Peter Crichton

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1628 Government St
Vi Downtown Victoria V8W 1Z3

$32 /sqft
Commercial Lease built: 1915

Quonleys Market
Photo 1: 1628 Government St in Victoria: Vi Downtown Retail for lease : MLS®# 1025751
Photo 2: 1628 Government St in Victoria: Vi Downtown Retail for lease : MLS®# 1025751
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Status:
For Lease
Prop. Type:
Commercial Lease
MLS® Num:
1025751
Year Built:
1915
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.
Property Type:
Commercial Lease
Type:
Retail
Commercial Type:
Building
Year built:
1915 (Age: 111)
Lease Type:
Absolute Net
Additional Rent Per SqFt:
29.0
Listing General Location:
Vi Downtown, Victoria
Bathrooms:
- (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
0 sq. ft.
Building Features:
Basement
Construction:
Brick, Glass
Electricity:
Yes
Ceiling Heights:
15'
Floor finish:
Concrete, Laminate, Linoleum, Mixed
Total Building Area:
4,444 sq. ft.
Leasable Area:
2,236 sq. ft.
Commercial Area:
Downtown
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer Connected
Cooling:
Air Conditioning, Wall Unit(s)
Heating:
Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air
Fireplace:
No
Electric, Gas
Awning(s), Sign: Lighted
Corner of Fisgard and Government Street.
Main Level
Financing Notes:
None
Assessed:
4920000.0
Assessment year:
2026
Legal Description:
LOT A, Plan VIP17268, Victoria Land District PID: 003-944-999
Occupancy:
Vacant
Utilities:
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available
Lot Site Features:
Central Location
Business Type:
Retail
  • Photo 1: 1628 Government St in Victoria: Vi Downtown Retail for lease : MLS®# 1025751
    Quonleys Market
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    Main floor
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    Main floor
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    Main floor
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    Main floor
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    Mezzanine
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    Mezzanine
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    Mezzanine
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    Basement stairwell
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    Basement
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    Basement
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    Basement
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    Main floor
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    Basement
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    Basement
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    Basement
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    Basement
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    Basement
Listed by Peter Crichton of Sotheby's International Realty Canada
Data was last updated February 12, 2026 at 04:05 AM (UTC)
PETER CRICHTON
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