Downsizing

Quarterly

Summer 2026 /
Oak Bay

Resources

Artwork Appraisals

Alison Ross Appraisals provides expert valuation services for art and personal property in your home. Call Alison at 250-888-8537.

Photo Scanning & Organizing

Photo albums are amazing, however they can take up a lot of space. Digitally scanning your photos and slides mean you can keep your memories and share with family. Call Jill Phipps at 250-984-4044.

Selling/Consigning Furniture & Art

Super Chance Consignment in James Bay accepts west coast artwork, tools, brand name china, carpets, binoculars. and puzzles. Items to be pre-approved. Call 250-385-2523 or email superchancestore@gmail.com

Clothing Donations

WIN Donation Centre accepts: clothing, jewelry, purses, shoes, hats, linens, socks, mattresses, love seats, chairs, lamps, small appliances and books. Drop-offs accepted at 555 Ardersier Road, Tues-Sat 9:30-4:30pm.

Information Session

Downsizing, Real Estate and Your Health

We are hosting a free information session for seniors in our community. Our goal is to provide you with good information that will help you make smart decisions.

Navigating Your Next Steps

Come learn from 3 experienced and reputable professionals who focus on helping seniors considering a big transition. Topics include:

  • Downsizing your home and preparing to make a move.
  • Selling your home and getting it ready to sell doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
  • Take care of yourself by learning about personalized Health Care solutions in your home.

September 22, 1:00pm
Monterey Rec Centre | 1442 Monterey Ave
RSVP: 250-588-9954 or jay@jayherrick.com

Where to start?

Kickstart your downsize with help.

Jay & Kristy

We are senior-focused with over 18 years of experience.

Stress Free Downsizing Specialists

Oak Bay House Sales

$3,006,524
Uplands

$1,555,380
North Oak Bay

$2,019,705
South Oak Bay

$2,155,206
Estevan

$1,635,288
Henderson

Average Sale Prices for Single Family Homes in the last 12 months.

Summer Lovin’

Don’t forget to have some fun!

You can’t spend your whole summer thinking about downsizing! Be sure to get out and enjoy this beautiful Island.

Oak Bay Summer in the Park
August 6 & August 20, 6-7:30pm
Willows Beach Park
Free of charge

David Foster & Friends Anniversary
August 8, 7:30pm (go early!)
Victoria’s Inner Harbour
Free of charge

Bowker Creek Brush Up Art Show & Sale
August 9, 11am-4:30pm
Banks of Bowker Creek
Free of charge

The Guess Who
August 25, 7:30pm
Save on Foods Memorial
Tickets available online

Victoria Fringe Festival
August 26-September 6
Victoria’s Intrepid Theatre
Fringe Buttons $5 + tickets

Ask the experts

Where do I even start?

If you have been in your home for a long time and it is time to make a move, here is a checklist of things to consider:

Where are you going? A condo with no yard? A Retirement Community like Carlton House or Amica Somerset? Knowing the approximate size of the space you will be downsizing into will help you determine what items you need to keep.

Personal Items: Locate and sort important paperwork, financials, documents and valuables.

Furniture and Art: Identify and mark your favourite pieces that you want to keep. Sticky Notes or Painters Tape work perfectly!

Family & Friends: Allocate items you want to gift and establish timelines that work for you.

House Projects: Keep up with the regular maintenance of your property but do not take on any major projects or renovations.

Is it better to consign my furniture, sell it on Facebook Marketplace or auction it?

The answer depends on what is most important to you – money, ease or time. In general, Facebook Marketplace can likely make you the most money per item, but the process can be time-consuming. Detailed descriptions, measurements and excellent photos can certainly help!

Consignment Stores require a bit of legwork to find the right one for your items, but they can be a great option for some pieces. Currently, Mid Century Modern art and furniture that is Teak or Walnut are in high demand. Unique antiques, some estate china, Sterling Silver (.925) and high-quality items from brands like Restoration Hardware, Natuzzi, Dyson, Le Creuset cookware and Tupper-ware can sell very well.

If the path of least resistance is preferred, then working with a downsizing company that will manage all of the household items for you is your best bet. They have the ability to send items to Lunds Auctions, Heffel Fine Art Auction House, as well as sell regular household items like cake pans, tools, rugs and linens. Call Jill Phipps at Home Again at 250-984-4044.

Did you know?

Jay is a certified SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist). He is very experienced and can guide you through the unique process of downsizing and selling your home.

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