The ideal full size family home in the most popular Westlynn neighbourhood. Close to schools, parks, rec centre, trans, shopping, etc. Tastefully updated, beautiful West Coast maple floors, 4 bdrms up, family room off the kitchen, large rec room down, den/guest room with outside door (student), new 2 level partially covered deck, fully fenced west facing yard, new high eff furnace, double garage, lots of storage/crawlspace, security system, B/I vac system...Well priced!

Very tranquil setting on a quiet cul-de-sac of fine homes in 'Upper Delbrook'. 12 year old 'Noort built' home. Large lot backing onto natural greenbelt, white kitchen w/ granite counters, formal dining room, full master ensuite w/ jetted tu b, light maple floors in family room, 400 sf West-facing sundeck, 700 sf unfinished walk-out basement (easy suite w/ roughed in plumbing for bath), lots of accessible storage, double garage, newly painted exterior, deck resurfaced, etc...Priced close to assessed value!

Beautiful Ocean view. Super comfortable family home you can afford. Fully renovated, gorgeous 5 bedroom with 4 full baths. Plenty of space for your family. South eastern fenced yard on lower level and patio offer alot of sun. An open family room plan to the south ocean views. Well finished inlaw suite with separate access. Great neighborhood, White Rock elementary catchement. Walking distance to shopping and beach. You will love this home once you walk in. Call now!

SPECTACULAR OCEAN VIEW AT VICTORIA TERRACE - Sweeping views from the wrap around balcony, kitchen, dining room, living room, den and master bedroom. Tastefully reno'd with maple kitchen cabinets and granite counters, laminate floors, designer roll up blinds, spa ensuite, lots of cupboards and storage plus bonus custom built murphy bed and matching cabinets and bookshelves for the den. Access the deck from your choice three rooms. Bright and welcoming open floor plan - you will never want to go out. Stay and enjoy the pool and hottub or walk 3 minutes to the beach and play and dine. Age restricted to 25+ and pets welcome with approval. Underground secured parking with access to wash your car. Well maintained building with 1 yr old roof.

Never before on the market! Custom European architecture at its finest! RENOVATIONS in this bright & spacious 3444sq/ft 3 level, 4 bedroom 3 full bathroom home in Canyon Heights on a QUIET STREET/VERY PRIVATE 8124 sq/ft lot on a GREENBELT with CITY VIEWS IN THE HANDSWORTH CATCHMENT. Main level with reno'ed kitchen opening to family room, 2 large outdoor balcony areas front & back, sunken living/dining rooms, 3 bedrooms & 2 full reno'ed bathrooms. Below - (ground level) large rec room, 4th bedroom. 3rd full bathroom & 2nd family room opening to multi level hot tub patio & private backyard. Lots of storage, double garage, newer furnace. Open House: Sat, May 19th, 2-4pm.

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Real estate boards, real estate associations and REALTORS® may reprint this content, provided that credit is given to BCREA by including the following statement: “Copyright British Columbia Real Estate Association. Reprinted with permission.” BCREA makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of this information.

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Labour Force Survey - May 11, 2012

Canadian employment rose by 58,000 jobs in April following a blockbuster March in which employment increased by 82,000. Despite large job gains in the past two months, the national unemployment rate edged up 0.1 points to 7.3 per cent as more Canadian were looking for work.  

Employment in British Columbia expanded by 19,700 in April, including 16,700 full-time positions. The BC unemployment rate fell by a surprising 0.8 points to 6.2 per cent. BC employment growth is up 2.1 per cent through the first four months of 2012, a marked improvement on the weak job growth of 2011. 

The Canadian economy has added 150,000 jobs over the past two Mont's, a rate of job growth that may firm up the Bank of Canada some decision to raise interest rates this Fall.  That said, we anticipate a gradual increase in rates with the Bank of Canada testing the water with one or two 25 basis points rate hikes over the fall and winter.

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Real estate boards, real estate associations and REALTORS® may reprint this content, provided that credit is given to BCREA by including the following statement: “Copyright British Columbia Real Estate Association. Reprinted with permission.” BCREA makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of this information.

 
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DavidValente.com
604-377-6015 

'DEEP COVE' family home ideally located on a quiet cul-de-sac with partial ocean views. Tastefully updated with character includes; pine floors, custom moulding, island kitchen with atrium windows, built-in cabinets/shelving, new light fixtures, professionally painted throughout, new roof, new furnace, thermo windows (2/3), large south exposed sundeck off kitchen, bright above ground basement (suite potential). Walk to schools, parks, beach, transit, The Cove, etc. Open Sun Apr 29, 2-4pm.

Vancouver, B.C. - May 2, 2012 - Home sale and listing activity has maintained a consistent pace on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Greater Vancouver in recent months, which has helped create balanced conditions for the region’s housing market.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver reached 2,799 on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in April 2012. This represents a 13.2 per cent decline compared to the 3,225 sales recorded in April 2011 and a decline of 2.6 per cent compared to the 2,874 sales in March 2012.

April sales were the lowest total for the month in the region since 2001 and 16.9 per cent below the 10-year April sales average of 3,369.

“Although April sales were below what’s typical for the month, we continue to see, with a sales-to-active listing ratio of nearly 17 per cent, a balanced relationship between buyer demand and seller supply in our marketplace,” Eugen Klein, REBGV president said.

New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 6,056 in April 2012. This represents a 3.6 per cent increase compared to both March 2012 when 5,843 homes were listed and April 2011 when 5,847 homes were listed for sale on the region’s MLS®.

Last month’s new listing total was 6.7 per cent above the 10-year average for listings in Greater Vancouver for April.

At 16,538, the total number of homes listed for sale on the region’s MLS® increased 8.5 per cent in April compared to last month and increased 16 per cent from this time last year.

“Recent activity has had a stabilizing effect on home prices at the regional level, although pricing can vary depending on area and property type,” Klein said “To best understand conditions within your area of interest, it’s important to do your homework and consult a local REALTOR®.”

The MLS® HPI benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver currently sits at $683,800, up 3.7 per cent compared to April 2011 and an increase of 2.8 per cent over the last three months. The benchmark price for all residential properties in the Lower Mainland is $612,000, which is a 3.4 per cent increase compared to April 2011 and a 2.6 per cent increase compared to three months ago.

Sales of detached properties on the MLS® in April 2012 reached 1,126, a decline of 19.7 per cent from the 1,402 detached sales recorded in April 2011, and a 17.8 per cent decrease from the 1,370 units sold in April 2010. The benchmark price for detached properties increased 6.3 per cent from April 2011 to $1,064,800.

Sales of apartment properties reached 1,190 in April 2012, a decline of 0.9 per cent compared to the 1,201 sales in April 2011, and a decrease of 22 per cent compared to the 1,526 sales in April 2010.The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 1.1 per cent from April 2011 to $375,900.

Townhome property sales in April 2012 totalled 483, a decline of 22.3 per cent compared to the 622 sales in April 2011, and a 21.6 per cent decrease from the 616 townhome properties sold in April 2010. The benchmark price of a townhome unit increased 1.7 per cent between April 2011 and 2012 to $487,300.

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Spectacular Waterfront setting in the heart of Deep Cove! Situated on 50 feet of ocean frontage, the panoramic unobstructed 180 degree water and mountain views extend from Deep Cove to Indian Arm. Live-in or rent-out the 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom cozy cottage/cabin nestled close to the sea shore, while you plan to build your dream waterfront home on the 8,568 property. Like being on vacation everyday with the ultimate in west coast lifestyle living and only 25 minutes to Downtown Vancouver. By appointment only.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Capilano Highlands House for sale.

As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.

David Valente
Prudential - Sussex Realty

Walk to "Delany's". Yet another fine new home by Sabre Development (a Noort company) on a full-size level lot within 1 easy block of 'Edgemont Village'. Designer coordinated colours and finishings throughout. Dream kitchen with high-end app liances ('Viking', 'Wolfe', 'Bosch') and a butler's pantry. Miles of engineered hardwood, Superb moulding detail, Vaulted ceiling in master bedroom with a stunning ensuite bathroom. Bonus playroom over the garage with a full ensuite bathroom and wet bar & fridge (nanny?), Recroom with an entertainment bar, Home theatre, Legal 2 bedroom suite. Fenced and tastefully landscaped yard with a large covered patio. Truly a home of distinction!

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BCREA represents 11 member real estate boards and their approximately 18,000 REALTORS® on all provincial issues, providing an extensive communications network, standard forms, economic research and analysis, government relations, applied practice courses and continuing professional education (cpe).

Real estate boards, real estate associations and REALTORS® may reprint this content, provided that credit is given to BCREA by including the following statement: “Copyright British Columbia Real Estate Association. Reprinted with permission.” BCREA makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of this information.

Your Vancouver Real Estate Specialist.
DavidValente.com
604-377-6015 

For more information, please contact: 

BCREA represents 11 member real estate boards and their approximately 18,000 REALTORS® on all provincial issues, providing an extensive communications network, standard forms, economic research and analysis, government relations, applied practice courses and continuing professional education (cpe).

Real estate boards, real estate associations and REALTORS® may reprint this content, provided that credit is given to BCREA by including the following statement: “Copyright British Columbia Real Estate Association. Reprinted with permission.” BCREA makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of this information.

Your Vancouver Real Estate Specialist.
DavidValente.com
604-377-6015 

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For more information, please contact: 

BCREA represents 11 member real estate boards and their approximately 18,000 REALTORS® on all provincial issues, providing an extensive communications network, standard forms, economic research and analysis, government relations, applied practice courses and continuing professional education (cpe).

Real estate boards, real estate associations and REALTORS® may reprint this content, provided that credit is given to BCREA by including the following statement: “Copyright British Columbia Real Estate Association. Reprinted with permission.” BCREA makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of this information.

For more information, please contact: 

BCREA represents 11 member real estate boards and their approximately 18,000 REALTORS® on all provincial issues, providing an extensive communications network, standard forms, economic research and analysis, government relations, applied practice courses and continuing professional education (cpe).

Real estate boards, real estate associations and REALTORS® may reprint this content, provided that credit is given to BCREA by including the following statement: “Copyright British Columbia Real Estate Association. Reprinted with permission.” BCREA makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of this information.

Your Vancouver Real Estate Specialist.
DavidValente.com
604-377-6015