About the building
Ovation is a contemporary four-storey residential building located in the heart of Esquimalt, within walking distance of the scenic Saxe Point Park and the local recreation centre. Completed in 2008, the building features modern interiors with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and high-quality flooring. Residents benefit from a central courtyard, an on-site fitness gym, and secure underground parking. Its prime location offers immediate access to the Red Barn Market and is only a short commute to downtown Victoria and CFB Esquimalt.
Ovation is registered as strata plan VIS6704, built on a poured-concrete foundation with cement-fibre siding and an asphalt roof; strata records date it to 2008, and the first resales closed that November. Two-bedroom, two-bathroom suites run about 775 to 910 square feet with electric baseboard heat, and strata fees sit around $375 a month with building insurance included.
The building has an elevator, secure underground parking with separate storage, bike storage and racks, visitor parking, a library, a rooftop patio and a garden; the wood-frame structure carries a rain-screen envelope. Listings report pets allowed with no size restriction; confirm with the strata. Esquimalt Road at this point is a short walk from Esquimalt Town Square, the recreation centre and the Saxe Point and Macaulay Point shoreline, with buses to downtown at the door.
About Saxe Point
Saxe Point is the MLS sub-area at the south end of Esquimalt around Saxe Point Park, the forested headland at the end of Fraser Street with trails, beach access and views across Juan de Fuca Strait to the Olympic Mountains. Esquimalt describes Saxe Point and neighbouring Rockheights as its most attractive residential areas. Macaulay Point Park next door preserves the 1878 Fort Macaulay battery and a Garry oak meadow, Fleming Beach has the anglers' boat launch, and Buxton Green sits between them along the shore.
Housing is a mix of mid-century houses, apartment buildings from the 1960s and 1970s, many converted to strata, and newer condominium and townhouse projects, with a premium on the waterfront and water-view streets. CFB Esquimalt, the navy's Pacific base, is the township's largest employer and sits immediately west, and the Esquimalt Road shops, the recreation centre and Esquimalt Town Square are a short walk north. Esquimalt Road buses run to downtown, which is about four kilometres and ten minutes away by car or a short ride on the E&N Rail Trail.
About Esquimalt
Esquimalt is located in the heart of the Capital Regional District on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, just four kilometres west of the City of Victoria. Its name comes from the local First Nations expression “Es-whoy-malth,” meaning “the place of gradually shoaling water,” reflecting the area’s long connection to the sea. Incorporated in 1912, Esquimalt covers approximately 1006 hectares (2,485 acres) of land and water, and water continues to shape the community’s history, culture, and daily life.
The municipality is renowned for its strong naval heritage, serving as the home of Canada’s West Coast naval presence. The Royal Navy first used the area as early as 1837, and while the original townsite has been absorbed into the Canadian Forces Base, the base remains Esquimalt’s largest employer and a central part of community life.
Today, roughly 17,000 residents enjoy Esquimalt’s mix of established and vibrant neighborhoods. Families, young professionals, and retirees alike benefit from a variety of amenities, including scenic waterfront walkways, beautiful parks and beaches, modern recreational facilities, schools, library, and archives. The community also features a range of commercial services and locally owned shops, providing convenience while maintaining a small-town feel.
Residents of Esquimalt appreciate the combination of history, natural beauty, and community spirit. Waterfront trails, marinas, and beaches offer endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, from kayaking and sailing to jogging and picnics. The township’s proximity to Victoria allows for easy access to the city’s cultural, dining, and employment opportunities, while still offering a quieter, community-focused lifestyle. Although well-established, Esquimalt continues to support growth, with opportunities for new residential, commercial, and industrial developments that balance modern needs with the community’s historic character.
