About the building
Waters Edge is a 3-storey waterfront condominium complex in View Royal, built in 1983. The building contains 69 residential units with sweeping views of the water, and amenities include balconies, storage, laundry facilities, and a heated outdoor pool. The strata has a well-established governance, and while the property sees occasional resale listings, there are currently no units for rent or sale. Situated along the shoreline, it offers easy access to walking trails and proximity to local amenities.
Waters Edge is registered as strata plan VIP63687, a wood-sided, three-storey complex on a poured-concrete foundation with a tar-and-gravel roof, an elevator, an outdoor heated pool and a Finnish sauna, with 69 homes directly on the water near Parsons Bridge. Two-bedroom, two-bathroom suites run around 1,180 to 1,370 square feet, some with two parking stalls, heating is electric baseboard, and the strata fee covers building insurance, water, garbage, management and grounds.
Listings describe balconies or decks, in-building laundry, storage and parking. The strata is freehold and has been operating for more than four decades, so ask for the depreciation report and recent minutes to see where the envelope and pool stand. The Six Mile Pub is across the road, Thetis Lake is a short drive, and the Island Highway bus routes stop out front.
About Six Mile
Six Mile is an MLS sub-area in the Town of View Royal, on the forested hillside between the Trans-Canada Highway and Sooke Road, bordered by Mill Hill and Thetis Lake regional parks. It takes its name from the Six Mile Pub at 494 Island Highway, built in 1855 as the Parsons Bridge Hotel and one of the oldest roadhouses in British Columbia. View Royal's own neighbourhood map does not use the name, so the MLS area overlaps several municipal neighbourhoods and its edges are approximate.
Housing is mixed: mid-century houses, newer compact subdivisions, townhouses, a manufactured-home park and a growing number of condominium buildings along the Island Highway, including The Royale and Grand and Fir. View Royal is planning its town centre on this stretch of highway near Admirals Road, with large rental projects already approved. Thetis Lake's beaches and trails are the main draw, and the Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre, Q Centre arena and library are across the highway. The Island Highway RapidBus lanes under construction serve the Route 95 to downtown and Langford, Route 14 reaches Victoria General and UVic, and Langford's shopping is about ten minutes by car.
About View Royal
View Royal serves as a welcoming gateway between Victoria’s urban core and the growing West Shore municipalities of Langford and Colwood. Incorporated in 1988, this vibrant town is home to over 10,800 residents and continues to grow, offering a unique balance of small-town charm, natural beauty, and convenient access to the amenities of nearby cities.
Residents of View Royal enjoy abundant green space, with over 730 hectares of parkland, 27 km of trails, and 71 municipal parks. The town includes scenic regional lakes such as McKenzie, Pike, Prior, and Thetis Lake, as well as portions of Esquimalt Harbour and Portage Inlet, providing endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, from kayaking and fishing to hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. West Shore Parks & Recreation offers top-quality facilities for all ages, including the Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre, The Q Centre, Par 3 Golf Course, and the Centennial Centre, ensuring residents have access to programs, sports, and community activities year-round.
View Royal offers a mix of quiet residential neighborhoods and convenient commercial areas, making it ideal for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Its location along Hwy 1 allows for easy commuting to downtown Victoria or the West Shore, while still providing a tranquil, nature-filled environment to return to at the end of the day. Community spirit is strong here, with local events, walking trails, and parks fostering connection among neighbors and creating a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.
Whether exploring the town’s extensive trail network, spending a sunny afternoon at a nearby lake, or taking advantage of nearby shopping and cultural amenities, residents of View Royal enjoy a lifestyle that combines accessibility, natural beauty, and a strong sense of community.
