About the building
Tresah (East) is a 6-storey residential building located in Victoria's Midtown district, adjacent to the Galloping Goose Trail and the upcoming Tresah West tower. Completed in 2023, this wood-frame mid-rise features 68 modern residences with warm white facades and brick-clad bases. Residents enjoy convenient access to Mayfair Shopping Centre and sustainable amenities, including two on-site Modo car share vehicles, secure bike storage, and a dog-friendly policy.
Tresah East was developed and built by Mike Geric Construction with D'Ambrosio Architecture + Urbanism as architect, and passed its final City inspection in late 2023 after nearly three years of construction; residents moved in from November 1 of that year and the building sold out. The 68 homes are heavily weighted to compact plans, with 41 studios, 22 one-bedrooms and five two-bedrooms, and eight of them are held as rentals.
The site shares a green courtyard with a timber pavilion, a grass dog-walk area and a Modo car-share stall, and the underground parkade serving both Tresah phases holds 127 vehicles and 211 bikes. Tresah West, the 12-storey tower rising beside it, is a separate building. Geric's earlier Brizo 19 sits on the same street. Douglas Street, a designated future rapid-transit corridor, is a block away, with Mayfair Shopping Centre, Topaz Park and the Galloping Goose all within a few minutes on foot.
About Burnside
Burnside is the MLS name for Victoria's Burnside-Gorge neighbourhood, roughly the area between Tolmie Avenue, Blanshard Street, Chatham Street and the Gorge waterfront west of Harriet Road. It is the most mixed neighbourhood in the city: a large industrial and commercial district around Rock Bay and the Douglas Street corridor, stable residential pockets in the northwest, and new apartment and condominium buildings going up along Gorge Road, Burnside Road and the Selkirk waterfront. The City's plan calls for most of Victoria's future growth to land on the Douglas Street corridor, which is also the planned rapid-transit spine.
Mayfair Shopping Centre is the retail anchor and is designated a town centre, Selkirk Village on the Gorge is a smaller urban village, and the Burnside Gorge Community Centre is on Cecelia Road. Gorge Park, Cecelia Ravine and Arbutus Park give the area more green space than its reputation suggests, and Point Ellice House on Pleasant Street is a national historic site. Phillips, Vancouver Island, Driftwood, Hoyne and Moon Under Water breweries are all within a short walk of each other, which has made the area a stop on the BC Ale Trail. The Galloping Goose crosses the waterway on the Selkirk Trestle, and the Inner Harbour is about twenty minutes on foot.
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.
