Pacific Sands rental apartments

One and Two bedroom apartments available on beautiful English Bay

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We have apartments available with panoramic views of the ocean and mountains. A stone throw away from English Bay,Stanley Park and the sea wall. Call Carrol for more information at 604-688-1094

vancouver's vacancy rate

2011-12-14T14:55:00.000-08:00

Metro Vancouver, B.C. lead nation in average rents, CMHC survey says

By Brian Morton, Vancouver Sun December 14, 2011

Metro Vancouver and British Columbia led the nation in average monthly rents in October, according to a national survey by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation released Tuesday.

But equally concerning for renters, according to Tenants Resource and Advisory Centre executive director Nicky Dunlop, is the city's falling vacancy rate.

"The situation is awful," Dunlop said in an interview, pointing to a half-point drop in the vacancy rate to 1.4 per cent in October from 1.9 per cent in October 2010.

"It's getting worse and pushing people out of the city. Folks who live in the city won't be able to live in the city and there won't be anyone around to serve your coffee.

"We take 8,000 calls a year, including people who fear getting evicted and fear they won't get another place."

The average vacancy rate in Canada's 35 major centres was 2.2 per cent in October, down from 2.6 per cent in October 2010.

"With respect to the CMAs [census metropolitan areas], the highest average monthly rents for two-bedroom apartments in new and existing structures in Canada's major centres were in Vancouver ($1,237), Toronto ($1,149), Ottawa ($1,086), Calgary ($1,084) [and] Victoria ($1,045)," CMHC said in its Fall Rental Survey.

"Provincially, the highest average monthly rents were in British Columbia ($1,050), Alberta ($1,044), and Ontario ($1,002)."

Vancouver's status as the most expensive rental market is no surprise to Gastown resident Felisha Paquette, who has been searching for two months for a one-bedroom apartment in Vancouver, Burnaby or New Westminster with her fiance Jaylee Moreau, priced around $800.

"We're finding it difficult to find a place in our price range that's what we're looking for," Paquette said. "I work and go to [nursing] college. And we can afford up to $1,500 a month. We don't drink. We're very good tenants. We have great references and still can't find a place. It's frustrating. There's not a lot out there."

The CMHC report noted that the average rent in Metro Vancouver rose 2.4 per cent in the year and 2.2 per cent provincially, similar to the Canadian average.

Provincially, the vacancy rate dropped to 2.4 per cent in October from 2.7 per cent in October 2010.

"Apartment vacancy rates were lower across all bedroom types, with larger apartment units reporting higher vacancy rates than smaller units," the report said.

The Canadian average two-bedroom rent was $883 in October 2011, compared with $860 in October 2010.

Robyn Adamache, CMHC's senior market analyst for Metro Vancouver, said in an interview that the vacancy rate for the city is pretty stable, on par with a 10-year average of 1.3 per cent and far higher than 0.7 per cent in 2007 or 0.5 per cent in 2008.

Nevertheless, she said, the results show very strong demand for rental housing, "mostly due to migration to the region, a strong employment market, and the affordability [of rentals] versus ownership."

She said the high cost of renting was no surprise, as Toronto or Vancouver typically share the highest prices.

Adamache noted that there haven't been many purpose-built rental units constructed in recent years in Metro Vancouver, with more than half of all renters living in the secondary rental market including investor-owned condos, houses or suites in houses.

She said the vacancy rates for condos, which are generally more expensive, declined more sharply, from 2.1 per cent in October 2010 to 0.9 per cent this October.

Dunlop said there is no single solution to a shortage of rental units, and that all levels of government should look at such things as tax and zoning incentives for the construction of purpose-built rental apartments.

Last month, a housing coalition of industry, non-profit and government leaders said that the supply of new rental housing is failing to keep up with demand, with less than onetenth of the necessary units being built annually.

The coalition's goals include a National Economic Strategy involving an adequate supply of rental housing, reinstating federal tax incentives to stimulate private market rental housing, increasing the supply of federal, provincial and municipal land for affordable rental housing, and encouraging municipalities to adopt policies that support rental housing construction.

bmorton@vancouversun.com
© Copyright (c) The Vancouver Sun

The entrance area of Pacific Sands

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1704 view

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New videos for Pacific Sands....

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Apartment viewings

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You may view rental suites available for the following month from 10 am to 4 pm on weekdays and 2-4 pm on the weekend. Viewings outside this time may be arranged by calling the building and speaking to the Manager.

Guess which is the Greeniest city in North America?

2011-07-11T14:00:00.000-07:00

http://www.vancouverobserver.com/blogs/earthmatters/2011/07/10/why-san-francisco-trashed-vancouver-and-took-first-place-siemen%E2%80%99s

Wonderful news

2011-06-27T11:22:00.000-07:00

Canada post is back to work on Tuesday.

Rental scam in Vancouver

2011-05-03T13:52:00.001-07:00

http://www.vancouversun.com/Vancouver+police+warn+apartment+rental+scam/4684617/story.html

Beautiful weather yesterday. Here are some pictures I took on the sea wall.

2011-04-19T09:19:00.003-07:00

Available for May 1st.

2011-04-14T12:04:00.000-07:00

Suite no. 506, 650 sq. ft. with carpet, NE corner of the building. $1,275

Suite no. 905 with views of the ocean and mountains. 700 sq. ft, hardwood floors, NW corner of the building. $1,400

available now!

2011-04-14T11:01:00.000-07:00

Suite no. 703, south facing, 500 sq. ft, hardwood floors, newly renovated bathroom. $1,250/month.
Suite no. 2305 650 sq ft., with carpet, amazing views of the ocean, mountain, city.$1,650/month
Heat & hot water is included in the rent.

Vacancies for April & May

2011-03-31T16:08:00.000-07:00

There are a mix of suites available with hardwood and carpet floors. The rent begins at $1250 and up (depending on the floor the suite is on and the view). To arrange a viewing email Carla at info@pacific-sands.com or call 604-688-1094.

We would love to take a picture of your apartment if you live in the building.....

2011-03-22T14:58:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures of apartments in the building.

Views from Pacific Sands rental apartments in Vancouver's west end

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Pictures I took yesterday....

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I was looking to take pictures in the building with a panoramic sweep effect. is what I shot..Do you like it?

Vacancies at Pacific Sands Apartments

2011-03-17T13:18:00.000-07:00

Available now:

One bedroom, carpet, newly renovated bathroom, facing West.$1175/month. Rent includes heat and hot water.

One bedroom, hard wood floor, new fridge and stove, facing west. $1175/month. Rent includes heat and hot water.

Available April 1st:

Amazing views of English Bay, North shore mountains, Stanley Park, hard wood floors, dishwasher, one bedroom (700 sq.ft) SW corner of the building, on the 22nd floor. $1800/month. Rent includes heat and h ot water.

Amazing views of city and North shore mountains, NE corner of building, 23rd floor, one bedroom, lots of lights, morning sunrise, granite counter tops, dishwasher, carpet. $1650/month rent includes heat and hot water.

Apartment vacancy rates down

2011-01-25T11:35:00.000-08:00

Apartment vacancy rates in Metro Vancouver have dropped slightly to 1.9 per cent, according to the latest rental survey by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

That’s down from 2.1 per cent a year ago.

It’s easier to find an apartment in the Abbotsford area, where the vacancy rate is 6.5 per cent. Average rents there climbed 1.5 per cent, with one-bedroom units renting for $655 and two bedrooms going for $785.

CMHC senior market analyst Robyn Adamache cited an increase in jobs in the region and a steady influx of new residents.

“A slowdown in first-time home buyer activity also contributed to lower vacancy rates as more households remained in the rental market,” she said.

While it’s become harder to find purpose-built rental apartments, 3,500 more investor-owned condos have gone into the rental market.

Landlords typically raised rents by 2.6 per cent in Metro Vancouver in 2009.

The average rent of a one-bedroom apartment climbed to $940, while two-bedroom units now go for an average of $1,195.

http://www.bclocalnews.com/business/114377699.html

Warning sounded on Vancouver gentrification

2011-01-21T10:50:00.000-08:00

The City of Vancouver is getting some high-profile criticism for plans that could dramatically change the look of several downtown neighbourhoods.

City council will consider a staff recommendation Thursday calling for taller buildings in Chinatown and the Downtown Eastside.

Former Vancouver mayor and B.C. premier Mike Harcourt, along with former city planners Larry Beasly and Ray Spaxman, say that would lead to further gentrification of those areas of the community.

They have written Mayor Gregor Robertson a letter telling him the neighbourhoods need a clear area plan, Harcourt said.

http://ca.news.yahoo.com/warning-sounded-vancouver-gentrification-20110120-050938-361.html

"Our position is crystal clear — engage the various citizen and community groups in those communities, the six communities that make up the Downtown Eastside, in a proper long term vision of what we want the Downtown Eastside is to become," he said. "We don't want it to become a slum or Manhattan-by-the-Sea."

More than 100 people have signed up to speak to the issue at the council meeting.

"The whole point is to assure the people in the Downtown Eastside are not going to be chased out," said Harcourt. "That they're not going to be turned into freaks in their own neighbourhood."

Those concerns are exaggerated, according to City Councillor Geoff Meggs.

"This, in my view, is a pretty modest intervention to provide a little bit of economic development in the Downtown Eastside, both commercial and residential," said Meggs.

City council will also consider raising the maximum building height in the downtown core to just under 215 metres from the current limit of 195 metres, the height of the city's tallest building, the Shangri-La Hotel.

Critics worry that will block view corridors, but Meggs said that's not the case.

"Where there's an opportunity for a tall building, it will not be in a view corridor," said Meggs. "And it would only happen if there was a further re-zoning and a public hearing."

Seniors

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Canadian once they retire head to warmer climes. Vancouver with its mild climate is a popular destination. Pacific Sands, in particular, appeals to seniors for the recreational aspects of the lifestyle that it offers (an advantage of our location) and our proximity to Vancouver General Hospital and medical clinics.

We have a lot of senior citizens living in our building and they have come to live here from all over North America. The natural advantage of our location is that you can walk or use public transportation to get around. The pressures of having to own a car for commuting do not exist. You have a resort feel to the area and yet you have the advantages of a big city.

There are several public recreational facilities nearby. The Vancouver Aquatic Centre has an Olympic size pool and a fitness centre. In addition the community centre offers a host of classes in a range of activities. You will be spoiled for choice.

A diverse shopping experience is nearby with Denman Street and its mid priced shops, Davies Street with its multitude of shopping centres, bars, restaurants and nightlife venues. Robson Street is our Rodeo Drive with its designer shops and boutique chain stores.

We have a medical clinic at the corner of Denman and Pendrell and a world class hospital, Vancouver General Hospital, is close by.

Vancouver's West End premium rental apartments

2011-01-21T10:28:00.000-08:00

Pacific Sands Apartments are one of the most desired and prestigious rental apartments in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Located in Vancouver's most popular and exclusive residential area - it offers stunning panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Lost Lagoon, Coal Harbour and north shore mountains. Tenants enjoy the peace and quiet offered by our location as a welcome retreat from a bustling city while having the advantages of a big city a short walk away.

These rental apartments are located close to the beaches of English Bay and the evergreen oasis of 1000 acres that comprise Stanley Park; the sea walk that lines Vancouver’s waterfront is at your doorstep; you are only minutes away from the business district, excellent restaurants and Robson Street's exclusive shopping with public transportation close by. Vancouver’s celebrated night life on Denman Street and Davies Street are nearby.

We are popular with tenants because we offer the advantages that Vancouverites seek. In their leisure hours they can enjoy the beauty of the natural landscape, a peaceful retreat, the recreational lifestyle offered by the beaches, Stanley Park and the sea walk while being close enough to walk to their place of work in downtown Vancouver’s business district.

Stanley Park’s natural west coast atmosphere offers a back drop of majestic cedar, hemlock and fir trees and transports visitors to an environment rich in tranquility. The park abounds in wildlife and its features appeal to the naturalist, the plant lover or one who would do nothing more than relax in beautiful surroundings. Stanley Park hosts many arts events. During the summer, you can "dance at dusk" at Ceperley Meadow, see local artists' work at Painters' Circle, and enjoy outdoor theatre with Theatre Under the Stars at Malkin Bowl.

Pacific Sands has the best view imaginable for the Celebration of Light Fireworks which are held over English Bay every July/August.

The population of the West End is the most diverse in the downtown area. This makes it a vibrant and interesting place to live.

weekend

2010-11-26T15:07:00.001-08:00

tgif see you monday

First blog

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This is an exciting beginning. We are going to use this social networking tool to connect with our existing tenants and potential tenants.

If there is news you would like to share with us or other tenants in the building please let us know by email and we will put it on the blog.

Hopefully this cold weather is not getting you down. If you need help please let us know by contacting the office at telephone no. 604-688-1094