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“THE EDGEWATER” - West Vancouver’s Premier Waterfront
604.351.5211 Eric Latta
VIEW PHOTOS & TOURS AT ERICLATTA.COM Magnificent 2 level townhouse overlooking the sea wall with spectacular ocean views. This beautifully appointed luxury home offers exceptional quality and detail throughout. Featuring a gorgeous international kitchen, adjoining conservatory/eating area and cozy
family room. Large formal rooms overlook the ocean. Upstairs a large master suite, guest suite, and den. 3 wonderful ocean side terraces. The building features a sensational indoor swimming pool and exercise gym, library, and concierge staff.
#101-2288 Bellevue Avenue, West Vancouver
$3,395,000
Serving Borrowers and Investors Since 1978
5 YEAR @ 3.44%!!! John Ribalkin AMP Aurore Viau AMP Felicity Ribalkin AMP Ethan Ribalkin Ext.224
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604.985.951124hrs.
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L L IONEL L ORENCE L It’s the experience! Something New & What A Ride
There’s Magic in Altamont
• Brand new luxury building
• Custom Built
• 1621 sqft, 3 bdrm + den
• Altamont, contemporary
• Waterfront, SW Corner
• 20,000 sqft property
• Exceptional quality
• 4269 sqft, 3 levels
• City & Harbour views
• 4 bedrms, Den
#802-133 E Esplanade Ave. North Van
$2,185,000
1770 29th St. West Van
Tranquility
You Can’t Imagine All The Fun Before You • Headland Park
• Desirable Upper Blueridge
• Hollingsworth Design
• 60 x 135 property
• 3,283 sqft 3 bdrm, 3 bthrm
• Great Family Home
• Outstanding Ocean Views
• Baden Powell Trails
• Coming soon
• Blueridge Elementary
4999 Meadfeild Wynd, West Van
$2,950,000
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$2,850,000
2422 Hyannis Drive, North Van
$929,000
Start Your day With an Ocean Paradise
• Oceanic Gardens
• Private Cul-de-sac
• 914 sqft Penthouse
• 3480 sqft
• Only 14 suites
• 4 bed, 3.5 bath
• 2 bedrm, 2 bathrm
• Bonus Artist Studio!
• Wonderful ocean views
• Sensational Ocean Views
#303-2242 Marine Dr. West Van
$765,000
160 Sunset Drive, Lions Bay
Can You Imagine This Luxury • Headland Park
$1,050,000
Luxury With Immense Passion • Whitby Estates
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SOL
• Spectacular city views
• 3,306 sqft 3 bdrm, 3 bthrm
• Custom built in 2001
• Outstanding Ocean Views
• Elevator, 3 levels
• Coming soon
• 13,179 sqft property
4995 Meadfeild Wynd, West Van
$3,500,000
Beauty Beyond Your Dreams
2379 Constantine Place, West Van
New Price $3,850,000
Fantastic Sunsets & Level Beach Waterfront
• Headland Park
• Lions Bay Waterfront
• Hollingsworth Design
• 17,000 sqft property
• 3,274 sqft 3 bdrm, 3 bthrm
• Ocean & mountain views
• Outstanding Ocean Views
• Rancher, 2039 sqft
• Coming soon
• Swimming pool
4997 Meadfeild Wynd, West Van
$2,850,000
70 Lions Bay Ave. Lions Bay
L L L RE/MAX
LIONEL LORENCE
CLAYTON LORENCE
604.644.3700
604.644.0500
#200-1455 BELLEVUE AVENUE, WEST VANCOUVER
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$3,250,000
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L L IONEL L ORENCE L It’s the experience! Farimont Luxury Residence
Arizona Sand Stone Reflections • Architecturally designed • Ocean & mountain views
• 2 bedrms, 2 bathrms
• 3835 sqft home
• Luxurious details
• 3 bdrms, 3 bths
• South West city views $1,995,000
#4004-1011 W Cordova St. Vancouver
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1723 Medwin Place, North Van
• 1307 sqft apartment
• 19,000 sqft property
5924 Eagleridge Dr. West Van
SOL
• The Fairmont PaciÄc Rim
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$1,675,000
Spring, Summer, Fall & Us
• Cul-de-sac rancher
• Ambleside location
• 7200 sqft property
• Custom build in 2006
• 3 bedrm, 2 bathrm
• 3,702 sqft 3 level home
• Bonus Upstairs OfÄce
• Exceptional detail
• Private Back Yard Oasis
• Spectacular home
New Price $879,000
Steaming Hot With Fantastic Views & Design
1165 Haywood Ave. West Van
$2,195,000
$700,000 Free Interst Agreement for Sale
• Modern contemporary
• $700,000 interest free loan
• Re-designed
• 1300 sqft penthouse
• By Brian Hemingway
• False Creek views
• 4775 sqft, ocean views
• 2 bdrms, 2 bathrms
• 3 level, swimming pool
• Steps to Granville Island
6008 Eagleridge Dr. West Van
$2,950,000
#1102-1485 W 6th St., Vancouver
Just Do It for Yourself
$1,265,000
Oceans 22 A New Lifestyle NEW G IN LIST
• Building site • Eagleridge area
• Ocean Point Villas • 2,885 sqft 3 levels
• Great views
• 3 bedrms & 4 bathrms
• 25,000 sqft property
• Exclusive Waterfront
• Cul-de-sac of Äne homes
• Private Dock & Tennis Court
5912 Eagleridge Dr. West Van
$750,000
Raising Your Sensations
22 Ocean Point Drive, West Van
$1,239,000
Hottest Waterfront With A Fantastic Dock
• Seawalk Place
• Deep Cove Waterfront
• Premiere waterfront
• Deep water moorage
• 1557 sqft 2 bdrm, 2 bthrm
• 11,000 sqft property
• Fantastically redone
• Breathtaking views
• SE corner suite
• 3055 sqft, 4 bedrms
#6E-111 18th Street, West Van
$2,500,000
1840 Naomi Place, North Van
L L L RE/MAX
LIONEL LORENCE
CLAYTON LORENCE
604.644.3700
604.644.0500
#200-1455 BELLEVUE AVENUE, WEST VANCOUVER
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$1,999,000
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L L IONEL L ORENCE L It’s the experience! The City at Your Feet D
SOL
890 Anderson Cr., West Van
Sky’s The Limit
• Sentinel Hill Tudor
• Edge Harbourfront Lofts
• Unobstructed city views
• 1400 sqft, 2 levels
• Elegantly appointed
• 600 sqft terrace
• 3 levels, 5 bdrms, media rm
• Meticulously Redesigned
• 11,765 sqft property
• 2 bedrm, 2 bathrm
(New Listing) $2,150,000
#624-289 Alexander St, Vancouver
Central World Class Waterfront
• West Van Waterfront
• 400 sq ft of waterfront
• 21,000 sqft property
• 4 bedrm, 3 baths
• 2352 sqft home
• Breathtaking Views
• 2 levels
• Amazing opportunity
• 3 bedrms 6261 Taylor Dr. West Van
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Unique Waterfront Paradise
• 30,500 sq ft property
Address & Price Upon Request
SOL
$4,190,000
Style of Every Precious Moment
• Completely rebuilt in 2009
• No HST!
• Corner property w/ views
• Headland Park
• 3800 sqft home
• Architecturally designed
• 3 level, 4 bdrms
• Built 2007, 3981 sqft
• Self-contained in-law suite
3 bedrm + den, 4 bathrm
768 Grand Boulevard, North Van
$1,799,000
4942 Meadfeild Rd. West Van
Only At The Top
$3,275,000
Hosting a Party
• Bosa’s Paramount II
• 3,345 sqft home
• Only 6 suites per Åoor!
• Custom Built in 2010
• 1,058 sqft 2 bdrm, 2 bthrm
• Corner 40 x 150 Property
• North, South & West Views
• 4 bedrms, 5 bathrms
• Steps to Metrotown
• 1 bedrm Legal Suite
#1704-5899 Wilson Ave, Burnaby
$449,000
Picture Perfect Whistler Getaway NEW G IN LIST
$1,799,000
• Castle Drive Estates • 3 bedrm, 3 bathrm
575 E 17th Street, North Van
$1,679,000
Fairmont Pacific Rim Residence NEW G IN LIST
• Trendy Coal Harbour • 742 sqft apartment
• Gorgeous Mountain Views
• 1 bedrm, 1 bathrm
• Private Hot Tub
• Luxurious details
• Perfect Whistler Getaway!
• South West city views
#217-2222 Castle Drive, Whistler
$875,000
#3006-1011 W Cordova St. Vancouver
L L L RE/MAX
LIONEL LORENCE
CLAYTON LORENCE
604.644.3700
604.644.0500
#200-1455 BELLEVUE AVENUE, WEST VANCOUVER
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$779,000
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KASHA RIDDLE Vancouver’s TOP 10% of all REALTORS® since 2008
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JUST LISTED 1735 Mathers Ave @ $1,325,000 OPEN SAT/SUN 2-4
Tremendous, rare opportunity to build a new luxury residence on an exceptionally large .56 acre lot in a prime Upper Ambleside location. This very private & bright gently sloped lot (82’x297’) offers partial Ocean view and a park like setting for your future dream home. The existing house is liveable however value mainly in land. Excellent holding property in a quiet location.
16-5110 Alderfeild Pl offered @ $1,349,000
334 Moyne Drive offered @ $1,195,000
VIDEO@kriddle.com Rarely available 3 BDRM, over 2600 SQ FT detached luxury townhome in a quiet and prestigious Edenshaw. A wonderful treasure in an exclusive neighborhood of Caulfeild Village! 1655 Ross Road offered @ $819,000 JUST LISTED AND SOLD BY KASHA
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VIDEO@kriddle.com Renovated rancher residence with skylights galore! This unique home is situated on a very private, quiet, sunny & large 12 000 sq ft lot that is level, fenced & gated.
“Kasha was the listing agent and also representing us as a dual agency agent. Her service was very detailed and sophisticated. She walked through all the process at our speed and answered every little inquiry we had in professional way. As a dual agency agent, Kasha knew exactly what buyers and sellers needed and she was able to close the deal with smile on both parties. We were extremely pleased with her service and the outcome.”
HAPPY BUYER BRIAN CHOI & SELLER VERONIKA WEISS
kriddle.com 604.803.7070
Zygmunt Riddle Managing Broker 604.868.7070
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4230 Rockridge Cres., Rockridge, West Vancouver $3,788,000 MLS®#V848432
Beautiful, timeless cathedral entry with spiral steps to 3 bedroom one level living nestled amid 14000sq.ft gardens. Oversize storage room&double garage off foyer. Heavy shake roof 2000, Lennox furnace 2001,hot water tank 2008.This gracioushome is perfect for entertaining with sunfilled, private wrap-around deck and patio, huge picture windows, large kitchen with family room opening out to private deck and natural setting. Fantastic open plan sunken living room with woodburning fireplace and raised dining area with access to deck & flooded with sunshine. Good sized bedrooms, very generous sized main bathroom & roomy laundry/ironing room. Master suite is southfacing with large ensuite & huge skylight. Just close the door and enjoy!
3895 Southridge, Bayridge, West Vancouver $1,095,000
MLS®# V859107
Wow! Just under 4000 sq. ft. Bright spacious 4 bedroom tudor style classic,fabulous family home with large bedrooms up including master suite. Cross hall formal living room/dining rooms off grand foyer, a spiral staircase. Large open plan kitchen and family room with new (08) stainless steel appliances & fireplace. Opens out to large deck & mountain views. Lower level one bedroom suite plus games room & rec room. Furnace & Hot Water tank (2009). Suite (2007). Great value here.
Peace and tranquility, this gorgeous & bright 2500 sq.ft. 2 bedroom & den, 4 bathroom townhome has peek-a-boo ocean views of breathtaking Howe Sound, and your own backyard. A mere 20 min drive from West Van.
Calling all Artists - SEMI-WATERFRONT opportunity! Your own private ‘Shangri-La’ 2 bedroom cottage & 3 storey cedar & glass artists studio, high above W.V Yacht Club & Marina over rocky cliffs to sea, sky & Arbutus trees.
541 Tempe Crescent, Upper Lonsdale, North Vancouver $999,000 MLS®#V847286
2 Beach Dr, Furry Creek, West Vancouver $869,000 MLS®# V838385
5809 Marine Drive, Eagleridge, West Vancouver $1,188,000 MLS®# V847808
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6266 St. Georges Avenue, Gleneagles, West Vancouver $1,139,000 MLS®# V845193
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#101–123 E19TH ST. NORTH VANCOUVER
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Shakun Jhangiani 604.725.9179
30. Park Royal ★ 1,298,000 566 Esquimalt Ave ...................... Sat&Sun2-4
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$749,000
335 East Keith Rd, North Vancouver
At last here is a home that hits the jackpot on all key factors - the location is great, the layout is free-Áowing and the size is ideal for a family. Welcome to 335 E Keith Road - As soon as you enter, you will know that this home is one of a kind - very special. It simply oozes space, light and good vibes. Private, yet centrally located, sunny and quiet, this fabulous 4bdrms,4baths duplex can accommodate your family, including the in-laws. The quality Ànishing throughout, vaulted ceilings, granite countertops, welcoming living room with cozy Àreplace, open plan perfect for entertainment, are all features of a home that has it all. It also features one of those cheerful kitchens with beautiful maple cabinets, stylish black granite countertops and lots of space, that work like a magnet when you have a party- it is the hub of all activities. One of the rituals you will fall into almost immediately is meeting the day with a cup of coffee on the balcony adjacent to the kitchen. And is not hard to imagine you at your dining table enjoying your dinner looking at the city lights just like you do when you are in a high end restaurant. The view is with you even when you go to bed the master bedroom offers the golden glow of the city lights as well. The walk-out basement with an in-law suite (9’ ceilings) and fully fenced patio is also a bonus. If you treasure comfort, privacy and urban care free living right in the vibrant Lower Lonsdale and you are ready- to act Buyer, you will most likely be the next owner. Call Vessie to view. You will like what you see!
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$749,000
You Can Be Home For Christmas. Don’t let the address fool you -the entrance is off 21st St! This practical family home (2130sqf) is in a quiet child friendly cul-de-sac,conveniently located to amenities, good schools, Park Royal and Downtown. The welcoming entrance leads to a spacious kitchen. Upstairs, the 3 bedrooms feature space and beautiful high quality laminate Áoors. Step out on the big deck and you will Ànd yourself enjoying the fresh air and mountain views. The 1 bedroom suite downstairs with separate entrance, is the ideal mortgage helper. This home has been well cared for and has many upgrades including new decks, upgraded Áoors,kitchen bathrooms, fresh paint. If you are looking for a home to raise your family this could be the one. Call for your private viewing.
2058 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver roninmortgage.com
John Stanger 604.916.6139 email: jstanger@telus.net
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New Listing #801-1455 Duchess Avenue
566 Esquimalt Avenue, West Vancouver (Park Royal/Cedardale Area)
Beautifully renovated 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment in trouble free, pet friendly building. Only two suites per floor. Features include oak hardwood parquet flooring - porcelain tiled bathrooms and kitchen with mosaic tile back splash, top quality custom made cherry wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances. A custom designed gas fireplace with cherry wood mantle and marble hearth. Enjoy spectacular views of the harbour and Stanley Park from a spacious south facing covered balcony. Barbecues are o.k. See more photos at www.johnstanger@century21.ca
This charming elegant 2 storey plus basement home is truly one-of-a-kind. It’s situated on over 8,000 square feet lush landscaped garden & surrounded by greenery with a gorgeous sun-drenched back yard. This beautiful home features a bright & spacious, south facing 4 bedroom on the upper Åoor plus Kitchen, living, dinning, family room & nook on the main Åoor. Located in a Cul-de-sac, walking distance to Park Royal Mall, Schools, Transportation, Trails & much more.
MORE PHOTOS JOHN.STANGER@CENTURY21.CA PHONE JOHN 604.926-8933
Prudential Sussex Realty 2397 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, B.C. V7V 1K9
Asking only $1,298,000 Call Dora at 604.722.2195 to schedule a showing.