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$1,234,000Victoria neighbourhood · British Columbia
Mayfair Real Estate Practical houses near Mayfair Shopping Centre and Uptown
Mayfair is a quiet, practical neighbourhood of mid-century houses at the north end of the city, with Mayfair Shopping Centre and Uptown nearby and quick routes to Downtown and the highways.
Median detached price$960,000 (past year)
Detached median days on market22
MLS® areaVictoria › Mayfair
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The story
What is it like to live in Mayfair?
Errands close by, quiet streets behind.
Mayfair is mostly detached houses from around 1950, on tidy streets tucked behind Douglas Street and Quadra Street. Mayfair Shopping Centre is at its heart, and Uptown and the Saanich border are just to the north.
It suits families and first-time house buyers who want a yard under $1 million and easy access to the highways, Uptown and Downtown. The trade-off is fewer cafés and parks on foot than the older neighbourhoods closer to the core.
Where you’ll find it
Where is Mayfair?
The north end of the city.
Mayfair sits at the north end of Victoria, between Burnside and Hillside, with the Saanich border to the north. Douglas Street runs along its western edge and Finlayson Street crosses through the middle.
ShopsMayfair Shopping Centre and Uptown
TransitDouglas Street rapid bus corridor
DowntownAbout 10 minutes by car or bus
MAYFAIR · THE PAST 12 MONTHS
How much do homes cost in Mayfair?
What sold, and how fast.
From November 2025 to November 9, 2026, the Mayfair report recorded 30 sold and pending listings: 30 sold, with none 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached homes | 19 | 19 / 0 | $960,000 | $866,000–$1,074,500 | 22 | 97.4% |
| Townhomes | 2 | 2 / 0 | $702,500 | $649,999–$755,000 | 37 | 100.2% |
| Condos / apartments | 6 | 6 / 0 | $537,500 | $512,250–$594,250 | 28 | 97.9% |
| Duplexes, triplexes & fourplexes | 3 | 3 / 0 | $675,000 | $514,000–$850,000 | 37 | 96.6% |
Reading the numbers
Detached homes made up 19 of Mayfair’s 30 sold and pending records, with a median price of $960,000 and a median of 22 days on market. Condos had a median of $537,500 across 6 records, at 28 median days. Figures for townhomes and 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 97.3% of their final list price; 17% sold over asking, and 20% had a price reduction before selling.
Source: VREB MLS® sold and pending records for Mayfair, 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
Mayfair is a small, steady detached market. Its 19 detached homes had a $960,000 median and sold in a median of 22 days, with nothing pending when this report was pulled. That puts it alongside Burnside as one of the few places in Victoria where a house under $1 million is common. With only 30 records in a year, every sale moves the numbers, so ask for the most recent comparables before setting a price.
How Mayfair compares with nearby neighbourhoods
| Neighbourhood | Sold + pending | Detached median | Detached median days | Townhome median | Condo median | Sale-to-list | Sold over asking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair | 30 | $960,000 | 22 | $702,500 | $537,500 | 97.3% | 17% |
| Burnside | 55 | $967,500 | 25 | $660,000 | $415,000 | 97.7% | 4% |
| 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% |
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 Mayfair 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 Mayfair?
Solid houses, honest inspections.
Most houses in Mayfair date from around 1950 and sit on regular city lots. Many have been updated over the years, some with suites, and a few have been replaced with newer homes.
Check the foundation, drainage, wiring and roof, and confirm suite permits. Homes close to Douglas Street are convenient but noisier, while the inner streets are quieter.
Your Mayfair buyer checklist
- 01Visit at rush hour to hear Douglas Street and Finlayson Street
- 02Order a sewer lateral and drain inspection
- 03Confirm suite permits before counting on rental income
- 04Check the age of the roof, panel and heating system
- 05Compare against recent Burnside and Hillside sales
The everyday
What is daily life like in Mayfair?
Everything you need, close by.
Groceries, banking and the pharmacy are a short walk or drive away at Mayfair Shopping Centre, with more at Uptown. The Galloping Goose and Lochside trails meet just north at the Switch Bridge for weekend rides.
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Things to do
Where do locals spend their time in Mayfair?
Three trips worth trying.
Mayfair Shopping Centre
Groceries, banks and services at Douglas and Finlayson.
Explore Mayfair Shopping Centre ↗Galloping Goose and Lochside
Regional trails that meet just north of Mayfair.
Explore Galloping Goose and Lochside ↗Topaz Park
Sports fields and open space a short drive south.
Explore Topaz Park ↗What schools serve Mayfair?
Schools close to home.
Mayfair is in the Greater Victoria School District (SD61). Quadra Elementary is among the closer elementary schools. 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 Mayfair your next chapter?
Who it suits, and what to compare.
Mayfair makes sense if you want a house with a yard under $1 million and easy access to shopping and the highways. If you’d rather walk to a village, compare it with Fernwood; for a similar price, compare it with Burnside and Hillside.
The details
Mayfair real estate: frequently asked questions
01How much does a house cost in Mayfair?+
Detached homes in Mayfair had a median price of $960,000 over the past year, with most selling between about $865,000 and $1.07 million. Most date from around 1950, so updates, suites and lot size explain the spread. With only 19 detached sales, every new sale can shift the numbers.
02Is Mayfair in Victoria or Saanich?+
Mayfair is in the City of Victoria, at its northern edge. Uptown and parts of the surrounding shopping area are across the border in Saanich. Taxes, bylaws and services depend on which municipality the home is in, so confirm the municipality on the listing and title.
03Is Mayfair good for commuters?+
Yes. Douglas Street carries the rapid bus routes to Downtown and the Westshore, and the Trans-Canada and Pat Bay highways are a few minutes away. The Galloping Goose and Lochside trails meet just to the north, so cycling Downtown is also realistic for many people.
04How fast do homes sell in Mayfair?+
Detached homes in Mayfair sold in a median of 22 days over the past year. The market is small, with 30 sales of all types, so timing matters. A well-priced house can draw several buyers quickly, while one priced above recent sales may need a reduction.
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Robin Scrimger · Personal Real Estate Corporation
REALTOR® & Team Lead · New Chapter Real Estate Team
Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate
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 Mayfair.
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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