The Best Place to Live in B.C. and the Territories
Look no further than Victoria's upscale and wealthier neighbour
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Look no further than Victoria's upscale and wealthier neighbour
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Some might argue it deserves this ranking for its views alone. From the tee box for the 9th hole at the Victoria Golf Club you have about a 270-degree view of the Juan de Fuca Strait. This district is so close to Victoria that you’d think you were in the same city, but for the fact they each have their own mayor. But there are some important differences that give Oak Bay a slight edge.Interactive Tool: Find where you should live in Canada
To be blunt, if Victoria were a Holiday Inn, Oak Bay would be the Four Seasons. Oak Bay is one of the most expensive communities in the country for real estate. Yet given the median income of nearly $100,000 in the district, it’s likely not much of a concern. That is almost double the average of its closest neighbour.Share this article Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Share on Reddit Share on Email