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208 899 Darwin Ave
SE Swan Lake Saanich V8X 2X7

$579,000
Residential beds: 2 baths: 2.0 978 sq. ft. built: 1995

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Photo 1: 208 899 Darwin Ave in Saanich: SE Swan Lake Condo for sale (Saanich East)  : MLS®# 1007970
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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
1007970
Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
1995
Welcome to this fantastic 2bed 2bath condo located on the 2nd floor of the highly sought-after Chelsea Green. Nestled among the treetops and facing quiet Darwin Avenue, this home offers a serene, private setting with a desirable North/East exposure perfect for enjoying cool summer evenings.Inside, you'll find a spacious living room featuring a cozy gas fireplace, seamlessly connecting to both the dining area and the kitchen's breakfast nook. Updated bathroom cabinetry, modern plumbing fixtures, and thoughtfully selected mirrors, towel bars, and accessories. The primary bedroom boasts a walk-in closet, while the generously sized laundry room provides additional storage. A separate, secure storage locker is also included.Chelsea Green is perfectly positioned for convenience just a short walk to shops, restaurants, banks, recreational amenities, public transit, and more. This central UPTOWN location / UVIC, offers exceptional accessibility to everything you need.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Condo Apartment
Year built:
1995 (Age: 30)
Close Price Lease Total:
Existing Lease Expiry:
Living Area:
978 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
SE Swan Lake, Saanich East
Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
2.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
1,030 sq. ft.
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
Building Name:
Chelsea Green
Building Type:
Other Level
Construction:
Cement Fibre, Frame Wood, Insulation: Ceiling, Insulation: Walls
New Construction:
No
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Electricity:
Yes
Roof:
Asphalt Torch On
Levels:
1
Number of Storeys:
4
Number of Buildings:
3
Other Structures:
Gazebo
Ceiling Heights:
Floor finish:
Carpet, Linoleum, Tile, Wood
Total Building Area:
978 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
0 sq. ft.
Commercial Area:
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
2
# Main Level Bedrooms:
2
# Second Level Bedrooms:
0
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
2
# Second Level Bathrooms:
0
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area Main Floor:
978 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.
Balcony Area:
62 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Gas, Living Room
Laundry Features:
In Unit
Water supply:
Municipal, To Lot
Sewer:
Sewer To Lot
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Electric, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Yes
Pending Date:
Dishwasher, F/S/W/D
Eating Area, Storage
Blinds, Screens, Vinyl Frames
Balcony/Patio, Sprinkler System, Water Feature
Bike Storage, Common Area, Elevator(s)
Saanich Rd turn left onto Darwin then left underground visitor/parking. Walk out to left to the front door where VREB main LBX is at entry.
Balcony
Main Level
0
see bylaws
Aquariums, Birds, Cats OK, Dogs OK
1dog or 2 cats ... confirm w/Bylaws
Yes
see bylaws
Unknown
Unrestricted
See Bylaws
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Main Floor
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
Main Floor
Financing Notes:
Assessed:
Assessment year:
Approximate Inventory Value:
Fixed Equipment Approx. Value:
Goodwill Approx. Value:
Gross Income:
Net Operating Income:
Association Fee:
Association Fee Frequency:
Association Fee Includes:
Trash, Gas, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Property Management, Recycling, Water
Association Fee Year:
2014
Jurisdiction name:
District of Saanich (SD61)
Legal Description:
Accessibility:
Primary Bedroom on Main, No Step Entrance, Wheelchair Friendly
Units in Building:
Units in Community:
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
0
Number of 4 piece baths:
1
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
1
Property Condition:
Resale
Utilities:
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Recycling
Exposure / Faces:
West
Layout:
Condo
Lot Site Features:
Level, Private, Rectangular Lot, Serviced
Attached Garage:
Yes
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
0
Garage:
No
Parking Features:
Attached, Guest, Underground
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Common Parking Spaces:
1
LCP Parking Spaces:
0
Lot Parking Spaces:
0
Rent Includes:
Cable TV
Total Units:
Date Listed:
Jul 21, 2025
Original Price:
579000.0
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    Hall with mail area, stone tile flooring, a textured ceiling, and recessed lighting
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    Community lobby with a textured ceiling
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    Hall with carpet flooring and a textured ceiling
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    Entryway with dark wood-type flooring and a textured ceiling
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    Living area featuring dark wood-style flooring
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    Living area featuring a tile fireplace, wood finished floors, baseboard heating, a textured ceiling, and a chandelier
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    Living room featuring dark wood-style flooring and a fireplace
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    Kitchen featuring light tile patterned flooring, black microwave, white cabinets, and exhaust hood
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    Kitchen featuring white range with electric stovetop, custom exhaust hood, light tile patterned flooring, black microwave, and white cabinets
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    Kitchen with white appliances, white cabinetry, light countertops, and light wood-style floors
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    Unfurnished office with a baseboard radiator, light tile patterned floors, and a tile fireplace
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    Dining room with wood finished floors and a chandelier
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    Bedroom with dark wood-style flooring and a baseboard radiator
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    Bathroom featuring vanity, combined bath / shower with glass door, tile patterned floors, and a chandelier
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    Bathroom featuring vanity, shower / bath combination with glass door, and wood finished floors
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    Bedroom with dark wood-type flooring and a closet
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    Laundry room with electric water heater and washing machine and dryer
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Listed by eXp Realty
Data was last updated July 22, 2025 at 12:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
19
Avg list price:
$1,199,900
Min list price:
$449,000
Max list price:
$1,749,900
Avg days on market:
35
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
130
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$601.2
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in SE Swan Lake. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.

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