Monckton
755 Humboldt St
Victoria, BC
Canada V8W 1B1
Details
Address | 4055 Zinnia Rd |
Area | Saanich West |
Sub Area | Strawberry Vale |
State/Province | British Columbia |
Country | Canada |
Price | $1,450,000 |
Property Type | Single Family |
Bedrooms | 4 |
Bathrooms | 3 |
Floor Space | 2348 Square Feet |
Lot Size | 12113.00 Square Feet |
Waterfront | No |
Year Built | 1916 |
Taxes | $6,467 |
Tax Year | 2024 |
Colisting Brokerage | NEWPORT REALTY LTD. |
MLS® # | 969082 |
This grand, turn of the century home (1916) retains the charm of a bygone era with its high ceilings and spacious well-appointed rooms. The front of the house faces west, privacy is ensured with it's high hedge and decorative cast iron gate way. The covered porch with it's pretty flowerpots is a perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or tea. The living room with it's natural wood wainscoting invites you to socialize with family and friends, in the winter you'll be kept cozy by the heat of airtight wood burning stove (WETT-Certified) and pocket doors. The kitchen was recently upgraded with new cupboards and drawer fronts, granite counter tops and range hood. You'll love the pantry! There is a cushioned window box in the kitchen to sit and read or to keep the cook company. If you wish to entertain, there is a formal dining room which can double as a very pleasant bedroom. Two east-facing covered decks run the length of the house providing pastoral views of the garden below and the green space of Panama Flats beyond which floods in the winter giving the illusion of a lake. The grounds are fully fenced. The wide main floor staircase leads you upstairs to two bedrooms under the eves and a blue and white tiled bathroom complete with a clawfoot tub. On the lower level are two more bright bedrooms, a 3-piece bathroom and laundry. There is definitely potential to develop a secondary suite. The lower veranda leads to the garden with established fruit trees. This house, one of the original of the area, is in a semi-rural setting. Located on the bus route to Camosun College, it is minutes from Victoria General Hospital. Elementary and high schools are within walking distance. This is an ideal family home!
Listed by RE/MAX CAMOSUN
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About
Thaddeus Monckton was born in Regina, Saskatchewan and comes from a long line of Irish farmers, some of whom remain in the farming industry today. From this background, Thaddeus has learned the value of hard work and perseverance. Thaddeus maintains a strong work ethic in everything he does, proven through his business and educational interests that have ranged from extensive Real Estate investment, to owning a Health Club and clothing company and establishing an International English Language College.
Growing up the eldest in a family of seven, Thaddeus took the lead and stood out as the person everyone turned to for anything they needed. He has always been actively involved in his community and continues to do so with his sons and family here in Victoria.
Education
Thaddeus studied at the University of Regina and was a football player with both the Regina Rams and the University of Saskatchewan Huskies. He had planned on a career as a pro football player, but then decided to pursue Education first. Thaddeus graduated with a Bachelor of Education degree in 1988 and began his teaching career in Victoria as a Physical Education instructor and coach. He went on to teach at many schools in Districts 61 through 63, as well as Maxwell International Bahai School and St. Michael's University School. Thaddeus also worked for the Government of BC as Provincial Coordinator of International Education, Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism.
In 1994, Thaddeus decided to pursue his Masters at San Diego State University. Shortly thereafter he returned to Victoria to establish the Pan Pacific International English College, which he owned and operated from 1997 to 2008.
Interests
Thaddeus has many sporting interests that include wakeboarding, surfing, rock-climbing, running and riding his on and off road motorcycles. Thaddeus got involved in acting at an early age and has continued that pursuit on a part-time basis. He has worked as an actor in film and TV, in both local and international productions in Victoria and Vancouver since 1988.
Victoria BC Real Estate
Over the years, Thaddeus has always been involved in buying and selling Real Estate. He has built homes, added suites to existing homes, done extensive renovations and owned multiple revenue properties in both Victoria and Vancouver. It is from this extensive Real Estate experience that Thaddeus now builds his full-time career as a Real Estate Agent, assisting people to buy and sell their homes and fulfill their goals and aspirations in the Real Estate industry.
Thaddeus looks forward to working with you, to providing you with his vast experience and knowledge, and ensuring that you receive the best quality service that goes above and beyond your expectations.