1628 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z3
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1628 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z3
1628 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z3
1628 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z3
1628 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z3
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Listed by Peter Crichton Sotheby's International Realty Canada
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1628 Government St Victoria, BC V8W 1Z3

4,444 SqFt


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Key Details

Property Type Commercial

Sub Type Retail

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Rent

Square Footage 4,444 sqft

MLS Listing ID 1025751

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1915

Property Sub-Type Retail

Property Description

Highly visible corner commercial opportunity in the heart of Victoria's historic Chinatown. Located beside the iconic Gate of Harmonious Interest, 1628 Government Street offers approximately 2,236 sq. ft. of prime main-level commercial space with exceptional exposure, strong year-round pedestrian activity, vehicle traffic, and prominent signage opportunities. The space is well-suited to a broad range of commercial uses, including retail, showroom, service, wellness, creative, or experiential concepts. Its central location places your business among established operators and cultural destinations, within easy walking distance of Old Town, downtown, and the Inner Harbour. Included at no additional charge is an accessible basement area of approximately 2,208 sq. ft., offering substantial added value for storage, staff areas, inventory, prep space, or ancillary uses. Providing approx. 4,444 sq. ft. of total usable space, with 2,236 sq.ft. rentable, enhancing overall functionality & value.

Location

Province BC

County Capital Regional District

Community Vi Downtown

Area Victoria

Direction Corner of Fisgard and Government Street.

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air

Cooling Air Conditioning, Wall Unit(s)

Flooring Concrete, Laminate, Linoleum, Mixed

Inclusions Electric, Gas

Fireplace No

Exterior

Exterior Feature Awning(s), Sign: Lighted

Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available

View Y/N No

Garage No

Building

Lot Description Central Location

Sewer Sewer Connected

Water Municipal

Others

Ownership Leasehold

Acceptable Financing None

Listing Terms None


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