2600 Ferguson Rd Unit ##4164, Central Saanich
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Central Saanich has two very different shorelines. On the west, the calm, sheltered waters of Saanich Inlet wrap around Brentwood Bay and Tod Inlet, with afternoon sun and sunsets over the Malahat. On the east, the shoreline along Island View, Saanichton Bay and Lochside Drive faces open water across Cordova Channel, with morning light and views toward James Island, the San Juan Islands and, on clear days, Mt. Baker.
Waterfront inventory in Central Saanich is small and unusually varied. At any given time it can include 55+ waterfront condos, marina-oriented townhomes in Brentwood Bay, low-bank beachfront homes on the east shore, Saanich Inlet estates with private docks, and multi-acre rural oceanfront properties. Because a single listing can be a strata unit or an estate priced in the millions, it pays to compare each property with others of the same type and shoreline.
Waterfront value here is rarely about square footage alone. Shoreline type, bank height, exposure, moorage potential, privacy, land and servicing often matter as much as the home itself, and two properties described as “oceanfront” can offer a very different day-to-day experience.
Looking beyond waterfront homes? View all Central Saanich real estate listings, or compare properties with water outlooks on the Central Saanich view homes page.

Browse current Central Saanich waterfront homes for sale below, including Saanich Inlet oceanfront estates, Brentwood Bay marina townhomes, low-bank homes on the east shore, 55+ waterfront condos, Willis Point properties and rural oceanfront acreage.
The Saanich Inlet side of Central Saanich is known for sheltered water, deep-water moorage potential and west-facing evening light. Brentwood Bay is the village centre of this shoreline, with marinas, waterfront restaurants, kayak rentals and the Brentwood Bay–Mill Bay ferry. Tod Inlet, home to the Butchart Gardens, reaches in from the south.
North of the village, the inlet shoreline along West Saanich Road includes some of the Peninsula’s most private waterfront estates, often on larger parcels among Garry oak and arbutus. Many of these properties sit above the water, so the path to the shoreline, whether stairs, a pathway or a tram, and the condition of any dock or boathouse deserve close attention.
Willis Point faces north onto Saanich Inlet and is surrounded by Gowlland Tod Provincial Park, west of Brentwood Bay. It is grouped with Central Saanich on MLS®, but it is actually an unincorporated community in the Capital Regional District’s Juan de Fuca Electoral Area. Buyers should confirm zoning, building rules and servicing with the CRD rather than the municipality. Waterfront homes here tend to be wooded and private, often with deep-water moorage and a quiet, remote feel only a short drive from Brentwood Bay.
The east side of Central Saanich faces open water and the islands of the Salish Sea. Parts of the Lochside Drive shoreline offer low-bank waterfront with direct beach access, while Island View Beach Regional Park, the Lochside Regional Trail and Cordova Spit give the area a relaxed, outdoor character. Tsawout First Nation lands front parts of the shoreline around Saanichton Bay and Island View.
East-shore properties generally trade sheltered water for sunrise views, broad outlooks and easier beach access. They can also be more exposed to wind and winter storms, and the beaches are shallower in places, so private docks are less common here than on Saanich Inlet.
Central Saanich is one of the few places in Greater Victoria where oceanfront can come with real acreage. Rural waterfront parcels, including properties in the Hunt Valley and Martindale area and along parts of West Saanich Road, may combine ocean views with pasture, gardens, equestrian facilities or farmland. On these properties, land use rules matter as much as the shoreline. Agricultural Land Reserve status, farm tax classification, additional-dwelling rules, septic and well capacity should all be confirmed before comparing values.
Waterfront living in Central Saanich is not limited to detached homes. Water’s Edge Village on Ferguson Road is an established 55+ waterfront condo and townhome community with ocean and beach views, and Port Royale in Brentwood Bay is a marina-oriented waterfront townhome community on Saanich Inlet. Strata waterfront can offer the setting at a fraction of the cost of a detached oceanfront home.
For strata waterfront, review age restrictions, strata fees, the depreciation report and contingency reserve, and any shared shoreline, seawall or dock maintenance obligations. Where moorage is advertised, confirm whether slips are assigned, leased, limited common property or simply available through a nearby marina.
Low-bank waterfront offers the easiest access to the beach for walking, swimming and launching kayaks or paddleboards. It can also be more exposed to storm surge and flooding, and new construction may need to meet flood construction levels that account for sea-level rise.
High-bank waterfront usually trades easy access for elevation, privacy and wider views. Bank stability, erosion, drainage, vegetation and the condition of stairs or access structures become central questions, and a geotechnical review may be worthwhile before purchase.
These terms are often used loosely in marketing. True waterfront means the property itself meets the shoreline. A water-view home may be across a road or higher up the slope, and water access may mean a shared path or public beach nearby. Each carries a very different value, so confirm which one you are buying before comparing prices.
Saanich Inlet’s sheltered water makes it one of the better places on the Peninsula for private docks and boathouses. Docks and other structures over the foreshore generally require provincial Crown land authorization and may involve other approvals, so buyers should confirm that any existing dock, float or boathouse is properly authorized and in good repair. For properties without private moorage, Brentwood Bay’s marinas offer nearby slips, subject to availability.
Before buying waterfront in Central Saanich, review the survey and natural boundary, setbacks, development permit area requirements, zoning, and whether the home is on municipal sewer or septic and municipal water or a well. Insurance availability for flood and storm damage, shoreline protection such as seawalls or riprap, and the permitting history of any past shoreline work should also be checked.
Coastal land on the Saanich Peninsula also has a high likelihood of archaeological sites. Renovations, additions or landscaping that disturb the ground near the shoreline may require an archaeological assessment under the provincial Heritage Conservation Act, which can affect both timelines and costs.
Compared with the rest of the Peninsula, Central Saanich waterfront is smaller in volume and more varied, with sheltered inlet estates, open east-shore beachfront and rural acreage all within a few minutes of each other. North Saanich waterfront homes offer a larger selection, including Deep Cove, Ardmore and marina areas near Tsehum Harbour, while Sidney waterfront homes lean toward walkable seaside living and strata options. You can also compare all Saanich Peninsula waterfront homes in one search.
Use this page to browse current Central Saanich waterfront listings, from 55+ waterfront condos and marina townhomes to low-bank homes, Saanich Inlet estates and oceanfront acreage. Because waterfront inventory here is limited and every shoreline is different, new listings are worth reviewing quickly and comparing carefully with others of the same type.
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