3175 Beach Dr

3175 Beach Dr · Oak Bay · House · 12 bed · 10 bath · $27,999,000 · MLS 1024635

Oak Bay, British Columbia
C$27,999,000
For sale
3175 Beach Dr

3175 Beach Dr is located in Oak Bay. Property snapshot: House, 12 bed, 10 bath, listed at $27,999,000, MLS 1024635. Compare transit, schools, similar supply, strata/carrying costs and resale liquidity—not just photos and asking price. Current DOM/site exposure: -. BurnabyHouse Deal Score: 50/100. Latest recorded list p

List Price: $27,999,000
MLS: 1024635
Bedrooms: 12
Bathrooms: 10
Interior Size: 14,629 sqft
Days on Market: -
Days on Site: 77
Deal Score: 50/100
Price History: Latest recorded list price 27999000.00

Local Decision Guide

How should buyers evaluate 3175 Beach Dr?

Start by reading this listing in its Oak Bay context: price, property type, land or strata setup, age, transit, schools, similar supply, carrying costs and resale liquidity should be considered together, not just photos and asking price.

What should be checked before writing an offer?
  • Recent comparable sales, competing active listings, days on market, price changes and current market pace.
  • Property condition, inspection risk, insurance, financing, tax, title and any disclosure documents.
  • For strata homes, review minutes, contingency reserve, special levies, rental rules and pet bylaws.
How do buyers find land with rebuild or multiplex potential, what should they watch, and how can returns be improved?

To find land with this potential, start with zoning, lot size, frontage, lane or driveway access, servicing, trees, slope, basement conditions, BC Assessment, title restrictions and municipal permits. The highest-return plan is usually not simply the maximum unit count; it is the best balance between approval risk, construction cost, rent or resale pricing, floor-plan efficiency, parking and holding period.

What does this page not replace?

It does not replace a realtor, lawyer, inspector, mortgage broker, insurance review, tax advice, strata documents, BC Assessment or municipal records. Use it to form better questions, then verify independently.

Listing FAQ

What is the current list price for 3175 Beach Dr?

This page shows a list price of $27,999,000 with MLS 1024635.

What type of home is this Oak Bay listing?

The page shows House, 12 bed, 10 bath at 3175 Beach Dr. Buyers should still verify strata/land context, interior size, age and inspection findings.

How long has this listing been on the market?

Current records show about - days on market/site. Latest recorded list price 27999000.00.

What does the Deal Score of 50/100 mean?

Deal Score is a BurnabyHouse screening score based on list price, assessment, DOM, strata fees, rent yield and area-average signals. It helps with first-pass screening and does not replace inspection, financing, legal or municipal due diligence.

What should buyers check first on this listing?

Start with price, location, property type, land or strata context, condition, schools/transit, recent comparable sales and carrying costs; if redevelopment or multiplex potential matters, also review zoning, lot size, servicing and municipal rules.

Can AI analysis replace professional advice?

No. AI analysis is for faster context and market screening; final decisions should still rely on a realtor, lawyer, inspection, financing, tax and municipal due diligence.

Remarks

A landmark waterfront estate in the heart of the Uplands, 3175 Beach Drive, known as Riffington, is a rare offering of architectural and cultural significance. Designed in 1913 by architect Philip A. Jullien in the Tudor Revival style, Riffington was the original show home for the Uplands development. Thoughtfully positioned to frame picturesque ocean vistas and carefully aligned views toward Mount Baker, the home sits on park-like grounds shaped by the Olmsted vision. Riffington has been featured in Western Living Magazine, visited by the British Royal Family on multiple occasions, and housed the U.S. Consul from 1928–1942, underscoring its historic prominence. The four-level main residence spans approximately 12,400 sq ft, offering 9 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, and 10 fireplaces, with grand principal rooms, a dramatic two-storey reception hall, libraries, sunrooms, ocean-facing patios, and a distinguished music room executed in the French Renaissance style. The estate includes a two-level carriage house, seaside cottage, and waterfront pavilion, a private dock and a large-boat mooring, as well as a productive vegetable garden. Just minutes from the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, Riffington is an irreplaceable coastal legacy in one of Canada’s most prestigious enclaves. (id:56153)

Property Details

House
Building Type
12
Bedrooms
10
Bathrooms
1913
Year Built
113 years
Age
77
Days on Site
140,699 sf
Lot Area
14,629 sqft
Interior Size
C$1,914
Price per Sqft

Transaction: For sale

Status: active

Listing ID: 29303472 (1024635)

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Property Summary

Price: C$27,999,000

Lot Area: 140,699 sf

PID: 013-925-229

Days on Site: 77 days

Added to BurnabyHouse: 2026-03-28

Updated on: 2026-05-22 04:03 PM PDT

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Nearby Points of Interest

Grocery / Food Access
The Old Farm Market
About 1.7 km away
2585 Cadboro Bay Road
Pepper's Foods
About 1.7 km away
3829 Cadboro Bay Road
Shopping Centres
Oak Bay Gate
About 2.6 km away
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
About 2.9 km away
Parks / Green Space
OAK BAY ISLANDS ECOLOGICAL RESERVE
About 1.3 km away
3094 · 00
TEN MILE POINT ECOLOGICAL RESERVE
About 1.9 km away
3066 · 00

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