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• Do I have to pay Property Transfer Tax? • What other closing costs are involved? • What insurance do I need? Fortunately, all these questions and many more will be answered at the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association (GVHBA) Annual Seminar for New Home Buyers. Now in its 21st year, this free-to-attend session always attracts hundreds of would-be homeowners eager to learn about the process and maximize their chances of landing that dream property. In fact, the seminar has become so popular that, for the first time this year, GVHBA will be running two seminars – one at Surrey City Hall on Tuesday February 10, and the second at the SFU Downtown campus in Vancouver on Thursday February 12.
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Both seminars run from 6-9 pm, and will pack in the following essential information sessions: • “What Consumers Need to Know about Buying a New Home and Home Warranty Insurance” – presented by Home Protection Office, Division of BC Housing • “The New Lending Rules for Home Buyers” – presented by Dominion MacKlem Mortgages • “How Realtors Can Help, Market Update, Pricing, Choosing a Realtor” – presented by REBGV • “Housing Market Overview” – presented by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation • “What Will Your Lawyer Do for You? Closing Costs, Tips for Buying a New Home” – presented by McQuarrie
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Free seminar for first-time and returning home buyers aims to demystify process • “FortisBC: Your Key to Savings” – presented by FortisBC GVHBA CEO Bob de Wit said, “With new home development continuing to rise in so many communities across Metro Vancouver, consumers have a lot of choices to consider. Knowing where the markets are hot and what developers are offering is part of buying smarter.” He added, “This is a one-stop information shop for new home buyers, so anyone considering buying a home should come to this free seminar.” Spaces are limited, so you must register in advance to snag your spot. Register online at www.gvhba.org or call 778-565-4288. Although the seminar is free, attendees are asked to bring a food item for the Surrey Food Bank.
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7547 Cambie St., Vancouver, B.C. V5S 1J9
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Open House Sat-Sun, 2-4 6972 Doman Street * Brand New Custom Built * 3895 sq. ft. house * 7 bedrooms / 7 bathrooms * 3 storey * 41.5 x 132 * Laneway house (1 1/2 level)
$899,000
3339 East 26th Ave. * 68.4’ x 171’ lot – over 1/4 acre * 3182 sq. ft. livable house * Build to suit or will sell outright
* RS-1 * 33’ x 98.5’ lot * 3 Level + Laneway * 2278 sq. ft. + Laneway * Build to Suit.
$899,000 Each Side
$1,700,000
1875 SE Marine Drive
3508 Malta Ave. * 41 x 110 Corner Lot * 3200 sq.ft. House * 3 level plus laneway house
Each Side $968,000
$899,000 land
2438 Gravely St. * 40’ x 112’ lot * RS-5 * 3 Level + Laneway House * Custom build 3200 sq.ft. $899,000
2839 Grant St.
3682 Vimy Cr., Vancouver (Renfrew Heights)
* 33’ x 127’ lot *RS-1 * 3 level with Laneway * Close to 3000 sf + Laneway
6311 Marine Dr, Burnaby * 86’ x 95’ lot * R-5 * Build side x side 2000 sf each side * $799,000 each side brand new duplex * Build to suit
5455 Slocan St. * 50’ x 104’ lot * RT-11 * Side x side brand new duplex * 3 storey * Approved plan construction to begin in March * 2000 sq. ft. each side * Build to Suit
2340 East 33rd * RM-7 * 33’ x 115’ lot * Custom build duplex * 1423 sq. ft. each side * Has nice livable bungalow on it
$3,300,000
2424 – 2412 Franklin St. * Nanaimo + Hastings * 99’ x 122’ RM5 land assembly in Grandview. Plan up to 10 STOREY Building to be built.
2716 Cheyenne Ave. * Custom Duplex Under Construction
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2 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Fully remodelled. Great functional layout. Conveniently located. Low strata fee. For viewing, call RAJIV
192 - 194 E. 51ST AVE, VAN EAST $898,000
West of main corner lot 33 by 100 currently approved by BOV to build two side by side duplex 1053 sqft each side with detached garage. Call for more info.
5309 DOMINION ST, BURNABY $750,000
Beautiful front unit duplex. Spacious living and dining room, laundry and powder room on main level. Wall to ceiling high quality kitchen cabinet, stainless steel appliances, extra large eating area could be a family room. Upstairs 3 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and balcony.
5321 & 5123 CHAMBER STREET $799K
Two new duplex coming soon. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Open layout. Selling now 3103 St. George. 2 new duplex, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. 1500 sq.ft. each side. $859K each. BUYING OR SELLING YOUR HOME?? CALL ME TODAY FOR FREE INVESTMENT GUIDELINE
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956 E 54TH AVE. • • • •
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$469,000
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4493 ATLIN ST. • 1965, 7 bdrms, 3 1/2 baths, 2,400 sq.ft. • Renfrew Heights area, renovated 2003 • Selling together with 4475 Atlin St. • Close to 29th Skytrain St. and across park
NEW LISTING
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$2,528,000
$1,449,000
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• 1965, 8 bdrms, 4 bathrooms, 2,400 sq.ft. • Renfrew Heights area, renovated in 2013 • Selling together with 4493 Atlin St. • Close to 29th Skytrain St. and across park
$899,000
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NEW LISTING
• Can build 3 level house laneway house • 2-5-10 year warranty • Build to suit
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$1,270,000
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LOT 33X124 779 E. 61ST AVE.
4650 McHARDY ST.
1080 E 55TH ST. • 2014, 6 bdrm, 5 bath, 2586 sq.ft. home • 3 level house in the heart of South Van • 1 bdrm unauthorized suite down • 2 bdrm, 750 sq.ft. laneway house
$888,000
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4475 ATLIN ST.
NEW LISTING
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• Vancouver Special facing south • Great view of Richmond • 5 bdrms, 3 baths. New kitchen, washroom • double glazed windows
$625,000
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6977 KILLARNEY ST. • 7 bdrm house over 4,000 sq.ft. 6 bathrooms • 700 sq.ft., 1 bdrm laneway house • Theater room, top line appls., jetted tub • Wok kitchen. 2-5-10 NHW
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LOT 8,775 SF
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#412 997 W. 22ND AVE.
4689 DUMPHRIES ST. • • • •
885 sq ft condo 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, corner unit Insuite laundry, electric fireplace, 1 parking Pets and rentals allowed with restrictions
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$849,000
VAN EAST
2488 SE MARINE DR. • 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms • Potential 2 suites in bsmt • Steps to new River District waterfront
395 E. 57TH AVE. • Can build 3 level house laneway house • 2-5-10 year warranty • Build to suit
7888 16TH ST. • • • •
Brand new 1,790 sq.ft. 1/2 duplex 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, south facing lot Close to Stride elementary school 2/5/10 year house warranty
NEW LISTING
$999,000
VAN EAST 732 E. 51ST AVE. • Can build 3 level house laneway house • 2-5-10 year warranty • Build to suit
918 Salsbury Drive $1,679,000
1184 Rossland St. $849,000
STUNNING! Situated on a historic block, this will be one of the most spectacular character homes for sale in East Van this year. Enter foyer to find spacious main lvl with wood flrs, custom millwork & mouldings. Take in views from your living rm or enjoy a meal in formal dining area adjacent to the stunning custom kitchen with skylights, top-of-the-line appliances & access to S-facing deck. Mid lvl hosts 2 big bdrms, large den (easily made a 4th bdrm), an exquisite bath & massive balcony with views to the mountains, downtown & ocean that will take your breath away! Top lvl has elegant master suite with open den, ensuite spa & epic vistas. Lower lvl: 1 bed suite & shared laundry. South facing patio, gardens & garage too. BEAUTIFUL!
Charming character home on a very quiet street close to elementary school & parks. Main level is spacious & bright with plenty of cute character features to love including wood floors, archway & leaded glass doors. Nice kitchen with eat-in space leads to large deck & private yard, great for entertaining & kids. Main floor has 1 bed, renovated bath, living room with fireplace & formal dining area. Top floor has 2 lovely bedrooms, mountain views & a half bath. Nicely updated legal 1 bedroom suite on lower level with good ceiling height provides good mortgage help. Lots of mechanical upgrades over the last decade. Nothing to do but move in & enjoy. For those looking to buy their 1st home in East Van, it doesn’t get much better than this! SNEAKY PEEK THURSDAY FEBRUARY 5TH 6-7 PM OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY FEBRUARY 7TH 2-4 PM
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PAMMI MANDAIR 604-825-8121 For more pictures & info. visit www.pammimandair.ca
859-3141 (24 HR. PAGING) Van. Direct 857-1098
Now located in the Clayburn Plaza near the IGA
8121 Elliott Street, Vancouver $1,188,000
OPEN SAT & SUN 2-4 PM
Prestigious FRASERVIEW! Build your mansion on the high side of this beautiful, magnolia tree lined street. From this oversized 44x141’ lot with lane access, your new home will enjoy sweeping, unobstructed see forever, southeast views. Walk your clubs across the street to the Fraserview Golf Course or just walk the serene trail around the perimeter. This super location is also handy to a quick bus to Canada Line/Downtown, Champlian Mall & the new River District Community & waterfront park/boardwalk. A solid older home in mostly original condition is included!
Call Terry 604.729.0728 www.TerryVato.com
Qualified Property and Business Opportunities Available Under the PNP PROGRAM OF BC - BC Provincial Nominee Program governing the economic immigration program. FOR DETAILS CALL PAMMI at 604.825.8121
INVESTMENT PROPERTY FRASER VALLEY $2.95M
GAS STATION WITH LAND & BUILDING $3.2 MILLION
1/2 acre land, building, national tenant. Net Gas bar - 4.8 million litres of fuel per year. income at least $118,000 per year. Inside store sales $4,000 daily plus propane. Double wall fibreglass tanks - 10 years old and pumps 6 months old. Good gross income Gas station, C-Store, Pizza shop, Liquor store and good net income!
GAS STATION WITH LAND & BUILDING $1.29M
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OWNER RETIRING! RARE GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY to own this FULL-DAY 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 PRESCHOOL & BEFORE/ AFTER SCHOOL care programs business is on a 5635 sqʼ CORNER PROPERTY. PAY YOUR OWN MORTGAGE INSTEAD OF RENT! Purchase price includes $200,000 for BUSINESS & $968,000 for the PROPERTY.
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SOLD VANCOUVER EAST HOUSE PRICES AT RECORD HIGHS! The Sellerʼs market continues! The low levels of detached homes for sale combined with tremendous buyer demand, has resulted in major price hikes on the Eastside. Call Norm now for a complimentary market evaluation of your home!
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Homelife Glenayre Realty
C-store, gas station, 4 bedroom home. Excellent gross & net income.
GAS STATION WITH LAND & BUILDING $2.43 MILLION
Gas station, c-store, car wash plus rental income from mechanic shop. Fibreglass tanks and electronically monitored inside.
CONVENIENCE STORE & POST OFFICE OUTLET WITH LAND, BUILDING & LIVING ACCOMODATION $499,000
Gas station, c-store, extra income from McDonalds Restaurant lease. Good gross & net profits. Fibreglass tanks, electroniIn Fraser Valley on major highway. Present cally monitored inside. owner has owned it for last 40 years, retiring.
GAS STATION IN THE FRASER VALLEY - $3.8M 1/2 acre of land on major Hwy. Brand new tanks and brand new pumps. Touch less car wash plus 2 bay wand wash. C-store and propane sales. Last 3 years average fuel sales totalling 5.3 M litres per year.
RESTAURANT BUSINESS WITH LAND & BUILDING $999,900 (FRASER VALLEY) Well established last 13 years. Over 100 seats. Liquor license, land over 30,000 sq.ft.
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www.vancouverresidence.com THE HOUSE YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR
Situated on a wide 44.70 by 124.03 RS1 zoned lot in prime quiet Renfrew is this rare 3 bedroom bungalow style home boasting mountain views. The lower level features a 1 bedroom suite renting for $850 per month and the garage is renting for $300 per month to reduce those mortgage payments. Great value at $1,249,000. Hurry! 2729 EAST 3RD AVENUE.
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THE PERFECT HALF DUPLEX Benefiting from a quiet sun drenched south facing backyard is this as new 8 year old 1,520 sq ft residence which boasts the perfect floorplan with 3 bedrooms up including an awesome master bedroom with ensuite. The main floor with its crown mouldings features a designer kitchen with granite counters plus gas range overlooking the private backyard of this rear unit. Lower level includes a separate bachelor suite. Priced to move at $799,000!
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Situated just steps to the Marche St George Market is this 26 yr old 3 level home featuring a coveted 4 bdrm up floorplan with 2 washrooms. The main floor boasts a 5th bdrm, and the lower level a 2 bdrm suite to reduce mortgage payments. This approx. 3600 sqft home is situated on an extra deep 41x143 ft lot. 540 EAST 26TH AVENUE. $1,759,000.
Situated at 1446 EAST 18TH AVENUE is this character style 1197 sqft new 3 level rear half duplex! The sun drenched South facing yard features an outdoor fireplace. Open layout on the main floor boasts 10 ft ceilings, top floor a spacious master bdrm with ensuite plus 2nd bdrm, and lower level a living room perfect for guest accommodation. $825,000.
Located in the heart of Fraserview is this spacious home at 2406 HARRISON DRIVE featuring 3 bdrms on the main and 1 bdrm suite below. Boasting expansive views of Richmond, this property is perfect to renovate, hold or build! Situated on a beautiful quiet tree lined street, this residence sits on a 5,685 sq foot lot. Asking $1,349,000.
This tastefully designed residence boasts 2,166 square feet of superb craftsmanship. You will be impressed with its 10 foot ceilings, A/C, crown mouldings and a coveted floorplan with 3 bdrms plus 2 baths up. Chef’s kitchen with granite counters and backsplash highlight the main floor. Basement includes a 2 bedroom suite plus media room. 4635 INVERNESS. $1,338,000.
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MOUNTAIN VIEWS Priced at just $1,299,000 is this massive 2,739 sq ft 3 level home perched on a hill overlooking a superb North Shore mountain view at 658 EAST 28TH AVENUE. Boasting an extra deep 33x143.5 ft lot, this residence features a great floorplan with 3 spacious bedrooms up, main floor with separate living and dining room plus family room overlooking the renovated kitchen.
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ULTIMATE CORNER VIEW HOME Priced to move at $938,000 is this 3 level corner lot home with expansive views of Richmond located at the North East corner of St. George and East 55th Avenue. 33x122 foot RS1 zoning in the school catchment of John Henderson Elementary. Hurry on this superbly priced home situated at 505 EAST 55TH AVENUE.
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CHARACTER PERFECTION! $799,000
Located at quiet 320 EAST 43RD AVENUE is this delightful character home on a 49.5 x 122 ft lot. The self contained garage in the yard rents $700/month and the 1 bedroom plus den can be leased back to owner at $1500/month. The top floor offers a spacious floorplan with 2 bedrooms, separate dining room, living room and kitchen with 9 foot ceilings. $1,349,000.
Situated on a 40x98.2 ft lot at 81 EAST 49TH AVENUE this spacious renovated 3 level home boasts a 2 bdrm suite easily rentable for $1200/month. Featuring a great floorplan, this home also offers a spice kitchen. The top level includes a master with enclosed view balcony plus a second bedroom with deck. Asking $1,299,000.
This tastefully renovated character home is perfect for entertaining with its gourmet kitchen and spacious living room boasting mountain views. The main floor features 2 bedrooms and the lower level offers a 3rd bedroom plus a self-contained 1 bedroom suite! Quiet cul-de-sac location near the Nanaimo Skytrain. 4184 PENTICTON STREET.
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THE ONE YOU ARE LOOKING FOR
$769,000!
This 13 year old residence offers 3 levels of owner builder custom finishings. Great floorplan with 4 spacious bdrms plus 2 baths up, main floor with high ceilings and an abundance of granite, skylights, plus chef’s kitchen with additional wok kitchen. Superior 47 x 113 view lot with 3 car garage in the heart of Fraserview. $1,398,000. 7962 VICTORIA DRIVE.
Renovated to exacting standards is this character residence at 786 EAST 19TH AVENUE with 2 bdrms up, 1 in lower level with additional 1 bdrm suite. Featuring a spacious living room and formal dining room, this home also boasts a renovated kitchen overlooking the family room next to the sun drenched South facing deck. 30.75x122 ft lot. $919,000.
Situated strategically at 1448 EAST 18TH AVENUE is this front character style new half duplex. Top quality features include 10 foot ceilings, designer fireplace and state of the art open kitchen. You are bound to be impressed on this unique residence situated on an enviable quiet Fraser location.
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BUILDER’S ALERT IN RICHMOND 5551 WILLIAMS RD.
$828,800
Large 60ʼ x 150ʼ lot with 3 bdrm family house. Within walking distance to Jessie Wowk Elementary, London Secondary & Richmond Christian Schools. N Nice layout & huge yard. Bring your renovation ideas, hold and rent or build your dream home.
TOP FLOOR QUIET & WEST FACING 1 BDRM at THE BREEZ #404-1990 Dunbar St.
$329,900
For the 1st time on the market in 12 years, is this very attractive, renovated and efficiently laid-out, West-facing (quiet), top floor, 1 bdrm suite at The Breeze. North of 4th & nestled among restaurants, cafes & grocers, youʼll not shy away from entertaining family & friends.
RARELY AVAILABLE CAMBIE CORRIDOR 50’ X 131’.84 $2,388,800
305 W.16TH AVE.
Located in Cambie Village, this is a fabulous development lot in RT-5 zoning. The house has good bones and some character but is not currently habitable. It was previously used as a 3 legal suite income property with 2 legal addresses (also 3131 Alberta St.).
3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE WITH VIEWS IN AMBLESIDE. 1748 Duchess Ave.
$799,900
Rarely available 3 bdrm townhouse in the heart of Ambleside! Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, this 1,906 sq.ft end unit is a blank canvas awaiting your personal touch. The top floor offers 2 bedrooms, one of which being your very large master bedroom & balcony offering views of Stanley Park & Lions Gate.
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PRIME SOUTH FACING LOT 3336 E.25TH AVE.
$799,000
Quiet Renfrew Heights lot w/ South facing backyard. Suitable for holding and prime for building. Call today for more details and showings. www.thegoteam.ca.
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WATERFRONT 2 BEDROOM WITH VIEW! 110-1990 E. KENT AV
STUDIOS, COACH & LANEWAY HOUSING
$458,000
Renovated 2 bed, 2 bath with stunning VIEWS of Fraser River! Updated flooring, S/S kitchen appliances, counters and more. In-suite storage, large view patio. Access to great amenities. Well maintained RAINSCREENED building. Steps to transit and parks. #110-1990 E. KENT AVE. S.
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A PENTHOUSE TOUR OF THE PRIVATE RESIDENCES AT HOTEL GEORGIA Most of us have wondered what it’s like to live in a vast, multimillion-dollar, hyperluxury condo in downtown Vancouver. Perhaps you’re even a luxury real estate buyer with a few million burning a hole in your pocket, wondering which fabulous downtown pad to call your home. Either way, the Private Residences at Hotel Georgia will have no doubt caught your eye, towering 48 floors above the downtown core. So, to sate all our curiosity, REW.ca jumped at the offer of a private tour of the penthouse and the five sub-penthouses that are currently listed for sale. The tour begins in the glamorous lobby with a $250,000 crystal chandelier, where REW is greeted by Bruce Langereis, the president of developer Delta Land Group who lives in the building and is its ambassador, and managing broker Yvonne Drinovz. In the plush elevator it is apparent that Langereis is a popular face around the building – he is greeted
as an old friend by a resident, with whom he jokes about a dish of hers that he has clearly enjoyed. Despite the building’s luxury, there is an immediate sense of community. On the 45th floor we enter one of five listed sub-penthouses – the smartly staged south-facing 4501, boasting 270-degree views and one of the iconic triangular balconies jutting out high above Howe Street. It has four bedrooms, a den and a media room in 3,784 square feet, along with a sizable but not huge living room, a generous dining space and an open-plan kitchen with top-notch finishings and appliances. The master bedroom has incredible English Bay, Stanley Park and Lion’s Gate Bridge views – how many people living downtown could watch fireworks from their bed? There’s a beautiful dressing room and a white marble master bathroom with classy touches like a cast-iron tub and in-floor heating. The second bed-
room has a bathroom and walk-in closet, plus its own entrance from the hallway – a fire regulation requirement that happily turns the space into an ideal nanny, granny or guest suite. The result of having so many rooms in the unit is a sense of intimacy and livability rather than excess luxury. Despite the huge floorplan, no individual room is particularly large – making this a functional home designed for a family and visiting friends rather than wealthy individuals who might prefer larger entertaining spaces. The six sub-penthouses, on floors 45-47, each take up half of a floor – with one, the south-facing 47th-floor unit, already sold for over $8 million. The five remaining listed units are on the market for between $7.7 million and $8.1 million, and range from 3,483 to 3,784 square feet. Upstairs, in the 48th-floor penthouse, it is a different story again. It is a rare true penthouse, taking up the entire top floor
and completely encircling the elevator core. And, aside from one lavishly staged corner, the penthouse is currently a vast empty concrete shell, waiting for whoever takes it on to do with it what they will. “They could put a bowling alley in this section,” quips Langereis. Of course, it also has incredible 360-degree views and several large balconies, including a west-facing covered terrace currently home to an outdoor kitchen and bar. Fireworks party, anyone? So how much is the penthouse going for? A cool $18 million. “It’s not a hardand-fast price,” says Langereis. “There’s some negotiating room for the right buyer. We have built a community in the building, so it’s partly about getting the right residents in the penthouse that will reflect the community that we have become.” Go to REW.ca for our full photo gallery of the penthouse tour and the building’s amenities, and for links to more information.
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