
284 Prospect Lake Rd
$1,589,000
West Saanich
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Discover the possibilities of country living on this 4.25-acre ALR property. Conveniently located just minutes from shopping, downtown and major roads, this acreage offers a rare combination of space, versatility and opportunity. Agricultural zoning and ALR designation provide excellent potential for horses, gardening and a variety of agricultural pursuits. The property includes a 3 stall barn and multiple outbuildings, a metal boat/RV shelter, portable office building, municipal water and a shallow well for garden watering. There is plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors, with deck and patio areas for relaxing and entertaining. The spacious 3-4 bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a functional floor plan with plenty of potential to update and personalize. The generous primary bedroom features a walk-in closet, while the living room provides a welcoming gathering space with a wood-burning fireplace. Additional features include newer kitchen appliances, heat pump, vinyl windows, metal roof, built-in vacuum and 17kw generator with auto start-up. The approximately 7'6'' partial basement adds valuable versatility with a large workshop and hobby room, providing excellent space for projects, storage or hobbies. Whether you're looking for room for horses, gardens, recreational vehicles, hobbies or simply the freedom and privacy of acreage living, this property offers an exciting opportunity to create your ideal Central Saanich lifestyle. (id:65179)
Property details
From the listing's public record.
Lot size
4.25 acres
Year built
1918
Taxes
$6,674/yr
Zoning
Agricultural
Heating
Cooling
Parking
Lot
Price history
1 recordEvery recorded listing event for this property — sales, relists, expired or withdrawn listings.
Aug 22, 2026
Listed $1,589,000
Active8 days on marketMLS 1047585
How this listing compares
Based on 248 sales in Saanich WestMedian sold
$1,073,000
Avg days on market
37 days
Avg sale-to-list
97.5%
Avg $/sqft
$470
Price per square foot
Above area average
Current market in Saanich West
Active (same type)
74
Pending
27
All active listings
145
Months of supply
3.6
Seller's market — 3.6 months of supply at the current sales pace.
Assessment
From publicly available property records.
Assessed value
$1,510,000
Homes in Saanich West sell at 159.7% of assessed value on average.
Based on 244 recent sales.
Local price trend
How West Saanich has moved over the last decade.
Local price index (normalized) · 119 months
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Loan amount
$1,589,000 − $317,800
Down payment
20.0%
Property Transfer Tax
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Cash to close
$349,080
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