SAANICH EAST NEIGHBOURHOOD · BRITISH COLUMBIA

Cordova Bay

Cordova Bay offers two distinct ways to live near the water. You can look for an easy walk to the shore or buy higher up for a broader view. A good decision starts with knowing which you would use.

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$1,467,500OCTOBER 2026 · LOCAL SF BENCHMARK

SeasideCOASTAL SETTING

LochsideREGIONAL TRAIL

Home at 947 Sea Ridge Lane with the water visible beyond the rooftops — 947 Sea Ridge Lane · Team portfolio

THE STORY

A coastal community
with room to breathe.

Begin at a public beach access and walk back to a candidate street. Then try the route to Mattick’s Farm or the Lochside Trail if those would be weekly destinations. On elevated sites, look closely at driveway grade and how much of the yard you can use comfortably.

The housing range is unusually broad: modest older homes, substantial family residences, view properties, waterfront houses, condominiums and newer townhome communities can all appear in the same search. Elevation, water exposure, redevelopment potential and lot position make address-level comparison essential.

A little local history

Cordova Bay’s local area plan traces the community’s coastal and agricultural development alongside later residential growth. The shore, Lochside corridor and village destinations still give it a distinct peninsula-facing identity.

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WHERE YOU'LL FIND IT

Along Haro Strait,
north of PKOLS.

Cordova Bay follows the Saanich coast north of PKOLS (Mount Douglas), centred on Cordova Bay Road with connections toward Broadmead, Sunnymead and the peninsula.

SouthPKOLS, Gordon Head and central Saanich

NorthCentral Saanich, Sidney and the ferry

TrailLochside Regional Trail north and south

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SAANICH EAST · OCTOBER 2026

Saanich East Region Valuation Changes

Cordova Bay’s October 2026 single-family home price benchmark was $1,467,500 (+1.0% year over year). Compare recent sold and pending homes of the same type and setting, then account for condition, land, servicing and any coastal exposure. A modelled typical home is different from an individual property.

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Cordova Bay single-family

$1,467,500

September 2026

$1,430,800

October 2025

$1,452,700

Source: Victoria Home Price Index. SF-All benchmark series, checked November 4, 2026. These are modelled typical-home values, not medians, appraisals or 12-month Matrix statistics.

THE HOMES

From beach cottages
to contemporary view homes.

Cordova Bay is worth exploring when a coastal setting and connections toward the peninsula matter equally. Older properties may offer character or land value, while newer homes can place a premium on outlook, energy performance and modern layouts. Review drainage, slope, retaining structures, sewer service, permits, oil-tank history, trees, shoreline exposure and the durability of any view assumption.

01Older beachside and post-war detached homes
02Renovated and custom family residences
03Waterfront and elevated view properties
04Newer townhomes, condominiums and infill housing

Portfolio property at 5675 Wellsview Rd, Cordova Bay, Saanich East — 5675 Wellsview Rd · Team Portfolio. Portfolio photograph; condition and availability may have changed.

THE OUTDOORS

Beach mornings,
trail afternoons.

Cordova Bay Park provides beach access, a playground, seasonal washroom and a hand-carry launch for small boats. The Lochside Regional Trail runs nearby toward Victoria and the peninsula, while Cordova Bay and Ridge golf courses add two distinctive recreational landscapes.

Coastal details matterFor shoreline or view-oriented properties, confirm setbacks, flood and erosion considerations, drainage, title, public access, insurance and the practical limits of future work with qualified professionals.

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THE EVERYDAY

Local destinations,
peninsula connections.

Mattick’s Farm, golf, the beach and neighbourhood services give Cordova Bay several recognizable gathering places, while highway access keeps Sidney, the airport and central Victoria within reach.

LOCAL

Mattick’s Farm

Independent shops, food, gardens and services create a relaxed local destination beside the Lochside Trail.

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GOLF

Cordova Bay Golf Course

The championship course and Ridge course are longstanding recreational anchors in the community.

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TRAIL

Lochside Regional Trail

A regional cycling and walking route links Victoria with Sidney and the Saanich Peninsula.

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Current homes

Compare shoreline position, elevation, condition and housing type—not simply square footage.

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A CONSIDERED CHOICE

Is Cordova Bay
your next chapter?

Cordova Bay is worth exploring when a coastal setting and connections toward the peninsula matter equally. Decide first whether you want beach-level convenience, an elevated outlook or a newer strata home; those are different searches even within one neighbourhood.

A hilltop view can come with a steep walk home, while a waterfront property carries site-specific upkeep and shoreline questions. Compare access, exposure and the garden or strata responsibilities you want to take on.

Separate beach access from the view

Check the closest public access, the grade on the return walk and what sits between the home and the water. On a bluff or shoreline parcel, verify site constraints and insurance before placing a premium on the setting.

THE DETAILS

Frequently
asked questions.

01Where is Cordova Bay in Saanich East?+

Cordova Bay follows the Saanich coast north of PKOLS (Mount Douglas), centred on Cordova Bay Road with connections toward Broadmead, Sunnymead and the peninsula.

02Is Cordova Bay in Saanich or North Saanich?+

Cordova Bay is in the District of Saanich. North Saanich is a separate municipality farther up the peninsula.

Cordova Bay is part of the District of Saanich. North Saanich is a separate municipality farther up the peninsula. Use the civic address to identify the authority for zoning, property information and services.

03Which school district serves Cordova Bay?+

Saanich Schools, SD63, includes Cordova Bay and lists Cordova Bay Elementary and Claremont Secondary among its schools. Confirm the complete school pathway and French immersion options through the district’s address-based locator.

Use the school locator for the exact address and confirm the school and program directly with the district. If French immersion or a walkable school route matters, check it separately from the English catchment.

04How do beachside and elevated Cordova Bay homes differ?+

Compare the route to beach access and shops, slope, driveway grade, sunlight and coastal exposure. A higher address may offer an outlook but a less convenient walking route; a waterfront address needs separate shoreline and insurance investigation.

Choose a shore-level home if the walk or frontage is the main appeal. An elevated site may trade easy access for a broader outlook. Inspect drainage, exposure and legal access for either setting before pricing in the water.

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SD61 school locator · SD63 schools and locator · Saanich parks and trails · Current plans and local area context · Active development applications

YOUR MAIN CORDOVA BAY CONTACT

Robin Scrimger, REALTOR and New Chapter Real Estate Team lead

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Personal Real Estate Corporation · REALTOR® & Team Lead
New Chapter Real Estate Team
Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate

Talk with Robin about the streets, homes and practical details that fit your plans. Ask for recent sold and pending comparables for your preferred property type and neighbourhood.

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YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

Let’s explore Cordova Bay.

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