About the building
The Chelsea is an award-winning 6-storey steel and concrete residence located at 999 Burdett Avenue, nestled on a quiet tree-lined street between Fairfield and Downtown Victoria. Completed in 2008 by Concert Properties, the building features 66 luxury homes characterized by large open-concept floor plans, gourmet kitchens with quartz countertops, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Residents enjoy premium boutique-style amenities including a private landscaped courtyard, a residents' lounge, a fitness room, and a location steps from Christ Church Cathedral and the Inner Harbour.
The Chelsea was designed by dys architecture for Concert Properties, a concrete building with brick facing, an elevator and a resident caretaker. The site held an 1890 brick mansion that burned in 1918, and from 1939 the Sisters of St. Ann's Mount St. Mary Hospital; the original brick and stone wall, the wrought-iron fences and a walnut tree were kept when Concert built here, with presales in late 2006 and occupancy in mid-2008. It won the Victoria Real Estate Board's Commercial Building Award for best condominium in November 2009, and Concert took gold at that year's CARE Awards for the project's sales centre and marketing. Strata records file the address under Fairfield rather than downtown.
Suites have hardwood in the main rooms, quartz counters and electric fireplaces, and ground-floor homes open onto private courtyards. Two-bedroom-and-den suites run about 1,070 to 1,550 square feet, with penthouses to roughly 1,760. The building has a clubhouse and recreation room, bike storage and secure underground parking, and the strata fee covers building insurance, caretaker, garbage and management; two pets are allowed. Cook Street Village and Dallas Road are a short walk, with scores of 97 for walking and 91 for transit.
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.
