Apr 3 - 17, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 7
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
THE CLEAN GREEN MOVE YOU WANT
THE UP & COMING POCO NEIGHBOURHOOD
IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOU BUY
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contents APRIL 3 - 17, 2015 || VOLUME 23 ISSUE 7
ON THE COVER
p. 16
special features 12 Editor’s Note 40 The Estates
Apr 3 - 17, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 7
at Morgan Heights Fabulous living in South Surrey
HIGHLANDS AT SULLIVAN RIDGE Have space. Love life.
by Susan M Boyce
60 Myron’s Muse
In Maple Ridge, a natural place to call home by Janine Mackie
62 Montgomery Acres
by Susan M Boyce
EXCEPTIONAL SINGLE FAMILY LIVING HighlandsByMarathon.ca 778 565 7768
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
THE CLEAN GREEN MOVE YOU WANT
THE UP & COMING POCO NEIGHBOURHOOD
IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOU BUY
Creekside heritage living in Maple Ridge by Susan M Boyce
PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME
Jacqueline Hill
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT
Susan Legge
SENIOR SALES MANAGER, WESTERN CANADA
Edwin Rizarri ART DIRECTOR
40
Megan Pike EDITOR
Stephanie MacDonald
62
CONTRIBUTING EDITORS
Lydia McNutt DESIGN EDITOR
Yanic Simard MEDIA CONSULTANTS
Dave Bird 604.319.7102 Brenda Everitt 604.319.7103 SALES COORDINATORS
Justin Salvador PRODUCTION MANAGER
Bala Gnanapandithan
60 features
Susan M Boyce Janine Mackie
homebuyers’ help 20 On the Horizon
Checking out what’s hot and new in the Lower Mainland’s residential marketplace and beyond
Port Coquitlam’s star is on the rise by Diane Duflot
by Susan M Boyce
64 Listing Directory
Complete listings of more than 250 new-home developments throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland
22 Money Matters
Don’t be afraid of the word “budget” by Gail Vaz Oxlade
26 On the Move
How to make your move clean and green by Chuck Resnick
28 Inside Mortgages The real costs of consumer debt by Kris Grasty
36 Home Sweet Home BMO lowers rates again by Lydia McNutt
Hannah Yarkony
CONTRIBUTING EDITORIAL WRITERS
by Jorge and Alisa Aragon
by Susan M Boyce
columns
PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR
Important things to do before you buy
Lindsay and Rob put down roots at The Grove
Spotlight
Mike Terentiev
49 Mind Over Mortgage
32 Buyer Profile
46 Neighbourhood
GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
district maps 14 34
Surrey/Langley
44 50
Tri-Cities
South Surrey/ White Rock Burnaby/New Westminster
52 54
Richmond
56
Maple Ridge/ Pitt Meadows
North Shore/ Squamish/ Whistler
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//EDITOR’S NOTE
Long-term commitment Will afford you peace of mind
W
hether you’re relocating from one coast to the other or moving to your first place, changing homes can be hectic, exciting and certainly stressful. But, relax. You can eliminate the anxiety associated with moving by taking control of the situation with confidence. Understanding the market is just part of the story. Knowing what you need and what you can afford is the more important part of the equation. Making a prudent purchasing decision that doesn’t keep you up at night
when interest rates rise or market news becomes the talk of the town is up to you. Any expert will tell you that buying a home or condo is a long-term commitment. This issue is full of great tips from the experts as well as the latest news designed to help you make a wise purchasing decision. Along with our Community Focus features, which outline the specifics on many fine communities, there’s lots to take in. So kick back, relax and enjoy. You’re in the driver’s seat.
SUSAN LEGGE
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Yellow Pages NextHome Susan.Legge@ypnexthome.ca Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge
Spring is the time of renewal ...and positive change
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STEPHANIE MACDONALD EDITOR Yellow Pages NextHome
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he one thing we can count on, seasons change and spring eventually comes, bringing the promise of warm weather and bright skies. Here at New Home Guide, we have some exciting new changes afoot as well, and we’re poised to be able to be your go-to resource for all your real estate needs like never before. Keep reading this space to discover all the things happening in print, online and with our convenient new app for any device, so you can be keeping up with your new home search no matter where you are. Along with new mortgage and market columnists, and our Neighbourhood Spotlights, we are excited to bring you all the information you need
to make your best home-buying decision. We also want to inspire you with ideas to make the most of your new home with organization tips, moving advice and the monthly Inspiration Onsite design column. Mortgage rates are also at an all-time low, so this may just be the perfect time to renew your mortgage, or to get your first mortage to get out of your rental and into your own home. So it’s time to come out of your hibernation and make your new dream home a reality. If you start now you just may be planning your housewarming patio party by the time the sun starts shining in earnest. Happy home hunting!
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A6 A11 A10 A13 A14 60th Ave A7 A16 A4
99 604-503-0488
A8. Uptown Clayton Village 19525 73rd Ave. 778-574-0146
A9. The Rockwoods 16241 - 84th Ave 604-503-1188
A10. Fusion
5957 152nd 604-372-2275
13886 62Ave 778-578-9779
A5. Clayton Heights
A11. Blackberry Walk
A6. Madison
A12. The Grove
7310 - 191B Street 604-723-4497
14356 63A Ave. 604-543-6262
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14271 60th Ave. 604-501-6119
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18012 68 Ave 604.372.0388
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15152 91st Ave 778-293-2222
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A13. One 44 5888 144 Street 604-503-6402
A14. Highlands
6070 145th Street 778-565-7768
A15. One 92
6685 192nd St. 604-576-1772
A16. Panorama Woods 6123 138th Street 778-593-9954
A17. Silverwood
84th Ave. & 164th St. 604-953-0288
LANGLEY B1. Parkside
20597 84th Ave 604-648-9428
B2. Exchange
7822 209th St. 604-535-8587
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48th Ave
B6. Arcadia 40th Ave
208 St & 77A Ave 604-513-9090
B7. Evergreen North Yorkson 84 Ave & 206 St. 604-648-8956
B3. Marquee
19752 55A Ave. 604-427-3550
B4. York
84th Ave & 207A St 604-533-1415
B5. Keaton
7686 209 Street 604-882-3733
68th Ave. & 194 St. 604-533-6968
COMPELLING CREATIVE FOR TODAY’S REAL ESTATE
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• STRATEGY
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240th St
Green Timbers Urban Forest Park
96th Ave
//COVER STORY
Highlands at Sullivan Ridge HAVE SPACE. LOVE LIFE. » by SUSAN M BOYCE Go ahead, admit it. When it comes to where you live, you’re ‘particular.’ You want a single-family home built with exceptional quality in a great location. Luxurious, contemporary finishing details, easy access to parks and schools and great price are all on your must have list. In short, you want it all. Well say hello to Highlands at Sullivan Ridge. Located in the heart of Surrey’s Sullivan Heights neighbourhood, this collection of five- and six-bedroom homes continues to wow savvy buyers on the quest for an exceptional home at an exceptional price. “Highlands at Sullivan Ridge offers the best single-family value anywhere in Metro Vancouver,” says sales manager, Chris Stylianou. “Previews are now underway for our final 15 homes, and with prices starting at $689,900 including net GST, this is a rare opportunity.” To sweeten the deal even more, he adds that for a limited time Highlands is offering some extra-special incentives, but no amount of cajoling will get him to reveal what they are. “You’re just going to have to come into the model home to find out the details.” 16 METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE | APRIL 3 - 17, 2015
CELEBR ATE FAMILY
“Highlands is the only brand new, single-family community in this neighbourhood,” Chris says. “Families love the space and flexibility — especially the finished lower level that can be upgraded to a fully self-contained suite perfect for a nanny or a mortgage helper.” He also sees a definite trend of multigenerational living: mom and dad are downsizing from the home where they raised their own family, helping their kids with the down payment on a home at Highlands, then savouring the freedom to travel or golf while staying close to the grandkids. “There are so many reasons why it makes sense — shared costs, knowing there’s someone in the house if we go on vacation, and getting together for special events like Mother’s Day — or just because we feel like having a family barbeque in the backyard,” says one proud pair of grandparents who are delighted with their new digs at Highlands. “It really is the best of all worlds. We have our privacy in a beautiful, sunny suite, and we’re still just steps from our family.” More good news: Chris says Marathon Homes has added even
Families love the space and flexibility — especially the finished lower level that can be upgraded to a fully self-contained suite. — Chris Stylianou more upscale features for this final phase. “Full-height kitchen cabinets and gas fireplace with custom stone surround are now standard. And you can upgrade to a gas stove plus outdoor barbeque hookup.” NEIGHBOURHOOD DIVERSITY
Ready to talk diversity? Sullivan Heights has plenty to contribute to the conversation. Seven elementary schools and two secondary schools are within walking distance. The Bell Centre for the Performing Arts is quite literally just down the road. Coffee shops, pub, grocery stores, service and transit are close by, and when you feel like a fashion mall crawl you’re virtually equidistant from Guildford Town Centre, Willowbrook Mall, Surrey Central or the boutiques of Cloverdale — after all, choice is good, right? Outdoor enthusiasts may find their toughest choice is where to start. Urban parks, cycling trails, golf, even canoeing along the Serpentine River — this neighbourhood is wonderland of options. Of course, you could always just kick back and relax in your private fully fenced and landscaped backyard. After all, barbeque season is just around the corner and your friends have been hinting… Highlands’ newest phase offers just 15 single-family homes priced from $689,900. Model home open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays at 6070 – 145th Street in Surrey. Be sure to visit for a sneak preview before the public grand opening on April 18th. For more information visit HighlandsByMarathon.ca or call 778.565.7768. APRIL 3 - 17, 2015 | METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE 17
SURREY/LANGLEY
Exceptionally built for family life.
Play. Love. Grow.
W
elcome to the new collection of quality townhomes at Arcadia in Yorkson; homes that appeal to both the hearts and minds of families. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of lower energy costs with gas provided by Fortis B.C. Arcadia offers a home that you can afford to own and love.
Over 40 families have made Arcadia home. Visit today to find out why. Only 2 available to move-in this spring! ONLY 2 AVAILABLE TO MOVE IN THIS SPRING! 3 to 4 bedroom Townhomes
$
329900 - $386900
OPEN DAILY from 12 – 5, except Fridays 20852 77A Ave. Langley
arcadialiving.ca 604.513.9090
Sales and Marketing by Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Ltd. www.fifthave.ca
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Prices quoted exclude taxes, are subject to availability at time of visit and/or to change without prior notice. E.&O.E.
Added warmth provided by
SURREY/LANGLEY
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//ON THE HORIZON
Hamilton
Register early because only 12 opportunities are available to own a brand new townhome at Oak and 46th in Vancouver’s prestigious Westside. Brought to you by Listraor, a company with a long history developing in the Oakridge neighbourhood, each Hamilton home will feature three levels of luxuriously appointed living space and an eye-catching, modern architectural style. For more information and to register for more information, visit listraor.com or call 604.418.6809.
inspired architecture, spacious floorplans and thoughtful details such as kitchen islands, pantries, top-of-the-line appliances, spa bathrooms, and over-sized patios and terraces, Cates Landing will be comprised of three- and four-bedroom townhomes plus two- and three-bedroom apartments. Amenities include a fitness studio, meeting room, guest suites, dog and bike wash rooms, deluxe storage space and even kayak storage. For more information and to priority register, visit polyhomes.ca or call 604.871.4126.
River District Town Centre
The Oxley
The wait is over. River District Town Centre homes are now selling. Ultimately to be comprised of select townhomes clustered around two highrise buildings — one 19 storeys, the other 10 — the Town Centre homes bring an eclectic, long-anticipated mix of retail to this popular neighbourhood located on the Fraser River. Get set for a high-end grocer, banks, cafés, and other services. Floorplans range from one and den to family-sized three-bedroom and den. Check it out at the brand new 5,500-square-foot presentation centre — now open at 3302 North Arm Avenue (at the foot of Kinross just south of Marine Drive) in South Vancouver. For more information visit riverdistrict. ca or call 604.879.8830.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own a brand new townhome on The Drive, one of Vancouver’s most dynamic, eclectic neighbourhoods. To be located at 1647 Pender Street, these thoroughly modern two- and three-bedroom homes will feature exquisitely appointed interiors, private rooftop terraces or spacious patios and a distinctive white brick architecture. For more information and to priority register, visit oxleyonpender.com or call 604.336.6666.
VANCOUVER TOWNHOMES
on the horizon Checking Out What’s Hot and New in the Lower Mainland’s Residential Marketplace and Beyond » by SUSAN M BOYCE
Tell us YOUR NEWS Got a new development you’d like us to feature in On the Horizon? Drop me a note at onthehorizon@ wall2wallmedia.com, and we’ll do our best to get you in the next edition.
VANCOUVER TOWNHOMES
Cates Landing
NORTH VANCOUVER TOWNHOMES
Artfully positioned adjacent to Cates Park at 3919 Dollarton Highway in Deep Cove, this boutique community of just 95 homes will offer panoramic views of the Burrard lnlet and a rare opportunity to savour waterfront living. Featuring rich, West Coast Modern20 METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE | APRIL 3 - 17, 2015
VANCOUVER TOWNHOMES
The Ridge
CHILLIWACK TOWNHOMES Located at 5756 Promontory Road, this collection of 42, three-level townhomes offers five different floorplans meaning there’s a design to satisfy every lifestyle. Standard features include gas barbeque hookup and air conditioning rough-ins, quartz counters in the kitchens and fully finished basement. Great proximity to shops, schools and the diverse outdoor recreation that’s part of the Chilliwack lifestyle. For more information visit vedderridgeconstruction.com or call Jason or Anita at 1.800.830.7175.
SURREY/LANGLEY
NOW SELLING! 2 Bedroom Townhomes with Rooftop Living Spaces. Designed to Fit Your Lifestyle.
Own a Townhome with Payments from $899/mo.*
LANGLEY BYPASS
208 St
72 Ave
80 Ave
83 Ave
77A Ave
209 St
LOCATION 7811 209 Street Yorkson, Langley Noon-5pm, Sat-Thurs
hayerlifestyle.com 604.371.0044 *Prices quoted exclude taxes and are subject to availability at time of visit and/ or to change without notice. Payments are based on 5% down payment, with a 5 year fixed rate of 2.74% and a 25 year amortization available OAC with a partner financial institution. Ask Sales team for details. E.&O.E. Sales and marketing by Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Ltd. www.fifthave.ca
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//MONEY MATTERS
The dreaded B-word
IF THE MERE MENTION OF THE WORD ‘BUDGET’ MAKES YOU GROAN, MAYBE YOU HAVEN’T GIVEN THIS OLD IDEA A FAIR SHAKE. GAIL VAZ-OXLADE
is the host of Til Debt Do Us Part, author of Debt Free Forever and blogs daily at gailvazoxlade.com. Follow Gail on Twitter at twitter.com/ GailVazOxlade
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By GAIL VAZ-OXLADE Trying to get through life without a budget is like trying to drive a car with no steering wheel. You can lurch your way along, jamming on the breaks every time a threat looms, or you can put the pedal to the metal, but the whole time you’re careening down the road you’ll be worrying about what you’re going to hit. And if you’ve got any passengers, there will be some mess to clean up when you finally reach your destination.
If you’ve decided to take control of your financial future, congratulations. Create a budget that balances and you’ve taken the first step to making your money work for you.
Anyone I know who lives on a budget couldn’t get by without it. And it seems it’s only the people who refuse to make a plan who end up bellying aching about getting to the end of the money before they get to the end of the month. If you were building a house, you wouldn’t dream of using an architect who declared, “Relax. I’ve done this before. I promise I’ll put everything in the right place.” No. You’d insist on seeing some drawings. And here’s why you should, as the architect of your financial house, draw up a budget. Whether paper-based or electronic, the discipline of managing your budget will help to keep you organized. Annual bills, like car insurance, won’t surprise you, sending shock waves through your cash flow. And unexpected expenses, which have a category in a spending plan, won’t throw you for a loop.
A spending plan is made up of two parts: income and expenses. Income is the money that comes in: your salary, commission, dividends or interest income, alimony, child support, pension, or disability income. It doesn’t include money you think you might get. So, if your bonus is not guaranteed, don’t include it in your budget. Keep it in reserve to boost your RRSP or take you to the sunshine next winter. Expenses are the items you have to pay for monthly. (Divide annual bills, such as insurance, by 12 to come up with a monthly amount.) The best way to figure out your expenses is to look at what you’ve been spending. Collect your bank statements, credit card bills, and whatever other records you have of where your money went over the past year. Put each bill in an appropriate category — i.e., utilities, food, clothing, childcare, gifts — total the figures for each category and divide by 12. That’s your monthly average. Add the categories together. That’s what you’ve been spending. Now, for all you toads out there who can’t gather together two months’ worth of paperwork, never mind a year’s worth, here’s the other way to make a budget: You can use the nifty Gail’s Guide to Building a Budget along with the even niftier Gail’s Interactive Budget Worksheet (gailvazoxlade.com). If you think you can keep flying by the seat of your pants forever, good luck with that. If you’ve decided to take control of your financial future, congratulations. Create a budget that balances and you’ve taken the first step to making your money work for you. APRIL 3 - 17, 2015 | METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE 23
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//MAKE YOUR MOVE
5 tips to make moving cleaner and Greener » by CHUCK RESNICK
CHUCK RESNICK is vice-president of marketing and operations, Two Men and a Truck Canada. twomenandatruck.ca
Protecting the environment is an important concern for consumers and businesses alike, but many don’t realize that moving can have a positive impact on the environment. Waste caused by the moving process not only stems from packing supplies, but also from the waste accumulated over many years within a home or office. Both sources can be extremely taxing on the environment if not properly managed. So, here are some suggestions on how to make your move a cleaner, greener process.
#3 – ORGANIZE: Prepare recyclables
#1 – PLAN AHEAD: Waiting until the last minute to prepare
garage and basement in preparation to move, be conscientious about the kinds of materials being packed to move with you and which items are to be disposed. Toxic items, such as paint, batteries, house cleaning products, automobile oils, pesticides and fertilizers are dangerous and cannot be transported in the back of a commercial moving truck. Also consider these items cannot be thrown-out with your regular garbage. Look up the specialized recycling depots for toxic products in your city.
for a move often makes environmental concerns an afterthought. Start early so you have the extra time to sort through recyclable items in the garage, kitchen and basement for delivery to recycling depots prior to moving day. Typically your garage, basement and attic contain the highest concentration of recyclable waste so start the sorting process there first. Consider holding a garage sale or donating gently used tools or small appliances to a charity rather than have them end up in a land fill site.
#2 – RESEARCH: Survey local recycling options to find the
most convenient solution for recyclables. Many cities offer curb-side pick-up or “sort and drop” depots. Visit earth911.com for a list of local organizations that can dispose of all types of recyclable materials.
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by organizing into categories: plastic, glass, aluminum, paper, cardboard, etc. Look up the requirements of the local recycler to see if there are any additional steps needed to prepare recyclables beforehand.
#4 – CARE FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL: As you clean out your
#5 – REUSE: Do not throw away used boxes when the move is complete. A well-made corrugated box is great for storage or may be reused for a future move. Contact local schools or charity organizations, such as women’s shelters, scout troops, and food banks to ask if they need boxes to redistribute donated items. Donating gently used boxes not only reduces waste, but can be a big help in support of a good cause.
//INSIDE MORTGAGES
Keep an eye on your consumer debt:
IT CAN AFFECT YOUR MORTGAGE QUALIFICATION » by KRIS GRASTY
KRIS GRASTY
is a mortgage broker with Dominion Lending Centre’s Canadian Mortgage Experts and an active member of the MBABC. Kris maintains a strong focus on educating clients on all options. For more information visit his website at www.krisgrasty.ca or reach him at kris@cmexp.com.
It’s hard to ignore the many news reports about the alarming rise in consumer debt lately. The staggering figure of the average family carrying 163 per cent debt in comparison to income is frightening, but one has to remember that a large portion of this figure is typically a mortgage. The debt on a home is considered good debt, as it is typically at lower interest and is secured by an appreciating asset. Only 0.01 per cent of insured mortgages go into foreclosure, as most Canadians are equity rich and prioritize paying for the home. The larger issue here is the Consumer Debt on higher interest accounts like credit cards, car loans and lines of credit. These debts build due to purchases of depreciating assets that are of
little to no value when the debt can still exist. Surprisingly, there have been no restrictions on this profitable side of the lending business. With the new lending rules, mortgage underwriting has become further regulated and it’s now not as easy for people to qualify for their mortgage (and even for their renewal on a home they already live in and easily pay for). One of the largest issues is unsecured consumer debt. Three per cent of all unsecured debt payments must be used as your calculated minimum monthly payment! On a $10,000 line of credit that has a real world monthly payment of around $150, we now have to use three per cent of the balance or $300 as the minimum payment. This takes away income that could be used to pay for or qualify for a mortgage and effectively reduces your potential purchase price. Let’s look at a few examples to illustrate the affect that the three per cent payment rule may have on you.
The debt on a home is considered good debt, as it is typically at lower interest and is secured by an appreciating asset.
HOUSEHOLD INCOME $100,000
Credit Card
Monthly Payment
Debt Level
Monthly Payment
Debt Level
Monthly Payment
$0
$5,000
$150
$5,000
$150
Line of Credit
$0
$10,000
$300
$20,000
$600
Car Payment
$0
$300/mo
$300
$300/mo
$300
Total Debt Payments
$0
$750
$1,050
Home Value
$536,000
$515,700
$453,500
Mortgage Amount
$525,200
$504,300
$440,100
Assumptions: 5% down payment ($28,000), 2.89% Fixed with 25yr Amortization, $3500 Property Taxes and heat.
HOUSEHOLD INCOME $75,000 Monthly Payment
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$360,500
$298,300
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$349,700
$285,500
Assumptions: 5% down payment ($24,000), 2.89% Fixed with 25yr Amortization, $2500 Property Taxes and heat.
As you can see by the numbers above, there is a steep drop in housing affordability and mortgage qualification as we add or increase consumer debt. As a result, we are seeing more often than ever a requirement to reduce or pay off debts prior to mortgage approval. Start planning sooner. Call your mortgage broker and assess your financial situation earlier to identify ways to reduce the unsecured debts and set up your personal financial outlook. With the prime interest rate reductions, refinancing some of this debt into your mortgage at lower rates is another option to consider. If you are thinking of buying a new car or thinking of getting a line of credit – wait! You can always qualify for these extras after your purchase or renewal. I have seen a new car payment be just enough to get in the way of a client and their dream condo. 29
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//BUYER PROFILE
Great Community: Growing Family
LINDSAY AND ROB DISCOVER THE GROVE » by SUSAN M BOYCE It was a Father’s Day like no other. Last summer, after what Lindsay now laughingly describes as a “not so successful” Saturday afternoon spent viewing open houses with her husband and young daughter, a listing for The Grove suddenly popped up on her real estate phone app. “We were just around the corner and it wasn’t quite five yet, so we figured why not check it out.” There’s a distinctly mischievous twinkle in her eye as she admits she actually felt a bit like a tire-kicker. “Until that point, Rob and I thought an older resale was the only thing that would fit our budget. But I really wanted something shiny, new and bright because I don’t want to live in a renovation construction zone for months on end.” NATURE AND STYLE
“We loved the feel of this community right away,” Lindsay says. “It’s so aesthetically pleasing, and the forested area Townline is building in the middle of the property is beautiful. I was raised on 10 acres in the country, so having a connection with trees and nature is important to me.” The floor plans, too, were an immediate hit. In no time, Rob and Lindsay were discussing a two-bedroom and den overlooking
We loved the feel of this community right away. — Lindsay
the grove that had captured Lindsay’s heart. It seemed like more home than they needed, but the conversation continued over dinner. NUMBERS THAT WORKED
Although Rob was a first time buyer, Lindsay had not only owned a condominium, she’d worked in the mortgage industry. “I’m definitely a number cruncher,” she says. “When I started looking at the nitty-gritty — cost per square foot, amenities, comparables in the area — The Grove made good sense.” The couple wrote a deposit cheque the next day, Father’s Day 2014. That afternoon, they also got the good news Lindsay was pregnant with their second daughter. Some months later, they discovered yet another coincidence — Duke, the German shepherd soon to become a four-footed family member — had been born the same day. QUALITY AND REPUTATION
Lindsay laughs as she admits Rob is “incredibly fussy” about construction quality and builder reputation — hardly surprising since he’s a senior supervisor in the industry. “But Townline was excellent in every detail, Elise and the whole sales staff were absolutely top notch, and having the pool and clubhouse will be fantastic. We’ve already had one birthday party there, Rob works out in the gym all the time, and I’m going to make very good use of the pool this summer.” For more information about The Grove, visit thegroveatclayton.com.
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2845 156th St. 778-545-8737
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#5 16223 - 23rd Ave. 604-582-1113
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32nd Ave. & 156A St. 604-538-8876
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1708 King George Blvd. 604-571-6400
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15768 Mountain View Drive 604-560-1053
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//HOME SWEET HOME
Lower lending rates could spell trouble for overextended Canadians » by LYDIA MCNUTT
LYDIA MCNUTT
is an award-winning writer and editor of New Condo Guide. Lydia’s love of architecture, interior design and the written word have landed her happily at home at Yellow Pages NextHome, where real estate rules. Email Lydia.McNutt@ypnexthome. ca, and follow her on Twitter @LydiasTweets
The mortgage rate war is back on with Bank of Montreal’s recent announcement that it is dropping the rate on its five-year, fi xed-rate mortgage to 2.79 per cent, and TD Bank following suit. Th is, just in time for the busy spring real estate market, which is already highly competitive among buyers, sellers and lenders alike. Th is rate drop will make it easier for some homebuyers to get into the market – particularly in cities such as Vancouver and Toronto, which have seen steady increases in real estate prices with no end in sight. But how long can these low rates last, and what will happen to overextended Canadians when rates eventually rise? Th is most recent rate cut was preceded by one in January, when the big banks dropped their lending rates after the Bank of Canada lowered its key rate by 1/4 per cent to 0.75 per cent in an effort to shield highly indebted Canadians from the drop in oil prices and its economic impact, said Alyssa Richard, founder and CEO of RateHub.ca. Then just last week during its latest rate announcement, the Bank held its rate at 0.75 per cent for fears of Canadians taking on more debt than they can handle. Echoing that sentiment, the International Monetary Fund has warned of Canada’s overheated housing market in the face of lower oil prices and increasing levels of household debt. Indeed, a recent report by Statistics Canada shows household debt increased by 1.1 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2014. “For the third consecutive quarter, disposable income increased at a slower rate than household credit market debt. As a result, leverage, as measured by household credit market debt to disposable income, reached a new high of 163.3 per cent in the fourth quarter.” In other words, households held roughly $1.63 of debt for every dollar of disposable income. The fear is that with even lower lending rates, Canadians see this as their chance to take on more debt. Any bumps in the economy – as we’ve seen with our oil prices – can have a farreaching ripple effect and for those on an already overextended budget, big waves.
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“The banks are right to be concerned... that’s what happens in low interest rate environments,” Richard says. “Take this rate cut for what it’s really worth: a chance to pay down your current debt sooner.” “The banks are right to be concerned... that’s what happens in low interest rate environments,” Richard says. “Take this rate cut for what it’s really worth: a chance to pay down your current debt sooner.” “Given long-term interest rates are close to all-time lows and the recent market uncertainty, there are some benefits to locking in to a fi xed-rate mortgage,” Doug Porter, chief economist, BMO Financial Group, said in a press release. “Combined with a shorter, 25-year amortization period, such a step would significantly dampen widespread concerns about the vulnerability of household fi nances.”
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SELLING BY PRIVATE APPOINTMENT
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//PROJECT PROFILE
The Estates at Morgan Heights FABULOUS IN SOUTH SURREY » by SUSAN M BOYCE Okay, I’ll admit it: getting a sneak preview of a brand new showhome from Foxridge Homes is an opportunity I always look forward to. What I know is that I’ll be wowed by the latest in fi xtures, finishings, and creative design. What I don’t know is how the Foxridge team can possibly outdo their last display home. But when I meet up with sales and marketing manager Diane Zarola at the just finished Estates at Morgan Heights, it’s immediately clear why this collection of just 38 homes has been attracting such close attention from savvy buyers — even before official signage went up. YOU HAVE ARRIVED
A dramatic, eight-foot front door almost manages to distract me from the showhome’s front porch — a two-tiered beauty easily able to accommodate a comfortable outdoor sofa, coffee table, and 40 METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE | APRIL 3 - 17, 2015
matching armchairs. The decking is like nothing I’ve seen before — the texture and colour of marble, it’s actually an ecofriendly, durable, and virtually maintenance free material from Duradek. In a word, this is one awesome outdoor space. I can’t wait to see inside. LUXURY REDEFINED
As we step into the foyer, I hear myself give a sigh of sheer appreciation. To my left, a formal dining room with optional coffered ceiling sets the tone for traditional entertaining right down to the double French doors opening back onto that gorgeous front porch — elegant, sophisticated, welcoming and oh so rare. Spanning the back half of this home is a massive great room that’s a definite 10 on my OWS – that would be “Oh Wow” Scale. A stone fireplace with recessed TV niche soars 18 feet along the west wall. Sunlight
streams through full-height windows with meticulously crafted, custom casings and flooring is a rich, engineered oak. The kitchen, too, is a beauty, featuring dual wall ovens, textured glass tile backsplash and under-cabinet puck lighting that’s totally concealed thanks to Foxridge’s double-depth lower shelf. The sink is at least three feet wide and I have to get right up close to confi rm it’s not actually quartz or stone but Silgranit — a virtually indestructible, man-made alternative that’s able to effortlessly repel the inevitable spills and stains of family life. In a moment of synchronicity, I spot a French door beside the informal dining area just as Diane says “you’re going to love how much fun we had with the back patio for this showhome.” Turns out, that’s an understatement. No matter whether you call it an outdoor man cave, outdoor theatre room or natural living room, once
We’re always sourcing the latest in new materials and finishings because our buyers love knowing they can customize their home so it’s different from anyone else’s. — Diane Zarola again, Foxridge has created something truly unique and new. Completely covered for four-season enjoyment and boasting puck lighting for practicality plus a downright funky chandelier for ambiance, the highlight is a second floor-to-ceiling fireplace with built-in TV screen. Now honestly, have you heard of an outdoor TV? Nope, me neither, but at The Estates it’s an idea you can embrace as your own. Upstairs, I check out a Jack’n’Jill bathroom connecting the two children’s bedrooms. When we enter the vaulted master suite, though, Diane tells me she’s just going to let me see the ensuite for myself. Her only hint is that it’s “dazzling” — which is yet another understatement. Frameless glass shower, double sink vanity, crystal chandelier plus an extra-wide, freestanding soaker tub that would have no trouble commanding centre stage in the most romantic movie scene. No question, this is luxury at its finest. MAKE IT YOUR OWN
Since no visit to a Foxridge home would be complete without a look at the current Design Centre, before I leave Diane takes me on a tour of the showhome’s sunny
lower floor. “We’re always sourcing the latest in new materials and finishings because our buyers love knowing they can customize their home so it’s different from anyone else’s,” she says. “Last week, for example, we added nine new flooring tiles and three more carpet patterns.” Personally, though, it’s the designer wine room I’m most intrigued with. “We wanted to show what you can do with a simple storage room,” Diane explains laughing at my rather obvious amazement. Sure I’m a fan of both wine and whiskey, but the creative use of space here blends charm with function in a way I’d love to incorporate into my own home. Note to
self: next time bring, tape measure, sketching pad, and camera. EXPERIENCE FOR YOURSELF
The Estates at Morgan Heights offers 38 estate homes priced from just over $1 million. Presentation centre and display home open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays at 15768 Mountain View Drive (access via 160th Street and 28th Avenue) in Surrey. First phase will be ready for move-in this June, meaning if you act now, you could be settled into your new home in time to enjoy the early summer barbeque season. For more information visit foxridgehomes.ca or call 604.560.1053. APRIL 3 - 17, 2015 | METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE 41
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// NEIGHBOURHOOD SPOTLIGHT
Port Coquitlam RAILS MEET RIVERS » by DIANE DUFLOT
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Known commonly as “PoCo” around Metro Vancouver, the suburb of Port Coquitlam is located 27 kilometers east of Vancouver where the Fraser and Pitt Rivers converge. It is perhaps no surprise that the place that Terry Fox once called home is still the city in the Lower Mainland that has the most parkland per capita; trails abound to such a degree here that runners need never be bored. HISTORY
It was in 1859 that the first European settlers began farming alongside Pitt River, but the area that is now know as Port Coquitlam received a real surge in population when the Canadian Pacific Railway moved its freight terminal from Vancouver to New Westminster in 1911. This, combined with its convenient geographical location where the Pitt and Fraser Rivers meet, was one of the main factors leading to Port Coquitlam’s incorporation in 1913. Once largely farmland, the population of Port Coquitlam had grown slowly but steadily since the first European settlers arrived here in the 1860s and its incorporation as a city. By the end of World War II, there were about 1500 people living in the area, and this number had doubled to 3000 by 1952. By 1960, the population was counted at roughly 8400, and today, Port Coquitlam is a bustling suburb that is home to around 57,000 people.
See & Do
GETTING AROUND
1) RIVERS AND TRAILS FESTIVAL
As Port Coquitlam’s population has grown, it has gradually seen upgrades in its transportation infrastructure. The Pitt River Bridge, a seven-lane cable-stayed bridge, replaced the pre-existing connection to Pitt Meadows in 2009. In 2010, the Coast Meridian Overpass, a four-lane cable stayed bridge, became another means of travelling north to south over the Canadian Pacific Railway Oxford Street rail yard. These updates, however, are small potatoes compared to what’s to come. When the Evergreen line opens in neighbouring Coquitlam in 2016, commutes from Port Coquitlam will become faster, too. What’s more, the design plans for the Evergreen Line include a short spur at Coquitlam Central Station, in order to allow an extension to Port Coquitlam in the future.
2) MARTHA’S BAKERY AND CAFÉ
Savvy homeseekers and developers are taking note of this. Charmaine Betcher of Quest Marketing notes that people are choosing to move out here, because “they get more bang
Port Coquitlam holds the yearly Rivers and Trails Festival on the last Sunday of September to celebrate its surrounding systems of rivers and trails. Family fun at thie festival includes entertainment, art activities, a salmon release, a river clean up, and children’s stations with opportunities to win prizes. A 10 km guided bike ride from Peace Park to Lions Park along the Traboulay Trail is another festival highlight. Original owners Martha and Bala added a Malaysian twist to the good home cooking of a traditional diner. Their daughter, Melissa, now runs the business with her husband, and this generation is keeping up the tradition of cooking everything from scratch.
POCO NOW
3) UNDER THE MOON GIFTS
A creative catch-all for those looking for inspired, whimsical gifts. There’s bound to be something here for anyone and everyone. My picks? Hand-tooled leather journals from India and beautiful blownglass pieces. Many items are manufactured locally. 4) THE BOMBAY RESTAURANT
Authentic Indian cuisine with a good little lunch buffet that keeps locals coming back. If you’re ordering à la carte the pakoras and butter chicken are sure crowd pleasures, but the more adventurous will brave the lamb vindaloo. 5) ASAHI JAPANESE RESTAURAN T
Wonderfully fresh sushi and great prices make for an unbeatable combination at Asahi. Specialty rolls are a little more expensive, but your belly with thank you for the investment.
6) SETTLERS PARK
This sweet park features stunning views of Mount Baker to the South and a lovely pond that a few ducks call home There’s a covered area with picnic tables that can be rented for private functions. Perfect for a child’s birthday or a silver wedding anniversary.
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Fun Facts
» Coast Meridian Road is one of the oldest streets in the Lower Mainland. » A 25 km (16 mi) hiking and biking trail, known as the Traboulay PoCo Trail, completely surrounds the city.
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for their buck here. They’re moving for the lower price point and the accessibility to public transit.” Spring, a boutique collection of 46 units, will be a mere five-minute drive to the West Coast Express, which gets its passengers downtown in only 36 minutes. Dave Webster, marketing manager at Maclean Homes, tells a similar story, calling the Evergreen Line, “an absolute game-changer in terms of access.” He remarks that Translink’s impending improvements will allow those who work downtown to commute, and that this will make it more convenient for them to buy into Metro Vancouver’s expensive housing market. Maclean Homes’s Salisbury Lanes in Port Coquitlam, a collection of two- and threebedroom townhomes, start at $399,900, a drop in the bucket compared to what buyers could expect to pay for similar offerings downtown. Geoff Duyker, senior VP of marketing at MOSAIC Homes, also notes that Port Coquitlam offers incredible value to home seekers: “It’s a place where first time buyers, young families, can still afford to have their housing needs met. It is increasingly becoming a more popular place to live, based on what it offers and the value. For the price of a studio downtown, a young family can live in a three level townhome in the city of Port Coquitlam. Not only is PoCo affordable, though, Geoff points out, but it also offers a high quality of life: “The city of Port Coquitlam is actually one of the fastest growing cities in the region and was recently ranked the third most livable city in the province of B.C…. ranking ahead of Vancouver.” And projects like MOSAIC’s FREMONT Riverfront District, a masterplanned community that consists of 650 rowhome and apartment residences and is being tagged as “a complete community where people can live, work and play” are bringing density to the area that will likely further bolster the community. All of these new developments also offer something else that appeals to the savvy modern buyer: a degree of walkability. Future residents at these projects will find that they all have the basic necessities—parks, grocery stores, schools, coffee shops—within reasonable walking distance. For those who are making the move from renting downtown, this type of convenience is a deal maker.
//MIND OVER MORTGAGE
Looking at buying a home? HERE ARE A FEW THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU START SHOPPING. » by JORGE & ALISA ARAGON There are many people that get a sense of pride and freedom when they become homeowners which can’t be matched by renting. When you own your own home, you are not restricted by your landlord’s rules, and your mortgage payments are going towards building equity. Buying a home is a big step. Here are some things to consider in advance.
JORGE & ALISA ARAGON
are Mortgage Experts with Dominion Lending Centres Mountain View. They are active members of the Greater Vancouver Home Builders Association. Jorge & Alisa focus on the overall needs and plans of their clients and then find the best mortgage to suit their needs. For more information visit YourMortgageSolutionsGroup.ca or contact them at aaragon@dominionlending.ca.
» How long you will be live there. The transaction costs of buying a house that you have to take into consideration that include legal fees, appraisals (if required), inspection fees, moving expenses, etc. If you don’t plan to live in your new home for at least 3-5 years, you may not gain enough equity to make selling worthwhile. In that case, you are probably better off not buying in the first place. » How much house you need. Buying a cheaper, smaller house can end up costing you extra if you have to sell right away due to a growing family. On the other hand, buying more house than you need incurs extra maintenance, energy and tax costs. » Enhance your credit rating. The higher your credit score, the lower your mortgage rate will be. If needed, spend some time working on improving your credit. Check your credit report and correct any errors, don’t apply for any new credit, stay well below credit limits and pay your bills on time. » Remember closing costs. While you are saving your down payment, save for closing costs too. The lender will require you to have at least 1.5% of the purchase price for closing costs. » Test out what you can afford. Talk to a Mortgage Expert to analyze your situation in advance. We will give you an idea on how much house and monthly payments you can afford. To test how comfortable those payments will be, start saving that amount every month (less what you are paying now in rent). Not only will that simulate ownership, it also helps you save for a down payment! » Get pre-approved. This is really the first step in the home buying process. Talk to a Mortgage Expert to get you pre-approve for a mortgage. We have access to multiple lenders, options and will only use one credit report. The pre-approval tells you exactly how much you can spend before you start looking for your new home. » Use a Real Estate Agent. Using a Real Estate Agent can help focus your search, find the right home, save time and protect your interests. There’s no cost to the buyer to use their services. APRIL 3 - 17, 2015 | METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE 49
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16 LUXURIOUS TOWNHOMES ONLY ONE TRUE PARKGATE 3 Bedroom Townhomes from $600’s. Move in Summer 2015! Parkgate Village is one of the North Shore’s finest walkable neighbourhoods. Comprising of only sixteen Built Green® townhomes, Parkgate is a truly limited edition of healthy living homes. Behind the contemporary brownstone exterior, Parkgate is architecturally designed, and detail engineered for the finest stress-free living.
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A five minute stroll across this sun dappled bridge leads to urbane Parkgate Village, a public library and community centre.
Open Daily Noon - 6pm (except Tues & Wed) 604.512.4622 www.texorhomes.com
3508 MT SEYMOUR PARKWAY
Texor Homes (Parkgate) Inc. 245-9600 Cameron St Burnaby BC 604 422 8718. All renderings are for illustrative purposes only and may vary to final build. The developer reserves the right to make variances if necessary without further notice. Sales by disclosure statement. Broker: Red Dot Real Estate Marketing Ltd 604 209 3142. Realtor cooperation welcome. E&OE
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13555 230A Street 604-466-9278
2. Wynnridge
11005 Buckerfield Drive 604-466-6388
3. Village Green
6. Jackson Park
4. Montgomery Acres
7. Cliffstone
12161 237th Street 604-476-2292
24405 112 Ave 604-477-2959
5. Myron's Muse
23651 132nd Ave 604-380-1801
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24406 102 Ave. 604-805-4669 23915 – 111A Avenue 604-380-0045
8. Maple Heights
Kanaka Way & 240th 604-380-1215
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Growing up the way you remember.
THE AREAS ONLY 2-LEVEL 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES
604.476.2292
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Sales and Marketing by Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Ltd. 604-583-2212
237 ST
Nominated for 4 prestigious Georgie Awards including Residential Community of the Year and Best Townhome Community!
NOW SELLING 232 ST
Village Green is a rare collection of Modern-Farmhouse inspired, three bedroom townhomes in a relaxed, country setting. This modern-day village, located in the family-friendly community of Maple Ridge, is a place where friendships, families and dreams can grow. Priced from $304,900.
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DEWDNEY TRUNK RD 12161 237th ST. Maple Ridge Open Daily 12PM - 5PM (Closed Fridays)
Prices and availability is subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.
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//PROJECT PROFILE
Myron’s Muse
A NATURAL PLACE TO CALL HOME » by JANINE MACKIE A short drive from Maple Ridge’s town centre is a pristine neighbourhood locals know as Silver Valley. Its proximity to Golden Ears Park makes it a popular recreation area. Fly fishermen visit its rivers and creeks abundant with salmon, fitness enthusiasts run and bike its forest and hillside trails, and deer and horses are apt to cross your path. With over 10,000 new residents anticipated to settle here over the next few years, much planning has taken place to ensure that the elements that make it so desirable will be preserved, protected and even celebrated. GR AND OPENING SATURDAY APRIL 11TH, 1-6 PM
Myron’s Muse — an enclave of 69 two- and three-bedroom townhomes just past 236th St. on 132nd Ave. is among the fi rst new developments to break ground recently in Silver Valley. Grand Opening festivities are set for Saturday April 11th, when the new showhome opens. The 1,766 square foot “H” plan features a double side-by-side garage, basement games room, a traditional main floor with family room off the kitchen and a formal living and dining room, plus three-bedrooms upstairs including the master suite with walk-in closet and spa-inspired bath. “We have a waiting list of people who are excited to see the finished showhome,” says sales manager Dan Skalnik with Coldwell Banker. Homes now available in Phase One range from 1,387 to 2,101 square 60 METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE | APRIL 3 - 17, 2015
feet. “You definitely get more home for your dollar here, and homebuyers love the area’s natural beauty.” CHILDREN’S PLAYGROUND AND COMMUNITY GARDENS
Designed by local architect Wayne Stephen Bissky, the homes have a welcoming heritage appearance with shingled siding, stone accents and large windows. The developer favoured liveability over density, making for more spacious floor plans with larger rooms, more kitchen cupboards and counter space, wider stairways, laundry on bedroom level and powder room on main floor. Residents even have their own playground and raised garden beds for herbs, veggies and flowers. Inside there’s wide plank flooring and a gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, glass tile backsplashes and elegant quartz breakfast bar. Living comes naturally at Myron’s Muse. Learn more at myronsmuse.com or call 604-380-1801. Grand Opening April 11 with showhome open Thursday through Sunday 1 to 6 p.m. at 23651 - 132nd Ave. in Maple Ridge.
PITT MEADOWS/MAPLE RIDGE
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232 St
community designed for open space and functionality. Nestled in the natural beauty of Silver Valley yet only minutes from local amenities, parks, trails, greenbelts - it’s all here!
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//PROJECT PROFILE
These homes are smart, forward thinking design that works for today’s active lifestyles. — Ryan Connolly
Montgomery Acres CREEKSIDE HERITAGE LIVING » by SUSAN M BOYCE Quick: think fresh air, forested outlooks and singlefamily homes with elegant finishings, plus space for living life well. Now say hello to Montgomery Acres in Maple Ridge’s historic Kanaka neighbourhood. “Early buyers tell us they love the quiet, rural setting,” says Ryan Connolly, Epic Homes’ general manager. “And our second phase will introduce a whole new selection of homes backing onto protected greenbelt — meaning they’ll be even more peaceful and private.” Many will also be larger — more than 3,700 square feet over three floors in the newly released Homestead J plan. “This is our most spacious home to date and is designed specifically for the larger lots available only in this phase,” Ryan says, adding that the first J plan is already well under construction. Also new for phase two is the Hampstead I plan, a spacious master-on-the-main home that’s already turning heads. “This home is a direct response to consumer demand,” Ryan says. “It’s smart, forward thinking design that works for today’s active lifestyles.” Inside, all Montgomery Acres homes are filled with a meticulous attention to detail that make the difference: 10-foot ceilings on the main level, gourmet kitchens that remind me of a French country manor house, and 62 METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE | APRIL 3 - 17, 2015
ensuites that boast a style of soaker tub I’ve never seen before — a contemporary interpretation of the traditional freestanding claw-foot, but wider and without the claw. And yes, that’s a tease —meaning you really have to see this for yourself. ENVIRONMENTAL SAV V Y
Surround by trees on two sides, including ALR agricultural land to the north, Montgomery Acres also takes a stand on environmental stewardship. “To protect the creek that runs along the south edge of the property we’re building an eco-pond that will naturally filter storm water runoff before it goes back into the stream,” Ryan explains. “Once we’re finished construction, we’ll build a landscaped rain garden over top, so not only will it protect the salmon, it will become a beautiful community amenity.” EVOLVING NEIGHBOURHOOD
Before I leave, Ryan has one final piece of news. “Construction is now underway on a new village retail area just down the road at 240th Street and 112th Avenue. We’re hoping for a grocery store, and probably a neighbourhood coffee shop will soon be just a short stroll away.” A latté on the way to work or fresh cut flowers on the way home — bonus. Montgomery Acres offers three- and four-bedroom homes priced from $534,980. Presentation centre and showhomes are open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays at 24405 – 112 Avenue in Maple Ridge. For more information visit montgomeryacres.com or call 604.477.2959.
Big Blooming Deal!
Spring into a new home and pay just $1,295 per month*
Homestead ‘H’ - new design
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$534,980
Homestead ‘A’ - 3 bedroom plus den
$546,980
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Homestead ‘I’ - master on main floor
$559,980
Visit our designer decorated showhomes today. Open daily, noon to 6pm. 24402 112A Ave, Maple Ridge 604-477-2959 MONTGOMERYACRES.COM *This offer is subject to terms and conditions; see our sales staff for all the details. This is a limited time offer.
Homestead ‘B’ - 4 bedroom plus den
$569,980
Epic Homes (2012) is a joint venture with Masa Properties Ltd., Branley M.R. Holdings Ltd., Bristar M.R. Holdings Ltd. & Dale M.R. Holdings Ltd. Pricing and availability may change without prior notice. Prices exclude GST. E&OE
BRITISH COLUMBIA’S NEW HOME DEVELOPMENTS PROJECT
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604-309-7155 604 607-7801 604-850-5040 604-859-3141 604-309-7729 604-309-0540 604-850-5040 604-864-8948 604-557-1047 778-895-5862 604-850-3694
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604-451-9517 604-456-8883 604-291-9130 604-563-8386 604-293-1818 604-436-1100 libertyhomes.ca goldhouseliving.com 604-671-5565 604-320-3386 604-299-1996 604-899-8800 604-899-8800 604-435-9477 604-435-9477 604-435-8866 604-456-0688 604-536-5777 604-431-6033 604-438-9922 604-527-7955 604-435-8866 604-438-1113 604-528-8906 604-807-4353 604-563-7001 604-218-3338
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Call Coming Soon From low $200’s From Low $500’s From $264,000 From $324,900 Call Call From $208,800 From $280,000 From $284,900 Coming Soon From $309,900 From $220,500 Coming Soon From $219,900 Call
BURNABY Aldynne on the Park Altitude Aviara Brentwood Britton Casa d’oro CentreBlock at Univercity Gold House Highland Park Metrotown Lift Madison Met 1, The Met 2, The Metro One Metro Two Metroplace Modello Novella OakTerra Paddington Mews Redbrick Silver Station Square Storybrook Subora Thurston Trio CHILLIWACK / SARDIS Camden at The Falls Centre Field Englewood Village Garrison Crossing Heron’s Landing Jinkerson Vistas La Cason Radius River Walk Seasons at Cedar Sky Summit Residences, The Townsend Terrace
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COQUITLAM 1123 Westwood Amberleigh Austin Black+Whites Bloom Bradley House Burke Mountain Heights Charland Como Crown Evergreen Foster Ave Rowhomes Grand Central 2 Hazel Kingston Mackin Park Nest Penthouse (PH)
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Call Call From $259,900 From $349,900 Coming Soon From $699,900 From $689,900 From $339,900 From $278,900
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604-594-7473 604-590-8818 604-584-2908
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LANGLEY Athenry Gate Arcadia Elements Exchange Evergreen North Yorkson Focal Point Keaton Kensington Lotus Living Marquee Mission Green Parkside Serenity Summerhill Varsity York York by Mosaic Yorkson Creek Yorkson South
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MAPLE RIDGE 223 North Albion Station Cliffstone Edge on Edge Grant Hill Estates Jackson Park Jackson Ridge Mainstone Creek Maple Heights Meadows Pointe Montgomery Acres Myron’s Muse Parc Vue Pointe, The River’s Edge Robertson Heights Signature at Falcon Centre Spencer’s Green Station One Summit at Grant Hill The Terraces Two Birds Village Green Village Walk Wellington Station Wynnridge
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The listings included on the following pages are meant to offer a comprehensive overview of those new home developments currently being marketed throughout Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Pricing is subject to change; you should contact the specific development for current details or special promotions. To report any changes or corrections to this information, please contact our office at 604.519.6080, fax 604.519.6088, or email homes@ypnexthome.ca PROJECT
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NEW WESTMINSTER 258 on Sixth Alexander Walk Canoe Dominion Elliot St English Mews Glass House Lofts Lookout at Victoria Hill, The Northbank Parkside at Victoria Hill Rivers Walk The Sapperton at Brewery District Thompson Landing Trapp & Holbrook
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Call From $349,900 Now Selling Call Call Call Call Call From $249,900 Call From $469,900 Coming Soon From $476,900 From $299,900
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PORT COQUITLAM Altura Amanti Carmandy Fremont Indigo Fremont Green South La Via Orchid Prima Residences Salisbury Lane Shaughnessy, The South Verde Valorie on the Park
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NORTH VANCOUVER 15 West 221 East 3rd Anchor, The Atrium at the Pier Canyon Springs Capstone CentreView Destiny 2 Drive, The Heywood on the Park Latitudes Local on Lonsdale Loden Green Maplewood North Mill House Northlands Parkgate Pinnacle Residences at the Pier Remix Tatlow The Ave Boutique Res. Trophy at the Pier Seylynn Village Shore, The x61 West Quay
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Live Work (LW)
City Home (CH)
High Rise (HR)
PROJECT
TYPE
Gardens, The Grand, The Harmony Kenstone Gate Kingston Gate Livia Mandarin Walk Modern Estates Monet Elle Opal at Richmond Centre Ora Orchid by Beedie Pinnacle Lilving at Capstan Pier, The Riga Riva River Inlet River Park Place RiverSky Saffron Tempo Vogue Westminster Terrace
LR HR HR TH TH TH LR/TH TH HR HR HR HR HR HR/MR/TH LR TH MR MR/TH HR HR LR HR TH TH
SQUAMISH / WHISTLER Elaho Ocean Crest Ravens Plateau Aqua University Heights
TH SF SF TH/LR LR
C O N TA C T
PRICE
604 271 3331 604 278 3880 604-278-3939 604-218-3338 604-760-6024 604-364-2159 604-278-0808 604-788-8833 604-233-7748 604-273-1313 604-303-7575 604-278-8838 info@orchidbeedie.ca 604-303-0148 604-274-7326 604-715-1250 604-278-8825 604-233-2633 604-282-7838 604-522-2583 604-270-2482 604-276-8885 604-715-1250 604-204-1077
From $384,900 Call From $489,800 From $529,900 Call Call Call Call From $300,000’s From low $300’s From $464,900 Call Coming Soon From $299,900 Call Call Call Call Call Coming Soon Call From $283,900 Call Call
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SUNSHINE COAST SECHELT SilverStone Heights
SF
604-741-1877
From $479,900
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HR TH LR LR TH TH TH TH TH RH LR LR TH HR TH TH HR TH TH TH TH SF SF TH TH TH LR TH LR TH SF TH TH TH HR TH LR
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Call Starting at $279,900 From $170’s Coming Soon Call From $341,900 From $294,900 From $279,900 Call Call From $118,800 From $219,900 Starting at $341,900 From $93,900 Coming Soon From $344,900 Call From $349,900 Coming Soon Coming Soon Fr. $345,900 Call for Info Call for Info Call From $339,000 From $329,900 From $159,900 From $323,000 From $214,900 inc GST Call From $489,900 From $298,500 From $364,800 From $314,900 From $250’s From $359,000 From $159,900
Mid Rise (MR)
Low Rise (LR)
Loft (LO)
Duplex (DP)
Townhouse (TH)
Row Home (RH)
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PROJECT
TYPE
Redwood Rockwoods, The Silverwood Teo Verve The Walks University District Wave Wynd Zen CLOVERDALE Residences at Clayton Heights The Grove MacKenzie Estates One92 South Creek Uptown Clayton Village
TH TH TH TH LR TH HR HR HR TH TH TH TH LR/TH SF TH
VANCOUVER & AREA DOWNTOWN 999 Seymour HR Addition HR Burrard Gateway HR Eventide LR Fairmont Pacific Rim Estates HR Fairmont Pacific Rim Estates HR Keefer 188 LR Keefer Block LR Mark, The HR Modern HR One Pacific HR Pacific Pt HR Private Residences at Hotel Georgia, The HR Sapphire, The HR Tate Downtown HR Vancouver House HR EAST SIDE 238 W Broadway LR Bohème LR Bold on Fraser LR Brock East LR Charm LR Cordovan LR Focal LR Francis TH The Independent at Main Gem, The LR Grandview Cascades TH Jade LR Kensington Gardens LR Killarney Ridge RH/DP Killarney Ridge SF Local LR Main Street LR Marquee on the Drive LR Mercer by Cressey LR Oxford, The LR Oxford LR River District LR Rhythm MR Skyway HR Strathcona Gardens TH Triumph TH View 388 LR The Heatley at Strathcona Village MR Vya MR Wall Centre Central Park HR Woodshire TH Wohlstein MR WEST SIDE 41West MR 5555 Dunbar LR 6th & Yukon LR W10th & Maple MR/TH Alder Crossing TH/Studios Aperture LR/TH Arbutus Ridge MR Bennington House TH Binning Tower HR Block 100 HR Penthouse (PH)
C O N TA C T
PRICE
604-503-6929 604-503-1188 silverwoodliving.com 604-288-8981 604-588-3783 604-440-8070 604-588-5795 604-951-9283 604-951-9283 604-355-0166
Call for Info From Low $300’s From Low $300’s From Low $300’s From $160’s Call From $221,900 Call From $199,900 Call
604-723-4497 604-533-6968 604-538-2125 604-576-1772 604.372.0388 778-574-0146
Coming Soon From low $270’s From $349,900 From $199,900 Call From $329,900
604-879-9996 604-338-5233 burrardgateway.ca 604-783-1044 604-781-4303 604-620-6692 604-620-2018 604-682-8813 604-687-4353 604-879-2010 604-899-8800 604-685-0855 604-682-8107 604-876-9222 604-568-8283 604-893-8958
From $345,900 Call Coming Soon Coming Soon Call From $349,900 From $239,900 From $269,900 Call From $465,900 From $300’s From $349,900 Call From $685,000 From $268,000 Call
238westbroadway.ca Call 604-569-3388 From $227,900 604-264-6707 604-715-6060 Starting at $299,900 604-330-8838 From $266,900 cordovan.ca Coming Soon 604-563-6777 Coming Soon 604-330-8848 Call independentatmain.ca Coming Soon liveatthegem.com Coming Soon grandviewcascades.com Coming Soon 604-338-5233 Call 604-620-7886 Call 604-961-2861 Coming Soon Killarneyridge.ca Coming Soon 604-688-5527 From $349,900 604-877-1116 From $339,900 604-559-2011 $329,900 604-879-6400 Call 604-779-0091 Starting at $239,900 604-779-0091 Call 604-879-8830 Coming Soon 603-437-5315 From $409,900 604-436-1100 Call 604-328-9940 Call 604-563-6200 Call 604-330-8838 From $219,900 604-683-0900 From $199,900 604-559-1070 From $239,999 604-874-9232 From $299,900 604-719-1700 From $420,900 604-558-0899 From $240,000 41westliving.com 604-568-7551 cressey.ca 604-239-2080 604-600-5405 778-616-7008 604-738-0001 604-558-1907 604-646-1111 604-682-8801
Live Work (LW)
City Home (CH)
Coming Soon From $349,900 Coming Soon From $429,900 From $290,000 From $$450 Call Coming Soon From $499,900 Call High Rise (HR)
PROJECT
TYPE
Boulevard Cambie & 7th Cambie Star Cambria Canvas Central Citti Elizabeth Empire at QE Park Granville at 70th Kerrisdale Gardens Lido Livingstone House MC2 Meccanica Midtown Monarch Northwest Oak One, The Opsal Parc Elise Pinnacle Living at False Creek Pinnacle Living Broadway Prodigy Q16 Radius Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale Sixth & Steel Sixth and Willow Sota The Spot The Laureates The Ivy Tisdale Tower Green at West Village on False Creek, The Vya TSAWWASSEN Cityhomes at Northgate WEST VANCOUVER 23rd and Bellevue Evelyn Kerrisdale by Cressey WHITE ROCK / SOUTH SURREY Adagio Avra Belcroft, The Beverley Blu Breeze Elevate at the Hamptons Elgin House Essence at the Hamptons The Estates at Morgan Heights Gemini George Grandview Heights Heights, The Hycroft Rowhouses Hyde Park Jacobsen Morgan Rise Newport at West Beach On The Course Royce Rosemary Gate Sakura Saltaire Sausalito Southbrooke South Point Walk The Village at Southwood Winter Street Woods Mid Rise (MR)
Low Rise (LR)
Loft (LO)
C O N TA C T
MR HR/TH MR LR MR HR MR LR LR HR MR HR LH/TH HR MR LR MR HR TH MR/HR HR MR/TH MR MR MR TH LR LR TH TH HR MR HR LR TH HR MR LR
PRICE
604-685-5778 604-568-5060 cambiestar.com 604-325-2216 604-875-8508 604-662-3373 604-880-6880 604-687-8800 604-568-5060 604-687-2298 604-559-9848 604-872-2672 604-998-8988 604-638-9998 604-876-8819 604-563-3330 604-568-6883 604-325-5151 604-418-6809 604-874-8368 604-876-7332 604-336-6380 604-874-8368 604-739-2080 604-221-8878 604-263-8090 604-731-5522 604-267-8882 sixthandwillow.com 604-336-2800 604-671-1025 604-568-6886 604-221-4450 604-566-5888 778-846-5990 604-707-9378 604-733-2010 604-559-1070
From $367,400 Call Coming Soon Call Call Call Call Coming Soon Call Call From $540,900 From $513,900 From $469,900 Call From $349,900 Call From $439,900 Call Starting at $749,800 From $349,900 Call From $290,900 From $369,900 From $399,900 From high $300s Call Call Call Coming Soon Call From 2.5 million Call Call Call Call From $414,500 From $239,999
LR
604-948-2345
Call
HR LR LR
cressey.com 604-922-0330 cressey.com
Coming Soon Call Coming Soon
LR HR TH MR TH TH DU LR TH SF LR TH TH TH/LR TH TH TH SF LR TH LR TH TH LR MR SF LR/TH SF LR TH Duplex (DP)
604-531-6659 From $288,900 604-531-9030 From $319,900 604-568-8830 From $649,900 cressey.com Coming Soon 604-782-5258 From $599,900 incl. GST 604-582-1113 Call 604-723-4497 From $629,900 604-514-8092 From $269,900 604-723-4497 From $399,800 604-560-1053 Call 604-536-1663 Call 604-571-6400 Call discovergrandviewheights.com 778-545-8737 Call 605-541-2495 From $560,900 604-506-1852 From low $400’s 604-538-5591 From $519,900 foxridgehomes.ca Coming Soon 604-536-0256 Call 604-385-0111 From $300’s 604-538-8028 Call 604-541-7480 Call 604-538-5588 Call for Info 604-560-1656 Call 604-531-2200 Call 604-805-2941 Call 604-560-3238 From $230’s 604-560-3450 $729,900 604-364-7455 From $299,900 604-538-8876 From $379,900 Townhouse (TH)
Row Home (RH)
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