740 Newbury St, Saanich
SW Gorge · Single Family Residence · MLS® 1043305 · Listed Jul 16, 2026
Beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a fully self-contained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom garden suite—ideal for extended family or as a mortgage helper. Lovingly updated by the current owners, this impressive home features high-end finishes and premium appliances throughout. Ample parking and abundant storage provide room for vehicles, RVs, and recreational gear. A lift-up panel in the front fence allows easy motorhome access, while an EV charger and powered shed add convenience. The spacious, grapevine-lined backyard is perfect for entertaining, gardening, family fun, or future development, with the picturesque Colquitz River just beyond the neighboring property. Ideally located steps from Cuthbert Holmes Park, within walking distance of Tillicum Centre, and close to schools and transit. The upper level also offers potential to create an additional 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom suite for extra income or flexible multi-generational living.
| Property Type | Single Family Residence |
| Bedrooms | 7 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Interior | 2,948 sqft |
| Lot Size | 13,613 sqft (0.31 acres) |
| Lot Features | Cleared, Level, Rectangular Lot |
| Parking | 6 spaces |
| Year Built | 1947 |
| Heating | Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Oil |
| Basement | Crawl Space |
| Exterior | Frame Wood, Insulation: Ceiling, Insulation: Walls, Stucco, Wood |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Flooring | Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum, Tile, Wood |
| Water | Municipal |
| Sewer | Sewer To Lot |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Taxes | $5,754.16 (2025) |
| Extras | Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer |
| MLS® # | 1043305 |
| Brokerage | Pemberton Holmes Ltd. |
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It is listed at $1,550,000.
A Single Family Residence in SW Gorge, Saanich with 7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,948 sqft, built in 1947.
It has 6 parking spaces.
The lot is 13,613 sqft (0.31 acres).
Saanich is currently a balanced market: median sold price $1,005,750, 5.7 months of inventory, homes typically selling in about 33 days.
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