DUNBAR-AREA HOME SNAPPED UP
A snapshot of recent residential real estate activity in Metro Vancouver, compiled by Nicola Way
3335 MAYFAIR AVENUE, VANCOUVER
Type: Six-bedroom, four-bathroom detached
Size: 3,247 sq. ft.
B.C. Assessment: $3,413,000
Listed for: $2,888,000
Sold for: $2,888,000
Sold on: March 19
Days on market: Five
Listing agent: John Dean at Engel & Volkers Vancouver
Buyers agent: David Chen at ReMax Crest Realty
The big sell: This six-bedroom Dunbar home sold in March for the listing price after less than a week on the market. Listing agent John Dean contributes its appeal to a large lot (the frontage is 50 feet wide); a location just west of Blenheim Street with the amenities of West 41st Avenue and Dunbar Village within walking distance; and a home that “needed some TLC” but offered great potential. The residence was built in 1991 with an exterior that is heavy on curb appeal. It has symmetrical peaked roof lines, stucco cladding, white window trim, a covered front porch and a raised front garden with a stone retaining wall. The open living space has a layout that allows for family relaxation, as well as entertaining. There is a formal conjoined living and dining room, a kitchen with an adjacent eating area and family room, a main-floor guest bedroom and a separate laundry room. There are four bedrooms upstairs, and the lowest level has a large recreation room, a bedroom and storage. A double garage at the rear has lane access.
11762 231B STREET, MAPLE RIDGE
Type: Five-bedroom, three-bathroom detached
Size: 2,870 sq. ft.
B.C. Assessment: $889,000
Listed for: $998,000
Sold for: $1,052,500
Sold on: April 30
Days on market: Five
Listing agent: Shannon Drummond at Keller Williams Elite Realty
Buyers agent: Jim Young at ReMax Central
The big sell: This 11-year-old house has views of Golden Ears Mountain from its position in Maple Ridge’s East Central district, as well as proximity to all levels of schools. The custombuilt home has a basement entry alongside a two-bedroom in-law suite, which has its own sideentry access, a den (that could be used as an additional bedroom) and a laundry room. Stairs lead to the principal reception rooms, where vaulted ceilings contain recessed and chandelier lighting. The bright, modern kitchen has white Shaker-style cabinets, a matching subway tile backsplash and a centre island, while the family room has a corner gas fireplace and sliding glass doors that lead to a large balcony. The sleeping quarters on this floor include an 18-by-12-foot master bedroom with a private bathroom and a walk-in closet. Other highlights include air conditioning that was installed in 2017, a 220-amp shop at the rear of the 7,000-squarefoot property and an integrated double garage at the front with driveway parking for additional vehicles.
263 EAST 18TH STREET, NORTH VANCOUVER
Type: Three-bedroom, threebathroom half duplex
Size: 1,619 sq. ft.
B.C. Assessment: $1,400,000
Listed for: $1,449,900
Sold for: $1,429,500
Sold on: March 16
Days on market: 53
Listing agent: Anthony Riglietti at Pacesetter Marketing
Buyers agent: Terrence Clark at ReMax Crest Realty
The big sell: This side-by-side half duplex, which was built in 2004, is located in central Lonsdale, with its myriad conveniences. Its spans two levels and has more than 1,600 square feet and nine-foot-high ceilings. All three bedrooms are on the upper level, including the master bedroom, which has an ensuite bathroom and mountain views. The main floor features an open living/dining room, a kitchen with integrated appliances, cabinets with a natural wood veneer, a peninsula with breakfast bar seating and an adjoining family room with views across the rear garden. Radiant heat provides an efficient heating system and the flooring is a mix of laminate, tile and carpet. The lowmaintenance south-facing back yard is fully fenced with a row of privacy hedging and offers room to garden as well as a patio for al fresco dining. The property is completed by a two-car detached garage. Listing agent Anthony Riglietti says the home has no strata fees.