Quadra Village Condos for Sale
Condos are the largest part of the market around Quadra Village. The older stock is mostly low-rise buildings: late-1970s buildings on Pembroke Street, early-1980s buildings on Quadra Street and a cluster of 1990s buildings on Wark Street, Graham Street, Bay Street and Quadra. The newer stock is on Hillside Avenue, where recent buildings offer modern suites with in-suite laundry.
Most suites are one- and two-bedroom homes. Because older buildings and new ones sit a few blocks apart, the price of two suites with the same floor area can differ a lot. Compare by building age, condition and strata health first, then by suite.
Where the Condos Are
South of Kings Road, the blocks of Wark Street, Bay Street, Pembroke Street and Princess Avenue hold many of the older low-rises and a few townhomes, a short walk from the shops on Quadra. Along Quadra Street itself, on both sides of Hillside Avenue, buildings put residents right on the bus line and next to the village. East along Hillside Avenue, newer buildings face one of the City's planned frequent transit corridors, and Summit Park and Topaz Park are a few minutes north.
Victoria's plans call for a diverse range of multi-unit housing near Quadra Village, while most residential streets keep their ground-oriented character with compatible multi-unit forms. New condo supply is therefore most likely along Quadra Street, Hillside Avenue and the main corridors rather than on the quiet side streets.
Building Age and What to Check
| Building type | What you usually find | Questions to ask |
|---|
| Late 1970s and early 1980s | Simple low-rises, often with original plumbing, windows or roofs nearing replacement | What does the depreciation report say is due, and how big is the contingency reserve? |
| Late 1980s and 1990s | Buildings from the era when many coastal BC condos needed building-envelope repairs | Has the envelope been repaired or rainscreened, and was it paid for by a special levy? |
| Recent buildings on Hillside | Modern suites, often with in-suite laundry and secure parking | How much of the BC home warranty is left: 2 years on materials and labour, 5 on the envelope, 10 on the structure? |
Strata Rules That Matter Here
Since November 2022, strata bylaws in BC can no longer prohibit or cap long-term rentals, and the only age restriction a strata can keep is 55 and over. That makes most Quadra Village buildings open to investors and to buyers who may rent later. Short-term rentals in Victoria must be in the host's principal residence under the province's rules, and many stratas ban them outright. Pet bylaws are still allowed; see the Quadra Village pet-friendly condos and townhomes page for buildings that allow cats and dogs.
Living in a Quadra Village Condo
The appeal is convenience at a lower price than the downtown core. Groceries, cafés and services are on Quadra Street, downtown is about 1.5 kilometres south, and route 6 on Quadra and route 4 on Hillside connect the area to downtown and the University of Victoria. Summit Park's Garry oak woodland and Topaz Park's sports fields and leash-optional area are a short walk north, and the Quadra Village Community Centre on Kings Road runs programs for the neighbourhood.
The trade-off is traffic. Suites facing Quadra Street or Hillside Avenue hear buses and through traffic, while suites on Pembroke, Wark or the side streets are usually quieter. Ask about window and balcony orientation, parking, storage and bike rooms before you write an offer.
Choosing a Building Near the Village
Small details separate one Quadra Village condo from the next. Some older three- and four-storey buildings have no elevator, which matters for anyone planning to stay for many years. In many older buildings a shared boiler heats the whole building, so the strata fee covers heat and hot water and looks high next to a newer building where each suite pays its own electricity, so compare total monthly costs rather than the fee alone. Check whether parking is assigned or first-come, whether there is a storage locker, and whether the bike room is secure.
Renting Out a Quadra Village Condo
Rental demand around the village is steady, with tenants drawn by the short trip downtown and the bus routes toward the University of Victoria. Because strata bylaws can no longer ban long-term rentals, most buildings are open to investors, though owners still have to follow the building's other bylaws and register tenants as the strata requires. Landlords in BC work under the Residential Tenancy Act, and the province caps annual rent increases for existing tenants, so budget for the rent you can charge a tenant today rather than one you hope to reach later.
Who Buys Quadra Village Condos
First-time buyers make up a large share, often choosing an older one-bedroom over a smaller or pricier downtown suite. Investors are steady buyers because rental demand from students and downtown workers is strong. Downsizers tend to look at the newer buildings on Hillside Avenue, which offer elevators, secure parking and lower near-term maintenance.
New Condos Near the Village
With the City's plans favouring more multi-unit housing near the village, new condo buildings appear along the main corridors from time to time. New homes carry GST and come with the provincial home warranty, and some buyers qualify for GST rebates, so confirm the tax position with your lawyer or notary before signing a presale contract.
The City's direction for the area also points to more around those buildings over time: new public spaces in the village, a connected network of green spaces linked to the parks to the north, and mixed-income housing, open space and community amenities on the former Blanshard School site. For condo owners, that means the services and public space within walking distance are expected to grow along with the number of homes.
Condo Prices Near the Village
Older one-bedroom suites in 1970s and 1980s buildings are usually the most affordable entry into the area, two-bedroom suites in 1990s buildings sit in the middle, and new suites on Hillside Avenue sit at the top. The live statistics above and the Quadra Village market report show current asking prices and recent sales.
How Quadra Village Condos Compare
To widen the search, see Victoria condos for sale across the city. For other walkable villages, compare Cook Street Village condos in Fairfield and Oak Bay Village condos on Oak Bay Avenue. Saanich's separate Quadra neighbourhood, further north, has its own Quadra condos for sale page. For the general buying process, see the buyer's guide.
