Description
Presenting a truly grand residence at 1630 York Place. An architecturally significant character mansion in the heart of Oak Bay. Originally built in 1907 - designed by Francis Rattenbury with subsequent additions in 1924 by Samuel Maclure and 1930 by James and Savage. This impressive home features 7000+sqft of living space, 5 substantial bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 44'x20' great room and extensive patios and outdoor space at this prestigious location. The layout is spacious with several rooms for entertaining including games room, family room, butlers pantry, conservatory, study, sun room, two bedroom guest wing and upper level nanny suite. A true family estate. Located in a gated community of eight homes at the end of York Place, just off Oak Bay Ave. A short walk to the ocean, shops, restaurants and elite schools. The property itself is 25,653sqft (.59 acres) situated in a park-like setting with masterfully planned landscaping. Own a piece of Oak Bay history. Proudly offering $3,499,000.
Property Details
| Property Type | Residential |
| Property Sub Type | Single Family Detached |
| Listing ID | 1029998 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Oak Bay |
| Area | Oak Bay |
| Sub-Area | OB North Oak Bay |
| Postal Code | V8R 5X2 |
| Property Taxes | $19,889.04 (2025) |
| Strata/Maintenance Fee | $692.00 / Monthly |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Parking Total | 5 |
| Zoning | R-3 |
| Facing | South |
| Water | Municipal |
| Sewer | Sewer Connected |
| Heating | Electric,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Propane,Radiant Floor |
| Cooling | Air Conditioning |
| Fireplaces | 5 |
| Fireplace Type | Family Room,Insert,Living Room,Primary Bedroom,Propane,Wood Burning |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Jetted Tub,Microwave,Oven Built-In,Oven/Range Electric,Oven/Range Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Interior Features | Breakfast Nook,Cathedral Entry,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet Organizer,Controlled Entry,Dining Room,Eating Area,French Doors,Jetted Tub,Soaker Tub,Storage,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Winding Staircase,Wine Storage,Workshop |
| Exterior Features | Balcony/Deck,Balcony/Patio,Fenced,Fencing: Partial,Garden,Lighting,Sprinkler System |
| Construction | Frame Wood,Insulation: Ceiling,Stone,Stucco |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Foundation | Poured Concrete,Stone |
| Basement | Crawl Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access |
| Laundry | In House |
| Listed Date | Mar 25, 2026 |
| Ownership | Strata |
| Lot Size | 0.59 acres |
Rooms
| Room | Level | Dimensions | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balcony | Main level | 24\' x 7\' | |
| Bathroom | Main level | 2-Piece | |
| Bathroom | Main level | 2-Piece | |
| Conservatory | Main level | 13\' x 12\' | |
| Dining room | Main level | 27\' x 14\' | |
| Entrance | Main level | 6\' x 6\' | |
| Family room | Main level | 20\' x 9\' | |
| Games room | Main level | 21\' x 17\' | |
| Kitchen | Main level | 16\' x 12\' | |
| Living room | Main level | 44\' x 20\' | |
| Office | Main level | 16\' x 15\' | |
| Patio | Main level | 16\' x 12\' | |
| Patio | Main level | 20\' x 15\' | |
| Patio | Main level | 41\' x 15\' | |
| Sunroom | Main level | 23\' x 11\' |
Building Details
Additional Information
| Features | Central location, Cul-de-sac, Park setting, Private setting, Southern exposure, Irregular lot size, Other, Marine Oriented, Gated community |
| Community | Pets Allowed, Family Oriented |
| View | Mountain view, Ocean view |
| Land Size | 0.59 ac |
| Building Type | House |
| Interior Size | 7082 sqft |
| Transaction | For sale |