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255 Government St, Victoria

Victoria, BC V8Y 2A1
MLS® 1041074
3
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,830
Sq Ft
1892
Year Built
13
Days on Market

Description

Welcome to Arcadia – a heritage-designated Victorian Queen Anne residence built by craftsman-owner Frederick Sherborne in 1892. This timeless home blends historic character with refined modern luxury. Meticulously maintained, extensively restored, and seismically upgraded with 200 AMP service & forced air gas heat. Fully fenced & gated, designer landscaped sanctuary with flagstone dual driveway for parking. Charming detached studio/workshop. Grand living & dining rooms feature bay windows, 11-ft ceilings, period-inspired lighting & 2 gas fireplaces. Chef’s kitchen with oversized island, 2 stoves, dual dishwasher & marble counters—perfect for entertaining while blending old-world charm with modern convenience. French doors lead to wraparound porches & patios. Upstairs offers a spacious primary with vaulted ceiling, luxurious ensuite, plus 2 bedrooms & bath. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Victoria’s history in the heart of James Bay with Walk Score 99—this is a Walker’s Paradise.

Property Details

Property Type Residential
Property Sub Type Single Family Detached
Listing ID 1041074
Status Active
City Victoria
Area Victoria
Sub-Area Vi James Bay
Postal Code V8Y 2A1
Property Taxes $9,345.00 (2026)
Garage Spaces 1
Parking Total 4
Facing West
Water Municipal
Sewer Sewer Connected
Heating Baseboard,Electric,Forced Air,Natural Gas
Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Type Gas,Living Room,Other
Appliances Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Oven/Range Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer
Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s),Dining/Living Combo,French Doors,Soaker Tub,Storage,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Exterior Features Balcony/Patio,Fencing: Full,Garden,Lighting,Low Maintenance Yard,Security System,Sprinkler System
Construction Brick,Wood
Roof Asphalt Shingle
Foundation Brick,Poured Concrete
Basement Crawl Space,Not Full Height
Laundry In House
Listed Date Jun 25, 2026
Ownership Freehold
Lot Size 0.14 acres

Rooms

Room Level Dimensions Description
Bathroom Main level 10\' x 8\'
Bonus Room Main level 9 ft x 5 ft
Dining room Main level 16\' x 15\'
Entrance Main level 19\' x 8\'
Entrance Main level 8\' x 3\'
Kitchen Main level 21\' x 15\'
Living room Main level 18 ft x Measurements not available

Building Details

Additional Information

Features Central location, Level lot, Corner Site, Other, Rectangular
View City view
Land Size 6000 sqft
Land Access Road access
Building Type House
Interior Size 2830 sqft
Transaction For sale

Location