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$1,234,000Victoria neighbourhood · British Columbia
Hillside Real Estate Affordable condos and houses near Hillside Centre and Quadra Village
Hillside is a practical, well-connected neighbourhood with some of the most affordable detached homes and condos in Victoria, close to Hillside Centre, Quadra Village and Topaz Park.
Median detached price$875,000 (past year)
Detached median days on market18
MLS® areaVictoria › Hillside
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The story
What is it like to live in Hillside?
Quiet side streets, a cross-town corridor.
Hillside is a mix of 1940s and 1950s houses on small lots, low-rise condo buildings and a few townhomes, set back from busy Hillside Avenue and Quadra Street. Topaz Park and Summit Park give it more green space than many people expect.
It suits first-time buyers, young families and investors who want a city address at a lower price. The trade-off is traffic on the main corridors and fewer village shops on foot, though Quadra Village and Hillside Centre are close.
Where you’ll find it
Where is Hillside?
North of Fernwood, west of Oaklands.
Hillside sits in the north part of the city, between Mayfair and Oaklands, with Central Park and Fernwood to the south. Hillside Avenue and Quadra Street are the main routes, and the Saanich border runs along its northern edge.
Green spaceTopaz Park and Summit Park
ShopsQuadra Village and Hillside Centre
DowntownAbout 10 minutes by car or bus
HILLSIDE · THE PAST 12 MONTHS
How much do homes cost in Hillside?
What sold, and how fast.
From November 2025 to November 9, 2026, the Hillside report recorded 46 sold and pending listings: 44 sold and 2 pending. Here’s the breakdown by property type.
| Property type | Sold + pending | Sold / pending | Median price | Typical range | Median days on market | Sale-to-list |
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| Detached homes | 13 | 13 / 0 | $875,000 | $785,000–$1,075,000 | 18 | 97.5% |
| Townhomes | 5 | 4 / 1 | $640,000 | $609,000–$643,250 | 16 | 99% |
| Condos / apartments | 27 | 26 / 1 | $415,000 | $380,000–$494,500 | 25 | 98.1% |
| Duplexes, triplexes & fourplexes | 1 | 1 / 0 | $770,000 | $770,000 | 61 | 90.6% |
Reading the numbers
Condos made up 27 of Hillside’s 46 sold and pending records, with a median price of $415,000 and a median of 25 days on market. Detached homes had a median of $875,000 across 13 records, at 18 median days. Townhomes had a median of $640,000 across 5 records, at 16 median days. Figures for duplexes, triplexes & fourplexes rest on fewer than five records, so treat them as a guide only. Across all property types, homes sold for a median of 98.3% of their final list price; 15% sold over asking, and 24% had a price reduction before selling.
Source: VREB MLS® sold and pending records for Hillside, November 2025 to November 9, 2026, via Matrix, compiled by Robin Scrimger. Pending means sold firm but not yet transferred to the buyer; pending prices are the agreed sale price. Sale-to-list compares the sale price with the final list price. The typical range is the middle half of prices; categories with fewer than four records show the full range. Medians are not the MLS® HPI benchmark or an appraisal, and categories with fewer than five records can swing on a single sale.
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Robin’s read
Hillside is where Victoria’s lowest detached prices meet some of its fastest sales. Its 13 detached homes had an $875,000 median, the lowest in the city, and sold in a median of 18 days. Condos had a $415,000 median, matching Burnside. That combination of low prices and quick sales tells you buyers see value here. If you’re selling, the data supports pricing with confidence; if you’re buying, expect competition for anything under $900,000.
How Hillside compares with nearby neighbourhoods
| Neighbourhood | Sold + pending | Detached median | Detached median days | Townhome median | Condo median | Sale-to-list | Sold over asking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside | 46 | $875,000 | 18 | $640,000 | $415,000 | 98.3% | 15% |
| Oaklands | 72 | $1,047,000 | 15 | $788,000 | $485,000 | 98.1% | 19% |
| Mayfair | 30 | $960,000 | 22 | $702,500 | $537,500 | 97.3% | 17% |
| Central Park | 38 | $967,500 | 30 | $700,000 | $400,000 | 96.7% | 8% |
| Fernwood | 64 | $1,039,550 | 22 | $749,500 | $425,200 | 97.5% | 17% |
Sold and pending records by VREB MLS® area, November 2025 to November 9, 2026, compiled by Robin Scrimger. A dash means no sales of that type. See all 13 areas on the Victoria guide.
VICTORIA MARKET · OCTOBER 2026
What is the benchmark price in Victoria?
The citywide benchmark, for context.
The Victoria Real Estate Board publishes MLS® HPI benchmarks for the City of Victoria as a whole, not for Hillside on its own. In October 2026, the Victoria single-family benchmark was $1,234,000, up 3.1% from a year earlier, while condo and townhome benchmarks eased. Across Greater Victoria, 573 properties sold in October, and the board described conditions as balanced.
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$837,900Victoria townhome
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$492,800Victoria condo
Source: Victoria Real Estate Board, October 2026 Statistics Package (released November 2, 2026). Victoria single-family: +3.1% year over year · Victoria townhome: −3.1% year over year · Victoria condo: −2.5% year over year. A benchmark is a modelled typical home, not a median sale price or an appraisal.
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The homes
What should you check before buying in Hillside?
Smaller lots, older homes, good value.
Most detached homes here date from around 1940 and sit on modest lots, while the condo buildings are mostly from the 1980s and 1990s. Prices are lower than the city average, so condition matters even more to the final value.
Check the foundation, drainage, wiring and any suites in the houses. For condos, read the strata documents closely and confirm parking, since some older buildings have limited stalls.
Your Hillside buyer checklist
- 01Visit at rush hour to hear Hillside Avenue and Quadra Street
- 02Order a sewer lateral and drain inspection on older houses
- 03Confirm suite permits before relying on rental income
- 04Read the condo strata’s depreciation report and minutes
- 05Confirm parking and storage for condos
The everyday
What is daily life like in Hillside?
Errands made easy.
Hillside is built for errands. Hillside Centre has groceries, a pharmacy and everyday services, while Quadra Village offers independent cafés and restaurants. Topaz Park adds sports fields and open space for a walk.
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Things to do
Where do locals spend their time in Hillside?
Three trips worth trying.
Topaz Park
Sports fields, open lawns and room for a walk close to home.
Explore Topaz Park ↗Hillside Centre
Groceries, a pharmacy and everyday services in one stop.
Explore Hillside Centre ↗Summit Park
A rocky hilltop with Garry oak meadow and views over the city.
Explore Summit Park ↗What schools serve Hillside?
Schools close to home.
Hillside is in the Greater Victoria School District (SD61). Quadra Elementary on Quadra Street is close to much of the area. Middle and secondary pathways depend on the address, so check the SD61 school locator.
Check the exact address in SD61’s School Locator, as English and French Immersion catchments can differ, and review the district’s registration dates before you move.
A considered choice
Is Hillside your next chapter?
Who it suits, and what to compare.
Hillside makes sense if you want a house or condo at one of the city’s lowest price points with quick access to shopping. If you want a village feel, compare it with Fernwood; for bigger lots, compare it with Oaklands.
The details
Hillside real estate: frequently asked questions
01Is Hillside the most affordable place to buy a house in Victoria?+
It was the lowest in this report. Detached homes in Hillside had a median price of $875,000 over the past year, below Burnside, Mayfair and the rest of the city. Only 13 detached homes sold or went pending, so supply is limited. The lowest prices usually reflect smaller lots or homes needing work.
02How fast do homes sell in Hillside?+
Detached homes in Hillside sold in a median of 18 days over the past year, among the quickest in Victoria. Condos took a median of 25 days. Lower price points attract a large pool of first-time buyers and investors, so well-priced homes can see more than one offer.
03What is near Hillside Centre?+
Hillside Centre sits at Hillside Avenue and Shelbourne Street, on the Hillside and Oaklands border. It has grocery stores, a pharmacy and other everyday services. Quadra Village, Topaz Park and several bus routes are close by, so many errands can be done without a long drive.
04Is Hillside a good area for rental investment?+
It can be. Lower purchase prices, nearby bus routes and demand from students and workers make rental math easier than in Fairfield or James Bay. Check suite permits, strata rental bylaws and the condition of older homes, since repair costs can quickly change the numbers.
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Whether you’re buying your first condo, upsizing for a growing family or selling a home you’ve loved for years, Robin can walk you through the streets, the recent sales and the practical details that matter in Hillside.
In the past 12 months, Robin and the New Chapter team were involved in 17 sales across Victoria’s 13 neighbourhoods (11 as listing agent, 6 representing buyers).
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