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• The Langley Times • Thursday, January 26, 2012
Lower Mainland consumers more design-savvy
Housing market looks forward to 2012 The new year brings with it new expectations and new trends. This is true in the housing market as well, and Cristy Edmonds, Vice-President of Sales and Marketing for Fifth Avenue Marketing, has a few ideas in mind for 2012. “It will be a good, steady year,” she says. “It’s been a busy January already.” With mortgage rates at a historical low, there is still a steady supply of people moving into Greater Vancouver. “We have the benefit of the international market,” Edmonds says. Buyers from all over the world are eager to purchase a home in the Lower Mainland, but one big change that Edmonds expects to see is more end users purchasing property, instead of the speculative buyers that have historically owned homes.
She also expects to see some amazing developments going on sale this year. “You’ll see smarter, more experienced developers bringing projects to market,” she says, adding that because buyers are more design-savvy than before, they won’t accept inferior design. “This is a very sophisticated real estate market. A lot of developers have done a really good job and raised the bar.” Compared to other markets in Canada, Vancouver buyers are looking for something much more high end. “In Calgary you still get lower-end products like (linoleum) flooring, while Vancouver is more sophisticated, with granite and hardwood,” Edmonds says. “Design shows (on television) have contributed to this. They want the best of the best.”
‘You’d be really hard-pressed to find these standard features’
Stunning views and beautiful homes at Westridge Living by Kerry Vital
Listraor is continuing its reputation for excellence with its newest development, Westridge Living in Burnaby. While the Listraor name is drawing people in, buyers are staying for the beautiful homes on offer. “You’d be really hard-pressed to find these standard features,” says sales manager Ryan Lalonde. “Listraor is offering a level of detail that’s not traditionally offered.” Westridge is chock-full of amazing features, from deep soaker tubs in the master ensuite to gourmet kitchens built in an open plan design that include stone-slab countertops, stainless-steel appliances and custom cabinetry. The main living areas are perfect for entertaining, with hardwood flooring and even a space for your flat-screen television. In a masterstroke of convenience, a washer and dryer are included in every home. Ranging from 1,031 to 1,107 square feet, the homes are available in three different floorplans. The A plan is a two-bedroom single-level home with a garden-level walkout terrace, perfect for a morning cup of coffee or entertaining groups of all sizes. Above the A units are the B units, which are two-bedroom townhomes that feature stunning rooftop views of the Burrard Inlet and North Shore mountains. Each home also includes two private decks and a breakfast nook. The largest homes are the C units, which have three bedrooms and large outdoor terraces. One special feature of these homes is the master bedroom and ensuite, which is located in its own
loft on the third level. If you’re looking for a bit of extra privacy, the C units are definitely for you. However, it’s not just the gorgeous homes that are bringing people in. The location itself has been a major draw, Lalonde says. “Listraor has done a beautiful job of choosing the neighbourhood,” he says. “You get an unobstructed view of the mountains.” Many of the current buyers are people who have lived in the area before and are looking for something a bit different. Westridge has this in
spades, and Lalonde says that people looking for a quality home at an amazing price will not be disappointed. “There are fabulous green spaces front and back, and you get the security and convenience of the location,” he says. Westridge is close to nearly every amenity you could ever need, including several golf courses, Simon Fraser University, plenty of shops and restaurants and even a local beach. Potential buyers are able to check out Westridge Living from the comfort of their home or office with the Online
Open House, which allows you to speak with a sales representative in real time while watching a video of your chosen floorplan. This also allows homebuyers to show their home to friends and family who may be unable to visit the presentation centre. “We can cue up clips specific to (a buyer’s) request,” Lalonde says. “It gives you a bit more comprehensive look.” If you’re more of a tactile person, Listraor also has a presentation centre. Homes start at $489,900. For more information, visit westridgeliving.ca or call 778-995-9198.
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Listraor has done a beautiful job of choosing the neighbourhood,” says sales manager Ryan Lalonde.
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Steveston Real Estate’s Alexandra Gate is opening soon in central Richmond, and features beautiful nine-foot ceilings, top, spacious kitchens, above, and living areas complemented by laminate flooring and plenty of natural light, left.
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• The Langley Times • Thursday, January 26, 2012
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West Coast Realty 156-19653 Willowbrook Drive, Langley, B.C. V2Y 1A5
305 -305 5499 203rd Street, Langley - 5499 203rd Street, Langley $ 1 7$ 147,49, 90000 This great 1 bdrm 1 bath condo is
just waiting for you! Large master bdrm, spacious living/dining room, nice sized kitchen with eating area, newer carpets throughout, newer fridge, stove & dishwasher and new blinds. Shows great. Close to schools, shopping and transit. Low maintenance fee. Call to view.
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2 custom houses just finished on LARGE lots in Willoughby! Quality built homes by an experienced local builder..Nick Zanic (Belmar Developments). Just under 4,000 SF homes including the full (unfin) basements. Huge lot sizes 6560-6761 SF with rear attached double garages & parking for 4 more vehicles! Vaulted great room with hardwood floors, built-in cabinetry and wired for 5.1 surround sound. 7149 197B Street
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Tall Timbers Rancher with Basement REDUCED! Priced to Sell! $100,000 spent on updates! Exterior of the home completely re-painted, fascia boards replaced & 50 yr cedar shake roof installed last year including all downspouts & all NEW WINDOWS. Contemporary finishing inside with laminate floors, new to ceiling rock surround & gas f/p in the living room & beautiful kitchen with black cabinetry, granite counters & stainless appliances. All new granite in bathrooms. 3 bedrooms on the main, plus a fully finished basement equipped with 2 extra bedrooms, gym, games room and theatre room! Gorgeous private backyard with in ground salt water pool (with new gas heater) surrounded in stamped concrete, hot tub built into & Koi pond. 23889 58a Ave.
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Wonderful family home on a large lot in Hazelwood Grove with views of Mt. Baker. Professionally updated with a new, white shaker style kitchen with granite counters, built-in appliances & a large island. New hardwood floors on the main and new carpeting throughout. New bathrooms, furnace, railings, and paint inside & out. Spacious floor plan including vaulted ceiling in the living room. Fully finished basement with a MEDIA ROOM, extra bath and bedroom. Beautifully landscaped yard with east exposed yard. Superb family neighbourhood. 7752 162a St.
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Yorkson – Janmor Homes New home by Bill Czinege at Janmor Homes with over 20 years of local building experience. 2 storey with fully finished basement & price includes net HST! Hardwood on the main with a classic island kitchen with granite countertops and open to the spacious great room & separate dining area. These rooms overlook greenspace with no neighbours behind! Fully finished basement with an extra bedroom, and rec. Room. 8108 211 Street
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8092 211B Street
Classy 2 storey with fully finished basement in Yorkson. 10' ceilings on main floor with rich engineered hardwood floors. Open concept with exceptionally large kitchen including an 8' island, granite counters, tiled backsplash and overheight white cabinetry. 4 bedrooms upstairs... jack/jill bath joining 2 bedrooms, full ensuite in 3rd bedroom plus a 5 piece ensuite & large walk-in closet in the master bedroom. Fully finished basement with a beautiful one bedroom legal suite. Price includes Net HST!
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Furnished home by Country Homes. Main level features a flex room could be a home office or additional sitting room. 16’ x 15’ great room with gas fireplace. Island kitchen with granite counters, tiled back splash and walk in pantry. Separate eating area with room for a large family table. Mudroom, laundry room off the garage entrance. 16’ x 6’ covered patio and unfinished basement with option to finish as a LEGAL SUITE.
709,900
New home in Yorkson 8104 211B St. With an open concept great room plan. 9' ceilings on the main with 24x24 tile from the foyer through the kitchen with engineered hardwood in the great room. Island kitchen with upper cabinets to the ceiling. 4 bedrooms on the upper floor plus a fully finished basement with laminate floors and a legal 2 bedroom suite featuring a very spacious living area and full size kitchen. Ready for immediate possession!
Quality built home by Janmor Homes only 6 years old with a LONG list of recent upgrades. Just completed the basement including a massive home theatre/rec. room, 2 additional bedrooms, full bath, custom bar with sink & fridge, wine room, and private walk-out access to the backyard. Spectacular backyard oasis backing onto GREENSPACE featuring a 'pondless' water feature, 'Whistler inspired' 16x20 revealed fir beam covered patio, plus a private lower flagstone patio... Gorgeous! Beautiful home with hardwood floors on the main & 4 bedrooms up. 10 out of 10! 6863 199a St.
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2 storey with fully finished basement including a legal suite. Engineered hardwood floors on the main, island kitchen with upper cabinets to the ceiling, great room with gas fireplace, den on the main, and 4 spacious bedrooms upstairs with 3 full baths including a luxurious ensuite with jetted soaker tub. Ready for immediate occupancy!
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669,900 Includes HST
Fernwood Developments - 8107 211B St. Furnished SHOWHOME by Fernwood Developments! 2 fabulous homes by Fernwood Developments! Great room plan with 10’ ceilings on the main floor! Large island kitchen finished in granite countertops, tiled backsplash, under-cabinet lighting and a phone desk. 4 bedrooms on the upper floor with a palatial master bedroom and 5 piece ensuite. Laundry on the upper floor with 3 large kids bedrooms.
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• The Langley Times • Thursday, January 26, 2012
26116 84th Ave., Langley 4 bedroom 3 bathroom, 2945 sq ft home. Sprawling rancher on 5 acres of view property. Wonderful out-door space including swimming pool, fish pond, waterfall feature and all season hot tub. 2 bedroom mobile for extra family, 6 stall barn and multi garages. Very private location.
$
1,150,000
Shelly Lederer 604.839.3491 www.shellylederer.ca
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28270 Layman Ave., Abbotsford Invisible from the road a long winding driveway takes you to the custom built 7,291 sq ft 2 level w/basement home, built in the trees. Huge foyer w/curved hardwood staircase & 2 storey ceiling height. The main floor is all hardwood & heated slate flooring, cherry colored maple cabinets w/detailed granite counters. Wonderful master bdrm w/see through fireplace. Bdrms 2 and 3 are very generous. Downstairs is mostly finished but has room for new ideas. There is a huge detached shop w/RV parking (including sani-dump). A must see property on the Bradner/Aberdeen border.
$399,000
3528 248th St., Langley
Fantastic family complex. 3 large bedrooms, immaculate clean and very well kept, new designer carpets throughout and fresh paint, huge fenced sunny B/Y. Storage unit, excellent strata with newer windows, driveways & fencing. Great location. Complex across street from school & B Park. Bring your pets too! CALL Today
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1,795,000 FOR LEASE
Treeland Realty (1992) Ltd.
Beautiful 1794SF home with dbl detached garage. Quality finishing. 2 storey great room open concept living. 3 bdrm up plus den on main. 2 electric FP, full laundry room up. Tile in baths, granite on all surface tops & beautiful quality laminate throughout! Lane access, fully fenced and landscaped. 4' crawl fantastic for additional storage. Appliance included. Fantastic Price - Buy "NEW"! 2934 Station Road, Abbotsford
$264,800 NEW LISTING Aldergrove Townhouse
For lease! 37,000 sq ft of open storage or parking for trucks. 1800 sq ft coverall building for mechanical repairs, manufacturing or covered storage, some office space also available. Between Aldergrove and Langley, good access to Fraser Highway.
Listings Wanted Residential and Acreage
$568,000 Aldergrove Duplex with 2 Unauthorized Suites - Strata Title! Live & landlord! Based on rental income with 5% down, your mortgage is just $973/month P.I.T. Building is also stratafied! 2 families can purchase separate homes. No strata fees! Well maintained! Good roof. Outside in need of a little TLC. INVESTORS - 4.5-5% CAP! Call for more Details. 2 x bdrm and 2 x 1 bdrm units. $2950/month current Rents.
Cash Buyer for 25-35 Acres in South Langley around $1.4 million
Langley Grove REDUCED $74,800 Seller Motivated Dbl wide 2 bdrm home w/updated kitchen, windows, new furnace, A/C, laminates & carpets. Very clean. Very comfortable home. Large enclosed patio perfect for green house, storage and great additional space. Covered parking. Fantastic adult oriented park, kids & pets allowed. Park has clubhouse, sauna & exercise room. Quick possession possible. Call today!
Garth Olson
$699,000 Yorkson 4312FT BIG LOT w/4272 SF of fab. living incl. a stunning 2 bdrm legal suite! Shop the neighbourhood, then come visit your future home. There is NO comparable anywhere near what this executive home has to offer! The cabinetry and solid granite counters alone will amaze you, Huge, ultra lux M.Bdrm w/coffered ceiling, rain shower bath & all bdrms have ensuites. Media room features a huge wet-bar & powder Room so that you can stay hiding away for days on end! Most unique patio deck c/w gas FP and room for flat screen! Located steps from new Elem. School. HURRY!
Re/Max Treeland Realty #101-6337 198th Street, Langley
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Beautiful duplex style energy efficient (heating $42. per mo) townhouse in the “Edge”. $ High ceiling, floor & ceiling mouldings on main plus hand scraped style hardwood floors ($2,100 upgrade). Dark shaker kitchen with granite, island & high end S/S appliances, & Bosch washer/dryer. Very bright with lots of windows & 2” blinds thru-out. 3 bdrms, 2 baths up including Mbdrm with full ensuite & walk-in closet. Finished games room down & large double garage, built-in vacuum & wireless security system. Large yard & patio, lots of off street parking. Buy here & save the HST. #28 6956 193 St. Clayton.
Updated Westcoast Contemporary rancher with bright walkout bsmnt on beautifully landscaped 1.32 acres. No expense spared on updates incl. a beautiful new custom kitchen w/island, granite, rt room plan with large high winS/S built-ins & E/A. Bright open grt dows, vaulted & beamed ceilings, central F/Pl, elevator & multiple sliders to large exposed aggregate wrap around patio. Main floor includes den & 2 deluxe Mbdrms each with F/Pl, ensuite & sliders to patio. Fully fin bsmt includes unauth nanny suite, theatre room, recrm w/wood stove, games room, 3rd bdrm, laundry & storage. Separate triple garage plus a 31x14 insul shop with 220 wiring & studio above. 8234 196 St. Langley
RANCHER ON 1.5 ACRES
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Completely private executive estate on Clovermeadow Cres. Beautifully renovated 4,000 S/F rancher on 1.5 rolling acres with mountain Stunning t i views. i St i allll white hit kitchen with Wolf 5 burner stove, double oven, extensive use of Italian porcelain & light birch floors, Lots of detail, crowns, Calilfornia shutters, & French doors to completely private S. exposed 20x40 inground pool & spectacular patio area, plus sunroom. Sunken great room with vaulted ceiling & Riverrock fireplace & attached formal dining area. 13x32, 2 stall barn/shop with separate driveway. 4 Bdrms up & 1 in bsmt. 4 zone hot water heat. 29 Clovermeadow Cres., Langley
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184,900
Perfect layout in this very well $ cared for SW corner unit in building 3 in Willow Creek Estates. es 2 Patios Patios, (Mbdrm has its’ own private patio), with both having a beautiful view of the creek & greenspaces. New flooring, neutral colours, 2 bdrms, 2 bathrms, large kitchen & more. Quick possession no problem. This is a great home! #326 27358 32 Ave., Aldergrove
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UPDATED BROOKSWOOD 2 LEVEL Beautifully updated 2 level backing onto Anderson Creek. Nicely $ landscaped & tiered yard with easy access down to creek. New custom cherry kitchen & solid “Figured Maple” hardwood floors in 2004 with S/S appliances & sep salad sink, newer high end front load washer & dryer. 13 yr old hand split shake roof with new ridge caps. Vaulted ceiling in liv/rm & gas fireplace in liv/ rm & fam/rm plus gas BBQ hook up on patio. Mbdrm has private sundeck overlooking backyard all the way to the creek. Bdrm/den in garage easily removed if required. 20125 37 Ave. Langley
569,900
PRIVATE RETREAT ON 4.5 ACRES
Huge bsmt home with 2 bdrm unauthorized suite down & $ sep laundry. Crown mouldings & high baseboards up, oak kitchen and family room plus solarium (not included in Sq. Ft.). 3 Bdrms up, master has 3 pce & walk-in closet, 2 bdrm suite has white kitchen, full bath and separate baseboard heat. Fenced yard with greenhouse, 10x14 workshop. Walking distance to Blacklock Elementary, walking trails and ponds. 20733 51A Ave. Langley
Take the long private lane off 72 Avenue to the end, there you will see your beautiful Cape $ Cod on your completely private park like 5 acre retreat. Light solid maple kitchen with high end (Wolf stove) S/S appliances. All wood windows, French doors off living/rm lead to 24x28 patio with sunken hot tub & outdoor shower in private backyard. Main part of upstairs has 3 bdrms, master has deluxe 3 pce ensuite & walk-in closet. 2nd staircase leads above (24x24) garage to the games room & 4th bdrm, plus an office at back of garage. New paint, hidden gutters & more. 25403 72 Ave. Langley
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ROBERTS COURT
549,000
Top floor 2 bedroom 2 bath condo is in excellent condition and $ overlooks the park in h andd ddefifinitely i l Briarwood. Flooded withh lilight not a fish bowl. The building has been rainscreened ant the roof has been replaced. Easy to show and it will be a pleasure. #404 5465 201 St. Langley
224,900
www.garyhooge.com garyhooge@remax.net
849,900
Bright & beautiful 2 bdrm, 2 bthrm corner unit, S. exposed condo in “Roberts Court”. This building has $ been completely redone & under warranty including, new roof, vinyl siding, windows, decks, & boiler. All new carpets & paint. Perfect layout with bdrms separated by living area. Valor gas fireplace, large white kitchen & big laundry room. 4 Pce ensuite & walk-in closet. Very convenient storage room on same floor. Stunning building, lots of visitor parking & easy access to all amenities. #203 20881 56 Ave. Langley
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1,199,000
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL Great future development potential on this 1 acre, corner $ lot in Willoughby. 9 year old 2 bdrm mobile with i h new septic i and on city water, 12x44 sundeck with S. exposure. Vaulted ceiling thru main living area and all new laminate throughout. 7483 208 St., Langley.
748,000
Future Potential 1.21 Acres Future development potential and/or a great location to build $ your dream house. 1.21 Acres, 173 Ft frontage, t sandy d gravell base for easy construction. Older rancher & detached shop, rented @ $1,100.00 per month on a month to month basis. 20945 42 Ave. Langley
799,000
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Perfect for the First Time Buyer! • Updated 2 bedroom rancher with open oor plan • Over $30,000 in updates • New spa in sunken cedar deck • 20x24 ft insulated shop • Newer roof, windows and appliances
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462,500
NEW LISTING
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Joanne Lee
Wenda Russell
Rudy Storteboom
Maureen Rostas
Julia Petrova
Victoria Ponomarenko
Andy Schildhorn Personal Real Estate Corporation
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Why I Stopped Drinking Tea Robert Heard
Kevin Jeannotte
Duane Marcum
Leigh Turnbull
Monique Papineau
When I was a young lad my mother was a bit of a tea granny and as I grew up, drinking tea with my mom was a way that I got some me time with her. In a family of five kids where my mother worked full time, it was one of the few opportunities available. She made tea from scratch which meant I always had some tea leaves in the bottom of my cup. They are cherished memories of my youth, but as I grew into adulthood, I stopped drinking tea because I discovered that it was too hard for me to predict the future from the tea leaves. Others apparently have the ability to do that, but I just don't. I don't make predictions for the real estate market for the same reasons - Can't read the tea leaves! In 1980 we were in a hot real estate market: In late 1980 prices were rising $10,000 a month on a single family home that was worth $65,000. The market was racing and continued to do that over Christmas 1980 and New Year's 1981. January and February continued to set records, moving that price to $120,000 and then, one day in late February, the market stopped on a dime, reversed direction, and prices absolutely flew in the opposite direction. At the end of 1981 we were almost back to where the prices had been. I never saw it coming. Murderously high interest rates, unemployment rates, inflation rates - and I never saw it coming. Of course, I was a brand new Realtor® at that time and that was my excuse. Again, in the mid-nineties our real estate market was tracking very nicely. Prices were rising gently, the real estate market was busy and everything was good. Then someone stepped on the brakes and the real estate market slowed and finally halted. Prices stayed firm and the market stood still until the early 2000's when prices began to climb rapidly again through to 2008. The market slowed down and prices began a minor up-and down movement that has left them basically at the same level much like the mid-nineties. After watching this activity for 3 years I'm prepared to make a tea leaves prediction for the next year. Barring any significant catastrophe next year will be like the last few. How's that for a stunning prediction. We are in a market of stable or slightly dropping prices and we are probably going to stay there for the next year or two. The Euro crisis, the American housing market, the global economy and low, stable inflation rates. I can see it all now in the tea leaves. So what to do as a home buyer or as a home seller? Well, for one thing, If you want to sell your home and move into a larger/smaller home then you can do it with confidence that the market you sell into and the market you buy into will be the same market. You won't get caught in a swinging marketplace. If you want to buy your first home, now is probably your best time: The market is stable and the current low interest rates offer you the best opportunity to minimize your mortgage payments. If you want to obtain a higher price for your home than the current market will pay then you might as well settle back and get comfortable. I don't think it's going to happen for two, maybe three, or even more, years. In the meantime make a hot cup of tea, sit back and enjoy drinking it, then email me and tell me what the tea leaves are telling you. Stewart Henderson, Managing Broker stewarthenderson@macrealty.com
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