Cosy executive enclave nestled in nature
Townhome on Port Moody’s Heritage Mountain boasts beautiful views and updated decor
101 — 101 Parkside Dr., Port Moody Type: 4- bedroom, 4- bathroom townhouse Size: 2,832 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2014: $ 591,000 Listed for: $ 652,000 Sold for: $ 638,000 Sold on: March 26 Days on market: 24 Listing agent: Elaine Benson at RE/ MAX All Points Realty Buyers agent: David Kim at Sutton Group — West Coast Realty The big sell: Port Moody’s Heritage Mountain is home to the Treetops complex, an enclave of executive townhomes built in 1993 and boasting recent upgrades to the roofing and gutter system. At a little under 3,000 square feet, this home has a spacious interior divided over three floors. There are three bedrooms on the upper floor, including a 15- by-14- foot master. Beautiful views of the landscaped garden and patio can be enjoyed from the living area on the main floor. A bedroom, partly finished recreation room and hobby room that could be used as a fifth bedroom are on the lowest floor. The home has many highlights, including expansive windows, slate flooring in the basement entrance and up the stairs to the main level, newer appliances, fresh paintwork, two gas fireplaces and an updated furnace and hot water tank. Residents of Treetops have access to an indoor swimming pool, a spa and a gym in the amenity centre, as well as numerous walking trails. The monthly maintenance fee for this home is $ 301.
Commercial Drive townhome sells over asking
1 — 1624 Grant St., Vancouver Type: 3- bedroom, 3- bathroom townhouse Size: 1,548 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2014: $ 753,000 Listed for: $ 799,800 Sold for: $ 830,000 Sold on: March 19 Days on market: 7 Listing agent: Jennifer Ricci and Lori Rowe at Macdonald Realty Buyers agent: Jeff Poh at Coldwell Banker Westburn Realty The big sell: This three- level rear- unit townhouse overlooks the private fenced garden patio, where there is plenty of room for entertaining, as well as an attractive arbour and an irrigation system for the plants. The home forms part of Grant’s Place, a series of heritage- style townhomes built in 2009 in the heart of Commercial Drive. The open- concept interior has nine- foot ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, a gas fireplace, and a gourmet kitchen with mahogany- coloured cabinets, contrasting white subway tile backsplash, granite countertops and a centre island with built- in cupboards. There are two bedrooms on the second floor. The master is on the top level alongside a walk- in closet, ensuite bathroom and French doors that lead to a private balcony. The home features ample storage space, and is located on a quiet street close to the myriad amenities on Commercial Drive. The monthly maintenance fee for this home is $ 175.82.
New Westminster home enjoys a spacious lot
1037 Nanaimo St., New Westminster Type: 4- bedroom, 2- bathroom detached Size: 2,109 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2014: $ 670,800 Listed for: $ 749,000 Sold for: $ 710,500 Sold on: March 23 Days on market: 19 Listing agent: Leslie Gray at RE/ MAX Central Buyers agent: Harpreet Dhillon at Omax Realty The big sell: According to listing agent Leslie Gray, a large lot size of 8,626 square feet was one of the main draws of this property in New Westminster’s Moody Park neighbourhood. The home is on a gentle slope above the sidewalk with a southeasterly exposure, which allows for an abundance of natural light year round. It has had the same ownership for more than 40 years and has benefited from a few key updates, namely the installation of double glazed windows and upgrades to the roof. The interior features three bedrooms on the main floor and a onebedroom mortgage- helping suite in the basement. The principal reception rooms are spacious and include separate living and dining rooms, as well as a family room that accesses the private fenced rear garden, with its mature trees and bushes. There is a recreation room in the basement, and a double garage at the side of the house.