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John Muir is a residential sub-neighbourhood situated in the eastern portion of Sooke, positioned inland from the waterfront along Sooke Road. This area lies roughly between Otter Point Road to the east and the more central parts of Sooke to the west, occupying gently sloping terrain that transitions from the forested edges of Greater Victoria toward Sooke's developing core. John Muir sits adjacent to other eastern Sooke neighbourhoods, serving as a quiet residential pocket where families and retirees enjoy a more spacious, semi-rural setting while remaining accessible to Sooke's amenities and services along the main corridor. The housing character in John Muir reflects a blend of established single-family homes and newer developments on larger, treed lots that preserve the area's natural ambiance. Many properties date from the past few decades, with a mix of modest ranchers, split-level designs, and contemporary builds that take advantage of the wooded surroundings. The streetscape feels relaxed and lightly developed, with homes spaced generously and a prevailing sense of privacy. Current listings illustrate the neighbourhood's diversity, ranging from vacant land parcels ready for custom builds to duplexes, manufactured homes, and traditional houses averaging two to three bedrooms. Prices span a broad spectrum from under $200,000 for land or manufactured options to over $2 million for newer or extensively upgraded properties, reflecting the mix of housing types and lot sizes that define this peaceful enclave.

AI-authored, reviewed by Doug LeMaire, REALTOR®. General information only — not a substitute for professional advice.