About the building
Sterling is a proposed 5-storey woodframe residential development located at 815-825 Selkirk Avenue in Esquimalt, near the Gorge Waterway. The building is designed to contain 46 condominium residences, ranging from one to three bedrooms, all featuring private outdoor spaces. Amenities are planned to include underground parking with EV charging, a ground-floor multi-purpose room, and a shared outdoor green space. The project has received development approvals, with demolition permits for the existing structures issued in early 2025.
The Sterling is a TLA Developments project designed by Alan Lowe Architect: 46 homes made up of 26 one-bedroom, 19 two-bedroom and a single three-bedroom plan, pitched at first-time buyers, young families and downsizers. Esquimalt council approved it in June 2022 after a development permit application first filed in late 2021; the two houses on the site were moved, not demolished, to the Songhees Nation reserve in March 2023, and the demolition permit for the remaining structures was issued in April 2025.
Plans call for two levels of underground parking with EV-ready stalls, bike parking for every home, a car-share stall, solar pre-wiring at the strata's option and construction to Step Code 3, with the EV charging and energy commitments secured by covenant. A ground-floor party room with kitchen opens onto a patio and a shared lawn. Completion has not been announced; the 2027 date above is a projection, so check current status with the sales team.
About Kinsmen Park
Kinsmen Park is an MLS sub-area in the north of Esquimalt, taking in the streets around Tillicum Road, Craigflower Road and Selkirk Avenue where the township meets the Gorge Waterway. The name comes from Esquimalt Gorge Park, which was Kinsmen Gorge Park until 2006; the park's eleven hectares on Tillicum Road include a Japanese garden, a rose garden, beaches and a restored estuary, on the site of the BC Electric amusement park that drew Victorians to the Gorge after 1905. Exact boundaries are not published, so treat this as the Gorge-side part of Esquimalt rather than a hard line.
Housing is a mix of post-war bungalows, duplexes, townhouses and condominium buildings, with the waterfront condos along the Gorge, including Gorge Pointe and the newer Central Block at Tillicum and Craigflower. The Tillicum and Craigflower intersection is the local shopping node, with the Gorge Pointe Pub on the water, and the township's plan designates it for small shops with homes above. Lampson Lions Park and the Gorge Vale golf course are a short walk. Routes 24 and 25 run along Tillicum to Tillicum Centre and Routes 15 and 26 serve the rest of Esquimalt; downtown is about ten minutes by car.
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.
