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2751 Shoreline Dr
VR Glentana View Royal V9B 1M7

$3,500,000
Residential beds: 3 baths: 4.0 3,149 sq. ft. built: 2010

Welcome to 2751 Shoreline Drive!
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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
1004114
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
4
Year Built:
2010
Welcome to 2751 Shoreline Drive, a RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a private, custom built waterfront retreat just minutes from downtown Victoria. Perfectly positioned on a large professionally landscaped lot backing onto the Portage Inlet, this thoughtfully designed 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom home offers a seamless blend of MODERN WEST COAST LUXURY & LIFESTYLE. The spacious interior features a flexible floorplan w/ potential for a 2 bedroom suite, ideal for multi-generational living or mortgage helper. Crafted with an engineers creativity & precision, the home boasts standout features such as a radiant heated kitchen island, primary bedroom wall & wood floors throughout the home, clever storage ideas & 8 unique fireplaces! 3+ car garage is ideal for any hobbyists or car enthusiasts! Enjoy year round outdoor living w/ a spacious covered patio w/skylight, hot tub & fully equipped outdoor kitchen & bar. A special offering for those who appreciate PRIVACY, SMART DESIGN & EXCEPTIONAL WATERFRONT LIVING
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
2010 (Age: 15)
Close Price Lease Total:
Existing Lease Expiry:
Living Area:
3,149 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
VR Glentana, View Royal
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
4.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
16,552 sq. ft.
Kitchens:
2
Taxes:
Building Features:
Transit Nearby
Construction:
Brick, Stucco
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Crawl Space, Full
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ceiling Heights:
Floor finish:
Hardwood, Tile
Total Building Area:
7,608 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
4,459 sq. ft.
Commercial Area:
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
3
# Main Level Bedrooms:
1
# Second Level Bedrooms:
2
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
3
# Second Level Bathrooms:
1
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
1
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
2,067 sq. ft.
Living Area Main Floor:
1,835 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
1,314 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
6
Fireplace Details:
Electric, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove, Other
Laundry Features:
In House, In Unit
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Radiant Floor, Wood
Fireplace:
Yes
Pending Date:
Built-In Range, Dishwasher, F/S/W/D, Hot Tub, Oven/Range Gas
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet Organizer, Dining/Living Combo, French Doors, Storage, Wine Storage, Workshop
Skylight(s), Window Coverings
Balcony/Deck, Balcony/Patio, Fenced, Fencing: Full, Garden, Lighting, Sprinkler System
Ocean
Ocean Front
Main Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Lower Level
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
2nd Floor
Financing Notes:
Assessed:
Assessment year:
Approximate Inventory Value:
Fixed Equipment Approx. Value:
Goodwill Approx. Value:
Gross Income:
Net Operating Income:
Association Fee:
Association Fee Frequency:
Jurisdiction name:
Town of View Royal (SD61)
Legal Description:
Units in Building:
Units in Community:
Number of 2 piece baths:
1
Number of 3 piece baths:
1
Number of 4 piece baths:
1
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
1
Property Condition:
Resale
Exposure / Faces:
Southwest
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
Lot Site Features:
Central Location, Foreshore Rights, Irrigation Sprinkler(s), Landscaped, Level, No Through Road, Park Setting, Private, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Rectangular Lot, Shopping Nearby, Sloped, Walk on Waterfront
Attached Garage:
Yes
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
4
Garage:
Yes
Parking Features:
Additional Parking, Attached, Driveway, Garage Quad+, RV Access/Parking
Total Parking Spaces:
8
Road Surface Type:
Paved
Total Units:
Date Listed:
Jun 20, 2025
Original Price:
3500000.0
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    Open concept living-dining-kitchen looking out over Portage Inlet
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    Open Concept
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    Main floor
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    Powder room
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    Large heated island
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    Kitchen with heated eat in island
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    Gas stove
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    Large kitchen
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    Open concept kitchen leading out to the backyard through french doors
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    Large Primary on main floor with french doors leading to backyard
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    Primary bedroom with
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    Primary bedroom with french doors
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    Walk in closet & ensuite
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    Upstairs living room
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    Upstairs living room
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    Upstairs dining area
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    Upstairs dining area
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    Upstairs dining area
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    Upstairs kitchen
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    Upstairs bedroom 1
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    Upstairs bathroom
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    Upstairs bedroom 1
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    Private deck on end floor
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    2 car garage w/ additional garage on side
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    Bathroom in Garage
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    Moving bookshelves to cover crawl space entry and hidden gun room
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    Crawl space with radiant heating throughout
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    Laundry room on main floor
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    Covered outside patio with skylight
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    Looking out to Portage Inlet
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    Large entertaining area
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    Large entertaining area
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    Foreshore lease
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    Storage under dock ramp
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    Back yard of home, private & fenced
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Listed by Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate
Data was last updated June 23, 2025 at 08:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
27
Avg list price:
$565,000
Min list price:
$160,000
Max list price:
$3,500,000
Avg days on market:
40
Min days on market:
3
Max days on market:
374
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$408.75
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in VR Glentana. Average values are derived using median calculations.
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