2229 Arbutus Rd
Saanich
V8N 1V2
$2,288,000
Residential
beds: 6
baths: 5.0
3,505 sq. ft.
built: 1955
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- 1028867
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Year Built:
- 1955
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A perfect home – for a family; extended family; or use as two homes and a suite. Currently generating over $50K in annual revenue with just 2 of 3 dwellings rented. Beautiful forest, garden, meadow and ocean views – all just minutes from UVic, schools and Arbutus Cove park and beach. Set on a .543-acre lot this 3,505 sf, 7 bd, 4.5 ba, 3-kitchen residence includes: a 1,972 sf 3 bd, 2 ba main house (renovated 2011); 1,187 sf 2 bd, 1.5 ba authorized attached Garden House (2009), and a 782 sf 2b, 1 ba in-law suite (2023). Enjoy use as contiguous living space or as separate quarters. Renovated main residence features updated windows, roof, stucco & exterior finishing, kitchen (2019), front deck, plus cove ceilings, fireplace, hardwood floors and water views. Mature garden includes gorgeous Magnolia and other trees. Ample storage in detached 2-car garage and other areas. Only 5 steps from car to kitchen. Nestled between two large properties, speaks to future redevelopment potential.
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Type:
- Single Family Residence
- Year built:
- 1955 (Age: 71)
- Living Area:
- 3,505 sq. ft.
- Listing General Location:
- SE Arbutus, Saanich East
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
- Lot Size:
- 0.543 acre(s)
- Kitchens:
- 3
- Home Style:
- Cape Cod
- Building Features:
- Basement, Transit Nearby, See Remarks
- Construction:
- Frame Wood, Insulation All, Stucco, See Remarks
- New Construction:
- No
- Basement:
- Full, Walk-Out Access, With Windows
- Foundation:
- Concrete Perimeter
- Roof:
- Asphalt Shingle
- Other Structures:
- Guest Accommodations, Storage Shed, Workshop
- Floor finish:
- Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum, Tile
- Total Building Area:
- 4,143 sq. ft.
- Total Unfinished Area:
- 638 sq. ft.
- # Bedrooms or Dens Total:
- 6
- # Main Level Bedrooms:
- 2
- # Second Level Bedrooms:
- 2
- # Third Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bedrooms:
- 2
- # Other Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Main Level Bathrooms:
- 3
- # Second Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Third Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Other Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Main Level Kitchens:
- 2
- # Second Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Third Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Lower Level Kitchens:
- 1
- # Other Level Kitchens:
- 0
- Living Area Lower Floor:
- 1,102 sq. ft.
- Living Area Main Floor:
- 1,266 sq. ft.
- Living Area Other Floor:
- 1,075 sq. ft.
- Living Area 2nd Floor:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Living Area 3rd Floor:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Fireplaces:
- 2
- Fireplace Details:
- Electric, Wood Burning
- Laundry Features:
- In House
- Water supply:
- Municipal
- Sewer:
- Sewer To Lot
- Cooling:
- Air Conditioning, Other
- Heating:
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Wood
- Fireplace:
- Yes
- Warranty:
- No
- Dishwasher, Dryer, F/S/W/D, Microwave, Oven/Range Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Eating Area
- Blinds, Garden Window(s), Screens, Vinyl Frames
- Balcony/Deck, Garden, Sprinkler System, See Remarks
- Ocean, Other
- Main Level
- 0
- Yes
- No
- Unrestricted
- Jurisdiction name:
- District of Saanich (SD61)
- Zoning:
- RS12
- Accessibility:
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Number of 2 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 3 piece baths:
- 3
- Number of 4 piece baths:
- 0
- Number of 5 piece baths:
- 0
- Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
- 1
- Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Other Equipment:
- Security System, Other Improvements
- Property Condition:
- Contact List Licensee, Updated/Remodeled
- Exposure / Faces:
- East
- Layout:
- Main Level Entry with Lower Level(s)
- Lot Site Features:
- Central Location, Easy Access, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Landscaped, Park Setting, Private, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Wooded, See Remarks
- Attached Garage:
- No
- Carport Spaces:
- 0
- Garage Spaces:
- 2
- Garage:
- Yes
- Parking Features:
- Driveway, Garage Double
- Total Parking Spaces:
- 8
- Road Surface Type:
- Paved
- Date Listed:
- Mar 13, 2026
- Original Price:
- 2288000.0
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Overhead view of primary residence and attached garden house with beautiful magnolia tree and yard in summertime -
Residence is nicely set back from road, offers ample parking and is a five minute walk to Arbutus Cove Park and beaches.
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Cedar deck and entrance to primary residence
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Cedar deck includes French doors from primary residence
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Spacious LR with water views, cove ceiling, oak hardwood floors and fireplace
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Spacious LR with water views, cove ceiling, oak hardwood floors and fireplace
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Photo 7 of 62
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LR includes integrated dining area and water views
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Open concept LR, dining and kitchen
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Open concept LR, dining and kitchen with meadow view
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Kitchen / dining area with meadow views
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Kitchen fully renovated in 2019
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Kitchen includes custom backsplash with artistic flair
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Photo 14 of 62
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Photo 15 of 62
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Window seating in kitchen with forested backyard view
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Bedroom in primary residence
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Bedroom in main residence
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Bedroom in main residence
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Bedroom / Flex room with French doors leading to front deck.
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Main residence bedroom / flex space includes oak hardwood floors and attached bathroom
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Main residence bedroom / flex space with oak hardwood floors and attached bathroom
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Main residence bedroom ensuite
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Main residence bedroom ensuite
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Main residence full bathroom with jetted tub
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Main residence full bathroom with jetted tub
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Living room with stairs to flex room below
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Downstairs flex space for media room, office, gym, extra bedroom
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Downstairs flex space for media room, office, gym, extra bedroom
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Spacious 2-Bd basement suite
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Spacious 2-Bd basement suite
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Basement suite kitchenette and LR
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Basement suite bedroom 1 situated on south side of suite
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Basement suite bedroom 1 situated on south side of suite
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Basement suite bedroom 2 situated on north side of the suite
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Basement suite bedroom 2 situated on north side of the suite
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Basement suite bathroom with radiant floor heating
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Basement suite bathroom
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Basement suite bathroom includes private laundry
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Ample dry storage area under attached Garden House
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View of attached Garden House from back yard
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Attached Garden House main entrance
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Attached Garden House LR / kitchen
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Attached Garden House LR / kitchen
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Attached Garden House kitchen
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Attached Garden House LR / kitchen w/ French doors to patio / back yard
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Attached Garden House LR
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Attached Garden House back patio
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Attached Garden House powder room on lower level
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Attached Garden House upstairs full bathroom
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Attached Garden House bedroom 1 with water views
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Attached Garden House bedroom 1 with water views
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Attached Garden House primary bedroom with window seat overlooking forested backyard
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Attached Garden House primary room
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Attached Garden House from back yard
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Back of Attached Garden House from yard
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Forested back yard with rock wall
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Forested bac
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Forested back yard
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View of double car garage from Garden House front porch
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Photo 62 of 62
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Data was last updated March 17, 2026 at 10:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 14
- Avg list price:
- $1,575,000
- Min list price:
- $869,900
- Max list price:
- $4,698,000
- Avg days on market:
- 14
- Min days on market:
- 1
- Max days on market:
- 61
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $570.3
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
SE Arbutus. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.
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- Realtor, The Agency - Victoria
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- mike@mikesharpe.ca
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