Sold (Bought): Waterfront estate in West Van dazzles with luxe features

Article content

Weekly roundup of three properties that recently sold in Metro Vancouver.

Article content

2910 Park Ln., West Vancouver

Article content

Type: Five-bedroom, seven-bathroom detached

Size: 8,686 square feet

B.C. Assessment: $14,023,000

Listed for: $24,800,000

Sold for: $21,500,000

Sold on: August 1

Days on market in this listing: 160

Listing agent: Holly Calderwood at Royal LePage Sussex and Brock Smeaton at Royal LePage Sussex

Buyers agent: Jesse Dean Cook at Engel & Volkers Vancouver

The big sell: This sensational West Vancouver estate is not only the epitome of luxury but has a provenance to match as the half-acre land was formerly owned by the Woodward family. Built in 2008 with 98 feet of shoreline and 180-degree unobstructed south-west-facing ocean vistas, the three-level energy-efficient residence is the quintessential showpiece home. Constructed with solid concrete with three-foot wide walls and the highest building and earthquake specifications, it features a Poggenpohl kitchen, white oak hardwood floors, radiant heat, a professional music studio, a corporate-style office, an elevator, covered heated decks, three laundry rooms, five gas fireplaces, LiteTouch motorized blinds, a heated driveway, a resort-style infinity swimming pool, oceanside terraces, zen gardens and, according to the listing agents, millions spent on custom millwork and geothermal/mechanical systems.

Article content

2401 – 889 Homer St., Vancouver

Type: Two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment

Size: 1,220 square feet

B.C. Assessment: $1,148,000

Listed for: $1,168,000

Sold for: $1,145,000

Sold on: August 15

Days on market in this listing: 39

Listing agent: Julia Rowell at Key Marketing

Buyers agent: Stephen Morris at Oakwyn Realty

The big sell: This upper-level unit exhibits a symmetrical configuration with the main living space and entrance foyer positioned towards the middle of the layout and flanked on either side by an enclosed balcony and a bedroom and bathroom. The suite forms part of the 889 Homer building that was designed by Bing Thom Architects and constructed in 1995 in a central downtown location with only three suites per floor. Ceiling-height windows frame south-easterly city views that take in the Vancouver Public Library while the open-concept design allows for house-sized furniture. There are new hardwood floors throughout the home, a white kitchen and matching appliances. The unit comes with a parking stall, storage locker and a monthly maintenance fee of $775.65. Pets and rentals are permitted and the building’s amenities include an exercise centre and sauna.

Article content

313 – 1327 East Keith Rd., North Vancouver

Type: One-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment

Size: 815 square feet

B.C. Assessment: $502,000

Listed for: $540,000

Sold for: $540,000

Sold on: July 14

Days on market in this listing: Three

Listing agent: Phil LeGree at Keller Williams Realty VanCentral

Buyers agent: Paul Cameron at Oakwyn Realty

The big sell: Carlton at the Club is a 17-storey complex of brick and concrete construction that was built in 1992. It resides in North Vancouver’s Lynnmour district with an age restriction of 50+ for the owner and an abundance of amenities for residents including an indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, gym, a billiards and games room, a library with a fireplace, a movie theatre, workshop, guest suite and plenty of guest parking. This particular home has a corner position overlooking the neighbouring Bridgman Park. It was renovated in 2015 and features laminate floors, stainless-steel appliances, white Shaker-style cabinets, a subway tile backsplash, insuite laundry, a walk-in closet off the bedroom, and it comes with a parking stall, storage locker and a monthly maintenance fee of $427.48. Pets are not allowed but rentals are permitted with restrictions.

These transactions were compiled by Nicola Way of BestHomesBC.com.

Realtors – send your recent sales to [email protected]