WEST VAN HOME ATTRACTS CONSIDERABLE ATTENTION
More than a hundred people attend open houses before unit sells for $1.32 million
4-1786 ESQUIMALT AVE., WEST VANCOUVER
Type: Three-bedroom, threebathroom townhouse
Size: 1,660 square feet
B.C. assessment: $1,103,000
Listed for: $1,088,000
Sold for: $1,320,000
Sold on: April 2
Days on market: Five
Listing agent: Stan van Woerkens at ReMax Crest Realty
Buyer’s agent: Shannon McNulty at ReMax Real Estate Services
The big sell: Listing agent Stan van Woerkens reports that 115 interested parties attended the open houses for this three-level townhome, which has the largest floor plan of the eight units in the building and a position that overlooks a creek and a greenbelt. The property was built in 1980 in the Ambleside neighbourhood, close to transport, shopping, schools, recreation and the Centennial Seawalk. The interior was renovated in 2015 and has laminate flooring with grey tones on the main level, neutral paintwork that highlights feature walls, and an eat-in kitchen with white Shaker-style cabinets and matching appliances that contrast with a darker countertop. There is a corner gas fireplace, plenty of closet space, two bedrooms upstairs and three balconies to choose from for relaxation and entertaining. The home comes with two parking stalls and a storage locker, and its monthly maintenance fee is $528. Pets and rentals are permitted.
410-456 MOBERLY RD., VANCOUVER
Type: Two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment
Size: 836 square feet
B.C. assessment: $842,000
Listed for: $924,500
Sold for: $879,000
Sold on: Feb. 5
Days on market: 20
Listing agent: Lori Rowe at Macdonald Realty
Buyer’s agent: Donna Leyland at ReMax Select Properties
The big sell: The waterfront location of this False Creek apartment, coupled with its renovated interior, were the big selling features, according to listing agent Lori Rowe. Another major attraction was a freehold title, which can be a scarcity in this neighbourhood. Garden, lagoon, marina and city views are on offer from the unit’s fourth-floor position, while the inside has hardwood floors, granite countertops, porcelain tiles and new stainless-steel appliances (including an upgraded washer-dryer). The bathroom has a soaker tub and there are floor-to-ceiling wardrobe systems in each of the two bedrooms, as well as designer lighting and paintwork and a covered balcony. The building — Pacific Cove — was completely rainscreened in 2012, re-piped and has an updated roof. There are 143 units in the building and the strata permits pets and rentals, although both have some restrictions. The monthly maintenance fee is $315.17.
15238 VICTORIA AVE., WHITE ROCK
Type: Four-bedroom, four-bathroom detached
Size: 2,926 square feet
B.C. assessment: $1,549,000
Listed for: $1,499,900
Sold for: $1,495,000
Sold on: Feb. 19 Days on market: 124
Listing agent: Mayur Arora at oneflatfee.ca
Buyer’s agent: Joanne Taylor at Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
The big sell: One of the highlights of this White Rock property is its location on the crest of a hill, which provides unobstructed panoramic ocean views from decks on all three levels. The house was built in 1987 and has undergone a number of updates, mainly to big-ticket items. A new roof was installed 2015 and an upgraded furnace in 2012. A one-bedroom suite on the lowest level with nine-foot ceilings was updated in 2012. The main floor comprises the principal reception rooms with an original kitchen that has white cabinets and a stainless-steel fridgefreezer and oven, a large living room with over-height windows, a den that could be used as an office or hobby room and a laundry room. The top floor has three bedrooms, including one that has sliding glass doors that lead to a deck. The 2,950-square-foot lot has open parking for six vehicles. White Rock’s promenade, beachfront eateries and pier are within walking distance.