2561 Forbes St, Victoria
Fernwood · Single Family Residence · MLS® 1010527 · Listed Aug 7, 2025
Prime Fernwood/Oaklands border! 5500 sqft level lot located on a quiet street just steps from Haultain village and easy access to schools, shops and transit (walk score of 85!). The property is nestled amongst mature trees, providing a tranquil setting. Flexible R1-B zoning in a popular location ripe to take advantage of the provincial SSMUH or 'Missing Middle' housing opportunities. Although priced for land value, there is a character home with a flexible in-law secondary suite in place which offers potential to create your own vision or a great holding property while you design your dream home or development project. An easy commute to UVIC and in a desirable school catchment: Oaklands, Landsdowne and Oak Bay High! This IS a great drive-by! A rare opportunity to get into this neighbourhood at an accessible price point.
| Property Type | Single Family Residence |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Interior | 1,340 sqft |
| Lot Size | 5,500 sqft (0.13 acres) |
| Parking | 1 space |
| Year Built | 1941 |
| Fireplaces | 1 |
| Heating | Forced Air, Oil |
| Basement | Full, Walk-Out Access |
| Exterior | Frame Wood |
| Roof | Fibreglass Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Water | Municipal |
| Sewer | Sewer Connected |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Taxes | $4,184.07 (2024) |
| MLS® # | 1010527 |
| Brokerage | Macdonald Realty Victoria |
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