920 Barber St., Port Moody
Type: 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom detached
Size: 2,861 sq. ft.
B.C. Assessment, 2012: $806,000
Listed for: $1,158,000
Sold for: $1,125,000
Sold on: Feb. 13
Days on market: 35
Listing agent: Elaine Benson at RE/MAX All Points Realty
Buyers agent: Andrea Jones at Prudential Sterling Realty
The big sell: This property was bought in 2009 for $625,000, rebuilt the following year, and recently commanded a sale price of $1.125 million. The home’s location overlooking the Burrard Inlet was pivotal when the property was redesigned, allowing for a bank of picture windows and vaulted ceilings to showcase the sweeping vistas. From the custom eight-foot solid entry door that opens to the foyer, and the hand-scraped walnut hardwood floors, there is attention to detail throughout the home. The chef’s kitchen has cabinet-faced appliances, a walk-in pantry, pendant lighting and an entertainment-sized island, while the family room features a large gas fireplace and glass doors that open to a 39-by-9-foot deck from which to soak up the view. The master bedroom is on the main floor and has access to the deck, as well as a walk-in closet and a spa-like ensuite. The recreation room on the lower floor leads to a patio, and there is a double garage and ample parking.
Quilchena property receives multiple offers
2429 McBain Ave., Vancouver
Type: 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom detached
Size: 2,443 sq. ft.
B.C. Assessment, 2012: $2,404,100
Listed for: $2,400,000
Sold for: $2,575,000
Sold on: Feb. 12
Days on market: 9
Listing agent: Danny Nikas at Macdonald Realty
Buyers agent: Ken Wong at Royal Pacific Realty
The big sell: Listing agent Danny Nikas received six offers for this family home in Vancouver’s Quilchena neighbourhood, two of them from builders. One of the selling points of the property is the location; the home is within walking distance to Arbutus Village shops and in the school catchment district of Trafalgar elementary and Prince of Wales secondary. But perhaps the main attraction were the dimensions of the lot, which measures 55-by-120 feet and under current RS-1 zoning regulations, would allow a 4,620-square-foot house to be built. The home has been well maintained in its original condition. It consists of three floors, with three bedrooms on the upper level, and the reception rooms on the main floor. Those have hardwood flooring and a kitchen that opens to a 20-by-19-foot family room. The roof and hot water boiler were replaced a year ago, and the oil tank removed with permit.
Lonsdale home has noteworthy features
518 West 14th St., North Vancouver
Type: 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom detached
Size: 3,437 sq. ft.
B.C. Assessment, 2012: $917,000
Listed for: $1,113,800
Sold for: $1,079,000
Sold on: Feb. 6
Days on market: 31
Listing agent: Toby Edgar at RE/MAX Crest Realty
Buyers agent: Debbie Lee at RE/MAX Crest Realty
The big sell: This North Vancouver home is on a quiet cul-de-sac close to Mahon Park and transportation, and with easy access to Central Lonsdale’s extensive amenities, including shops, restaurants, schools and walking trails. It was built in 1995 and consists of three floors laid out with a thoughtful floor plan that comprises a family room on the main floor, an eating area in the kitchen, radiant heating on all levels, and skylights. There are city skyline and harbour views from the master bedroom, the living room, and from a deck that spans the width of the house. Two notable elements are the dining room, which has a ceiling that soars two levels, and Doric-style floor-to-ceiling columns. The lower level provides potential for revenue income, as it contains a family room, three-piece bathroom and two bedrooms. The exterior has a well-manicured garden mainly laid to grass and a double garage.
These transactions were compiled by Nicola Way of BestHomesBC.com and AssignmentsCanada.ca.Realtors — send your recent sales to nicola@besthomesbc.com