453 Monterey Ave

About this home

OPEN HOUSE - Sat. October 31 - 2-4pm - South Oak Bay stunner, just steps from the ocean! Modern design meets bright, open-concept living in this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, where every detail has been meticulously crafted. The main level features a gourmet kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances, including a Wolf gas range, flowing into a sun-filled living area with hardwood floors and a gas fireplace. The dining area opens through French doors onto an expansive deck, perfect for entertaining or al fresco dining. Two bedrooms are on this level, including the tranquil primary suite with spectacular ocean views, a backdrop of mature trees, a modern 4-piece ensuite and a bonus 14' x 10' walk-in closet/dressing room. The versatile lower level adds two more bedrooms, a dedicated laundry room, a cozy family room with radiant heated floors and French doors to a private patio. There is also plenty of storage and a single-car garage. An ideal layout for families, multi-generational living or professionals working from home. Set on a manicured, private lot with a large landscaped backyard, this exceptional residence is just steps to Oak Bay Village, boutique shops, cafés, top-rated public and private schools, parks and the waterfront. A true South Oak Bay gem! (id:65179)

Property details

From the listing's public record.

Every recorded listing event for this property — sales, relists, expired or withdrawn listings.

1. Oct 21, 2026

   Listed $2,199,900

   Active8 days on marketMLS 1052495

2. Nov 1, 2023

   $1,985,000

   Sold21 days on marketMLS 941005

3. Aug 23, 2007

   $849,900

   Sold4 days on marketMLS 430037

4. Aug 30, 2005

   $580,000

   Sold124 days on marketMLS 363003

Current market in South Oak Bay

Balanced market — 4.6 months of supply at the current sales pace.

Assessment

From publicly available property records.

Local price trend

How South Oak Bay has moved over the last decade.

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  $2,075,000

  4 bd · 4 ba · 5,706 sqft · $364/sqft · 92 days on market

  Sold Oct 26, 2026 · 90.2% of list

• 1391 Victoria Ave

  $2,080,000

  4 bd · 3 ba · 3,064 sqft · $679/sqft · 22 days on market

  Sold Oct 22, 2026 · 99% of list

• 535 Island Rd

  $2,480,000

  4 bd · 3 ba · 3,239 sqft · $766/sqft · 30 days on market

  Sold Oct 16, 2026 · 95.4% of list

• 2353 Windsor Rd

  $1,750,000

  4 bd · 3 ba · 3,454 sqft · $507/sqft · 14 days on market

  Sold Oct 15, 2026 · 100% of list

• 2090 Mcneill Ave

  $1,775,000

  5 bd · 3 ba · 2,920 sqft · $608/sqft · 126 days on market

  Sold Oct 15, 2026 · 98.6% of list

• 2409 Currie Rd

  $1,275,000

  2 bd · 1 ba · 1,363 sqft · $935/sqft · 187 days on market

  Sold Oct 15, 2026 · 87.9% of list

• 916 Monterey Ave

  $1,740,000

  4 bd · 2 ba · 2,899 sqft · $600/sqft · 43 days on market

  Sold Oct 1, 2026 · 96.7% of list

• 2112 Pentland Rd

  $1,433,000

  5 bd · 3 ba · 2,385 sqft · $601/sqft · 33 days on market

  Sold Sep 29, 2026 · 95.7% of list

• 2425 Oak Bay Ave

  $2,488,000

  4 bd · 4 ba · 3,033 sqft · $820/sqft · 8 days on market

  Sold Sep 24, 2026 · 100% of list

• 1074 Oliver St

  $2,325,000

  6 bd · 4 ba · 4,289 sqft · $542/sqft · 19 days on market

  Sold Sep 24, 2026 · 96.9% of list

• 2631 Margate Ave

  $2,600,000

  4 bd · 4 ba · 3,096 sqft · $840/sqft · 52 days on market

  Sold Sep 24, 2026 · 93% of list

• 901 Victoria Ave

  $1,020,000

  5 bd · 1 ba · 2,435 sqft · $419/sqft · 53 days on market

  Sold Sep 22, 2026 · 95% of list

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