Existing Apartment and Townhouse Complex
Located at 1821 & 1827 McKenzie Avenue in Saanich, Willowdene-Rosewood is a 15-unit townhouse and 44-unit apartment complex at the end of its service life and requires replacement. The townhouse and apartments complex will be redeveloped as a consolidated site known as 1800 McKenzie.
Proposed Redevelopment
The redevelopment proposes 259 units across three, six-storey buildings set atop a shared underground parkade. The proposed redevelopment is currently at the development permit application stage. The remodeling will provide a wide range of units from studios to four-bedrooms.
This redevelopment aims to modernize density, providing the community with housing options on a future rapid-transit route, near schools, active transportation, and other amenities.
The project is estimated for completion in Q2 2030.
Proposed Redevelopment
- Affordable rentals
- Mix of studio 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom units
- Underground parkade with EV charging stations
- Dedicated bike storage
- Amenity spaces and green space
- Close to public transportation
Project Updates
January 2, 2026: Public Information Session
December 11, 2025: Public Information Session
