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Last updated 2026-07-07Photo: Michael Ayukawa via Google
Retirement Home

Chown Place - Gorge View Society

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11 Chown Pl, Victoria, BC V9A 1H5, Canada, Victoria, British Columbia

4.5(2 reviews)
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About This Community

Non-profit independent living housing for seniors and families in Victoria's Burnside Gorge neighbourhood. Offers subsidized and affordable bachelor, one, two and three bedroom units.

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Senior Care Path Summary

Chown Place, operated by Gorge View Society, has provided independent living for seniors since 1956. Located in the Burnside Gorge neighbourhood, it offers subsidized bachelor or one bedroom homes for seniors, and affordable units for individuals, couples and families.

The site originally an orchard features various housing options with on-site property maintenance.

Residents enjoy communal amenities including a community hall with kitchen and entertainment facilities, raised garden beds for growing food, and limited on-site and street parking.

The facility emphasizes independent living and is close to local shops, banks, pharmacies and the Gorge Urgent and Primary Care Centre.

Staff-to-resident ratio: awaiting confirmation

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Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed 2026-07-07.

Who This Community Is Best For

Ideal For

  • Seniors 60 years and older
  • Families with children

Consider Alternatives For

  • Seniors who need 24-hour nursing or complex medical care
  • Those who need secure dementia care

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Google Reviews

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4.5

2 Google reviews

Most recent reviews

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    Michael Ayukawa

    3 years ago · via Google

    Construction of the new building almost complete. This is the first of several phases that would largely replace all of the single story townhomes in the complex. It is a nice area that doesn’t seem to suffer spill over from transients.

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Chown Place - Gorge View Society holds a strong 4.5-star rating across 2 Google reviews.

Amenities

  • Community hall
  • Kitchen facilities
  • Pool table
  • Piano
  • Sound system
  • Raised garden beds
  • Community garden
  • On-site property maintenance
  • Limited parking

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Key Features

  • Subsidized and affordable housing
  • Non-profit
  • Independent living requirement
  • No pets or smoking allowed
  • On-site maintenance

Accommodation Options

Bachelor units
One bedroom units
Two bedroom units (one fully accessible)
Three bedroom units

Starting from $2,250/month

Location

11 Chown Pl, Victoria, BC V9A 1H5, Canada, Victoria, British Columbia V9A 1H5

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