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314 Bessborough Ave

$2,850,000

View Royal

Detached5 bd · 4 ba · 4,305 sqftBuilt 1983$662/sqft12 days on market

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Experience luxury waterfront living with glorious southern exposure and breathtaking 180-degree southern views of the ocean and Olympic Mountains. This architecturally designed 4,300 sq.ft. residence is privately nestled on a .54-acre lot with a valuable deep moorage foreshore lease in a protected cove, just minutes from downtown. Spanning three levels, the home offers dramatic entertaining spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows capturing the spectacular scenery throughout. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, including a spacious primary retreat with a spa-inspired ensuite, this home is designed for comfort and elegance. Relax on the private patio beside a tranquil waterfall and pond. Additional highlights include a nanny/in-law suite, elevator, air conditioning, heat pump, and oversized double garage with workshop. (id:65179)

Property details

From the listing's public record.

Lot size

0.54 acres

Year built

1983

Taxes

$11,069/yr

Zoning

Residential

View

Ocean view

Waterfront

Waterfront on ocean

Appliances

WasherRefrigeratorDishwasherRangeDryerMicrowaveOven - Built-In

Heating

Heat PumpBaseboard heatersElectric

Lot

Cul-de-sacCurb & gutterPrivate settingWooded areaRockySlopingPieMoorage

Style

Westcoast

Price history

4 records

Every recorded listing event for this property — sales, relists, expired or withdrawn listings.

Jul 8, 2026
Listed $2,850,000
Active12 days on marketMLS 1042729
Jun 10, 2026
Listed $2,999,000
Ddf_delisted28 days on marketMLS 1039815
Jun 30, 2005
$1,190,000
Sold99 days on marketMLS 355468
Apr 30, 2003
$615,000
Sold267 days on marketMLS 288714

How this listing compares

Based on 33 sales in View Royal

Median sold

$1,130,000

Avg days on market

40 days

Avg sale-to-list

98.9%

Avg $/sqft

$450

Price per square foot

This home: $662/sqft·Area average: $450/sqft

Above area average

Current market in View Royal

Active (same type)

Pending

All active listings

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

$2,800,000

Homes in View Royal sell at 101.7% of assessed value on average.

Based on 67 recent sales.

Local price trend

How View Royal has moved over the last decade.

Local price index (normalized) · 89 months

Recent nearby sales

12 sales

180 Island Hwy
$950,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,606 sqft · $592/sqft · 24 days on market
Sold Jul 15, 2026 · 97.4% of list
49 Caton Pl
$1,150,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,772 sqft · $649/sqft · 7 days on market
Sold Jul 6, 2026 · 121.1% of list
227 Suzanne Pl
$863,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,056 sqft · $420/sqft · 23 days on market
Sold Jul 6, 2026 · 99.7% of list
269 Glenairlie Dr
$1,175,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,505 sqft · $469/sqft · 45 days on market
Sold Jul 3, 2026 · 95.1% of list
6 Werra Landing
$1,800,000
4 bd · 4 ba · 4,677 sqft · $385/sqft · 83 days on market
Sold Jun 18, 2026 · 90% of list
215 Suzanne Pl
$950,000
5 bd · 2 ba · 2,391 sqft · $397/sqft · 46 days on market
Sold Jun 15, 2026 · 95.1% of list
247 Glenairlie Dr
$760,000
3 bd · 1 ba · 2,108 sqft · $361/sqft · 36 days on market
Sold Jun 12, 2026 · 108.6% of list
77 View Royal Ave
$1,787,777
4 bd · 4 ba · 4,504 sqft · $397/sqft · 13 days on market
Sold Jun 2, 2026 · 100.7% of list
567 Prince Robert Dr
$1,455,000
4 bd · 4 ba · 4,471 sqft · $325/sqft · 19 days on market
Sold Jun 1, 2026 · 97% of list
260 Plowright Rd
$1,136,000
9 bd · 6 ba · 3,383 sqft · $336/sqft · 85 days on market
Sold May 28, 2026 · 110.3% of list
156 St. Giles St
$868,000
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,328 sqft · $654/sqft · 18 days on market
Sold May 13, 2026 · 96.5% of list
17 Jedstone Pl
$1,429,500
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,014 sqft · $474/sqft · 74 days on market
Sold Apr 23, 2026 · 96.9% of list

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Newly built / new constructionAdds 5% GST. Eligible for the Newly Built PTT exemption (≤ $1.1M full, partial to $1.15M).First-time home buyerEligible for the First-Time PTT exemption (≤ $835K full, partial to $860K). Only one exemption can apply per purchase.

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Loan amount

$2,850,000 − $570,000

$2,280,000

Down payment

20.0%

$570,000

Property Transfer Tax

$63,500

Legal / closing (est.)

$1,500

Cash to close

$635,000

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