311 Palmer Stat
VR Six Mile View Royal V9B 6M2

$2,888,000
Residential beds: 4 baths: 4.0 4,157 sq. ft. built: 2007

Rear view of property with a patio and a sunroom
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Status:
Sold
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
988849
Sold Date:
Jun 30, 2025
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
4
Year Built:
2007
Experience the best of waterfront living in this impeccably maintained oceanfront home overlooking Coles Island. Built by Robert Quigg Developments in 2007, this custom-designed residence offers breathtaking ocean views from nearly every room, along with private beach access for ultimate coastal enjoyment. Featuring soaring 12-ft ceilings, solid oak flooring, a three-floor elevator, and an integrated speaker system, this home blends luxury with convenience. Outdoors, beautifully landscaped grounds include two fountains, premium lighting, and multiple seating areas designed for relaxation and entertainment. A temperature-controlled wine cellar, lower patio with TV connectivity, and hot/cold deck taps add to its thoughtful design. Just minutes from the Galloping Goose Trail, Thetis Lake, and Juan de Fuca Rec Center, this exceptional property is perfect for those who appreciate refined waterfront living.
Price:
$2,888,000
Dwelling Type:
Single Family Residence
Property Type:
Residential
Home Style:
Contemporary
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
4.0
Year Built:
2007
Floor Area:
4,157 sq. ft.
Lot Size:
12,937 sq. ft.
MLS® Num:
988849
Status:
Sold
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Entrance
16' × 9'
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
16' × 14'
Main Floor
Den
12' × 11'
Main Floor
Kitchen
17' × 13'
Main Floor
Living Room
21' × 15'
Main Floor
Dining Room
15' × 14'
Main Floor
Balcony
14' × 8'
Main Floor
Balcony
21' × 14'
2nd Floor
Garage
23' × 20'
2nd Floor
Entrance
14' × 9'
2nd Floor
Laundry
7' × 5'
Lower Level
Family Room
20' × 15'
Lower Level
Wine Room
8' × 6'
Lower Level
Den
12' × 10'
Lower Level
Bedroom
15' × 11'
Lower Level
Bedroom
14' × 12'
Lower Level
Workshop
23' × 20'
Lower Level
Bedroom
12' × 10'
Lower Level
Laundry
6' × 3'
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
5
5-Piece
Main Floor
No
2
2-Piece
Lower Level
No
3
3-Piece
Lower Level
No
3
3-Piece
  • Photo 1: 311 Palmer Stat in View Royal: VR Six Mile Single Family Residence for sale : MLS®# 988849
    Rear view of property with a patio and a sunroom
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    Back of property at dusk with a fire pit, a patio, a shingled roof, and a chimney
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    Back of house at dusk featuring a sunroom, stairs, a chimney, and a patio
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    View of yard featuring a water view
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    Rear view of property featuring roof with shingles, a chimney, and a patio
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    Property view of water
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    Rear view of house featuring a chimney and a patio
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    Balcony featuring a water view
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    View of yard
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    View of staircase
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    View of doorway to property
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    Foyer featuring light wood finished floors, visible vents, baseboards, crown molding, and a notable chandelier
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    Office area featuring ornamental molding, light wood-style floors, and baseboards
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    Sunroom with a chandelier
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    Details with wood finished floors
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    Kitchen featuring light stone counters, pendant lighting, a center island with sink, light wood finished floors, and appliances with stainless steel finishes
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    Kitchen featuring a sink, a center island with sink, brown cabinets, and a notable chandelier
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    Kitchen with light stone countertops, plenty of natural light, stainless steel gas cooktop, and crown molding
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    Sunroom / solarium with lofted ceiling and an inviting chandelier
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    Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, open floor plan, hanging light fixtures, a center island with sink, and glass insert cabinets
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    Dining space featuring a healthy amount of sunlight and a notable chandelier
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    Dining room featuring a notable chandelier, a healthy amount of sunlight, light wood-style floors, and crown molding
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    Dining area featuring crown molding, light wood-style floors, and an inviting chandelier
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    Kitchen with appliances with stainless steel finishes, light wood-style flooring, decorative backsplash, and light stone countertops
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    Kitchen featuring ornamental molding, brown cabinets, hanging light fixtures, stainless steel dishwasher, and a sink
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    Dining space with baseboards, ornamental molding, light wood-type flooring, a notable chandelier, and recessed lighting
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    Balcony featuring a water view
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    Living area with light wood-type flooring, ornamental molding, a textured ceiling, and a stone fireplace
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    View of details
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    Sunroom / solarium featuring vaulted ceiling and wooden ceiling
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    Property view of water
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    View of patio with a water view
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    View of patio featuring grilling area
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    Living area with a fireplace, crown molding, recessed lighting, light wood-style flooring, and baseboards
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    Details with a stone fireplace and baseboards
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    Living room with a stone fireplace, recessed lighting, wood finished floors, baseboards, and ornamental molding
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    Half bathroom featuring baseboards, vanity, and toilet
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    Hallway with elevator
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    Hallway with a skylight, baseboards, ornamental molding, and light tile patterned flooring
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    Bedroom featuring access to exterior, carpet, a water view, an inviting chandelier, and ornamental molding
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    View of room details
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    Bedroom featuring a glass covered fireplace, a water view, access to outside, carpet floors, and multiple windows
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    Carpeted bedroom with baseboards and crown molding
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    Bedroom with access to exterior
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    Bedroom featuring access to outside, a water view, and baseboards
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    Bedroom featuring an inviting chandelier, a tiled fireplace, baseboards, and crown molding
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    View of patio
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    Bathroom with crown molding, visible vents, vanity, a bath, and tile patterned floors
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    Bathroom featuring a tub with jets
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    Sunroom / solarium featuring a wealth of natural light, a water view, and wood ceiling
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    Sunroom featuring plenty of natural light, wood ceiling, and a notable chandelier
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    View of patio with a water view
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    View of yard with a fire pit, a patio, and a water view
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    View of patio / terrace with a water view and a fire pit
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    View of yard with a water view
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    Water view
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    Living room with a fireplace, ornamental molding, a textured ceiling, wood finished floors, and baseboards
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    Kitchen with a peninsula, black dishwasher, open floor plan, light stone countertops, and brown cabinetry
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    Workout room with carpet floors and baseboards
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    Bedroom featuring baseboards and light wood-style floors
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    Bedroom featuring baseboards and wood finished floors
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    Bathroom with visible vents, toilet, vanity, tile patterned flooring, and baseboards
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    Property view of water with a floating dock
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    Garage with baseboards and a garage door opener
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    Back of property with stairway, a patio, and a balcony
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    Drone / aerial view
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    Drone / aerial view featuring a water view and a view of trees
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    Property view of water
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    Rear view of property featuring a patio
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    View of front facade with a garage and concrete driveway
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    Back of property featuring roof with shingles, a chimney, and a patio area
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    Back of property featuring a patio area, a chimney, and an outdoor living space
Listed by The Agency, sold on June, 2025
Data was last updated July 4, 2025 at 06:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
24
Avg list price:
$919,450
Min list price:
$529,900
Max list price:
$1,500,000
Avg days on market:
48
Min days on market:
7
Max days on market:
452
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$567.32
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in VR Six Mile. Average values are derived using median calculations.
Stephanie Pink
Randi Masters
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