COQUITLAM
PORT COQUITLAM
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2015
PORT MOODY
info@rew.ca • 604-435-7977
Looking to BUY or SELL a home? To assist you in making the best decisions, a professional Realtor can provide the most up to date information on the real estate market, price, financing and comparative properties in your area.
R E A L E S TAT E W E E K LY
Find your EXPERT Real Estate professional right here in REW.ca!
Back To The Future Six-Storey Wood Frame Construction Comes of Age… Again
I
t’s been more than half a decade since British Columbia gave the green light for six-storey wood frame construction. Although the new building code raised plenty of eyebrows – and even some ire – when it was introduced in 2009, today an increasing number of developers are embracing the opportunities it creates. One early adopter was Adera, a Vancouver-based developer long known for its commitment to cutting-edge green building techniques. Adera’s Sail at UBC was the first true six-storey wood frame residence on campus. It was awarded gold for Best Low-Rise Residential in Vancouver/ North Shore at the Urban Development Institute’s 2014 Awards for Excellence as well as Best Multi-Family LowRise Development in BC at the 2013 Georgie Awards. The company’s newest UBC project, Prodigy, is well under construction and sales are brisk.
More Bang for the Buck So what’s the appeal of wood? For most homebuyers, a prime consideration is the affordability factor. “A six-storey concrete building will typically cost an additional $60 to $70 per square foot when compared to an equivalent suite in a woodframe building — which can add up very quickly,” said Al Poettcker, CEO and president of UBC Properties Trust (UBCPT). “Wood frame is an excellent
GO TO
REW.CA /NEWS TO READ THESE STORIES AND MUCH MORE REAL ESTATE NEWS AND ADVICE
way to gain 50 per cent more density without significantly changing the final cost to the buyer.” He added that wood frame buildings provide an interesting aesthetic benefit. “Six-storey wood frame buildings are not allowed to have any combustible materials on the façades,” he said. “So developers use materials such as brick, metal or fibre cement siding like HardiPlank. Often when people stand outside, they can’t tell it’s a wood frame building.”
Capilano neighbourhood – has introduced advanced acoustic technology to reduce sound transmission even more. “People often think a concrete building is quieter than wood frame,” said Eric Andreasen, Adera’s vice president of marketing and sales. “In fact, an independent sound engineer conducted field tests and confirmed this new system has made The Shore the highest performing wood frame building in the province – probably in Canada – equal to or even better than concrete.”
Quiet Time “Because the weight of two extra storeys requires more support, there is a lot more wood mass in a six-storey wood frame,” Poettcker said. “So these buildings tend to be quieter.” Taking this concept a step further, Adera’s newest six-storey wood frame – The Shore in North Vancouver’s
Real Estate Deals Rise as Spring Market Heats Up: BC Notaries
Safe and Sustainable Michael Geller, architect, developer and well-known advocate for innovation in housing, acknowledges that when the legislation was first introduced, many had concerns about wood’s shrinkage over time. “People wondered if it would be exacerbated
Ask the Expert: Mortgage Pre-Qualification vs Pre-Approval
by adding two extra floors,” he says. “Now we’re seeing ever increasing use of pre-fab joists and laminated wood products, so it’s no longer an issue.” As a bonus, many of these products also reduce waste because they are made from young, renewable wood. And here’s something many consumers aren’t aware of – but should be. A five- or six-storey residential building is subject to stricter fire suppression regulations than a building of four storeys or less. “Fires rarely happen during construction,” Poettcker stressed. “But developers have definitely responded with stricter protocols to deal with this outside possibility.”
Vision and History Geller said he’s thrilled with the rapidly increasing number of sixstorey wood frame buildings now found throughout the Lower Mainland. “It is a testament to the legitimacy of this construction approach that Ontario has recently copied BC by allowing six-storey wood frame construction,” he said. “People have forgotten that many of Vancouver’s original buildings were six-storey, heavy timber construction – just walk through neighbourhoods like Gastown and you’ll see them still there. So you could say it’s like we’re going back to the future.”
Expert Décor Trend Advice from the BC Home + Garden Show
•2
R E W.ca » CO QU I T L A M / PO RT CO Q U I T L A M / PO RT M O O DY » F R I DAY M A RC H 6, 2 0 1 5
North Shore
2014
2014
2013
2014
604.763.4307
Top 1% of Realtors for 2014
monet@monettyler.com www.monettyler.com NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
TH4-2789 Shaughnessy St. $675,000
7 Alder Way, Anmore
$1,255,000
NG COMI SOON
#503-5611 Goring Street $528,000
#115-3176 Plateau Blvd.
VIEWS
SOLD #9 3445 Wilkie Ave, Burke Mtn. $638,000
1070 Magnolia Way
SOLD
$1,899,000
4980 Robson Rd, Belcarra $1,098,000
DEXTER ASSOCIATES REALTY
AN INDEPENDENT MEMBER BROKER
chanp@sutton.com
www.sutton1stwest.com
$965,000
604-897-5880
Sutton Group - 1st West Realty
604-942-7211
6 Hawthorn Drive
SIMMY SANDHU
Your Experienced Local Realtors
Peter P.T. Chan PREC 604-351-2833
$325,000
Vivian Tsui 778-228-2096
JUST LISTED!
$299,000
vtsui@sutton.com
$4
16
,00
0
UPDATED 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM CONDO
UPDATED 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with NEW stainless steel appliances and counter tops in Kitchen & bathrooms, in beautiful West Coquitlam. 10 minute walk to skytrain and Lougheed Mall and nearby Vancouver Golf Club, close to all major amenities, shopping, schools & S.F.U. Perfect for the first time home buyer or for those looking to downsize. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE. SHOWS LIKE NEW! #201 - 558 ROCHESTER AVENUE
Glen Klassen 604-220-4408 glenrklassen@shaw.ca
Open House Sunday 2-4pm
Candace Filipponi
176 Cornell Way, Port Moody
Lee Yau Nobrega 604-418-7862 jnlky@yahoo.com
One of the best family-oriented townhouse complexes in Port Moody. Complex has recreation center with indoor pool. Location in the complex is low traffic and the back deck patio is South Facing onto the greenbelt. Easy access to Barnet Hwy, 11 min to SFU, 15 min to Hwy 1 and 15 min to Coquitlam Center and close to future skytrain. Many renovations have already been done, this home is move in ready. VIVIAN TSUI 778-228-2096
Surp Rai 604-763-5263
John Panrucker 604-230-7390
Ted Yeoh 604-377-0186
surpsrai@gmail.com
jpanrucker@sutton.com
tedyeoh1@gmail.com
604-809-4403 www.cfilipponi.com 23888 117B AVE.
$599,400
DEXTER ASSOCIATES REALTY
DESIRABLE COTTONWOOD LOCATION Features elegant open plan living, enjoy a 6 bedroom 4 bathroom home located on a no-thru road! One block to Alexander Robinson school. Over 3,500 sq.ft. on a 6,716 sq.ft. lot, 2 storey home with finished basement. Cozy front porch, fully fenced backyard which backs onto greenbelt. Dramatic vaulted ceilings, formal dining and living room, great family home!
R E W.ca » CO QU I T L A M / PO RT CO Q U I T L A M / PO RT M O O DY » F R I DAY M A RC H 6, 2 0 1 5
.com
www.
OUTSTANDING AGENT
604-275-9787 patsy@patsyhui.com WESTCOAST
... OUTSTANDING RESULTS
152 Sales in 2014!
• 306 SALES AWARDS SINCE 1984 • REBGV LIFE MEMBER
CHILDCARE CENTRE + PROPERTY $1,168,000
OWNER RETIRING! RARE GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY to own this FULLDAY CHILDCARE CENTRE business & property in the most DESIRABLE LOCATION in PORT COQUITLAM. This 1997 built 5329 sqʼ LIVE/WORK 3-LEVEL FAMILY HOME/SCHOOL includes 1639 sqʼ+/- upstairs living quarters & a SUCCESSFUL PRE-SCHOOL & BEFORE/ AFTER SCHOOL care programs business is on a 5635 sqʼ CORNER PROPERTY. Run your childcare business, PAY YOUR OWN MORTGAGE INSTEAD OF RENT!
3•
•4
R E W.ca » CO QU I T L A M / PO RT CO Q U I T L A M / PO RT M O O DY » F R I DAY M A RC H 6, 2 0 1 5
Jim Isherwood 604-250-7755 Brookside Realty
Brookside Realty
11933 224th Street Maple Ridge
11933-224 Street, Maple Ridge • 604-467-5000
“FOR OUR OPEN HOUSES VISIT WWW.DANNYANDCLAUDIO.COM”
CONTEMPORARY END UNIT!
10 11757 236TH STREET
PETS WELCOME!
• 3 bdrms ~ 4 baths • 1540 s. f. 2 storey END unit • YALETOWN STYLE • Clean European finishing • Walk to downtown amenities • Balance of New Home Warranty • Short walk to W C Express
ALEXA
• 3 bdrms ~ 2 baths • 1316 sq. ft. 2 level T/H • Mbdrm with vault ceiling • Kitchen with S/S appl • Playground for children • Minutes to schools • Short drive to shopping/recreation
GALIANO
$369,900
$269,000
RENOVATED HOME + WORKSHOP R V PARKING
GREAT STARTER!
11887 216TH STREET
326 - 12238 224TH STREET
1 BDRM + DEN
• 4 bdrms ~ 2 baths • 2000 sf bsmnt entry home • 9000 s f lot! • h/wood floors • 32X16 shop w/220 • Minutes to all amenities • Short drive to W C Express
HUGE LOT!
• 755 s f unit • 1 bdrm PLUS den • Pets/rentals allowed • Exercise room/lounge • Walk to shopping • Walk to recreation • Walk to W C Express
NEW PRICE!!!
$459,000 23855 ZERON AVENUE
KANAKA RIDGE
• 3 bedrooms ~ 2 baths • 1800 s f 3 level T/H • Newer windows/doors • Newer flooring • PRIVATE patio • 22 unit complex • Minutes to all amenities
MISSION
$569,900
$224,900
BIG LOT-BIG HOME!!
OUTRAGEOUSLY BRIGHT
21108 - 117TH AVENUE
9100 S F LOT!
NEW PRICE!!!
12006 McIntyre Court,
RIVER'S EDGE 11580 223 Street, Maple Ridge $389,700
• • • • •
Only 51 amazing opportunities Built with the highest & strictest standards of construction Only the finest materials being used Inside the best layouts in the market place with each sq.ft. maximized Unbeatable location that offers spectacular riverfront dining, easy access to town centre and Port Haney Wharf • 3 years of maintenance fees • Buy with confidence. Move in today!
• Cute 2-storey West Maple Ridge home • Located on quiet cul-de-sac & built with 2x6 construction • The hot water heating & woodburning fireplace will keep those energy bills down • Many recent updates include a brand new roof, flooring, appliances & hot water tank • Large bedrooms upstairs await your personal decorating ideas!
CASCADA #209 - 11566 224th Street Maple Ridge
NEW PRICE!!!!
$468,000
$569,900
2100 S F TOY STORAGE!!!!
32865 RICHARDS STREET
12150 269th Street
ESTATE ACRE
• 3 bdrms ~ 3 baths • 3500 s. f. 2 level • 30X40 shop w/220 • Gorgeous fir flooring • Slate tile flooring • FABULOUS kitchen • A MUST SEE!!
NEW PRICE!
• Park-like settings & Fraser Valley views • 5 appliances, blinds • Heritage doors & baseboards • Gas fireplace • Quartz countertops and hardwood flooring • 10 year warranty + more!
• 5 bdrms + den ~ 3 baths • 2737 s. f. finished • Set on a 6166 sf lot • Kanaka Creek blocks away • Minutes to shopping/ W C Express • Bright walk-out bsmnt
RANCHER W/BSMNT 2.2 PRIVATE ACRES
23735 110TH AVENUE
NOT A DRIVE BY!!
• 5 bdrms - 4 baths • 2322 s f bsmnt entry • 22x12 covered deck • “In-law” 2 bdrm suite • Updated electrical/furnace • vinyl windows/roof 10 yrs • Minutes to all amenities
• Beautiful rancher over 3800 sq.ft. on 2.3 manicured acres • Large gourmet kitchen with Viking stove and grill • Recently renovated with European windows • Large master with custom spa bath • On city water and backs onto Kanaka Creek • 4 stall barn for the horses
Maple Ridge
11 33260 11TH AVENUE
1800 S F T/H
$514,900 13328 235A Street, Maple Ridge
STARTING AT $159,900
AFFORDABLE FAMILY HOME
• 5 bdrms ~ 3 baths • 2757 sq. ft. on 2 levels • NICELY UPDATED! • GREAT PRIVATE BACKYARD! • Views of Fraser River • Minutes to all amenities • Short drive to W C Express
$1,099,000 25890 116th Avenue, Maple Ridge
OPEN EVERY DAY 1-4PM, CLOSED THURS & FRI
$174,900
LOCATION, PRESTIGE VIEW INCLUDED!
OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 1-4
2 STOREY WITH GARAGE!
4 22388 124th AVENUE
3 BDRM/4 BATH
Nicole Jackson 604-467-5000
• Huge 5074 s f 3 level home • Set on a picturesque acre • NANNY SUITE over garage • In-law acc available • Fully serviced shop at 2100 sf • 5 bdrms ~ 6 baths • SOPHISICATED STYLE......
32 x 70 SHOP!!
$874,900
$259,900 inc. GST
$1,800,000 13245 236th Street, Maple Ridge • Nearly 2 acres on city water • Not in the ALR & potential to rezone • New subdivision next door • Large 3 bedroom rancher • Beautiful attached greenhouse with a koi fish pond • Grounds have many mature trees & shrubs, a gardener's delight!
• Perched above the mighty Fraser River • Spectacular waterfront and mountain views • 1054 sq.ft. 2 bedrooms. Wood cabinets, porcelain tiles, deluxe stainless steel appliances including washer & dryer • Private roof top patio terrace with lounge, barbecue area & 360º million dollar views • Steps to town & West Coast Express
$984,900
Chad August
Brookside Realty
604.318.5254 WWW.CHADAUGUST.COM chadaugust@shaw.ca
www.lifeatriversedge.com
FIRST OPEN HOUSE SUN MARCH 8th - 2-4pm.
WATERVIEW
NEW LISTING!
20% SOLD
$619,900 19549 115B AVE. PITT MEADOWS • Pitt Meadows Best cul-de-sac • 4 Bed + Den • Approx. 2000 sq.ft., 7400 sq.ft. lot • New roof, windows, gutters, plenty of updates
V1106901
CONDOS FROM ONLY $159,000 - $299,900
Rivers Edge • 11580 223rd St. • 600sq ft - 1054sq ft • Amazing functional layouts • Some water views • Steps to W.C express and Water
#203 12079 Harris Rd. NEW LISTING!
$309,900
• 2Bed, 2 Bath, approx 1000sq ft. • Huge patio and siding on to greenspace • Floor to ceiling windows, 2 PARKING
V1098915
20354 Wharf Street
ON THE WATER LIVING! $829,900
• Amazing Southern views & exposure • Private Dock for direct boat access to Fraser • 2storey + finished bsmt • Japanese bamboo flooring, Sauna
12030 210th Street St t
SOLD $449,900
#268 201 Cayer St. V1094936
YOUR TRUSTED HOME INSPECTION SPECIALIST
778-808-8844
WWW.INSPECTIONSWEST.CA $89,900 • 3 bed, 2 bath • Great Coquitlam Park • New windows, gas fireplace
#19-19490 Fraser Way V1090989
704 12069 Harris H i Road R d
V1101439
JUST
Welcome to “Lanesborough” by Polygon! A beautifully appointed Kerrisdale location on the quiet side of the building. Walk into your sun filled 2 bedroom 2 bath home featuring numerous upgrades by this original owner. Upgrades include built in cabinets with drawers in the living room and both bedrooms, window seats with storage in both bedrooms, pullout drawers in the kitchen and stunning Brazilian cherry hardwood floors throughout. Sit out on your lovely covered deck where you can have a BBQ or just sit and relax. You are steps away from restaurants, shops, parks and recreation including a golf course. This home comes with 2 parking stalls and a storage locker. The building offers a club house, library and extensive workshop. 45+ building and no rentals. Call for an appointment to view your new home! The Sisters, Shauna & Mary Burns
V1072563
JUST
SOLD $319,900
$524,900 BEST OF BOTH WORLDS DETACHED IN A STRATA
• 2072 sqft 4 BED 3 BATH • Very large south facing yard • Steps to village and waterfront
Inspections West
We See What You Don’t See!
CERTIFIED & LICENSED HOME INSPECTION SERVICES
R E W.ca » CO QU I T L A M / PO RT CO Q U I T L A M / PO RT M O O DY » F R I DAY M A RC H 6, 2 0 1 5
SMART HOMES JUST STEPS TO THE EVERGREEN LINE.
MOVE IN THIS SPRING.
NET GST INCLUDED! E LAKE AV REGAN AVE
RD
BURQUITLAM STATION
CL A RK E
NORTH RD
COMO
SALES CENTRE
SMITH AVE
COTTONWOOD AVE
SALES CENTRE + DISPLAY HOME Burquitlam Plaza, 408 – 552 Clarke Rd., Coquitlam. Open Daily Noon – 5pm (except Fridays) Limited time offer. Prices subject to change without notice. Please see our sales representative for further details and exact terms of this offer. E. & O.E.
604.492.0222 REGANSWALK.CA
Marcon Regan Homes Ltd.
5•
•6
R E W.ca » CO QU I T L A M / PO RT CO Q U I T L A M / PO RT M O O DY » F R I DAY M A RC H 6, 2 0 1 5
SA
U E V
O T P
0 5 , $9
* ! 0
Two Bedroom Tower Residences From $325,900 Discover The Windsor by Polygon, prominently situated in the exclusive masterplanned community of Windsor Gate in Coquitlam Town Centre. Enjoy all the activity and amenities of a bustling urban centre, in the safety and security of a quiet, tree-lined neighbourhood. From shopping and SkyTrain access to spacious homes and stunning views, you can have it all at The Windsor.
Two bedrooms from $325,900
3096 Windsor Gate, Coquitlam Open Noon to 5pm (except Friday) Telephone: 604.941.8305 Email: thewindsor@polyhomes.com
*See sales staff for details.
R E W.ca » CO QU I T L A M / PO RT CO Q U I T L A M / PO RT M O O DY » F R I DAY M A RC H 6, 2 0 1 5
N O PH W AS SE E 2 LL IN G
MOVE-IN READY TWO-BEDROOM HOMES FROM $324,900
Discover Bradley House by Polygon – a limited collection of stylish two-bedroom apartment residences at Windsor Gate,
Enjoy an unparalleled location, just minutes from the future
Windsor Gate
Lincoln Ave
Kensal Place
N
Pipeline
Rd
Coquitlam’s landmark masterplanned community.
Evergreen Line, top schools, shops, eateries and endless natural amenities.
Two-bedroom homes from $324,900
3107 Windsor Gate, Coquitlam, open Noon to 5pm (except Friday) Telephone: 604.942.8416 Email: bradleyhouse@polyhomes.com
7•
COQUITLAM • PORT COQUITLAM • PORT MOODY
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2015
Looking for a new home? Start here.
R E A L
E S T A T E
W E E K L Y
KERRISDALE GARDENS IS IN THE HEART OF ONE OF THE CITY’S MOST DISTINGUISHED NEIGHBOURHOODS Real estate in Vancouver’s tony Westside is hard to come by. One of the most exciting and luxurious Boutique Developments to be built in the heart of this prestigious neighbourhood is Kerrisdale Gardens. In one of the best postal codes on Vancouver’s Westside, Kerrisdale Gardens is an exquisite collection of 27 Designer Residences, featuring two bedroom terraced suites and one bedroom, den and flex space condominiums. Behind the Kerrisdale Gardens are the award-winning European-influenced designers from Riesco & Lapres. “For years, Riesco & Lapres has been beautifying the homes of Kerrisdale residents in ways that speak directly to the heart,” says Charan Sidhu of Otezs Project Marketing. “They know the subtleties of what makes a home fit in this stunning neighbourhood.” In addition to its prime location, you couldn’t ask for finer finishes: nine foot
ceilings (10 foot in the penthouses), engineered hardwood flooring, luxurious wool blend carpeting, custom millwork, expansive windows to bring lots of natural light in, European-inspired epicurean kitchens and Zen-inspired bathrooms. The kitchens feature custom designed cabinetry, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, including a Fhiaba fully integrated refrigerator, marble countertops with ¾ edge finish and under-the-cabinet puck lighting. “While many people are currently downsizing from their large single family homes to more convenient one-level living, the suites here have been designed with that in mind,” Sidhu says. “We often hear from downsizers that they don’t want to compromise their lifestyle, especially when guests are coming. Inviting people for dinner, family and friends, many condos lack a proper dining area. This feature has been incorporated into many of the
homes without needing to entertain the highest priced or largest unit.” One of its most unique and sought-after features are the gardens on the second floor. This quiet and enchanting private oasis offers incredible outdoor space for the residences that face into this courtyard, of which there are only two left. Truly, this is one of the best outdoor havens you will find in a condominium building. The discriminating people who have already purchased a home in Kerrisdale Gardens have boasted about the access to some of the province’s top schools, both public and private, the walkability of the neighourhood and the penthouses with private garages in the underground. Each homeowner can feel safe knowing the four-storey building offers two levels of secure gated underground parking, plenty of secured storage lockers and ample bike storage. Convenience continues with two elevators for residents to
access their homes. As one of the oldest and most distinguished neighbourhoods in Vancouver you will find plenty of amenities including transit, top rated schools and recreational opportunities, all within easy walking or driving distance. Then there’s high-fashion to patisseries, gourmet cheeses to European décor, including such popular spots as Secret Garden for afternoon tea and neighbourhood favourite, the Red Onion Neighbourhood Grill. These elegant, single-family home inspired residences must be seen to be fully appreciated. The sales centre, located at 2128 West 40th Ave., Vancouver, is open by private appointment only. With only 14 available, these condominiums won’t last. Your brand new home will be move-in ready in Spring 2015. For more information or to view, call 604-559-9848, email at info@kerrisdalegardens.ca or visit www.kerrisdalegardens.ca.
In Print > Online > It’s All Here