James Bay is Victoria's oldest residential neighbourhood, a walkable peninsula of heritage homes, condos and ocean views just south of the Inner Harbour. It is one of the most popular areas for buyers who want to live steps from downtown, the waterfront and Beacon Hill Park.
Fisherman's Wharf, James Bay. Photo: NevinThompson, CC BY-SA 4.0
What James Bay is like
Residents enjoy Fisherman's Wharf, Ogden Point, Dallas Road's waterfront trail, Beacon Hill Park, the Royal BC Museum and the BC Legislature. Cook Street Village and Menzies Street offer cafes, groceries and restaurants, and most errands can be done on foot.
Capital Park, James Bay. Photo: NevinThompson, CC BY-SA 4.0
The homes
James Bay has a mix of early-1900s character houses, low-rise condos and townhomes, plus newer buildings close to the water. Many heritage properties have period details, while condos suit buyers looking for a lock-and-leave home near downtown.
Fisherman's Wharf Park, Victoria. Photo: Michal Klajban, CC BY-SA 4.0
Why work with Mike in James Bay
Mike Sharpe is a Victoria realtor with The Agency who knows the city's older homes and strata buildings. He explains inspections, strata documents and pricing clearly, and offers a $600 buyer inspection credit.
Call (250) 592-0039 or request a free home evaluation.
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