About the building
The 834 is a striking 15-storey concrete and steel high-rise developed by Chard Development in the vibrant Harris Green district of downtown Victoria. Completed in 2011, the building is celebrated for its modern West Coast architecture, featuring a 4-storey brick podium and space-savvy interiors with 9-foot ceilings and gourmet kitchens. Residents enjoy premium building amenities including a residents' media lounge, a workshop, and a massive rooftop terrace with outdoor BBQ facilities and panoramic views of the Inner Harbour and Sooke Hills.
The 834 was designed by Musson Cattell Mackey Partnership for Chard and is registered as strata plan EPS522; strata records count 112 homes and some sources count 14 floors rather than 15. The concrete tower has a full rain-screen envelope with a brick-and-metal exterior, a green roof and a living green wall.
The amenity list is unusually long for a building of its size: a lobby with commissioned art, a theatre lounge with an HD projector, a media room, a courtyard with a barbecue, and rooftop and herb gardens. Every suite has a hose bib and a natural-gas barbecue hookup on the balcony, hardwood floors, quartz counters and in-suite laundry, and the penthouse collection adds heated bathroom floors. Bike storage, lockers and parking are underground. One-bedroom suites start around 510 square feet with strata fees in the high $300s. Johnson Street's restaurants, the Yates Street cinemas and Market on Yates are all within two blocks.
About Downtown
Victoria’s Downtown is the most rapidly growing neighbourhood in the city. New residents of all ages are attracted to the area’s rich historic character and its vibrant waterfront. The downtown has a thriving arts, culture and entertainment district combined with an impressive variety of dining and shopping choices, all within easy walking distance. The Royal BC Museum and Chinatown (Canada’s oldest) are perennial attractions for visitors and residents alike. The neighbourhood also hosts celebrated landmarks like the Empress Hotel, provincial Parliament Buildings and the Royal and McPherson Theatres.
Parks
The Downtown neighbourhood has green space along the waterfront, which includes Reeson Park near the Johnson Street Bridge. Cridge Park is located to the south, next to the downtown Lawn Bowling Club and Crystal Garden and near the entrance to Beacon Hill Park. Centennial Square, situated next to Victoria’s historic City Hall, is the downtown’s primary venue for events.
Schools
Chinese Public School (Chinese language and cultural classes for children and adults)
Victoria Conservatory of Music
Victoria Academy of Ballet
Victoria School of Contemporary Dance
Pacific Design Academy
Over 15 English language schools
Gardens & Markets
The Yates Street Community Garden is operated by the Downtown Residents Association
Bastion Square Public Market runs Thursdays to Sundays between May and end of September
Ship Point Night Market operates Friday and Saturday evenings from mid June to mid September.
About Victoria
Victoria’s Downtown is the vibrant heart of British Columbia’s capital city, blending historic charm with modern urban energy. It is the city’s most rapidly growing neighbourhood, attracting new residents of all ages to its mix of heritage architecture, bustling waterfront, and thriving cultural scene. With scenic harbour views and tree-lined streets, downtown Victoria offers a dynamic urban lifestyle while remaining walkable and accessible.
The area boasts a rich arts, culture, and entertainment district, featuring galleries, theatres, live music venues, and festivals throughout the year. Residents and visitors enjoy an impressive variety of dining, shopping, and service options, all within convenient walking distance. Historic and iconic landmarks, such as the Royal BC Museum, the Fairmont Empress Hotel, the provincial Parliament Buildings, and Canada’s oldest Chinatown, provide both character and a strong sense of place. The Royal and McPherson Theatres further enhance the city’s reputation as a hub for the performing arts.
Downtown Victoria’s waterfront plays a central role in community life, offering promenades, marinas, and public spaces that encourage outdoor recreation and social engagement. The combination of rich history, vibrant culture, and urban amenities makes downtown Victoria a highly desirable neighbourhood for residents who value both convenience and quality of life.
Today, Victoria continues to grow while maintaining its unique blend of heritage, modern development, and coastal beauty, making it a welcoming and dynamic place to live, work, and explore.
