Granville Real Estate Larger lots and estate homes off Burnside Road West
Larger lots, established homes and some of Saanich West’s largest estates, off Burnside Road West near the Interurban Rail Trail. Prices, sales and what to check, from REALTOR® Robin Scrimger.
Granville is a small, semi-rural pocket in the southwest corner of Saanich West, off Burnside Road West around Holland Avenue and Charlton Road, near the Interurban Rail Trail. Lots are larger than in the neighbourhoods to the south, and homes range from established family houses to large estate properties.
It’s a pocket for buyers who want rural space close to town: the Trans-Canada Highway and Helmcken Road are a short drive, Thetis Lake is minutes west, and the past year’s top sale here, at $5.49 million, was the highest in Saanich West.
Granville at a glance
Granville at a glance
Topic
Details
Municipality
District of Saanich
MLS® area
Saanich West › Granville
Typical homes
Detached family homes and estate properties on larger lots
Use the board map for real estate searches and SaanichMap for municipal property layers.
Getting around
How long is the commute from Granville to downtown Victoria?
Most Granville addresses are about 15–20 minutes from downtown Victoria outside rush hour and 25–35 minutes at peak, via Burnside Road West, Helmcken Road and the Trans-Canada Highway.
Approximate drive times from Granville
Destination
Approximate drive time
Tillicum Centre
About 10 minutes
University of Victoria
About 20 minutes
Downtown Victoria
15–20 minutes (25–35 at peak)
Victoria International Airport
About 25 minutes
Swartz Bay ferry terminal
About 30 minutes
Walk Score, Bike Score and transit
Granville is car-dependent. Saanich as a whole averages a Walk Score of 40. Buses run along Burnside Road West; check the nearest stop for any address.
Homes and prices
What types of homes are in Granville?
Granville is detached homes on larger lots, from family houses to estates. For context, Saanich West’s October 2026 benchmarks were $1,023,500 for a single family home, $755,600 for a townhome and $505,500 for a condo.
Detached houses
$1.20M – $5.49M
Family houses on larger lots and a few large estate homes. 6 sales in the past year, median $1.54M, 34 days on market.
Granville real estate market: November 2025 – November 2026
Granville market snapshot, Nov 1, 2025 – Nov 10, 2026
Measure
Granville
Sales, sold and pending
6 (6 detached houses)
Detached houses: median price, range
$1,539,900; $1,195,000 – $5,490,000
Detached houses: median days on market, average sale-to-list
34 days; 96%
Saanich West benchmarks, Oct 2026
Single family $1,023,500 (−4.8% year over year); townhome $755,600; condo $505,500
Robin’s read: Granville saw 6 sales this past year: 6 detached houses. Detached homes sold at a $1.54M median after 34 days, at 96% of asking on average. 3 of 6 sales closed at or above asking, and the quickest went firm in 8 days. With only six sales and one estate sale far above the rest, Granville prices depend heavily on the specific property.
Recent Granville sales
Recent Granville sales, Nov 1, 2025 – Nov 10, 2026
Address
Type
Sold price
Finished sq ft
Days on market
Sale-to-list
1708 Woodsend Dr
Detached house
$5,490,000
12,099
18
100%
1649 Charlton Rd
Detached house
$2,525,000 (pending)
3,490
95
95%
1568 Burnside Rd W
Detached house
$1,730,000
2,643
41
89%
1670 Burnside Rd W
Detached house
$1,349,800
3,535
28
100%
4014 Holland Ave
Detached house
$1,290,000 (pending)
1,877
8
100%
3998 Holland Ave
Detached house
$1,195,000
1,986
53
92%
Pending means sold firm with conditions removed; ownership has not yet transferred.
How Granville compares with nearby neighbourhoods
Detached sales by neighbourhood, Nov 1, 2025 – Nov 10, 2026
Detached sales, sold and pending, Nov 1, 2025 – Nov 10, 2026. Granville’s median is pulled up by larger lots and one estate sale.
Source: VREB MLS® data compiled by Robin Scrimger (subarea sales Nov 1, 2025 – Nov 10, 2026) and the VREB October 2026 statistics package.
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The homes
What should you check before buying in Granville?
These are the items that most often change a buyer’s decision, or the price, in Granville.
01Water and wastewater. Some properties use wells and septic systems. Confirm the water source, testing and septic condition for the exact address.
02Building age and updates. Many homes here date from the 1950s to the 1980s. Ask about the roof, windows, electrical, plumbing and any oil tank history, and get a full inspection.
03Suites and garden suites. Saanich allows secondary suites and garden suites in many single-family zones, subject to rules and permits. Confirm the zoning, and that any existing suite is permitted, before counting on rental income.
04Trees and lot changes. Saanich regulates the removal of larger trees. If you plan to add on, build a garden suite or clear part of the lot, check the tree rules first.
05Large and unique properties. Estate homes and large lots need specialist comparables and careful valuation.
06Traffic and noise. Homes on or near Burnside Road West trade convenience for traffic. Visit at rush hour before you buy.
07Permits. Additions, suites, decks and renovations should have permit records; unpermitted work can affect financing and insurance.
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The everyday
Things to do in Granville: parks, trails and everyday errands
Trails and big parks are close.
Trails
Interurban Rail Trail
Flat, car-free walking and cycling on the old BC Electric Railway line, part of Saanich’s Centennial Trails.
Swimming lakes and forest trails a short drive west in View Royal.
Nature
Viaduct Flats
A wetland park on Viaduct Avenue West known for birdwatching, beside the Interurban Rail Trail.
Campus
Camosun College Interurban and PISE
Camosun’s trades and sport campus, home to the Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence and its gym and fitness programs.
Errands
Tillicum Centre
A full-service shopping centre on Tillicum Road with groceries, a cinema, restaurants and everyday services.
Schools serving Granville
Saanich is served by two school districts, Greater Victoria (SD61) and Saanich (SD63), and catchments follow the exact address. Families should confirm the assigned elementary, middle and secondary schools before writing an offer. Robin can confirm the catchment for any listing you’re considering, or check the district shown for the property in SaanichMap.
The details
Frequently asked questions
01Where is Granville?+
Granville is a neighbourhood in the District of Saanich off Burnside Road West, around Holland Avenue and Charlton Road, about 15 to 20 minutes from downtown Victoria, BC. On the MLS® it is the Granville subarea of Saanich West.
02How much does a home cost in Granville?+
From November 2025 to November 2026, Granville sales included detached houses $1.20M – $5.49M (median $1.54M) (VREB MLS® data).
03How long is the commute from Granville to downtown Victoria?+
About 15–20 minutes by car outside rush hour and 25–35 minutes at peak. Buses run along Burnside Road West.
04Is Granville walkable?+
No. Granville is car-dependent, though the Interurban Rail Trail offers car-free walking and cycling.
05Are there large estate homes in Granville?+
Some. Granville’s top sale this past year was a 12,000+ sq ft estate at $5.49 million, the highest sale in Saanich West.
06What schools serve Granville?+
Saanich is served by two school districts, SD61 (Greater Victoria) and SD63 (Saanich), and catchments follow the exact address. Confirm the assigned schools for a specific home before writing an offer.
07Who is a good REALTOR® for Granville?+
Robin Scrimger, PREC, Team Lead of the New Chapter Real Estate Team at Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate, represents buyers and sellers across Saanich West. Reach Robin at 778-400-6047.
Robin Scrimger and the New Chapter Real Estate Team represent buyers and sellers across the Saanich West district, from lake and acreage properties to family homes, townhomes and condos.
Recent results from Robin’s transaction history
Property
Neighbourhood
Home type
Result
5748 West Saanich Rd
West Saanich
Detached home
Sold firm for $1,400,000 (pending), 8% over asking, in 22 days
6052 Bear Hill Rd
Elk Lake
Detached home
Sold
733 Miller Ave
Royal Oak
Detached home
Sold
259 Crease Ave
Gateway
Detached home
Sold for $863,000 in 16 days
746 Middleton St
Gorge
Detached home
Sold
938 Westing Rd
Portage Inlet
Detached home
Sold
9 transactions
Tillicum
Houses, townhomes and a condo
Sold
Updated November 2026.
Homes for sale
Find homes for sale in Granville
Thinking about buying or selling in Granville? Robin will walk the home with you, flag the issues that matter on this type of property before they become surprises, and pull recent comparable sales for the exact address. Call or text 778-400-6047 or email Robin@NewChapterRealty.ca.
