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Please read the important information below concerning planning and development of the Fairfield and Gonzales areas. Thank you.

 

For those of you living in the Fairfield or Gonzales neighbourhood areas, and have a future plan or even a current plan for your retirement or life situation, speak up otherwise you may not be able to do what you were hoping for. (Effects Zoning)


 

For more info click here: 

 

http://www.victoria.ca/assets/Departments/Planning~Development/Community~Planning/Local~Area~Planning/Fairfield~Gonzales/Gonzales/Gonzales_NP_DRAFT_15052017.pdf

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Sue Maitland

Speaker, Workshop Leader & ICF Certified
Life & Career Transitions Coach suemaitland@shaw.ca 778-265-6880 www.suemaitland.com


Upcoming Events for MAY 2017

Please NOTE: Seating is limited at these events and PRE-REGISTRATION is required What You Need to Know About Moving to Victoria

FREE

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When: Sat May 20th (1:30pm 3:00pm)

 

Where: Union Club of BC, 805 Gordon St, Victoria


What: This talk will help newcomers to Victoria and those thinking of moving to Victoria, have a better understanding of how this city works. It can make a huge difference in how quickly you are able to embrace the city and take full advantage of all that Victoria has to offer. Learn about the hidden job market and the key differences you’ll notice as a newcomer to this city. Get the inside scoop from a life & career transitions coach who made her move to Victoria over 25 years ago and found Victoria was her “happy place”.

What past participants enjoyed most: A lot of valuable information” “The structured approach & the way the information was delivered” “Well organized” “Friendly atmosphere” “Good use of my time”

Register for May 20th at 1pm at the Union Club of BC here: http://bit.ly/MovingToVicMay20

Networking for Success in Victoria (includes 1-on-1 coaching/support call) $74.50


When: Sat May 20th (10am 12:30pm)


Where: Union Club of BC, 805 Gordon St, Victoria


What: This workshop helps men and women overcome their discomfort with networking and learn to connect with others with more confidence. An essential skill in Victoria, networking will help you uncover the hidden job market in Victoria and make new friends. Get the inside scoop on where to network based on your interests. Enjoy a 15 minute support/laser coaching call with your workshop leader 1 -2 weeks after the session to share your 30 second introduction which you’ll develop based on the template provided as part of this workshop.

What past participants enjoyed most: Open friendly environment” “Concrete resources & info to help me move forward with my networking” “Well organized & presented” “The authenticity of the coach” “Great handouts

Register for May 20th at 10am at the Union Club of BC here: http://bit.ly/NetworkingMay20

Mini Self-Care Retreat (includes buffet supper at Union Club of BC) $74.50

When: Mon May 15th (5:15pm 8:15pm) Where: Union Club of BC, 805 Gordon St, Victoria

What: A great way for busy professional women to enjoy a night off, meet some like-minded professionals and focus on practicing more self-care. Experience Sue’s signature self-care workshop, followed by a delicious buffet supper at the Union Club. Leave with surprise gifts and a commitment to practicing more self-care in the future.

What past participants enjoyed most: Helpful and enlightening” “Loved it” “Gave me lots to think about” “Very engaging workshop leader” “Helped me get present to what I need to do” “The buffet supper was delicious”

Register for May 15th at 5:15pm at the Union Club of BC here: http://bit.ly/SelfCareRetreatMay15

In addition to her workshops and speaking engagements, Sue has an international coaching practice & works with clients in BC and around the world who are experiencing a significant life or career transitions.

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#102-3133 Tillicum Road

Listed at $239,000

MLS# 377634



This bright, beautiful, 2 bedroom corner suite is one of Montague House's finest! Featuring gleaming hardwood floors, floor to ceiling windows on east and north sides, private views, new dishwasher, in suite laundry, spacious sunlit dining and living area, double sink under window, and generous counter, cupboard and closet space. Montague House is a well built and maintained 55+ building featuring landscaped grounds, large common room, library/exercise room, and separate storage rooms. Close to Tillicum Mall and all amenities. Small pet welcome!

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#310-1485 Garnet Road

Saanich East

Listed at $209,000

MLS# 377539

 

This TOP FLOOR bright suite offers: a skylight, full kitchen w/ double sink, spacious living/dining room w/ quiet southward views from the private balcony over gardens & trees, a Master w/ walk through closets to ensuite, a bright S facing 2nd bedroom/den & a 2nd bthrm off front hall. Rosebank Gardens, YOUR BEST NEXT MOVE, is a 55+, safe, independent community offering a shared lounge/dining room, guest suite, 24 hour security staff, coin-free laundry on every floor, activity room & First Alert response. The service package, $340/m for singles & $555/m for couples, provides weekly housekeeping and a daily 4 course meal. Enjoy the landscaped grounds in a quiet, convenient setting close to shopping and transportation. An indoor cat welcome!

 

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May 1, 2017 - "The numbers we saw in April are a further indication that the market is gradually moving towards a more balanced state compared to the record setting pace of 2016." says 2017 Board President Ara Balabanian.

A total of 885 properties sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region this April, 31.2 per cent fewer than the 1,286 properties sold in April last year. The ten year average for sales in April is 772 properties.

"We are starting to see hints of a more traditional spring market. Local agricultural production has been delayed due to the late spring, and so has the local real estate market," adds President Balabanian, "More sellers listed their homes for sale over the month of April compared to the month previous."

There were 1,690 active listings for sale on the Victoria Real Estate Board Multiple Listing Service® at the end of April 2017, an increase of 8.6 per cent compared to the month of March, but 34.8 per cent fewer than the 2,594 active listings for sale at the end of April 2016.

"Inventory is still low, which means that buyers may encounter multiple offer situations in some of the high demand areas - there is still more demand than supply," adds President Balabanian.

The Multiple Listing Service® Home Price Index benchmark value for a single family home in the Victoria Core in April 2016 was $684,900. The benchmark value for the same home in April 2017 has increased by 17.6 per cent to $805,100.

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OPEN HOUSE Saturday April 29th 2-4pm 

175 Petworth Drive, Prospect Lake

Listed at $1, 275,000

MLS# 377061





175 Petworth Drive feels like a beautiful country estate and is just a 20 minute drive from Downtown Victoria! One enters the property on a graveled circle driveway around a grand curving arbutus. Roughly an acre of this 5 acre lot has been lovingly landscaped by the current owners with manicured lawns, gardens, blossoming trees, and an electric in-ground sprinkler system. Running the length of the property from the home, through brush-cleared woodlands, is a drivable road leading to a peaceful pond; an extraordinarily secluded retreat where nature provides the only sounds and sights!

            The 2600 square foot, 4 bed room home features thermal pane windows on all sides looking out onto the beautiful surrounding grounds. The large, bright, open living / dining /kitchen has cathedral ceilings, gleaming wood floors, in floor radiant heating, a gas fireplace and French doors leading to an entertainment size deck overlooking the beautiful grounds and woodlands and a side deck perfect for sipping coffee in the morning! Also on the main floor is the Master bedroom, main bathroom with soaker tub, cheater door to Master, second bedroom and bright laundry room.

            Walk up to the loft floor, overlooking the living-dining area, to a large family room with Vista views and a 3rd private bedroom tucked in the back with attic storage.

The finished lower floor has great in- law suite potential! There is a room plumbed and perfect for a kitchen /dining area, a large bedroom that can be divided to make both a living room and  bedroom, a laundry room plumbed and ready for appliances, laminate flooring, in floor radiant heating, separate private entrance and patio.

            The deep well on this property provides an unlimited supply of drinkable water – making possible year round grounds irrigation. The septic system boasts a 1200 gallon tank. The pump was replaced two years ago!

            Other notable features of this beautiful home include central vacuum new hot water tank, new dishwasher, new side-by-side washer-dryer, fresh paint throughout, 200 amp service, pot lights, and a large single garage with a separate cold storage room.


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36123 Galleon Way

Listed at $195,000

MLS#374875


Imagine yourself on a summer's day relaxing on your forested property, maybe doing a spot of fishing or swimming, hearing the birds, enjoying the tranquility in your own piece of paradise...... this could become reality!



Our gorgeous new listing on Pender Island comprises 0.33 of an acre of lakefront real estate. This building lot faces south west on pristine Buck Lake, which is the primary water reservoir for the local area, so the water is wonderfully clean and clear.


 

 

* It is located close to the beaches of Shingle Bay and spectauclar hiking trails.

 

* The land has municipal connections for sewer, water, hydro and cable at the lot line. 

 

* This is a rare opportunity to acquire this land as they do not come up for sale often.  



 

Let the dream begin!...

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962 Tayberry Terrace

Listed at $489,000

MLS#376055

 

OPEN HOUSE Sat 8th & Sun 9th 1-3pm


 

SAT & SUN 1-3PM! Come see this beautiful 'better than new' open concept family home. It was the original show-home - "Dogwood" plan, built in 2009. This home hosts a remarkable list of upgrades & features including: a welcoming cathedral entrance; bright living, dining, kitchen area w/ 9ft ceilings; stainless appliances; granite eating bar; glass backsplash; built in speakers; crown moulding; electric fireplace & premium laminate wood flooring. Upstairs boasts: Master suite w/walk in closet & full ensuite; 2 other generous bdrms, laundry rm & main bath. Private backyard with patio and irrigated gardens! This home has an energy efficiency rating of 80! Located in Langford's Happy Valley area & steps to G.G. Trail & Happy Valley School!

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