Description
Brimming with charm and character, this beautifully renovated Fairfield home is a rare find just one block from Oak Bay Avenue. Thoughtfully updated throughout with permits, it seamlessly blends original architectural details—including custom built-ins and refinished oak floors—with a stylish, contemporary kitchen and versatile floorplan. Natural light cascades through at all times of day. The fully transformed lower level offers two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and an excellent kitchenette and rec room with a private entrance—perfect for extended family, guests, or income. Outside, mature gardens surround a sunny west-facing backyard, ideal for relaxing in the evening light. A brand-new shed adds extra storage, while the generous 7,800-square-foot lot is among one of the larger properties in Fairfield. Close to excellent schools, beaches, parks, Oak Bay Avenue, and downtown, 970 Bank Street offers character, versatility, and an exceptional location.
Property Details
| Property Type | Residential |
| Property Sub Type | Single Family Detached |
| Listing ID | 1048774 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Victoria |
| Area | Victoria |
| Sub-Area | Vi Fairfield East |
| Postal Code | V8S 4B2 |
| Property Taxes | $8,113.78 (2026) |
| Parking Total | 2 |
| Facing | East |
| Water | Municipal |
| Sewer | Sewer To Lot |
| Heating | Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Type | Gas,Living Room |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Oven/Range Induction,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s),Closet Organizer,Dining Room,Eating Area,Storage,Workshop |
| Exterior Features | Awning(s),Balcony/Deck,Balcony/Patio,Fencing: Full,Garden |
| Construction | Frame Wood,Stucco |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Foundation | Poured Concrete |
| Basement | Finished |
| Laundry | In House |
| Listed Date | Sep 9, 2026 |
| Ownership | Freehold |
| Lot Size | 0.18 acres |
Open Houses
Rooms
| Room | Level | Dimensions | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom | Main level | 3-Piece | |
| Bedroom | Main level | 11\' x 11\' | |
| Dining room | Main level | 9\' x 12\' | |
| Entrance | Main level | 6\' x 6\' | |
| Kitchen | Main level | 13\' x 12\' | |
| Living room | Main level | 16\' x 16\' | |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 11\' x 11\' |
Building Details
Additional Information
| Features | Level lot, Park setting, Other, Rectangular |
| Land Size | 7800 sqft |
| Land Access | Road access |
| Building Type | House |
| Interior Size | 1982 sqft |
| Transaction | For sale |