Oceana Villa at 1280 Fir Street: A White Rock Condo Worth a Closer Look
If you're searching for a low-rise condo in the heart of White Rock where daily errands, the beach, and the town centre are all within walking distance, Oceana Villa at 1280 Fir Street deserves a spot on your shortlist. This 39-unit, four-storey building was completed in 1987 and has been steadily updated, making it an appealing option for downsizers, first-time buyers, and investors alike.
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Building Overview
- Address: 1280 Fir Street, White Rock
- Year built: 1987
- Total units: 39
- Building type: Lowrise (four storeys)
- Neighbourhood: White Rock
With just 39 homes, Oceana Villa offers a quieter, more intimate community feel than the large concrete towers closer to the waterfront. Fewer units generally means fewer neighbours in the elevator, a closer-knit strata, and often a more predictable approach to building management.
Open-Concept Layouts and Natural Light
One of the standout features of Oceana Villa is its floor plans. The units are described as spacious, with open-concept layouts designed for maximum functionality. Large windows allow a generous flow of natural light through the living spaces, which is a big plus in a coastal community where grey winter days are common.
For buyers coming from older, compartmentalized condos, the open layout makes entertaining and everyday living feel noticeably more comfortable, and it makes furnishing the space easier too.
Recent Building Updates
Age is always a question with a 1987 building, so the improvements here matter. Oceana Villa has seen several significant upgrades:
- New roof — one of the largest capital expenses in any strata, already addressed
- Updated elevator — important for a four-storey building and a key convenience for anyone with mobility concerns or groceries to carry
- Redecorated hallways — a fresh, modern look for common areas
When evaluating any older condo, ask your realtor to review the strata minutes, depreciation report, and contingency reserve fund. Having the roof and elevator handled reduces the risk of large special assessments down the road, which is a meaningful advantage in this price tier.
Location: Walk to Everything
The real draw of Oceana Villa is where it sits. Located in the heart of White Rock, residents are only steps from:
- White Rock Beach and the famous promenade and pier
- Semiahmoo Mall for groceries and everyday shopping
- Johnston Street with its cafes, shops, and restaurants
- Local services, including the library
This is true walkable living, something that's increasingly rare and valuable on the Semiahmoo Peninsula. For retirees, it can mean giving up the second car. For younger buyers, it means a lifestyle that revolves around the beach, patios, and the town centre rather than long commutes.
How White Rock Pricing Compares
White Rock currently has roughly 329 active listings, with an average price around $1.58 million across all property types. Condos like those at Oceana Villa sit well below that blended average, since the figure includes detached homes and luxury waterfront properties. For buyers priced out of single-family homes in White Rock, Crescent Beach / Ocean Park (average around $2.4 million), or Elgin Chantrell (average over $3.1 million), a walkable condo in the town centre offers an accessible way into the neighbourhood.
Who Is Oceana Villa Best For?
- Downsizers who want to stay in White Rock but trade yard work for a lock-and-leave lifestyle
- First-time buyers seeking a walkable location with good bones and solid building updates
- Investors targeting a central rental location close to the beach and amenities
- Snowbirds who value a manageable, secure home base
Explore More Condos in White Rock
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Next Steps
Oceana Villa combines a prime White Rock location with practical building upgrades and bright, open floor plans. Visit the Oceana Villa building page to view current availability, then contact us to book a showing or request a personalized market analysis for a unit in the building.