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What about Homes, Townhouses, or Condos for Sale in James Bay
James Bay a close to the downtown core little Peninsula surrounded by water was like so many areas in Victoria formerly used by the Indians and then by the white settlers as farm land before being further developed; it was so named after the Hudson Bay Company factor James Douglas who is considered by many to be the founder of Victoria. Douglas brought in cattle, horses and seed, and the Company's cows browsed where now the Law Courts stand. The Indians thought the cattle a conveniently docile species of deer until public whippings restrained their hunting ardour.
By the late 1800's James Bay had already become very popular as a residential area. There were 26 homes on Menzies Street between Bellevue and Dallas Road, most of them with large grounds. Usually there were only two houses to a block. Among residents were John A. Kerr, Wm. McDowell, Captain J. J. Irving, H. A. Rudge, Frederick Elworthy, Thomas Trounce who was responsible for Trounce Alley, Timothy Tobin, Captain D. Urquhart and Theodore Davie whose first wife was Blanche Baker of Saanich; she was only 14 when he married her. In 1970, Premier Robson's house, built in 1885 at the northwest corner of Michigan and Government Streets and next to it the house of his son-in-law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hunter, were being used as government offices. Robson, a compulsive talker, was the powerful boss "axeman" of politics in his time.
An 800-foot long James Bay bridge (on the site of the present Causeway) was built in 1859. Maintenance seems to have been substandard: a piledriver and four men fell through the rotten planking nine years later. Before the bridge was built, passage from Government Street to the three or four houses in James Bay meant walking (in winter wading), or riding the trail skirting the mud flats where the Church of Our Lord now stands on Humboldt Street. For many years tides came right up to the Church. The old bridge from Johnson Street to the Indian Reserve was removed in 1860 thus enabling the waterfront mooring area to be extended. Many wharves went in. The first Parliament Buildings were put up in this period. They have remained an economic mainstay of Victoria ever since.
Today, James Bay is one of the most coveted residential areas of Victoria due mainly to it's close proximity to the downtown core, Beacon Hill Park, the Dallas waterfront, amenities like Fisherman's Wharf that is also a major tourist draw, and the many conveniences and attractions this area has to offer. Housing in James bay tends to be of an older character type on smaller lots but of a lower quality and maintenance standard than what you might find in Oak Bay or even Fairfield mixed with low rise and high rise multi family rental and condominium buildings. The demographics consist of a more liberal and somewhat eclectic mix of provincial government employees, retirees, artists, and professional.
Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for Sale on MLS® in James Bay of Victoria
Perfectly located on Dallas Road, this south-facing duplex offers an incredible investment opportunity with residual development potential. With two turnkey existing unit...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 944376 MLS
Courtesy of RE/MAX Camosun
This is the home you've been waiting for! Set half a block back from famous Dallas Rd, & the breakwater, this home offers the best of all worlds. The moment you pull in t...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 944920 MLS
Courtesy of Royal LePage Coast Capital - Oak Bay
Step inside this distinctive custom designed 2-storey Float Home that embraces the coastal lifestyle of BC. Whimsically crafted boasting a unique combination of both fun...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 943693 MLS
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate
Welcome to the Roberts House Condominiums in beautiful James Bay where you’ll find this lovely west-facing one-bedroom condo that overlooks beautiful lush green space & h...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 944610 MLS
- Roberts House Bldg.
Courtesy of RE/MAX Camosun
Welcome to this 2-bed plus den condo, offering a coastal urban lifestyle with glimpses of the ocean & mountains. With over 1200sqft of living space, this customized condo...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 944653 MLS
- Shoal Point Bldg.
Courtesy of Island Realm Real Estate
Welcome to 75 Pilot street, a favourite in the highly sought after neighbourhood of James Bay! This home is a 2019 build, has high end finishings throughout and includes ...
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 944176 MLS
Courtesy of The Agency
Welcome to 223 Government Street. A rare large lot located on a quiet tree-lined street in the highly desirable neighbourhood of James Bay. The rectangular lot zoned R-2(...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 944629 MLS
Courtesy of Sutton Group West Coast Realty
James Bay full purpose built duplex (both sides) steps to Parliament, the Inner Harbour, scenic marine Dallas Road and downtown. 2 bedrooms on one level on each side, upd...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 944641 MLS
Courtesy of RE/MAX Island Properties
Discover your dream home in the heart of the vibrant James Bay neighborhood! This captivating 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhouse boasts an array of amenities, including triple-p...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 942525 MLS
Courtesy of Pemberton Holmes - Westshore
OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN Sept30/Oct1 11-12:30 Welcome to unit 426 at coveted Shoal Point. Conveniently located just steps to Fisherman's wharf and a short walk to the Victori...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 943619 MLS
- Shoal Point Bldg.
Courtesy of RE/MAX Camosun
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