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8543 Lochside Dr

$2,675,000

Bazan Bay

Detached3 bd · 3 ba · 2,279 sqftBuilt 1993$1,174/sqft10 days on market

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An exceptional opportunity to own an ultra-private low-bank waterfront retreat on prestigious Lochside Drive. Bordering a no-through road, this beautifully maintained property enjoys an uncommon level of privacy while offering panoramic views across Haro Strait to the Gulf Islands and spectacular sunrises. Thoughtfully designed for effortless main level living, the home features a spacious primary suite on the main and a walk-out lower level for family or guests. A detached waterfront studio/boathouse offers incredible flexibility as a home office, artist's studio or private retreat. Beautifully landscaped gardens lead to the shoreline, where excellent beach access invites kayaking, paddleboarding and endless seaside enjoyment. Complete with a detached double garage, heat pump with A/C, and just minutes from the shops, restaurants and marina in Sidney, this is a rare opportunity to experience West Coast waterfront living at its finest (id:65179)

Property details

From the listing's public record.

Lot size

16,430 square feet

Year built

1993

Taxes

$7,420/yr

Zoning

Residential

View

City viewMountain viewOcean view

Waterfront

Waterfront on ocean

Appliances

WasherRefrigeratorRange - ElectricDishwasherDryer

Heating

Heat PumpForced airElectricPropane

Cooling

Air Conditioned

Lot

Level lotPrivate settingRectangular

Price history

5 records

Every recorded listing event for this property — sales, relists, expired or withdrawn listings.

  1. Jul 10, 2026

    Listed $2,675,000

    Active10 days on marketMLS 1042771
  2. Aug 14, 2015

    $985,000

    Sold71 days on marketMLS 698642
  3. Apr 17, 2014

    Listed $1,050,000

    Expired131 days on marketMLS 668466
  4. Jun 19, 2013

    Listed $988,000

    Expired134 days on marketMLS 644330
  5. Aug 31, 2007

    $1,124,000

    Sold15 days on marketMLS 432246

How this listing compares

Based on 11 sales in Bazan Bay

Median sold

$1,340,000

Avg days on market

41 days

Avg sale-to-list

96.8%

Avg $/sqft

$501

Price per square foot

This home: $1,174/sqftArea average: $501/sqft

Above area average

Current market in Bazan Bay

Active (same type)

13

Pending

3

All active listings

14

Months of supply

14.2

Buyer's market14.2 months of supply at the current sales pace.

Assessment

From publicly available property records.

Assessed value

$2,301,000

Homes in North Saanich sell at 110.4% of assessed value on average.

Based on 163 recent sales.

Local price trend

How Bazan Bay has moved over the last decade.

456688Aug 2016Jul 2021Jun 2026

Local price index (normalized) · 116 months

Recent nearby sales

12 sales
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    $2,300,000

    3 bd · 2 ba · 2,681 sqft · $858/sqft · 10 days on market

    Sold Jul 17, 2026 · 93.9% of list

  • 845 Downey Rd

    $3,600,000

    7 bd · 10 ba · 29,179 sqft · $123/sqft · 54 days on market

    Sold Jul 17, 2026 · 96% of list

  • 11391 West Saanich Rd

    $1,615,000

    4 bd · 4 ba · 3,780 sqft · $427/sqft · 15 days on market

    Sold Jul 17, 2026 · 95.9% of list

  • 9236 Pinetree Rd

    $1,365,000

    7 bd · 5 ba · 5,194 sqft · $263/sqft · 15 days on market

    Sold Jul 17, 2026 · 101.5% of list

  • 10978 Cedar Lane

    $1,326,000

    3 bd · 2 ba · 3,498 sqft · $379/sqft · 14 days on market

    Sold Jul 16, 2026 · 102% of list

  • 10965 Madrona Dr

    $1,480,000

    3 bd · 3 ba · 2,103 sqft · $704/sqft · 39 days on market

    Sold Jul 15, 2026 · 99% of list

  • 1940 Brackman Way

    $1,050,000

    4 bd · 3 ba · 2,310 sqft · $455/sqft · 47 days on market

    Sold Jul 13, 2026 · 95.5% of list

  • 11379 West Saanich Rd

    $1,475,000

    3 bd · 2 ba · 2,784 sqft · $530/sqft · 186 days on market

    Sold Jul 10, 2026 · 95.2% of list

  • 10851 Deep Cove Rd

    $1,190,000

    3 bd · 2 ba · 1,806 sqft · $659/sqft · 22 days on market

    Sold Jul 10, 2026 · 95.3% of list

  • 1126 Highview Pl

    $2,400,000

    4 bd · 4 ba · 5,426 sqft · $442/sqft · 4 days on market

    Sold Jul 8, 2026 · 87.3% of list

  • 560 Salmon Rd

    $1,880,000

    6 bd · 5 ba · 6,540 sqft · $287/sqft · 28 days on market

    Sold Jul 7, 2026 · 99% of list

  • 10720 Derrick Rd

    $1,450,000

    5 bd · 3 ba · 4,685 sqft · $309/sqft · 33 days on market

    Sold Jul 6, 2026 · 90.9% of list

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Loan amount

$2,675,000 − $535,000

$2,140,000

Down payment

20.0%

$535,000

Property Transfer Tax

$58,250

Legal / closing (est.)

$1,500

Cash to close

$594,750

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