1597 Monterey Ave
$1,650,000
South Oak Bay
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This lovingly cared for 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom Oak Bay character home has come to market for the first time in 70 years, w/a 3 bed, 1 bath main living area w/a full height 1 bed, 1 bath walkout suite. This beautiful home has undergone extensive renovations, incl. complete foundation replacement & excavation resulting in the 8' lower level, hurricane strapping, new perimeter drains, plumbing upgrades, 200 amp service, new gas furnace & HVAC & renovated main level w/new kitchen. Enjoy the modern comforts of these upgrades in a home rich w/character, natural light & spaciousness. The upper level has 3 large bedrooms w/a 4pc bath, ideal for a family. The private, fully-fenced yard has direct access via the deck off the kitchen, perfect for summer entertaining & kids. The home has plenty of storage (attic storage not included in floor plan or photos), closets throughout & spacious driveway parking. Bring your ideas to the unfinished bsmt area, ready for additional bedrooms, bathrooms or flex space. This home is a rare offering & a must-see! (id:65179)
Property details
From the listing's public record.
Lot size
6,000 square feet
Year built
1909
Taxes
$8,184/yr
Zoning
Residential
Appliances
Heating
Parking
Style
Price history
1 recordEvery recorded listing event for this property — sales, relists, expired or withdrawn listings.
Jul 18, 2026
Listed $1,650,000
Active8 days on marketMLS 1043580
How this listing compares
Based on 91 sales in South Oak BayMedian sold
$1,850,000
Avg days on market
44 days
Avg sale-to-list
97.8%
Avg $/sqft
$688
Price per square foot
Below area average
Current market in South Oak Bay
Active (same type)
32
Pending
15
All active listings
60
Months of supply
4.2
Balanced market — 4.2 months of supply at the current sales pace.
Assessment
From publicly available property records.
Assessed value
$1,494,000
Homes in Oak Bay sell at 155.1% of assessed value on average.
Based on 215 recent sales.
Local price trend
How South Oak Bay has moved over the last decade.
Local price index (normalized) · 117 months
Recent nearby sales
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Sold Jun 16, 2026 · 99.7% of list
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Loan amount
$1,650,000 − $330,000
Down payment
20.0%
Property Transfer Tax
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Cash to close
$362,500
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Listed by Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate