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The buyers were attracted to many extras throughout spacious five- bedroom residence
A custom- built Point Grey home with a wine cellar, built- in entertainment system and one- bedroom basement suite sells for more than $ 3.2 million.
4656 West 13th Ave., Vancouver
Type: Five- bedroom, four- bathroom detached Size: 3,727 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2012: $ 2,863,000 Listed for: $ 3,208,000 Sold for: $ 3,288,000 Sold on: Sept. 17 Days on market: 74 Listing agent: Colette Gerber at RE/ MAX Select Properties Buyers’ agent: Patricia Pannu at Selmak Realty The big sell: According to listing agent Colette Gerber, it was the impressive range of custom extras that the sellers had installed that proved the tipping point for the buyers. The home was built in 2009 to high environmental standards, with geothermal heating and air conditioning, an air filtration system, an induction cooktop, and mesquite hardwood flooring from an ecologically sustainable forest in South America — all of which contributed to an EnerGuide rating of 85. ( According to Natural Resources Canada, a rating of 80 or higher is “excellent”). Additional features include a built- in Russound entertainment system, a wine cellar, a built- in vacuum system, the balance of the 2/ 5/ 10- year new- build warranty, and a one- bedroom basement suite. Proximity to some of Vancouver’s top schools, shopping, and transportation links rounded out the buyers’ wish list.
East Vancouver penthouse unit has enviable views
401- 5488 Cecil St., Vancouver Type: One- bedroom, one- bathroom apartment Size: 633 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2012: $ 306,000 Listed for: $ 312,000 Sold for: $ 310,000 Sold on: Oct. 1 Days on market: 37 Listing agent: Lola Bradfield at RE/ MAX Central Buyers’ agent: Trina Quan at Sutton Group – West Coast Realty The big sell: This penthouse apartment in East Vancouver’s Collingwood neighbourhood has a double aspect due to its corner position, allowing the home to take full advantage of 180- degree views that span the North Shore Mountains and city skyline. Its location near Kingsway means that downtown Vancouver and Metrotown are within easy access, as well as numerous recreational opportunities at nearby parks, and convenient transportation through proximate bus and SkyTrain routes. The interior has an efficient layout with high ceilings, oversized windows, two separate decks for entertaining and relaxation, hardwood flooring, granite countertops, stainless- steel appliances, pendant lighting, in- suite laundry and ample built- in storage. The building was constructed in 2008 and consists of four levels and 23 units. There is underground parking, and the strata allows pets and rentals.
South Surrey home has large appeal
2918 144th St., Surrey Type: Four- bedroom, three- bathroom detached Size: 2,918 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2012: $ 1,108,000 Listed for: $ 1,249,000 Sold for: $ 1,195,000 Sold on: Sept. 14 Days on market: 66 Listing agent: Sharon Williams at Macdonald Realty Buyers’ agent: Linda Milligan at Bay Realty The big sell: With a lot size of almost 14,000 square feet, this gated, executive home in South Surrey’s Elgin Chantrell neighbourhood offers a retreat- like setting. The yard is matured and beautifully landscaped, and contains an entertainment- sized deck at the rear of the property with numerous seating options and an outdoor hot tub. The driveway leads to a double garage that can fit three cars, and there is a generous amount of outside parking which can easily accommodate larger vehicles. The interior is spacious and has vaulted ceilings in the living room, a formal dining room and a refurbished kitchen with ample creamcoloured cabinetry, granite counters, an eating bar, built- in appliances, and access to the adjoining family room, which has coffered ceiling and a gas fireplace. The 23- by- 13- foot master bedroom has a sitting area, large walkin closet and renovated ensuite.