The Core
Homes for sale in Esquimalt
Esquimalt is a waterfront township right beside downtown Victoria: character homes, condos, and new development, with parks and shoreline on three sides. It is often the most attainable way into the urban core.
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Bounded by the Inner Harbour, the Gorge waterway, and the Salish Sea, Esquimalt puts water at the centre of daily life, with Saxe Point Park, the Gorge Park, and West Bay walkway. CFB Esquimalt, Canada's Pacific naval base, is a major local employer. The township is steadily revitalizing, adding new housing around Esquimalt Town Square while keeping its walkable, close-in character.
The Esquimalt housing market
Esquimalt generally offers a more attainable entry into the core than neighbouring Victoria or Oak Bay, with the core single family benchmark near $1.33 million as of June 2026. Condos and townhomes provide accessible options, while waterfront and updated character homes sit higher. Its value and location make it popular with first-time buyers and downsizers alike.
Amenities, schools, and getting around
Esquimalt Town Square, the recreation centre, and local shops cover daily needs, and Saxe Point, Macaulay Point, and the Gorge give you shoreline parks minutes from home. Downtown Victoria is a short drive, bus ride, or walk across the blue bridge, and the E&N Trail connects you to the wider trail network.
Esquimalt FAQ
Is Esquimalt a good place to live?
Esquimalt offers waterfront parks, a walkable township, and quick access to downtown Victoria, often at a more attainable price than neighbouring areas. It suits first-time buyers, downsizers, and anyone who wants to be close to the water and the city.
Is Esquimalt cheaper than Victoria?
Esquimalt generally offers a more attainable entry into the urban core than the City of Victoria or Oak Bay, especially for condos and townhomes, though waterfront homes still command a premium.
What is Esquimalt known for?
Esquimalt is known for its shoreline and parks like Saxe Point, the CFB Esquimalt naval base, the Gorge waterway, and its ongoing revitalization around Esquimalt Town Square.
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