Burnaby townhouse showcases recent renos
Weekly roundup of three properties that recently sold in Metro Vancouver.
7454 13TH AVE., BURNABY
Type: Three-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse
Size: 1,623 square feet
B.C. Assessment: $830,800
Listed for: $949,900
Sold for: $940,000
Sold on: Jan. 21
Days on market in this listing: Four
Listing agent: Mike Walton PREC and Tyson Davies at Century 21 In Town Realty
Buyers agent: Henry Ip at Selmak Realty Ltd.
The big sell: This three-bedroom, three-storey townhouse forms part of The Poplars, a 15-unit complex in Burnaby's Edmonds district that was constructed in the 1970s with family-friendly amenities nearby as well as a Skytrain station. The home had a comprehensive renovation last year and features a modern kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a textured backsplash, and Shaker-style cabinets, while the family bathroom has radiant heat and a deep soaker tub. In addition, the floors have been updated and recessed lighting installed throughout. All three bedrooms are located upstairs alongside a useful linen closet, while the lowest level has a family room (or additional bedroom), a three-piece bathroom, and full-sized laundry, and an added bonus — the private backyard totals almost 500 square feet. This home comes with a parking stall, and a monthly maintenance fee of $270.21.
2503 — 455 BEACH CRES., VANCOUVER
Type: Two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment
Size: 1,260 square feet
B.C. Assessment: $1,836,000
Listed for: $1,998,000
Sold for: $1,930,000
Sold on: Feb. 19
Days on market in this listing: 13
Listing agent: Danny Nikas at Macdonald Realty
Buyers agent: Pooyan Tasdighi PREC and Amin Meysami PREC at The Agency Vancouver
The big sell: One of the enviable features of this two-bedroomplus-den Yaletown condo is its upper level corner position that takes in panoramic southwesterly views towards the ocean with all the main rooms oriented toward the vistas. Residing in Park West One across from George Wainborn Park on Beach Crescent, the home has more than 1,250 square feet of living space as well as a 104-squarefoot balcony. The bedrooms are on opposite sides of the floor plan with the primary bedroom enjoying a sizable walk-in closet alongside an ensuite bathroom with a separate shower and bathtub. There is a pantry off the kitchen, and the den has plenty of space for a home office. Ownership of the home comes with membership to the resort-style amenities of Club Viva with a fully-equipped gym, indoor swimming pool, steam room, pool tables, squash courts, a theatre/tv lounge and a party room. The home comes with a parking stall and storage locker, and a monthly maintenance fee of $970.12.
15 — 1338 HAMES CRES., COQUITLAM
Type: Three-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse
Size: 1,305 square feet
B.C. Assessment: $966,000
Listed for: $979,900
Sold for: $977,000
Sold on: Feb. 6
Days on market in this listing: Six
Listing agent: Rod Bahari PREC at Sutton Group — West Coast Realty
Buyers agent: Alyssa Bilous PREC at First Stay Realty Inc.
The big sell: The 12-year-old Farrington Park townhouse complex was constructed by Polygon in Coquitlam's Burke Mountain neighbourhood. Comprising 85 units with layouts divided over three levels, the homes are situated near Smiling Creek Elementary, Westwood Montessori, transit, trails and parks. This particular home is an inside unit with a south-facing aspect. It has an open-concept main floor with a feature stone wall, a bright living room, nine-foot-high ceilings, and a stylish kitchen with a custom-built island, integrated appliances and granite counters. Sliding glass doors give access to a private fully-fenced yard. The interior has been updated with new floors, fixtures, paintwork, and crown moulding, and the fully-finished tandem garage offers extra storage, plus there is an additional parking spot on the driveway. The unit's monthly maintenance fee is $318.55.