Sold ( Bought)
Residence is close to the beach and downtown, and is zoned to accommodate two dwellings
A century- old Kits Point home that retains many of its charming original features has found itself a new owner. The price: $ 1.7 million.
1228 Maple St., Vancouver
Type: Three- bedroom, two- bathroom detached Size: 3,642 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2013: $ 1,830,000 Listed for: $ 1,998,800 Sold for: $ 1,700,000 Sold on: Nov. 21 Days on market: 63 Listing agent: Karim Virani at Virani Real Estate Advisors Buyer’s agent: Karim Virani at Virani Real Estate Advisors The big sell: This 100- year- old home on Kits Point reflects a piece of Vancouver’s history with many original features such as leadpaned glass, mouldings, hardwood floors, and a brick- surround woodburning fireplace in the living room. There are period radiators, french doors, walk- in closets in each of the three bedrooms, and a reading nook that overlooks the garden in the master suite. The three- level house sits on a 66- by60- foot corner lot and is bathed in light through the east- south- west aspect. The front door is accessed via a covered porch that spans the width of the house, while an unfinished basement provides more than 1,300 square feet of design possibilities. The property has RT- 9 zoning which, according to the City of Vancouver’s website, allows for a two- family dwelling. It is also steps from the beach and shops and not far from downtown.
Custom- built South Surrey home has executive charm
2089 136A St., South Surrey Type: Five- bedroom, six- bathroom detached Size: 6,131 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2013: $ 2,378,000 Listed for: $ 2,548,900 Sold for: $ 2,300,000 Sold on: Nov. 23 Days on market: 18 Listing agent: John Mele at Royal LePage Westgard Realty Buyers agent: Wenning Cai at RE/ MAX Colonial Pacific Realty The big sell: This custom- built executive home in South Surrey’s Chantrell Heights neighbourhood was completed in 2010 and features more than 6,000 square feet of quality finishing. According to listing agent John Mele, the main selling points — other than the interior design — were the cul- desac location, the Chantrell school catchment area, and the walkout basement with a recreation room, gym, media room and storage. As well, there is a detached garage and a pool house. The chef’s kitchen adjoins both a large eating area and a great room that features a bank of windows that showcase the 15,000- square- foot lot, which has a hot tub and koi pond. Other highlights include hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, expansive covered decks, five fireplaces, recessed lighting, a built- in vacuum system, a security system and parking for eight cars.
Waterfront Ladner condo sells to first viewers
106- 4753 West River Road, Ladner Type: Two- bedroom, two- bathroom apartment Size: 1,345 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2013: $ 398,000 Listed for: $ 425,000 Sold for: $ 420,000 Sold on: Nov. 23 Days on market: 34 Listing agent: Harris First at Macdonald Realty Westmar Buyer’s agent: Jane Meadows at RE/ MAX Progroup Realty The big sell: One of the previous owners of this two- bedroom condo in Ladner’s River West complex was an interior designer who incorporated such distinctive features as a marble fireplace, designer colour scheme and upgraded flooring and blinds. The kitchen is open to the dining and living room, which has sliding glass doors that lead out to the private balcony. According to listing agent Harris First, the first people to view the home put in an offer that resulted in a deal. River West has an age restriction of 19 and over and includes a sauna, a hot tub, a workshop and a gym. The complex was built in 1988 and overlooks the Fraser River and the adjacent marina. Ladner Village is a short walk away where there are restaurants and boutique shops, as well as golf, hiking and biking trails for more strenuous activities.