OAK BAY NEIGHBOURHOOD · BRITISH COLUMBIA

Henderson

Room for a garden, a wooded park around the corner and two campuses close by. Henderson is the part of Oak Bay where a walk to the courts or a ride to class can fit into an ordinary day.

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$1,575,000DETACHED MEDIAN · SOLD + PENDING

Par 3HENDERSON GOLF COURSE

CampusUVIC & CAMOSUN ACCESS

Team Portfolio photograph of 3023 Westdowne Rd, Oak Bay — 3023 Westdowne Rd · Team Portfolio. Historic listing photograph; current condition and availability may differ.

THE STORY

Postwar streets,
with campus life close by.

Walk the streets off Henderson Road and you’ll see the neighbourhood’s range in a few blocks. There are mid-century houses with established gardens, renovated family homes, and attached options for buyers who want less yard work.

The setting changes as you move from the campus edge toward the park. Try the routes you’d actually use to get to class, walk the dog or pick up groceries. The distance on a map tells only part of the story.

A little local history

The Oak Bay Archives identifies Henderson Road and its side streets as part of the municipality’s postwar growth. Homes spread north toward Cedar Hill Cross Road in the years after the Second World War.

The area’s campus connection has its own history. Victoria College moved to the Lansdowne campus in 1946 and became the University of Victoria at Gordon Head in 1963. Today, Camosun’s Lansdowne campus and UVic bookend many of the trips people make from Henderson.

UVic Archives on the move to Gordon Head

Local history source

WHERE YOU'LL FIND IT

At Oak Bay’s northern edge,
between park and campus.

Henderson lies at the north end of Oak Bay, close to the Saanich boundary and UVic. Henderson Road and Foul Bay Road connect the area to Camosun’s Lansdowne campus and the rest of Oak Bay. Cadboro Bay Village and its beach are nearby in Saanich.

CampusUVic and Camosun’s Lansdowne campus

ActiveHenderson Park and its recreation centre

VillageCadboro Bay Village and the beach

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HENDERSON · THE PAST 12 MONTHS

From detached homes to townhomes.

From November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026, the Henderson report recorded 63 listings, 56 marked sold and seven pending. Detached homes made up the largest group, followed by townhomes.

Henderson · sold and pending records by property type
Property type	Sold + pending	Sold / pending	Median reported price	Reported price range	Median days on market
Detached homes	47	43 / 4	$1,575,000	$915,000–$3,525,000	24
Townhomes	11	8 / 3	$1,349,000	$799,900–$2,322,600	26
Condos / apartments	4	4 / 0	$638,500	$573,000–$985,000	28.5
Triplexes	1	1 / 0	$2,467,500	$2,467,500–$2,467,500	0

Reading the numbers

The 47 detached records had a median reported price of $1,575,000 and a median of 24 days on market. Eleven townhome records had a median reported price of $1,349,000. Four condo records had a median of $638,500, a small sample to use as a starting point.

What to compare. If you’re weighing a detached home against a townhome, compare the costs you’d carry every month and the larger repairs you may face over time. An older house with a yard and a strata home close to campus can suit very different routines.

Source: VREB MLS® records via Matrix, November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026. The table separates sold and pending records. Medians are calculated by property type and are separate from the MLS® HPI benchmark. The triplex figure describes one property.

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OAK BAY MARKET · OCTOBER 2026

Henderson benchmark price

Henderson’s single-family MLS® HPI benchmark was $1,371,700 in October 2026, up 2.1% from a year earlier and below September’s $1,383,500. The benchmark and the detached median describe different things. When comparing a specific house, look for recent sales with similar condition, lot size and street setting.

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Henderson single-family

$1,371,700

September 2026

$1,383,500

October 2025

$1,343,500

Source: CREA/VREB Victoria MLS® HPI tool. SF-All benchmark series, checked November 4, 2026. A benchmark is a modelled typical home, not a median sale price, appraisal or a waterfront comparable.

THE HOMES

Mid-century houses
and smaller ways to buy.

Many of the detached homes have the kind of layout that invites a second look. Think about what the lower level could do for you, where the daylight comes in and how much garden you want to care for. Ask about drainage, wiring and the permits behind any previous work.

Townhomes and condos offer another way into the neighbourhood. Read the strata’s records and depreciation report, and ask how parking, storage and upcoming repairs would fit your plans.

01Mid-century and earlier detached homes
02Renovated family houses on mature streets
03Selected townhomes and strata residences
04Infill and homes with secondary accommodation

Read the Oak Bay guide to suites and infill

Team Portfolio photograph of 2861 Eastdowne Rd, Oak Bay — 2861 Eastdowne Rd · Team Portfolio. Historic listing photograph; current condition and availability may differ.

THE OUTDOORS

Tennis, a short round
or a loop through the park.

Henderson Park fits a lot into one stop. There’s a wooded par-3 course, outdoor tennis, playing fields, a playground and a fitness circuit. The recreation centre adds a gym and indoor programs for days when the weather changes your plans.

Planning your first round?The District welcomes walk-on players at the par-3. Check seasonal opening, fees and rental details before heading out. Henderson par-3 information.

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THE EVERYDAY

Campus in one direction,
the beach in another.

A weekday might take you to campus and back through the park. On the weekend, Cadboro Bay offers a different pace.

ACTIVE

Henderson Recreation

Play a short round, use the outdoor fitness circuit or check the centre’s program schedule.

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EDUCATION

University of Victoria

If campus is a daily destination, test the walk or ride to the building you’ll use most.

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NEARBY

Cadboro Bay

Head into Saanich for the shops in Cadboro Bay Village or the beach and playground at Cadboro-Gyro Park.

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Current homes

Compare homes by the trips you make most often, along with condition and the work each one needs.

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Schools close to home.

Henderson is in the Greater Victoria School District (SD61). UVic and Camosun are nearby for post-secondary study. For elementary, middle and secondary school, the assigned schools depend on the address and program.

Use SD61’s School Locator to check the schools and program pathways for a specific address.

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A CONSIDERED CHOICE

Is Henderson
your next chapter?

If you want to get to campus or the park without building every trip around the car, Henderson is a good place to look. A home nearer Foul Bay Road may make some trips easier, while an interior street may feel quieter. Visit at the time you’d usually travel.

If you’re deciding between more yard and less upkeep, tour a townhome and a detached home on the same day. Compare the storage, parking, natural light and what each home asks of you after move-in.

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THE DETAILS

Frequently
asked questions.

01Where is Henderson in Oak Bay?+

Henderson is at Oak Bay’s northern edge near the Saanich boundary, the University of Victoria and Henderson Park. The map above shows the area used for the page’s MLS® listings.

02How close is Henderson to UVic and Camosun?+

UVic is at the north end of the area and Camosun’s Lansdowne campus is nearby toward Foul Bay Road and Lansdowne Road. Check the route from the address to the campus entrance or building you’ll use.

03What can I do at Henderson Park?+

The park has a wooded par-3 golf course, tennis courts, playing fields, a playground and a fitness circuit. The recreation centre offers a gym, fitness facilities and programs. Check the District for hours and seasonal availability.

04Are there townhomes and condos in Henderson?+

Yes. The November 2025 to October 2026 report included 11 townhome and four condo records. Compare strata fees, insurance and planned repairs when you’re weighing an attached home against a detached property.

05Which schools serve Henderson?+

Henderson is in SD61. Use the district’s School Locator for the exact address. English and French Immersion catchments can differ, and proximity to a campus does not determine school placement.

06How much do homes cost in Henderson?+

The November 2025 to October 2026 report put the median at $1,575,000 for detached homes and $1,349,000 for townhomes, including sold and pending records. The October 2026 single-family benchmark was $1,371,700.

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