Monckton
755 Humboldt St
Victoria, BC
Canada V8W 1B1
Details
Address | 5223 Santa Clara Ave |
Area | Saanich East |
Sub Area | Cordova Bay |
State/Province | British Columbia |
Country | Canada |
Price | $1,825,000 |
Property Type | Single Family |
Bedrooms | 5 |
Bathrooms | 3 |
Floor Space | 2761 Square Feet |
Lot Size | 63597.00 Square Feet |
Waterfront | No |
Year Built | 1939 |
Taxes | $6,323 |
Tax Year | 2023 |
MLS® # | 976211 |
Tucked away on 1.5 acres in the heart of Cordova Bay, this delightful retreat combines the convenience of city living with the serenity of a country setting. This charming, updated 4-bedroom home boasts a stylish kitchen featuring quartz countertops. Gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the main living spaces. The home offers 2 spacious bedrooms on the main level, with 2 bedrooms upstairs. The full walkout lower level includes a family room and plenty of flexible space for your ideas. Bright and sunny throughout, the home opens onto a garden perfect for outdoor dining. A separate one bed detached suite is situated behind the double garage. This gardener’s dream includes apple, cherry, fig, hazelnut, plum, pecan and apricot trees, as well as a greenhouse. Beautiful spring garden of magnolia trees underplanted with flowering spring bulbs. Large, irrigated vegetable garden, organically gardened. Ample parking, storage, & solar panels make this property both practical and eco-friendly.
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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.