British Properties home scores on design
Built in 2012, residence has stylish interior, impressive outdoor space
Type: 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom detached Size: 5,470 sq. ft. B.C. Assessment, 2015: $3,827,000 Listed for: $5,988,000 Sold for: $5,280,000 Sold on: July 17 Days on market: 80 Listing agent: Haneef Virani at Virani Real Estate Advisors Buyers agent: Linda Qin at Macdonald Realty Westmar The big sell: The setting for this two-level contemporary home is a 15,000-square-foot level lot on a cul-de-sac in West Vancouver’s British Properties, which boasts some of the most spectacular properties in the city. It was built in 2012 by Paramax Homes with a detailed eye on top-of-the-line materials and finishes. Hardwood floors flow throughout both levels, while soaring ceilings accentuate feature walls and provide height for transom windows. The kitchen has a waterfall countertop on the centre island, a “floating” staircase leads to the upper level, and eclipse doors open across the main floor to reveal the terrace — complete with outdoor kitchen, built-in television and fireplace — and views across the in-ground swimming pool and landscaped garden. “Smart” home technology, radiant heat, air conditioning, five bedrooms with ensuites, a library, office and integrated double-garage complete the package.
121 — 6747 203rd Street, Langley
Type: 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhouse Size: 1,284 sq. ft. B.C. Assessment, 2015: $293,000 Listed for: $309,900 Sold for: $310,100 Sold on: July 28 Days on market: 13 Listing agent: Jodi Steeves at RE/MAX 2000 Realty Buyers agent: Albert Selina at Royal LePage Wolstencroft The big sell: This three-storey townhome has a floor plan reminiscent of a detached house, with the living room, kitchen and dining area on the main floor, three bedrooms upstairs alongside a laundry room, storage space on the lowest level, and a walkout fenced back yard off the kitchen. It is in Langley’s Sagebrook development, which was built by Polygon in 2004 within walking distance to Costco, Starbucks, shopping malls and restaurants. The interior has dark laminate floors, new carpet, black appliances, track and pendant lighting, an electric fireplace and an integrated tandem garage at the front of the property. There are numerous amenities to keep residents entertained at the Sage Club, including an outdoor swimming pool, gym, playground, social lounge with a fireplace and billiards’ table, and a floor hockey room. The monthly maintenance fee is $233.11, and pets and rentals are permitted with some restrictions.
3003 — 1211 Melville Street, Vancouver Type: 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment Size: 862 sq. ft. B.C. Assessment, 2015: $784,000 Listed for: $888,800 Sold for: $888,800 Sold on: July 2 Days on market: 2 Listing agent: Holly Wood at Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Buyers agent: Garry Gu at Pacific Place — Arc Realty The big sell: This condo in Coal Harbour’s Ritz building has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a den, and took just two days to sell for the asking price. The obvious attraction is the view, which provides 180-degree vistas from English Bay across to the North Shore Mountains and to the marina below from its position near the top of this 38-level development. The interior has nine-foot ceilings, air conditioning, hardwood floors, a private open balcony, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, stainless-steel appliances, including a gas cooktop, floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the landscape outside. The property comes with one parking stall and a storage locker, and access to The Ritz’s hotel- style amenities, including a private health club with indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna/steam room and fitness centre, a lounge and theatre room. On hand are 24-hour concierge services. The strata allows pets and rentals, although the former has some restrictions. The monthly maintenance fee is $406. These transactions were compiled by Nicola Way of BestHomesBC.com Realtors — send your recent sales to nicola@besthomesbc.com