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743 Helvetia Cres

$1,449,000

Cordova Bay

Detached3 bd · 3 ba · 2,541 sqftBuilt 1968$570/sqft3 days on market

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About this home

Tucked away at the end of a sought-after cul-de-sac in coveted Cordova Bay, this extraordinary half-acre property is being offered for sale for the first time-a truly rare opportunity in one of Victoria’s most desirable communities. From the moment you enter the private driveway, you are welcomed by the mature gardens & peaceful surroundings, it becomes clear just how special this property is. Lovingly maintained, the home offers 3 beds, 3 baths, a rec room, den/o9ffice, & an inviting family room off the kitchen opening seamlessly to a private patio-the perfect setting for morning coffee, summer entertaining, or quiet evenings immersed in nature. Surrounded by greenery in your own secluded oasis. Set on an impressive 22,000 sqft lot, this remarkable property offers exceptional privacy, timeless beauty & exciting future potential, including possible redevelopment opportunities (verify with Saanich). All of this located just minutes from the beach, Broadmead Village, the shops at Mattick's Farm, Cordova Bay Golf Course & the Lochside Trail. A property of this calibre rarely comes to market, an exceptional offering for anyone seeking privacy, space & long-term potential in an outstanding neighbourhood. This is more than a home; it’s a legacy property. (id:65179)

Property details

From the listing's public record.

Lot size

0.51 acres

Year built

1968

Taxes

$7,039/yr

Zoning

Residential

Appliances

WasherRefrigeratorRange - ElectricDishwasherDryerMicrowave

Heating

Baseboard heatersForced airElectricNatural gasWood

Parking

Stall

Lot

Cul-de-sac

Price history

3 records

Every recorded listing event for this property — sales, relists, expired or withdrawn listings.

  1. Jul 23, 2026

    Listed $1,449,000

    Active3 days on marketMLS 1044042
  2. Jun 4, 2026

    Listed $1,549,000

    Ddf_delisted48 days on marketMLS 1039325
  3. May 12, 2026

    Listed $1,699,000

    Ddf_delisted22 days on marketMLS 1036158

How this listing compares

Based on 80 sales in Cordova Bay

Median sold

$1,596,500

Avg days on market

50 days

Avg sale-to-list

96%

Avg $/sqft

$555

Price per square foot

This home: $570/sqftArea average: $555/sqft

Above area average

Current market in Cordova Bay

Active (same type)

39

Pending

13

All active listings

76

Months of supply

5.8

Balanced market5.8 months of supply at the current sales pace.

Assessment

From publicly available property records.

Assessed value

$1,364,000

Homes in Saanich East sell at 102.5% of assessed value on average.

Based on 648 recent sales.

Local price trend

How Cordova Bay has moved over the last decade.

79104129Aug 2016Jul 2021Jun 2026

Local price index (normalized) · 119 months

Recent nearby sales

12 sales
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    $2,300,000

    5 bd · 3 ba · 3,491 sqft · $659/sqft · 10 days on market

    Sold Jul 22, 2026 · 100.1% of list

  • 922 Claremont Ave

    $1,460,000

    5 bd · 2 ba · 2,830 sqft · $516/sqft · 8 days on market

    Sold Jul 22, 2026 · 100.1% of list

  • 4988 Georgia Park Terr

    $2,009,999

    4 bd · 3 ba · 5,413 sqft · $371/sqft · 11 days on market

    Sold Jul 16, 2026 · 100.5% of list

  • 5198 Beckton Rd

    $1,386,500

    3 bd · 3 ba · 2,630 sqft · $527/sqft · 95 days on market

    Sold Jul 16, 2026 · 99.1% of list

  • 5090 Cordova Bay Rd

    $5,750,000

    — · — · — · 59 days on market

    Sold Jul 15, 2026 · 76.7% of list

  • 4984 Georgia Park Terr

    $1,945,000

    5 bd · 4 ba · 3,636 sqft · $535/sqft · 40 days on market

    Sold Jul 15, 2026 · 97.7% of list

  • 5195 Walema Crt

    $1,415,000

    4 bd · 3 ba · 2,845 sqft · $497/sqft · 19 days on market

    Sold Jul 13, 2026 · 95.6% of list

  • 866 Cambria Wood Crt

    $1,585,000

    4 bd · 3 ba · 3,626 sqft · $437/sqft · 27 days on market

    Sold Jul 7, 2026 · 97.5% of list

  • 5155 Lochside Dr

    $1,425,000

    3 bd · 3 ba · 2,634 sqft · $541/sqft · 30 days on market

    Sold Jul 3, 2026 · 95.1% of list

  • 989 Abbey Rd

    $1,400,000

    4 bd · 3 ba · 1,863 sqft · $751/sqft · 6 days on market

    Sold Jun 30, 2026 · 93.6% of list

  • 5047 Benton Crt

    $1,430,000

    4 bd · 3 ba · 2,373 sqft · $603/sqft · 13 days on market

    Sold Jun 25, 2026 · 98.8% of list

  • 774 Destrube Pl

    $1,850,000

    5 bd · 4 ba · 4,482 sqft · $413/sqft · 13 days on market

    Sold Jun 24, 2026 · 100% of list

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Loan amount

$1,449,000 − $289,800

$1,159,200

Down payment

20.0%

$289,800

Property Transfer Tax

$26,980

Legal / closing (est.)

$1,500

Cash to close

$318,280

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