Relocating to Victoria, BC? Your Real Estate Relocation Expert

Relocating to Victoria?

More than finding a home. It’s finding where you belong.

Moving to Greater Victoria means choosing much more than a property.

From Victoria and Oak Bay to Saanich, the Saanich Peninsula and the surrounding communities,

it’s about finding the location, lifestyle and home that are right for the way you want to live.

With local knowledge and personalized guidance,

I’ll help you explore Greater Victoria’s diverse communities,

understand the local real estate market and make your move with confidence.

LET’S START THE CONVERSATION

Where in Greater Victoria is right for you?

Greater Victoria offers an incredible variety of places to call home — from vibrant urban neighbourhoods and established residential communities to seaside towns and more rural settings.

Finding the right fit starts with understanding what matters to you. Your lifestyle, budget, priorities and plans for the future all help shape where we begin.

The right move starts with understanding how you want to live.

I’ll help you compare communities, understand the trade-offs and narrow your search so that when we start looking at homes, we’re looking in the places that truly make sense for you.

The right move starts with understanding how you want to live.

UNDERSTAND YOUR LIFESTYLE

We’ll talk about what’s bringing you to Greater Victoria, how you want to live, your priorities, budget and timeline. This will help us define what's the right move looks like.

EXPLORE GREATER VICTORIA

We’ll explore communities, neighbourhoods and properties while helping you understand the local market and the trade-offs of each option.

FINDING

YOUR NEXT HOME

From finding the right home to making it yours I’ll guide you through viewings, market value, offers and due diligence, coordinate the details and connect you with trusted local resources as you settle into Greater Victoria.

EXPLORE GREATER VICTORIA

Different communities. Different lifestyles. One remarkable place to call home.

From vibrant urban neighbourhoods to established residential communities, seaside towns and rural settings, Greater Victoria offers an extraordinary variety of places to live. Explore the areas below and begin discovering where life might feel right for you.

VICTORIA & URBAN LIVING

Downtown · James Bay · Fairfield ·

Vic West · Songhees

OAK BAY & SAANICH

Oak Bay · Cordova Bay ·

Broadmead · Gordon Head

THE SAANICH PENINSULA

Central Saanich · Brentwood Bay ·

Sidney · North Saanich

Your move, thoughtfully planned

Relocating involves more than coordinating a home search. From our first conversation, I’ll help you understand your options, narrow the communities that fit your lifestyle and make the most of your time in Victoria. Whether you're beginning your search from afar or ready to explore in person, every step is thoughtfully planned around you.

PLANNING YOUR MOVE FROM AFAR

There’s more to a relocation than finding the right home.

Relocating to Greater Victoria can involve many moving pieces, particularly when you're coming from another province, the United States or abroad.

Financing, banking, tax considerations, immigration or residency requirements and the logistics of purchasing from a distance may all influence how and when you make your move.

I’ll help you look at the bigger picture early in the process, identify the questions that need to be answered and, when needed, connect you with trusted local professionals who can provide the appropriate legal, financial, mortgage, tax or cross-border advice.

At the same time, we can begin exploring communities and properties remotely, narrowing the possibilities before you arrive. When you're ready to visit, your time in Greater Victoria can be focused on the places and homes that genuinely fit your plans.

PLANNING YOUR MOVE FROM AFAR

There’s more to a relocation than finding the right home.

Relocating to Greater Victoria can involve many moving pieces, particularly when you're coming from another province, the United States or abroad.

Financing, banking, tax considerations, immigration or residency requirements and the logistics of purchasing from a distance may all influence how and when you make your move.

REVIEWS

After living in our 4,000 square foot family home for over 30 years, my husband and I decided to downsize and move from Alberta to Vancouver Island. It was a very difficult decision for us on many different levels. We were extremely fortunate to have Catherine as our real estate agent finding our new home in BC. Not only is she very knowledgeable about the local real estate market, she patiently listened and responded to what we wanted and needed. She helped us find the perfect home in Sidney (after looking at many possibilities). We are now very happy in our new home and our new life in BC. I was in an accident the day after our offer was accepted and ended up in hospital for six weeks. During that time, knowing that Catherine was handling things at this end meant my husband could concentrate on preparing our home for sale, downsizing, packing and moving to our new home. It was a very stressful time for us, and I will always be grateful that we had an agent who is as competent, understanding, helpful and professional as Catherine. I hope she now considers us good friends, because that is how we think of her.

Carol McLaughlin

I have moved several times to different cities. Catherine is the best realtor I have had. She is very professional and personable. She only showed me properties that met my specifications but was also able to help me explore what my needs might be while down sizing and moving to a new city. She goes the extra mile by being present and available for questions as needed when showing a home, but is not intrusive. She is very knowledgeable about the market on Vancouver Island and had lots of connections to help me through the entire process to make the move smoother and less stressful including inspections, renovations and down sizing. It was a real pleasure working with her and I recommend her to anyone selling or buying a home.

Catherine Bell

We've worked with Catherine three times now - two purchases and a sale. She is extremely professional and knowledgeable, but she goes out of her way to build a personal relationship as well. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a realtor in Victoria.

Jennifer Ashmore

Thinking about making Victoria your next home?

Whether you're just beginning to consider a move or already planning your relocation, we can start with a conversation about what you're looking for, what matters to you and what questions you need answered.

There’s no need to have everything figured out. I’ll help you understand your options and determine the best next step for your move to Greater Victoria.

+1(250) 893-3308

catherine.potin@engelvoelkers.com

2249 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, CAN

Catherine Potin |Your Relocation Partner

A Bespoke Approach to Real Estate