5289 William Head Rd
$2,249,000
William Head
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Introducing 5289 William Head Road, a rare oceanfront retreat set on 3/4 acres on one of Vancouver Island's most beautiful beaches. This meticulously maintained and cherished custom built 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home has undergone numerous cosmetic and structural renovations presented in the true West Coast Style featuring a luxurious kitchen renovation, a relaxing oceanside living room addition. A cozy wood-stove, anchored by floor-to-ceiling windows highlight the breathtaking visual beauty of the ocean and landscape, vaulted ceilings, tile/hardwood floors and strong cedar beams add to the structural integrity of the home. A new metal roof, new wood stove and gas fireplace, landscaped rock/woodland garden by Ryzuk and Gallant, new perimeter drains and a 20ft. oceanfront retaining wall are just a few of the upgraded features. The list goes on! Perched above stunning Weir's Beach, this home exudes a sense of peace and beauty from the moment you enter. Private and gated with full beach access, this property captures breathtaking and unparalleled views of Victoria Harbour, Mount Baker and the Olympics over the Strait of Juan de Fuca from an extraordinary vantage point. As a bonus, it includes a lovely private flex space office or guest room, including a full bathroom, above the garage. Situated in the highly desirable scenic rural municipality of Metchosin with the galloping goose outside your door, this area is an outdoor enthusiasts dream location with amazing parks and lakes nearby: Devonian Regional Park, Matheson Lake and Witty's Lagoon. Close to amenities in Metchosin, Colwood and Langford a short drive away. This is a dream property you don't want to miss! Contact your realtor today! (id:65179)
Property details
From the listing's public record.
Lot size
0.61 acres
Year built
1994
Taxes
$7,556/yr
Zoning
Residential
View
Waterfront
Appliances
Heating
Lot
Style
Security
Price history
4 recordsEvery recorded listing event for this property — sales, relists, expired or withdrawn listings.
May 15, 2026
Listed $2,249,000
Active72 days on marketMLS 1037039Apr 1, 2026
Listed $2,588,000
Cancelled44 days on marketMLS 1024201Apr 4, 2007
$1,200,000
Sold90 days on marketMLS 401373Oct 28, 2003
$757,500
Sold224 days on marketMLS 303553
How this listing compares
Based on 42 sales in MetchosinMedian sold
$1,437,500
Avg days on market
52 days
Avg sale-to-list
96%
Avg $/sqft
$398
Price per square foot
Above area average
Current market in Metchosin
Active (same type)
23
Pending
4
All active listings
32
Months of supply
6.6
Buyer's market — 6.6 months of supply at the current sales pace.
Assessment
From publicly available property records.
Assessed value
$1,996,000
Land
$1,028,000
Improvements
$968,000
Homes in Metchosin sell at 102.9% of assessed value on average.
Based on 41 recent sales.
Local price trend
How William Head has moved over the last decade.
Local price index (normalized) · 38 months
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Loan amount
$2,249,000 − $449,800
Down payment
20.0%
Property Transfer Tax
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Cash to close
$496,770
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Listed by Royal LePage Coast Capital - Chatterton