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$1,234,000Victoria neighbourhood · British Columbia
Rockland Real Estate Heritage estates and gardens around Government House
Rockland is Victoria’s historic estate neighbourhood: large heritage homes, stone walls and mature gardens on the slopes around Government House and Craigdarroch Castle, minutes from Downtown.
Median detached price$1.55M (past year)
Median condo price$825,000 (past year)
MLS® areaVictoria › Rockland
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The story
What is it like to live in Rockland?
Old gardens, stone walls and quiet streets.
Rockland grew up as the address for Victoria’s wealthiest families in the late 1800s and early 1900s, and it still shows. Large heritage houses sit on generous lots behind stone walls and Garry oaks, with Government House and its gardens at the eastern end and Craigdarroch Castle to the north.
Today the neighbourhood also includes conversions of grand homes into suites and condos, and a few new buildings. It suits buyers who want space, heritage and privacy close to Downtown. The trade-off is the cost and care that come with large, older homes.
Where you’ll find it
Where is Rockland?
On the hill between Downtown and Oak Bay.
Rockland sits on the rise east of Downtown, between Fort Street to the north and Fairfield to the south, with Jubilee and the Oak Bay border to the east. Rockland Avenue and Moss Street run through the heart of it.
GardensGovernment House grounds
CultureCraigdarroch Castle and the Art Gallery
DowntownAbout 5 minutes by car or 20 on foot
ROCKLAND · THE PAST 12 MONTHS
How much do homes cost in Rockland?
What sold, and how fast.
From November 2025 to November 9, 2026, the Rockland report recorded 41 sold and pending listings: 39 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached homes | 17 | 15 / 2 | $1,550,000 | $1,425,000–$2,050,000 | 32 | 96.7% |
| Townhomes | 6 | 6 / 0 | $1,125,000 | $931,250–$1,712,500 | 12 | 100% |
| Condos / apartments | 15 | 15 / 0 | $825,000 | $665,000–$1,170,000 | 34 | 97.5% |
| Duplexes, triplexes & fourplexes | 1 | 1 / 0 | $1,100,000 | $1,100,000 | 17 | 100% |
| Residential land | 2 | 2 / 0 | $940,000 | $840,000–$1,040,000 | 42 | 89.4% |
Reading the numbers
Detached homes made up 17 of Rockland’s 41 sold and pending records, with a median price of $1,550,000 and a median of 32 days on market. Townhomes had a median of $1,125,000 across 6 records, at 12 median days. Condos had a median of $825,000 across 15 records, at 34 median days. Figures for duplexes, triplexes & fourplexes and residential land rest on fewer than five records, so treat them as a guide only. Across all property types, homes sold for a median of 97.5% of their final list price; 5% sold over asking, and 24% had a price reduction before selling.
Source: VREB MLS® sold and pending records for Rockland, 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
Rockland is the top of the Victoria market. Its 17 detached homes had a $1.55 million median, the highest in the city, with sales up to $3.97 million. New construction is changing the condo side: the median Rockland condo in this report was built in 2021 and sold for $825,000, the highest condo median in Victoria. Townhomes sold in a median of 12 days. Buyers here pay for heritage, privacy and quality, and the best homes rarely sit for long.
How Rockland compares with nearby neighbourhoods
| Neighbourhood | Sold + pending | Detached median | Detached median days | Townhome median | Condo median | Sale-to-list | Sold over asking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockland | 41 | $1,550,000 | 32 | $1,125,000 | $825,000 | 97.5% | 5% |
| Fairfield West | 128 | $1,495,000 | 21 | $864,000 | $528,100 | 98.1% | 17% |
| Fairfield East | 56 | $1,535,000 | 24 | $887,500 | $593,750 | 98.3% | 16% |
| Jubilee | 62 | $1,090,000 | 16 | $825,000 | $442,750 | 98.3% | 15% |
| 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 Rockland 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 Rockland?
Heritage homes need their own due diligence.
Rockland’s detached homes range from grand heritage houses to mid-century homes and new builds on subdivided lots. Many heritage homes have been converted into suites or strata units over the years.
Heritage designation can limit what you change and may also unlock incentives. Large older homes need careful inspections of the foundation, roof, drainage, wiring and heating, and insurance can cost more.
Your Rockland buyer checklist
- 01Check heritage designation and the City’s heritage register
- 02Get a full inspection, including the foundation, roof and drainage
- 03Ask for insurance quotes before removing subjects
- 04For conversions, review the strata bylaws and shared costs
- 05Confirm lot lines, easements and any tree protection rules
The everyday
What is daily life like in Rockland?
Gardens, galleries and quiet walks.
A walk through the gardens at Government House is one of the city’s quiet pleasures, and the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria and Craigdarroch Castle are close by. Fort Street and Cook Street Village cover everyday errands.
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Things to do
Where do locals spend their time in Rockland?
Three trips worth trying.
Government House
Free public gardens and Garry oak meadows on the official residence grounds.
Explore Government House ↗Craigdarroch Castle
A Victorian-era mansion museum on the hill above Fort Street.
Explore Craigdarroch Castle ↗Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
Exhibitions and events on Moss Street.
Explore Art Gallery of Greater Victoria ↗What schools serve Rockland?
Schools close to home.
Rockland is in the Greater Victoria School District (SD61). Sir James Douglas Elementary and Central Middle School are among the closer schools, and several independent schools are nearby. Check the SD61 school locator for catchments.
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 Rockland your next chapter?
Who it suits, and what to compare.
Rockland makes sense if you want heritage, space and privacy minutes from Downtown. If you want a similar setting closer to the ocean, compare it with Fairfield East; for more value, compare it with Jubilee.
The details
Rockland real estate: frequently asked questions
01How much does a house cost in Rockland?+
Detached homes in Rockland had a median price of $1.55 million over the past year, the highest of any Victoria neighbourhood, with most selling between about $1.43 million and $2.05 million. Sales reached $3.97 million. Heritage estates, lot size and condition explain most of the spread.
02What should I know about buying a heritage home in Rockland?+
Check whether the home is designated or only on the heritage register, since designation limits exterior changes and demolition. Expect detailed inspections of the foundation, roof, drainage, wiring and heating. Insurance can cost more, and some heritage incentives can help with restoration costs.
03Are there condos in Rockland?+
Yes. Rockland had 15 condo sales over the past year, at a median price of $825,000, the highest condo median in Victoria. Many are in new buildings, with a median build year of 2021, while others are suites in converted heritage homes. Compare strata finances carefully between new and converted buildings.
04Can you visit the gardens at Government House?+
Yes. The gardens at Government House, the official residence of BC’s Lieutenant Governor, are open to the public year-round at no charge. They include a formal rose garden, wide lawns and protected Garry oak meadows, and for many Rockland homes they’re a short walk away.
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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 Rockland.
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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