 305- top floor, South facing 1 bedroom + den suite. $215,000 Suite 103- main floor patio suite, 2 bedrooms + den, 2 bathrooms 1147 square feet- $249,900 For more information or to arrange viewings, please call Tony Joe RE/MAX Camosun (250)370-7788 or email tony@tonyjoe.ca

Just listed!  Suite 307 - $239,900 We have not yet had the privilege of taking into inventory such a nicely renovated suite.  Laminate floors in the entrance, new paint and added cabinetry in the laundry/storage room are just a few of its features. This is a sunny south facing suite (not evidenced in the photo taken on a dreary day!) with skylight over the tiled entrance. A major modification is the walk in tub/shower, a first we've seen in the building.  This is a costly addition however those with mobility issues will welcome it! For more information or to view this home, call or email- Tony Joe, Personal Real Estate Corporation RE/MAX Camosun Victoria BC (250)370-7788 tony@tonyjoe.ca www.TonyJoe.CA

2013:  Another busy year at St Clare Villa St. Clare Villa remains a popular real estate option for home buyers seeking a newer home in one of Victoria's prime areas close to all amenities. In 2013, there were 5 sales: 104, 203, 206, 102 and 308.  This matches the prior year's 5 sales.  Since 2010, 14 suites have found new owners. This is impressive when compared to virtually every other condominium development:  many suites even in Oak Bay have difficulty finding buyers and unsold or expired listings are common, with prices requiring downward adjustment to be more attractive. The Life Lease arrangement at St. Clare Villa not only provides the security of a guaranteed buy back.  The pricing structure differs considerably from traditional strata condos.  It is easy to spend $50,000-$100,000 more on a condo in the area with similar interior features.  What is difficult to find is the quiet location away from busy roads yet close enough for e...

Available for sale is unit 308, a prime top floor corner suite of nearly 1100 square feet.  Windows on the East, South and North sides and overlooks the grotto area. Contact me for private viewing or for more information. Tony Joe, 250-370-7788 or tony@tonyjoe.ca

With the recent sales of suites 206 and 102 at St. Clare Villa, there have been 4 sales in 2013.  As a result, we are likely to exceed 2012's record of 5 resales in the complex. Suites currently available for sale: 308- Top Floor, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1082 square feet, East facing suite, $279,900 103- Patio suite, 2 bedroom plus den, 2 bathroom, 1147 square feet, South and West exposures, $259,900 People often ask:  "why is everyone selling??".  I wondered, too, until it was brought to my attention that most of the original owners were in their 70s and 80s when the development sold out in 1999.  14 years later, their needs or circumstances have changed. It is encouraging to see the activity in this fine complex.  Having experienced both strong and weak markets in the past 4 years at St. Clare Villa (there were no sales between 2001-2009), it is wonderful to see new owners enjoy the excellent location in quiet Oak Bay!

St. Clare Villa suites currently available: 206- 1 bedroom plus den, $214,900 103- 2 bedroom plus den, 2 baths, $259,900 Living at St Clare Villa Built in 1999, this 24 unit development features spacious suites on 3 floors.  Each home features living room with gas fireplace, dining area, complete kitchen with full sized appliances and storage room with laundry hook-up.  Each home has a deck with varying views depending on the exposure of the unit.  Mobility features include grab bars in the tub or shower and lowered light switches.   There is a basement in the building with a room to recharge mobility devices and also separate assigned storage.  The basement also connects to the St. Patrick’s Parish Center for easy access during inclement weather. About Life Lease ownership Ownership at St. Clare Villa is a unique arrangement.  The title to the property remains under the Diocese of Victoria and each of the owners pur...

This is the typical layout of 1 bedroom and den units at "St. Clare Villa".  Note: some are mirrored image, some have tub in the bathroom instead of shower- depending on the specific unit.  Exposures vary from South to North to West. This represents layouts of the 01, 04, 06, 05, 07 suites. This layout is for the large 2 bedroom plus den 03 suites.