Saanich, Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands
Broadmead
A micro-neighbourhood within Saanich. This page focuses on location and housing character — for walkability, transit, climate, and safety metrics see the Saanich community page.
Active listings
31
Price range
$689K – $2.40M
Median
$1.50M
About Broadmead
Broadmead occupies the northern reach of Saanich, nestled between the Pat Bay Highway to the east and the rural lands approaching Central Saanich to the north. This established neighbourhood is roughly bounded by Royal Oak Drive to the south and extends toward McTavish Road, with Quadra Street forming part of its western edge. Broadmead's position places it conveniently close to both the Victoria International Airport and the surrounding agricultural landscapes, while remaining a short drive from the amenities of Royal Oak and the University of Victoria campus to the southwest. The neighbourhood's location gives it a somewhat quieter, semi-rural character compared to more central Saanich areas, even as it remains well-connected to the broader Greater Victoria region.
The housing stock in Broadmead is predominantly single-family homes on generously sized lots, lending the streetscape a spacious, established feel. Most residences date from the 1970s through the 1990s, with ranchers, split-levels, and two-storey family homes forming the backbone of the area's character. Tree-lined streets and mature landscaping contribute to a settled, peaceful ambiance. Current listings reflect this profile, with a mix of duplex conversions, a handful of townhouses and condominiums, and primarily detached houses averaging close to four bedrooms. Prices span a wide range from the high six hundreds into the low two millions, reflecting variations in size, condition, and lot dimensions across this family-oriented neighbourhood.
AI-authored, reviewed by Doug LeMaire, REALTOR®. General information only — not a substitute for professional advice.