$2,275 · Spacious 2 bedroom lower suite with large sunken living room

Available October 1, this 2 bedroom suite on lower floor of house features modern finishes including recessed lighting, brushed steel bathroom fixtures, and engineered hardwood floors. Spacious at 1300 sq ft, with an open kitchen-dining area and a large sunken living room, which could be partitioned into two spaces (eg. bed or desk at one end, TV and couch at other). In-suite laundry, with newer front loading machines. High speed fibre optic wifi included. Tenant responsible for 50% of Hydro bill on top of rent. On a quiet street with a Walk Score of 83. Just one block from Oak Bay Village, and steps to the Fort and Foul Bay shopping centre as well as Oak Bay Rec. Minutes from some of the best schools and parks, as well as the Jubilee Hospital. Redfern Park is two doors down -- you can see it from the house. Close to downtown, Camosun, and UVic. Ceilings low: 6'3" except in sunken living room, which is 7'4". Well connected to Victoria's bike lane network. Access to paved outdoor terrace (rest of yard for upstairs use). Plenty of on street parking in quiet residential only parking zone. Storage cellar off second bedroom (see floor plan). No smoking/vaping. Landlord occupying upstairs suite with two young kids (3 and 5) -- will be mindful and respectful of lower tenant, but expect some noise transfer at times when they're not at school/daycare. No dogs. Indoor cat allowed, with pet deposit (1/2 month's rent). If interested, please email and tell us a little about yourself. Must be willing to provide references for previous landlords and employer (or other proof of sufficient funds). One year lease. Could work for a family, a couple, 2 roommates, a couple + 1 roommate. Not suitable for 3 unrelated roommates (due to insurance restrictions). We are just purchasing this home, gaining possession September 30. Cannot arrange showings until that time.