bc new condo guide - jun 26, 2015

COQUITLAM IS MOVE IN READY 1-3 BEDROOM HOMES

June 26 - July 10, 2015 Volume 05 Issue 13

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PORTAGE – WATERFRONTCONDO & LOFTHOMES IN PORT ROYAL.

NOWSELLING

#ARAGONFORWARD

778.398.1344 OR ARAGON.CA/PORTAGE

260 SALTER ST, NEW WESTMINSTER

1 – 3 BEDROOM + DEN HOMES. $299,900 – $692,900

Aragon Properties Ltd.

*In our continuing effort to improve and maintain the highest standard, the developer reserves the right to modify or change plans, specifications, features and prices without notice. Please refer to disclosure statement for specific offering details. E.&O.E.

COLLECTION OF ARAGON HOMES

VISIT ARAGON.CA

PORTAGESituated along the Fraser River in Queensborough, these 2 buildings draw from their natural landscape and use design to be both beautiful and liveable. The first 48 homes, consisting of 1–3 bedroom + den condo and loft homes, will defy your expectations of what comes �standard’ in an Aragon home. Come visit our 2 designer display homes! MOVE-IN READY.

#ARAGONFORWARD

WHEN YOU’RE HOT, YOU’RE HOT. GREAT DESIGN IS NATURALLY BEAUTIFUL.

2 bedroom condominiums starting in the mid $300’s. Viewing available by appointment: 604.520.9890

1�–3�bedroom riverfront loft-style condos. Viewing available byappointment: 604.520.9890

2 HOMES AVAILABLE

2 HOMES AVAILABLE

Heavier opton for large scale use (ex. signage)

778.398.1344 OR ARAGON.CA/PORTAGE260 SALTER ST, NEW WEST

NOW SELLING!

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RiverSky2 is developed by Bosa Properties (RiverSky Land) Inc. Renderings, sketches, layouts and fi nishes are representational only. Prices subject to change without notice. E. & O.E.

Enthusiasm for New Westminster has been unprecedented—it’s like Gastown

with waterfront. That’s why RiverSky’s fi rst tower sold so quickly—and RiverSky2

promises more of the same. It’s right on the waterfront esplanade and steps from

SkyTrain. The shops and cafes of River Market are next door.

1 BEDROOM HOMES FROM $261,9002 BEDROOM HOMES FROM $349,9003 BEDROOM HOMES FROM $499,900

Sales Centre open daily 12pm–6pm

659 Columbia Street, New Westminster

TOWER 2

NOWSELLING

NOW SELLING SALES CLOSED

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1–3 BEDROOM HOMES

FROM $298,400

WEST COQUITLAM HAS NEVER BEEN HOTTER The UPTOWN towers have been West Coquitlam’s

biggest success story—180 homes got snapped

UP fast and it’s now 80% sold! Big things are

happening in this neighbourhood—like the

Evergreen Line coming in 2016. The market

forecast is hot, hot, hot. Visit the Sales Centre to see

what has Metro Vancouver buyers so fired up.

Sales Centre open 12–6pm 581 Clarke Rd (at Como Lake Ave) West Coquitlam

VISIT THE SALES CENTRE TODAY

604 939 2677 bosaproperties.com

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Uptown2 is developed by Bosa Properties (Uptown2) Inc. Renderings, sketches, layouts and finishes are representational only. Prices and incentives subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.

THINGS ARE HEATING UP


CONTENTS

JUNE 26 - JULY 10, 2015 VOLUME 5 ISSUE 13

COVER STORY

HazelThe right time and place to live in Coquitlamby Susan M Boyce

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IN EVERY ISSUE12 Editor’s Note

FEATURE46 10 Minutes With... Bill Szeto

The president of Oakwyn Marketing talks about fi nding the perfect condo to suit your needs by Susan M Boyce

58 Style FileBasic furnishings that go way above and beyond functionality by Yanic Simard

64 MOSAIC’s “You Deposit. We Match.” programMOSAIC makes home ownership that much easier with their new initiativeby Susan M Boyce

68 Smart SpacesMagical space-savers and room-expanders for your kitchen and dining areasby Michael Cochrane

This is not an offering for sale. Any such offering can only be made with a Disclosure Statement. E.&.OE.

2 bedroom + den homes in a quiet, terraced spot in White Rock

Quality concrete construction for a quiet living experience

The CresseyKitchenTM – the most celebrated kitchen on the market today, with great flow and so much storage

Air conditioning & spacious balconies for the perfect outdoor living room

Enjoy the The Beverley Club with a year-round pool, lounge and fitness facility

An on-site concierge and no-maintenance home – so you can come and go with ease

Barbecue on Beverley’s rooftop patio, where the fresh-air lounges and dining areas make everything taste better

Visit us Today. 1479 Vidal St., White Rock 12-5pm Daily (Except Fridays)

1,047 - 1,289 Sq. Ft. homes from $589,900 to $710,900

IN THE NEWS52 REBGV Report:

Competitive market to continue into the summer

HOMEBUYERS’ HELP22 Condo Market Watch

Keeping an eye on what’s new and hot in Metro Vancouver’s residential marketplace and beyondby Susan M Boyce

73 Listings Directory

MAPS14 Tri-Cities

20 Burnaby/New Westminster

28 Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows

32 Richmond

36 South Surrey/White Rock

42 Surrey/Langley

54 Vancouver

66 North Shore/Squamish/Whistler

CONDO PROFILE

PRESIDENT, YP NEXTHOME

Jacqueline Hill

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge

DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

Moe Lalani

SENIOR SALES MANAGER, WESTERN CANADA

Edwin Rizarri

ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung

EDITOR

Stephanie MacDonald

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Lydia McNutt Sara DuckWayne Karl

DESIGN EDITOR

Yanic Simard

MEDIA CONSULTANTS

Dave Bird 604.319.7102Brenda Everitt 604.319.7103

SALES COORDINATOR

Justin Salvador

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Bala Gnanapandithan

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Miguel CeaMike Terentiev

PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Bei Zhang

CONTRIBUTING EDITORIAL WRITER

Susan M Boyce

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40FEATURE

DEVELOPMENT

RoyceA breath of fresh air at this new White Rock landmark

by Janine Mackie

COLUMNS

18 Condo SenseComparing our foreign ownership rules with different countriesby Cameron McNeill

24 Hot Off the WebCatch up with what’s going down online at ypnexthome.caby Diane Duflot

50 Mortgage AdviceConventional and collateral mortgages: Which do you want?by Alyssa Richard

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WITH 110 HOMES ALREADY SOLD, CROWN IS THE SMARTEST DECISION in West Coquitlam. The only concrete highrise with over-height ceilings, full-size premium appliances, unobstructed views and just steps from the Evergreen Line.

Pricing is subject to change. This is not an offering for sale. Sale can only be made by disclosure statement. E.&O.E. Renderings are an artist’s conception and are intended as general reference only.

NOW SELLING 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM HOMES FROM THE $280,000s

604.939.8868 | CrownByBeedie.ca

PRESENTATION CENTRE OPEN 12 – 5, SAT – THURS Burquitlam Plaza, #104 – 552 Clarke Rd (near Shoppers Drug Mart)

THE BEST VALUE IN WEST COQUITLAM

EDITOR’S NOTE

STEPHANIE MACDONALDEditor

Yellow Pages [email protected]

SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-chief

Yellow Pages [email protected]

Follow me on Twitter atTwitter.com/SusanLegge

Like us on facebooksearch: Condo Guide

SHOPPING FOR A CONDO BUILDERYou’ve decided that a new condo is the way to go and you’re making headway, but you still have another big decision to make – choosing your home builder. It pays to check the reputation of the builder/developer before you sign on the dotted line.

Start by fi nding out how long the company has been in business. Ask a sales representative or visit the company’s website. Next, fi nd out if previous purchasers are happy with their homes. Drive around an existing community built by the company and talk to anyone you run into during your tour.

Naturally, you should spend some time visiting several di� erent sales

o� ces and model suites. Get a feel for each company and the sta� employed there. Ask a lot of questions and expect to be treated with consideration and respect. No question is too “dumb.”

Think twice about any development where the salespeople push you

to make a decision you’re not ready for, or where they are not happy to provide you with the information you request. There are many other builders and salespeople out there who pride themselves on putting the customer fi rst.

When you do fi nd the right home and the right builder, making that big decision will be a whole lot easier and more enjoyable.

ARE MILLENNIALS SO MYSTERIOUS?On June 12th I had the pleasure of attending the Urban Development Institute’s informational lunch called “Millennials are here. Are You Ready?” Born into in some sort of “Lost Generation” post-Boomer purgatory myself, I was eager to hear from the panellists, two of whom are Millennials, about what we oldies can expect from these up-and-coming whippersnappers. Considering that 75 per cent of fi rst-time home buyers are Millennial, this is clearly a demographic that, though still young, has got to be understood and catered to by marketers, builders and city planners well into the future. So what did I learn from City of Vancouver councillor Melissa De Genova, Jon Stovell of Reliance Properties and Karm Sumal, co-founder of the blog Vancity Buzz? Millennials are smart. Though Melissa De Genova is currently the only Millennial on City Council, she

is exceptionally dialled-in to the changing needs of the workforce in Vancouver, stressing the need to address a� ordability through smaller, entry-level housing options with diverse amenities, as well as re-zoning for more creative uses for currently industrial areas. Rezoning was also addressed by John Stevell, who lobbied for more micro-lofts, live/work spaces and explained the large market for these type of homes. Karm Sumal described all the new ways Millennials get their information and engage with their communities. It was a fascinating afternoon, and you can learn more about the in-depth discussion of this interesting panel of individuals by checking out ypnexthome.ca. Whether you’re a Millennial or not, New Condo Guide, as always, has everything you need to fi nd your perfect place to live. Happy condo hunting!


A1. CROWN520 Como Lake AvePresentation Centre#104 - 522 Clarke Rd604.939.8868

A2. CHARLAND2102 - 963 Charland Ave604.492.3388

A3. UPTOWN2bosaproperties.com604.939.2677

A4. BRADLEY HOUSE3107 Windsor Gate604.942.8416

A5. HAZEL827 Roderick Ave604.937.2599

A6. EVERGREEN251 Clarke Rd(In Uptown2 Sales Centere)604.942.2672

A7. NOVELLA711 Breslay StPresentation Centre #170 - 3355 North Rd (at Cameron St)604.563.5777

B1. ORCHID2455 Wilson Ave.604.866.4206

B2. FREMONT GREENFremont Connector604.468.0084

B3. PRIMA#110 - 2255 Wilson Ave604.945.3999

B4. SPRING ON KELLY2214 Kelly Ave.778.809.3488

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COQUITLAM/PORT COQUITLAM/PORT MOODY

CONNECTED, CONVENIENT and close to everything that counts. If all this, plus a healthy dash of sheer good looks, is your definition of the perfect condo to call home, then say hello to Hazel.

Best of all, this collection of just 34 condominium residences in Coquitlam’s historic Maillardville neighbourhood is move-in ready — meaning you can be unpacked and settled in time to enjoy the best of the summer season. Sweet.

Close to What CountsI confess there’s something about Maillardville that always makes me smile. Perhaps it’s the eclectic combination of heritage architecture, contemporary amenities and an irresistibly fun-loving

outlook on life — particularly so during the much-loved Festival de Bois when music and the delicious scents of French Canadian cooking fill the air. Maybe it’s the unanticipated views or the diversity of the nearby parks — especially Mundy Park, which has long been one of my favourite ‘secret’ Lower Mainland gems.

Whatever the reason, there’s no question this is a community with plenty on the go and a character all its own. “People are astonished by how central Maillardville is,” says Kiran Rai, marketing director Macdonald Realty Platinum Project Marketing. “It’s less than a 10-minute walk to the SkyTrain — I know because I’ve walked it numerous times — meaning you’ve got easy

access to downtown Vancouver or Surrey. There’s tons of shopping at the River Market at the Westminster Quay, Lougheed Mall, and Coquitlam Town Centre. And you can be on the freeway to Vancouver or the Okanagan in just a couple of minutes — literally.”

Students, she adds, are also discovering Hazel is perfectly positioned for getting them to class on time at four higher education facilities — both the Burnaby and Surrey campuses of SFU (thanks to SkyTrain), BCIT and Douglas College. “And with prices starting at $220,900, many are finding that with a little help from the Bank of Mom’n’Dad, they can afford to buy a home rather than rent on campus.”

COVER STORY

By Susan M Boyce

HAZELRight place: Right time


The Features You CraveInside, Hazel brings style to your life. Kitchens are designed for easy living and casual entertaining. Hint: granite countertops with generous overhangs that create comfortable eating bars, full-sized appliances, pre-wiring for a wall-mount TV above the electric fireplace, wide-plank laminate flooring throughout, and master bedrooms with enough space for your queen-sized bed.

If you’re a barbeque fanatic like me or you simply love being able to sit outside with the morning paper and a latté, you’re going to love Hazel’s patios and decks. Some corner homes have a complete wrap around balcony so you can always find shade or sun depending on your mood. And views to the south are amazing — from many I can see all the way to the snowy peak of Mount Baker.

Need yet another enticement? How’s this. All homes have nine-foot ceilings for a great sense of airy volume, but if you snag one of the few remaining penthouses, you’ll be able to enjoy living room and bedroom vaults that soar as high as 16 feet — so your home is filled with even more sunshine and natural light.

But for now you’re going to have to excuse me, because it’s lunch time — meaning I’ve got the perfect reason to make a return visit to one of my favourite pub food lunch spots — The Townhall just a block away. Or should I walk an extra block to Woody’s? Hmmm, decisions, decisions.

Hazel is located at 827 Rodrick Avenue in Coquitlam (half a block northwest

of the intersection of Lougheed Highway and Blue Mountain Street).

Sales office and display home are open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays.

Floor plans range from one- to three-bedroom and all homes are move-in ready. Prices start at just $220,900.

For more information visit LiveAtHazel.com or call 604.937.2599.


The foreign ownership debateA LOOK AT REAL ESTATE RULES ACROSS THE GLOBE

By Cameron McNeill

CONDO SENSE

Cameron McNeill is the owner of MAC Marketing Solutions, one of B.C.’s and Alberta’s leading real estate sales and marketing firms. Cameron also co-founded TAC Real Estate, a resale firm, and MPC Intelligence, a real estate market-research firm.

Together with his experienced and dedicated team of sales,

marketing and administration professionals, he has transacted

more than 14,000 new homes and $5 billion in sales. Email him at

[email protected] or follow him on Twitter

@mac_marketing

In the last few months, pressure on the provincial government has started to heat up again regarding

taxing wealthy offshore investors at a higher rate than local residents buying investment properties in Metro Vancouver. The debate centres on whether or not a foreign ownership tax would curb price acceleration in the housing market.

Official figures don’t exist for the British Columbia real estate market but realtor and media polls have reported anywhere from 3.5% to 20% of housing sales coming from foreign investors.

How do other major real estate markets compare to Canada’s open-door foreigner home ownership policies?

COUNTRIES WITH SIMILAR MINIMAL RESTRICTIONS:GermanyThe lack of restrictions in this country closely resemble those of Canada. The only caveat for foreigners is that financial institutions may require a higher down payment due to the lack of long-term financial records.

United States of AmericaThere are also less restrictions for foreigners to buy homes, with the exception of the purchase of housing co-ops which is generally prohibited. Financial institutions also require a higher down payment (usually 30%).

United KingdomRules in the U.K. are similar. However, as of 2010, up to 28% of the profit earned on a property at the point of sale will be collected, which is the same tax a British

home seller must pay. (Non-resident Canadians selling property are also subject to Capital Gains tax.)

COUNTRIES WITH GREATER RESTRICTIONS:ChinaNew restrictions for foreigners were created in 2010. Foreigners are limited to one residential property for personal use and must reside in the country one year before they can purchase a home.

SwitzerlandAn annual quota is assigned by the government to limit the number of houses and flats that can be purchased by foreigners and only one home can be owned per family. The home can be used as a holiday home but cannot be purchased for the sole purpose of renting it out.

AustraliaSince 2010, the country prohibits foreigners from buying existing housing for investment, with an exception made if the foreigner plans to demolish and redevelop within two years, where the development will increase the number of housing units.

SingaporeSimilar to Hong Kong, Singapore is one of the most costly places for foreigners to invest in home ownership as they are charged a ‘foreigner premium’ of 15% Buyer’s Stamp Duty and higher tax levels.

What is the Answer?With 20% or less of home sales in the Lower Mainland being made by foreign

investors this is not the only factor contributing to housing prices. There are a multitude of factors affecting housing prices including property transfer taxes, municipal fees for development and public amenities, land constraints, rate of housing supply, and regulated financial pressures just to name a few. The foreign ownership debate is really about affordability and affordability is a complex issue with a number of factors all playing a role.

The reality is that as long as Vancouver continues to be one of the best places to live in the world we likely will be having this debate for a long time to come.


BURNABYA2. REDBRICK

Griffiths Dr & 14th Ave 604.527.7955

A3. AVIARA 4189 Halifax Street 604.291.9130

A4. MODELLO 5021 Kingsway 604.456.0688

A5. BRENTWOOD 4567 Lougheed Hwy. 604.563.8386

A6. NOVELLA 170 - 3355 North Rd 604.563.5777

A7. STATION SQUARE 4670 Assemble Way stationsquare.ca

A8. ALTITUDE 89955 University High Street 604.456.8883

A10. CROWN Presentation Centre #104 - 552 Clarke Rd 604.939.8868

A10. ALDYNNE ON THE PARK 5808 Patterson Ave 604.451.9517

A11. MADISON & DAWSON 604.428.0210

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B1. NORTHBANK 125 Columbia St 604.523.0081

B3. GLASS HOUSE 220 Salter St 604.520.9890

B4. TRAPP & HOLBROOK 702 Columbia St 604.525.0223

B5. RIVERSKY 659 Columbia St 604.522.2583

B6. THE SAPPERTON AT BREWERY DISTRICT 285 Nelson's Court 604.525.3941

B6. PORTAGE PORT ROYAL 260 Salter St 778-398-1344

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Sterling

KerrisdaleON THE STREET: 49th Avenue and West BoulevardON THE WEB: cressey.com/sterlingINFO: 604.428.8858HIGHLIGHTS: Brought to you by Cressey, Sterling is a boutique collection of just 37 thoughtful, spacious apartment residences in Vancouver much-loved Kerrisdale neighbourhood. Filled with the above-and-beyond fi nishings you’ve come to expect from this well-respected Vancouver builder, Sterling features durable, quiet concrete construction in one of the city’s most prestigious areas. Naturally, your home will also include the famous CresseyKitchen™ that’s guaranteed to bring out the best of your Inner Chef. Be sure to register today for more information about this rare opportunity to own a brand new Kerrisdale home as it’s released.

Gold House

BurnabyON THE STREET: 6331 McKayPRESENTATION CENTRE: 4211 Kingsway (coming soon)ON THE WEB: goldhouseliving.comHIGHLIGHTS: Presentation centre is expected to open this August, but if you register today, you’ll be on the list for special VIP early bird viewing. Great opportunity to own a brand new highrise home from Rize Alliance. Hint: bold, forward-thinking architecture, beautiful green spaces, sexy interiors and a dynamic lobby. Great location adjacent Metrotown Mall and the SkyTrain too. Register online to get more information as it’s released.

Brooksmere

CoquitlamON THE STREET: 535 North RoadON THE WEB: onni.comHIGHLIGHTS: Coming soon to West Coquitlam, the 28-storey Brooksmere tower will be a collection of highrise homes located across from Lougheed Town Centre. Steps to the Millennium and future Evergreen Line, these homes range from one to three bedrooms. Great location in one of the area’s most intriguing new neighbourhoods. Be sure to priority register online today.

CONDO MARKET WATCHCondominium homes to keep your eye onBy Susan M Boyce

CONDO WATCH

Silver Highrises

BurnabyON THE STREET: Silver Avenue and BeresfordON THE WEB: belfordproperties.caAll we know so far is that priority registration is underway and a presentation centre is anticipated to open late this year. The name is yet to be fi nalized, but if you’re looking for a highrise home in Metrotown, you can get updates by putting your name on the list. Here’s the scoop so far: mix-use with two residential high-rise towers and a commercial podium, walking distance to the SkyTrain and Central Park, steps to the City of Burnaby’s Public Art Walk. In other words, a great location.

Royce

White RockON THE STREET: 14855 Thrift AvenueON THE WEB: royceliving.comINFO: 604.538.8028.JUST OPENED: onsite showhomes at this highly acclaimed condominium community in the heart of White Rock. Great ocean views, walking distance to shops and restaurant. Pricing starts at $399,900.

Tell Us Your NewsGot a new development, opening, or other news you’d like us to feature in Condo Market Watch? Drop me a note at [email protected], and we’ll do our best to get you in the next edition.


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Condo Guide and Home Decor and Renovations, Diane Dufl ot is currently enjoying the life of a freelance writer and editor.

She can be reached at diane.dufl [email protected]

Hot off the webTHE SKINNY ON WHAT’S HAPPENING IN REAL ESTATE IN THE LOWER MAINLAND.

By Diane Dufl ot

Vancouverites believe developerswield heavy infl uenceLast November, 68 per cent of those who responded to an Insights West poll in Metro Vancouver indicated that they felt that developers and lobbyists had too much infl uence in their municipality. In the City of Vancouver, that number was even higher (73 per cent). When The Vancouver Sun set out recently to discover if Vancouverites feel the same way about change in their neighbourhoods, it found that 37 per cent of residents believe that developers wield the most infl uence in the look and feel of their neighbourhood, while 27 per cent think the municipal government is calling the shots and only 22 per cent think their community is in control. Many still believe, however, that development can bring positive change.

Vancouver mayor wantsto curb housing speculationMayor Robertson recently wrote a letter to Premier Clark proposing solutions for Vancouver’s housing a� ordability crisis. Among these are a provincial “luxury housing” tax, a tax on property fl ippers and the authority to reduce the number of vacancies. Robertson believes it is the province’s responsibility to curb housing speculation by “the world’s wealthiest citizens.” Robertson remained vague

on several details, however, such as, how people might qualify as Metro’s wealthiest citizens, how much the fund might generate and what kind of penalty owning an empty home might incur.

TransLink investmentkey to economic vitalityAvison Young, a real-estate services fi rm, recently released their white paper, which concluded that a “yes” vote in the plebiscite would contribute to the health of Metro Vancouver’s commercial real estate industry. Avison Young called the chance to vote on the plebiscite “a rare opportunity” for the citizens of Metro Vancouver that “would be the envy of most metropolitan centres around the globe.” The results of the transit plebiscite are expected by the end of June.

Can we make Vancouvermore aff ordable? In a recent column in The Vancouver Sun, Tsur Sommerville, director of the Centre for Urban Economics and Real Estate at the Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia, makes a call to local government and to the development community to “o� er choices that are less jarring to the existing built form. Planners must move to saying yes to developments that may not perfectly fi t the myriad of design

rules propagated by local government.” He also asks that citizens of Metro Vancouver be more accepting of seeing change in their neighbourhoods, because “the way we approach land use in our neighbourhoods now is making life here less a� ordable and accessible everyday.” Can we make Vancouver more a� ordable? Yes, we can, but it’s on you, citizens of Metro Vancouver.

For more details on these stories, and for more real-estate news, visit nexthome.yp.ca/news

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The definition of the traditional home with a white picket fence is changing. Condominiums, from

compact pied-à-terres to lavish ‘estate homes in the sky’ located in the heart of downtown, are taking centre stage as a lifestyle choice. And undeniably Vancouver is becoming a poster child for this new attitude about the places we call home.

But with condominium residences proliferating almost as rapidly as Vancouver’s ubiquitous coffee shops, the range of options can become more than dazzling — it can be overwhelming. This issue, New Condo Guide talks with veteran condo marketer Bill Szeto, president of Oakwyn Marketing, about some of the considerations you should take into account during your searching for the perfect urban pad.

Q: What’s the most important first step in finding your ideal condominium home?A: The old axiom is still true: location, location, location. Even more than a single-family home, when you decide to purchase a condo, you’re not just buying a place where you’ll eat and sleep. You’re buying into an infrastructure, a neighbourhood. Surrounding amenities — things like the coffee shops, restaurants, retail outlets, recreational facilities and entertainment venues — are as much a part of your “home” as the four walls that define your living room. I’d always pick a location that fits my lifestyle first, then I’d start looking at what homes available there.

Q: Lifestyle is a pretty broad term. What advice would you give

someone trying to decide if a specific neighbourhood and condo match their requirements?A: Be honest with yourself about what’s truly important to you. It’s easy to get caught up in the hype of what other people say you “should” want, but you absolutely must trust your instincts. If a trend or feature doesn’t make sense to you when you first look at a condo, it will probably never feel right — no matter how long you live there.

For example, interior bedrooms with sliding glass walls and no windows can be a great way to maximize usable space in a compact apartment — something many young urbanites appreciate and willingly accept. But I’m still old school. I want fresh air and natural light in the bedroom so this option wouldn’t work for me — no matter

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Aviara owners enjoy a 15-minute commute to downtown Vancouver via SkyTrain plus proximity to the diverse shopping amenities of Brentwood Town Centre.

Some developers are responding by reducing or even eliminating onsite parking. How will this impact the choices people make about where they purchase a new condominium?A: Younger generations are extremely conscious about reducing their environmental footprint. So it’s no surprise the trend to living without a car is gaining momentum. It’s a documented fact that increasing numbers of young professionals — especially the Millennials — aren’t even getting a driver’s license, let alone a vehicle. They’re perfectly happy to rely solely on alternative options like public transit, car co-ops or cycling.

What they do want is proximity to transit corridors and a secure place to park their bicycles — bikes that often cost more than a good second-hand car. They want to be green. Years ago people asked why anyone would want to live by a SkyTrain station. Now they ask why you wouldn’t want to live there.

Q: What’s the most innovative space-efficient design you’ve ever seen?A: In Asia, they’ve created a 300-square-foot apartment where the walls are on a mechanical conveyor belt so they’re interchangeable according to what you’re doing at the time. When you’ve finished working at your desk, you put it away and bring out the living room. When you’re ready to cook dinner, you bring out the kitchen — proving extreme minimalist living can still be extremely comfortable.

how much sense it makes intellectually. Likewise, if going to live theatre,

cultural events, and art galleries is part of your lifestyle, you’ll probably never be completely happy in a suburban location that doesn’t have these amenities.

Q: It’s become virtually standard for developers to say they have “efficient floor plans.” What does this actually mean to the consumer?A: Like beauty, efficiency is usually in the eye of the beholder. It comes back to lifestyle. Today, many entrepreneurs and business people run their entire business from a laptop and a smart phone, so a small, built-in workstation adjacent to the kitchen may be all they

need. On the other hand, someone like an artist or an accountant with significant paper files will probably still need a traditional office area.

However, that said, some designs are inherently more efficient than others. Long corridors or hallways waste an incredible amount of space — which is part of the reason open concept floor plans have become so popular. Built-in storage designed to look like it’s part of the interior décor is another clever way to get the most use out of a limited space.

Q: As the move toward higher densification in urban centres continues, pressure to ditch the personal automobile ramps up.


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When you sit down with a mortgage broker or bank to talk about your mortgage

financing options, one of the products they may offer you is a collateral mortgage. Collateral mortgages are a readvanceable mortgage product, meaning it comes with the option to borrow more money as your property value increases, without having to refinance your mortgage.

In theory, this should be a fantastic product for mortgage holders. Normally, if you wanted to borrow equity from your home partway through your mortgage term, you’d have to refinance your mortgage – and pay a hefty penalty to do so. As well, whenever you refinance, you have to pay a real estate lawyer to oversee the transaction. Hello, legal fees – and more costs that need to come out of your pocket.

Unfortunately, the grass isn’t always greener on the other side, and a collateral mortgage might not always be as great as it sounds. Why? Well, for

starters, on paper, having a collateral mortgage can make it look like you have more debt than you actually do. Collateral mortgages are registered with a collateral charge, meaning lenders register the home as being worth slightly more than it is (up to 125 per cent more, in fact). They do this so that when the value of your home does go up you’re able to borrow up to 80 per cent of the increased value – not the original amount it was valued at when you first bought it.

The downside to this is the collateral charge could make it look like you have more debt than you really do. If, sometime throughout your mortgage, you wanted to secure secondary financing for other things, a lender would have to review your credit history and would see this larger amount registered under your name. Depending on your financial situation at the time, this may be reason enough for them to decline your application for more financing.

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Are collateral mortgages good? YES, IN THEORY…

The second and final reason collateral mortgages aren’t always as great as they sound is that you can’t transfer them to another lender – not even when your mortgage term is up. See, collateral loan agreements aren’t registered with your land title or registry office. Instead, they’re registered under the Personal Property Security Act (PPSA) of Canada. For that reason, it may contain terms that other lenders don’t agree with. So, if you ever decided you wanted to switch lenders, you would need to hire a real estate lawyer (and pay those legal fees) to get you out of your agreement.

Now, I’m still not saying you should just steer clear of these products. If you think you’ll need to borrow equity in the future, and plan to keep your mortgage with the same lender, a collateral mortgage would be a great product for you! But for those who favour flexibility: do all your research, before simply signing on the dotted line.


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Competitive spring market continues

COMPETITION CONTINUES TO PUT UPWARD PRESSURE ON HOME PRICES, PARTICULARLY IN THE DETACHED HOME MARKET

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in

Metro Vancouver reached 4,056 on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in May 2015. This represents a 23.4 per cent increase compared to the 3,286 sales recorded in May 2014, and a decrease of 2.9 per cent compared to the 4,179 sales in April 2015.

Last month’s sales were 16.7 per cent above the 10-year sales average for the month.

“We continue to see strong competition for homes that are priced right for today’s market,” Darcy McLeod, REBGV president said. “It’s important to remember that real estate is hyper local, particularly in a seller’s market. This means that conditions and prices vary depending on property type, neighbourhood, and other factors.”

New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Metro Vancouver totalled 5,641 in May. This represents a 5 per cent decrease compared to the 5,936 new listings reported in May 2014.

The total number of properties currently listed for sale on the region’s MLS® is 12,336, a 23.2 per cent decline compared to May 2014 and a 0.8 per cent decline compared to April 2015.

“While the supply of homes for sale remains below what’s typical for this time of year, our region continues to offer a diverse selection of housing options at different price points,” McLeod said. “This diversity within the housing stock is part of what’s driving today’s home sale activity.”

The MLS® Home Price Index composite benchmark price for all residential properties in Metro

Vancouver is currently $684,400. This represents a 9.4 per cent increase compared to May 2014.

The sales-to-active-listings ratio in May was 32.9 per cent. This is the highest that this ratio has been in Metro Vancouver since June 2007.

Sales of detached properties in May 2015 reached 1,723, an increase of 18.6 per cent from the 1,453 detached sales recorded in May 2014, and a 42.2 per cent increase from the 1,212 units sold in May 2013. The benchmark price for a detached property in Metro Vancouver increased 14.1 per cent from May 2014 to $1,104,900.

Sales of apartment properties reached 1,600 in May 2015, an increase of 24.4 per cent compared to the 1,286 sales in May 2014, and an increase of 40.8 per cent compared to the 1,136 sales in May 2013. The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 4.6 per cent from May 2014 to $396,900.

Attached property sales in May 2015 totalled 733, an increase of 34 per cent compared to the 547 sales in May 2014, and a 37.3 per cent increase from the 534 attached properties sold in May 2013. The benchmark price of an attached unit increased 6.4 per cent between May 2014 and 2015 to $501,000.

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There are some furnishing basics every space needs, that we all see every day: comfortable chairs, room-brightening lamps, desks for perching that laptop

or good book, beautiful art dressing the walls.As a designer, it’s my job to see beyond the basics,

and look to pieces that don’t just serve an obvious function, but solve specific design dilemmas while adding true beauty, and a sense of surprise. When you really open your eyes – and know where to look – you can find unexpected answers to design questions and take your space to a whole new standard of living.

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Beyond the basics:

FIVE DESIGNER ESSENTIALS


1. Multi-task masters» A staple I’ve returned to time and

time again, simple stools can function as side tables, extra seats or cocktail tables (especially when clustered together), and tuck away or move easily to suit so many uses.

» Hard stools are great if you prioritize the table space (pulled up to seats to hold a drink), and soft stools make for plusher seating (but can still hold a serving tray). Either way, use this as a chance to add a new texture, like faux fur, cowhide, rich wood, or natural stone.

Get the look: Visit Toronto designer mainstay L’Atelier – shop their showroom, or ask to order one of the many cool and playful options from Made Goods.

2. Lighten up» Adding layers of light to a room is key

to beautiful design: harsh shadows from one lonely lamp drag down any decor, so you should always include

as many types of lighting as possible (sconces, floor lamps, table lights, pendants). However, the lighting source doesn’t have to be strictly functional. Consider choosing a piece that makes its own statement – after all, it’ll be in the spotlight!

» Simple white shades are timeless (the modern trend being non-tapered cylinders and squares), but even more trendy is the bare Edison-style bulb. This touch of industrial style plays well against traditional or modern furnishings because of the raw, elemental nature of the exposed filament.

Get the look: Universal lamp carries a wide selection of styles in-store and even more by order – I especially love the dramatic Medusa lamp with its array of bulbs adding a rich glow while making an un-missable statement.

3. Get seated» While most homes will have a standby

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lounging, don’t underestimate the value of a full-sized, single seat chair. You’ll want something that will cocoon you when you just need some alone time. A pair of matching sofas can be a great look, but don’t be afraid of asymmetry and different periods – the best groupings include some variety to suit all different seating situations.

» Upholstered furniture does not have to use the same material on the front and back, which gives you another great chance to embrace a high impact look in a smaller dose. A bold fabric or finish on just one side gives a touch of drama without sacrificing any practicality. Then use accent pillows in a relating fabric to connect it back to your sofa for harmony.

Get the look: When I visited In The Know (affectionately known as ITK), they had not one but two cool classic egg chairs – one in bold red and one with an industrial metal “shell” and brown leather seat. Of course, at ITK every item on the floor drops in price every week until they’re quickly snapped up, so you’ll have to visit to see what great new treasures are waiting there to inspire you.

4. Looking Back» A mirror is often thought of as a

fashion accessory – one full length in the bedroom for getting dressed, and one in the foyer for a quick heading-out-the-door check. However, mirrors are bigger than ever as a decor accessory that, besides doubling the visual space, can bring a beauty all their own. Antique mirrors, with natural (or applied) patina, bring a very on-trend touch of old-world glam to a space.


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» I recently designed a custom aged glass mirror for a client, but you can simulate this look with a fun DIY project by picking up a stripping or antiquing kit, some gold spray paint, and a budget mirror. Make sure to read the directions carefully (and wear protective gear), and once the antiquing is fi nished a few tiny spurts of the spray paint will give it an extra level of dimension.

Get the look: Get a simple mirror from Ikea and look to hardware or art supply stores for etching kits, or visit Zilli Home for wall-hung and oversized fl oor options in a range of styles.

5. Hit the bench» Often associated with pianos or parks,

the humble bench is a powerful piece of seating. I like to use one in long or awkward fl oor plans for its ability to connect spaces. In a room too big for one seating group, break the space into multiple areas with a bench in the middle to serve both seating groups. It creates a visual line, while serving double duty.

» A bench also makes a stylish

seat for your dining table ( just stick to a two-seater so nobody is trapped in the middle), or an extra cocktail table option for Standing Room Only occasions.

Get the look: Visit Elte’s large multi-fl oor showroom to fi nd, well, just about everything.

Now that you’ve got some great new ideas for next-level must-haves, you should be ready to take your decor from simply practical to its full potential.

If you’re worried about mixing the pieces together, you’ve got a good start to that, too – all of these ideas can work together to start your cool condo look.

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It’s not easy putting together a short article promoting the benefits of a space-efficient kitchen or dining

area. There are quite a few companies working on innovative products that address limited counter surface or the occasional need to squeeze in a few more dinner guests. There is an ocean of architects and designers out there, all with a sure-fire solution on how to make culinary and eating space more navigable for those of us living in restrictive spaces. Some are bringing legitimate head-turners to the table, so to speak, while others are slightly missing the mark and serving up solutions that may be a little more kitsch than kitchen. No matter what the case, there is an abundance of options available, and the following are just a few examples.

The Recipe RoomHEATING UP YOUR KITCHEN WITH INNOVATIVE SPACE SAVERSBy Michael Cochrane

SMART SPACES

Of all the rooms in our homes, there are two that seem to have been off limits to modular and collapsible furniture for the longest time: the kitchen and the bathroom. We are very receptive to any concept that grants more surface area, but the idea of a mobile sink or cook top has for ages been synonymous with camping or RV living, and for the most part, buyers have shied away.

If you happen to be looking for a little more workspace or feel most at home with an Industrial vibe in your kitchen, then Minacciolo, a company out of Treviso Italy, may be well worth a look when considering hardware alternatives for your cooking space. Their “Mina” series of standalone kitchen islands offer those with a more generous allotment of room the ideal hardware to get pretty much anything done in the kitchen. If space is

more of a concern, their Mini Mina packs its own punch: a functional alternative that maintains the essentials like sink, storage, and grill top. Hard angles, bold colours and dramatic hand cranks on this crafted Italian design are not for the faint of heart, or for those who lean towards a more classical look, but there is no doubt that walking into a room featuring the Mina, you might just take more notice of the tools rather than the cooking.

Surface area is probably one of the single greatest concerns when living in a small space. With diminishing condo sizes, entertaining is becoming a tougher chore. Even a buffet-style gathering needs a place to lay out an attractive spread, and one of the biggest sacrifices people often have to make when downsizing is to forfeit entertaining as they once did. The option to have a dedicated full sized dining table is not an alternative everyone has available to them. So, when we see companies out there putting their focus on solutions for those who want to accommodate their guests, it is comforting to know there are manufacturers working to bring more space to the kitchen setting.

Enter BosaSPACE™ by developer Bosa Properties. Available in the new University

BosaSPACE at University District: Bosa’s University district dining table, extended


District building in Surrey Centre and RiverSky in New Westminster, the BosaSPACE kitchen goes from a romantic table for two or a cozy study space to an elegant sit-down dinner table for eight in no time flat.

If you already have your own (limited) space, ExpandFurniture out of Vancouver, BC has made it their mission to open up confining dimensions with a dramatic selection of table surfaces. Two of these making the biggest impression on customers are the Junior Giant and Box Coffee Tables. The Junior Giant is a hidden behemoth designed to seamlessly collapse into an unassuming console which could be happily placed in a corner, a hallway or nook. Its versatility and potential as an expandable dining surface, however, is what really sets diners at the edge

of their seats. With a range that can accommodate as many as ten guests, the biggest challenge will be cooking for everyone.

Also up the company’s sleeve is another useful piece that pulls its weight as a full sized dining unit while compacting down into an unrecognizable coffee table. Fully adjustable and ideal for an intimate living area, the Box Coffee to Dining Table nearly jumps out of its own skin as it raises into place and offers the capacity to host a generous number of dinner guests. Roomy, sleek, and very space friendly, the Box Coffee has proven itself as one of ExpandFurniture’s most popular models.

A balance between taste and necessity will forever be the driving force in the design and the promotion of smart kitchen alternatives. Like all double-duty

Michael Cochrane is a teacher, freelance writer, and promotions consultant coming from a long

background in the furniture industry. He works alongside the close knit team at Expand

Furniture, a burgeoning Vancouver based company

which specialises at delivering innovative solutions to smaller

living spaces. He can be reached by email at: michael@

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furniture, and storage, there promises to be a strong future for bold and innovative additions to our eateries. And while everyone will have their own ideas how to best capitalise on available space, it would seem that our palates are as just as keen for what’s outside of the fridge as what we keep stocked within.

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Aldynne on the Park HR 604.541.9517 CallAltitude HR 604.456.8883 From $239,900Aviara HR 604.291.9130 CallBrentwood HR 604.563.8386 From $299,90CentreBlock at Univercity HR libertyhomes.ca From $239,900Gold House HR goldhouseliving.com Coming SoonLift LR/TH 604.320.3386 CallMadison LR liveatburnabyheights.com Coming SoonMet 1, The HR 604.899.8800 From $349,800Met 2, The HR 604.899.8800 Coming SoonMetro One LR 604.435.9477 CallMetro Two LR 604.435.9477 From $439,900Modello HR 604.456.0688 CallNovella MR 604.563.5777 CallOakTerra LR 604.431.6033 CallPaddington Mews TH 604.438.9922 From $334,900Redbrick LR 604.527.7955 From Mid $200’sSolo District HR 604.298.8800 From Low $300’sStation Square HR 604.438.1113 CallSubora LR 604.807.4353 From $279,900Trio LR 604.218.3338 From $249,900Wall Centre Central Park HR 604.874.9232 From $299,000

CHILLIWACK / SARDISLa Cason LR 1.800.830.7175 From $184,900

COQUITLAM1123 Westwood HR 604.472.1123 CallAustin HR 604.931.0302 From Low $200’sBloom LR/TH 604.939.8808 From $249,900Bradley House LR 604.942.8416 From $324,900Charland LR 604.492.3388 CallComo LR 604.939.0018 From $189,900Crown HR 604.939.8868 From $280,000Evergreen HR 604.942.2672 From $284,900Grand Central 3 HR 604.936.1888 From $235,400Hazel LR 604.937.2599 From $220,900Mackin Park LR 604.939.8874 From $234,900Oasis HR 604.464.2701 CallThe Windsor HR 604.941.8305 From $356,900

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NORTH DELTADelta Rise HR 604.594.7473 From $189,000

LANGLEYAthenry Gate LR 604.882.8857 From $137,500Cornerstone LR 604.534.6000 From $269,900Elements LR 604.533.7718 From $159,900Focal Point LR 604.377.7000 Coming SoonKensington LR 604.427.3311 From $199,900Murrayville House LR 778.808.6563 CallVarsity LR 604.539.2200 From $139,900Yorkson Creek LR yorksoncreek.com From $179,900

MAPLE RIDGE223 North LR 604.463.0588 From $174,900Cascada LR 604.318.5254 CallEdge on Edge LR 604.466.8783 From $149,900Meadows Pointe LR 604.807.2423 From $189,900Signature at Falcon Centre LR 604.477.1500 CallParc Vue LR 604.467.8884 CallReflections LR 604.467.0692 CallRivers Edge LR 604.318.5254 From $162,900Station One LR 778.878.1347 From $164,900Wellington Station LR 604.380.0300 From $189,900

NEW WESTMINSTER The Sapperton at Brewery District HR 604.525.3941 From $229,900Duo at Port Royal LR 604.520.9890 From $218,900Elliot St HR 604.524.8080 CallGlass House Lofts LR 604.520.9890 CallGrove, The LR 604.523.0733 CallLookout at Victoria Hill, The LR 605.523.0733 From $239,900Northbank HR 604.523.0081 From $270,900Parkside at Victoria Hill HR 604.523.0733 From $239,900Portage MR 778.398.1344 CallRiverSky HR 604.522.2583 From $239,900Trapp & Holbrook HR 604.525.0223 From $299,900

NORTH VANCOUVER15 West HR 604.980.9949 From $539,900221 East 3rd LR Coming Soonx61 LR x61living.com Coming SoonAnchor, The HR 604.988.8800 From the Mid $300’s Atrium at the Pier MR/TH 604.983.9065 CallAve Boutique Res., The LR 778.985.4676 CallCapstone MR 604.929.8870 CallCates Landing LR/TH 604.871.4126 Coming Soon

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EAST SIDE238 W Broadway LR 238westbroadway.ca CallBohème LR 604.569.3388 From $227,900Bold on Fraser LR 604.264.6707 Coming SoonEvan MR 604.872.0331 From $269,900Paragon LR 604.688.5566 Coming SoonGem, The LR liveatthegem.com Coming SoonIndependent at Main, The HR 604.879.8850 From $299,000Jade LR 604.338.5233 CallKensington Gardens MR 604.620.7886 Call Local LR 604.688.5527 From $349,900Main Street LR 604.877.1116 From $339,900Marquee on the Drive LR 604.559.2011 From $329,900Oxford, The LR 604.779.0091 From Low $200s Paragon MR 604.688.5566 Coming SoonOne Town Centre at River District HR 604.879.8830 Now PreviewingTwo Town Centre at River District LR 604.879.8830 Coming SoonRhythm MR 604.437.5315 From $314,900Skyway HR 604.436.1100 CallView338 LR 604.303.8838 From $219,900Vya MR 604.559.1070 From $239,999Wall Centre Central Park HR 604.874.9232 From $299,900Wohlstein MR 604.558.0899 From $240,000

WEST SIDE41 West MR 41westliving.com Coming Soon5555 Dunbar LR 604.568.7551 Call6th & Yukon LR cressey.ca Coming Soon99 West MR 604.620.8600 From $528,800Aperture LR/TH 604.345.9000 CallArbutus Ridge MR 604.738.0001 CallBennington House TH/LR 604.558.1907 From high $300’sBinning Tower HR 604.646.1111 From $499,900Block One HR 604.682.8801 CallBoulevard Private Residences LR 604.685.5778 From $367,400Cambie Star MR 604.876.9222 From $389,900Cambie & 7th HR/TH 604.568.5060 CallCanvas MR 604.875.8508 CallCentral HR 604.662.3373 CallCitti MR 604.662.3373 CallEmpire at QE Park MR 604.687.8800 From Mid $300’s

Granville at 70th HR 604.687.2298 Call Kerrisdale Gardens MR 604.559.9848 From $540,900Lido HR 604.872.2672 From $513,900Livingston House LR 604.998.8988 From $629,900MC2 HR 604.638.9998 CallMeccanica HR 604.876.8819 From $394,900Parc 26 LR/H Coming SoonMidtown LR 604.563.3330 CallMonarch MR 604.568.6883 From $444,900Northwest HR 604.325.5151 CallOpsal HR 604.876.7332 CallParc Elise MR/TH 604.336.6380 From $510,000Pinnacle Living Broadway MR 604.739.2080 From $399,900Pinnacle Living False Creek MR 604.874.8368 From $369,900Prodigy MR 604.221.8878 From high $300sRadius LR 604.731.5522 CallOne Town Centre at River District HR 604.879.8830 Now PreviewingTwo Town Centre at River District LR 604.879.8830 Coming SoonShannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale LR 604.267.8882 CallSota HR 604.671.1025 From 2.5 millionThe Ivy LR 604.566.5888 Coming SoonThe Laureates HR 604.221.4450 CallThe One HR/MR 604.874.8368 From $349,900The Spot MR 604.568.6886 From $269,900Tower Green at West HR 604.707.9378 From $319,000The Village on False Creek HR 604.733.2010 From $390,500W10th & Maple MR/TH 604.739.2080 From $429,900 West Five MR 604.715.6060 Call

TSAWWASSENBrio LR 604.943.8811 CallCityhomes LR 604.948.2345 CallTsawwassen Springs SF/LR 604.948.HOME Call

WEST VANCOUVER 23rd and Bellevue HR Cressey.com Coming SoonGalleries on the Bay LR 604.836.7355 From $490,000Kerrisdale by Cressey LR cressey.com Coming Soon

WHITE ROCK / SOUTH SURREYAdagio LR 604.531.6659 From $288,900Avra HR 604.531.9030 From $319,900Beverley MR cressey.com Coming SoonEdgewater LR 604.818.5603 From $339,900Elgin House LR 604.541.8092 From $269,900Gemini LR 604.536.1663 CallHeadwaters LR 604.560.5535 From $219,900Heights, The LR 778.545.8737 From $364,900Newport at West Beach LR 604.536.0256 From $289,900 Royce LR 604.538.8028 CallSaltaire LR 605.560.1656 Call Sausalito LR 604.538.3237 CallSouth Point Walk LR 604.560.3238 From $230’s

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