255 Government St in Victoria: Vi James Bay Single Family Residence for sale : MLS®# 1041074
255 Government St
Victoria
V8Y 2A1
:
Vi James Bay
$2,100,000
Prop. Type: Residential
MLS® Num: 1041074
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Year Built: 1892
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.
General Info:
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1892
(Age: 134)
Close Price Lease Total:
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Existing Lease Expiry:
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Living Area:
2,830 sq. ft. 263 m2
Main Building Living Area:
2,830 sq. ft. 263 m2
Listing General Location:
Vi James Bay, Victoria
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3.0
(Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
6,000 sq. ft. 557 m2
Kitchens:
1
Home Style:
Character, Heritage
Taxes:
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Additional Info:
Building Features:
Basement, Transit Nearby
Construction:
Brick, Wood
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Crawl Space, Not Full Height
Foundation:
Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Levels:
2
Other Structures:
Gazebo, Storage Shed
Ceiling Heights:
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Floor finish:
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Total Building Area:
3,266 sq. ft. 303 m2
Total Unfinished Area:
436 sq. ft. 40.5 m2
Commercial Area:
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# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
3
# Main Level Bedrooms:
0
# Second Level Bedrooms:
3
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
2
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
0 sq. ft. 0 m2
Living Area Main Floor:
1,228 sq. ft. 114 m2
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft. 0 m2
Living Area 2nd Floor:
1,250 sq. ft. 116 m2
Living Area 3rd Floor:
352 sq. ft. 32.7 m2
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Details:
Gas, Living Room, Other
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Yes
Warranty:
No
More Info Available:
Pending Date:
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Appliances Included:
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)
Window Features:
Bay Window(s), Blinds, Skylight(s), Stained/Leaded Glass, Window Coverings
Exterior Features:
Balcony/Patio, Fencing: Full, Garden, Lighting, Low Maintenance Yard, Security System, Sprinkler System
Directions:
Corner of Government Street and Avalon Road
Entry Location:
Main Level
Rent Allowed:
Unrestricted
Legal Info:
Jurisdiction name:
City of Victoria
Legal Description:
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Accessibility:
Ground Level Main Floor
Other Details:
Units in Building:
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Units in Community:
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Number of 2 piece baths:
1
Number of 3 piece baths:
1
Number of 4 piece baths:
0
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
1
Other Equipment:
Security System
Property Condition:
Resale, Updated/Remodeled
Land Info:
Utilities:
Garbage, Natural Gas Connected, Recycling
Exposure / Faces:
West
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Upper Level(s)
Lot Site Features:
Central Location, Corner Lot, Easy Access, Irrigation Sprinkler(s), Landscaped, Level, Recreation Nearby, Rectangular Lot, Serviced, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalk
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage:
Yes
Parking Features:
Detached, Driveway, Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Road Surface Type:
Paved
Residential Revenue Info:
Total Units:
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Listing Info:
Date Listed:
Jun 25, 2026
Original Price:
2175000.0
Listed by Pemberton Holmes Ltd - Sidney
Data was last updated July 5, 2026 at 10:05 AM (UTC)