50 Sylvan Lane, Oak Bay
Gonzales · Single Family Residence · MLS® 957078 · Listed Apr 4, 2024
In '97, this Samuel Maclure designed 1925 home saw extensive renovations. Nestled on a serene lane amidst well-established gardens & towering firs, this residence still retains its timeless charm,much akin to its appearance nearly a century ago.The front of the house exudes a sense of modesty, while the rear portion gracefully opens up to a private, landscaped formal garden.Upon entering, a striking first impression unfolds within the arched central hallway, adorned w/ a silver leaf ceiling.Fir & oak floors add warmth & character. The kitchen combines contemporary sensibilities w/ an antique aesthetic.The formal living room bathes in natural light & a propane insert. Maintaining its historical authenticity, the original radiators provide warmth & charm. Sun-room offers picturesque views.Formal dining room w/ leaded glass built-ins, a cozy sitting room w/ fireplace insert nestled beneath a carved fir mantel. Upstairs has a 3rd bedroom & 4 pc bath. Mt. Baker to McNeill Bay views abound.
| Property Type | Single Family Residence |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 4 |
| Interior | 3,369 sqft |
| Lot Size | 16,600 sqft (0.38 acres) |
| Lot Features | Private, Rectangular Lot |
| Parking | 4 spaces (1 garage) |
| Year Built | 1925 |
| Fireplaces | 2 |
| Heating | Electric, Hot Water, Propane |
| Basement | Crawl Space, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, With Windows |
| Exterior | Insulation: Ceiling, Insulation: Walls, Stucco |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Water | Municipal |
| Sewer | Sewer To Lot |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Taxes | $11,544.11 (2023) |
| Extras | Built-In Range, Dishwasher, F/S/W/D, Garburator, Oven Built-In, Refrigerator |
| MLS® # | 957078 |
| Brokerage | Pemberton Holmes Ltd. - Oak Bay |
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50 Sylvan Lane, Oak Bay sold on October 2, 2024, after 181 days on the market.
It sold for $1,930,000 (listed at $2,100,000). Source: BC Assessment (registered sale).
It was on the market for 181 days, from April 4, 2024 to October 2, 2024.
A Single Family Residence in Gonzales, Oak Bay with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,369 sqft, built in 1925.
It has 3 parking spaces.
The lot is 16,600 sqft (0.38 acres).
50 Sylvan Lane, Oak Bay was originally listed at $2,450,000, then reduced to $2,100,000 (14.3% reduction), and sold for $1,930,000.
50 Sylvan Lane, Oak Bay sold for $1,930,000, 1.6% below its BC-assessed value of $1,961,000 (assessed July 1, 2025) — a sale-to-assessment ratio of 98%. Source: BC Assessment.
Oak Bay is currently a buyer's market: median sold price $2,480,000, 39 months of inventory, homes typically selling in about 54 days.
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