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Townhouse for sale at the Taliesin in Kitsilano

2010-03-04T17:28:00.001-08:00

I have just listed a two bedroom townhouse at the Taliesin in Kitsilano.
15 2375 West Broadway, at Balsam Street.
Located on two levels with a reverse floor plan meaning you walk into the upper floor which has the two bedrooms and bathroom with the living room, dining room, kitchen and second full bathroom on the main level.
895 square feet
Pets and rentals allowed
One parking stall included in the purchase price.
$499,000

The Taliesin is a 42 unit townhouse complexe by Intergulf. This is an open concept complex with lush gardens in the courtyard in a very well maintained complex.
Located in the heart of Kitsilano with IGA a half a block away and only minutes by foot to all the shops and restaurants on West Broadway and 4th Ave.

For more information on this townhouse in Kitsilano or other townhouses in Kitsilano conatct

Peter Raab
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent

Townhouse for sale at the Taliesin in Kitsilano

2010-03-04T11:42:00.007-08:00

For more information on this townhouse in Kitsilano or other townhouses in Kitsilano conatct

Peter Raab
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent

One bedroom condo for sale in the Capers Building in Kitsilano

2010-03-03T16:17:00.008-08:00

Just listed on March 3, 2010

330 1979 Yew Street, Kitsilano, Vancouver.
One bedroom, one bathroom
680 square feet
$409,000

Fantastic investment available in the Capers building, on the north west corner with a huge west facing patio. One parking and one storage locker included with a gas fireplace and insuite laundry.

The Capers Building

This is a mixed residential/comercial low rise building in the heart of Kitsilano. It was built in 1993 and designed by Harold Kalke who had a philosophy that three development objectives must be met if a building is to be a success:

1. It must positively affect the occupants lives
2. It must make a positive contribution to the neighbourhood
3. It must show the development industry that there is a better way.

He achieved this by installing geo-thermal heating and built in water purification. He was also one of the first to install a double exterior wall system and thermally separated windows for better insulation.
All of the carpets in the building were made from recycled materials and added trees on the roof and surrounding area's of the building to make it an inviting pedestrian environment.

In terms of location, the Capers building is in the heart of Kitsilano, steps to shopping; Capers Market right below, Safeway across the street, Shoppers Drug Mart kitty corner, Market Meats and the list goes on.

For more information on condos for sale in the Capers building, contact:

Peter Raab
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent

Two bedroom condo sold in Kitsilano

2010-02-22T14:14:00.003-08:00

I just sold this fantastic two bedroom condo in Kitsilano, Vancouver West.
310 2525 Blenheim Street, at the corner of West Broadway and Blenheim. Asking price was $599,000 and it sold in two weeks for full price. This condo in Kitsilano has two bedrooms plus a large den with two full bathrooms.
Steps to all the cafes and restaurants on West Broadway, minutes to UBC and downtown Vancouver. This is the largest unit in the building on the south east, quite side of the building.
Even though the Vancouver 2010 Olympics are in full swing, hungry buyers are still looking to purchase condo's in Kitsilano and even condo's in downtown Vancouver.
For more information on condos for sale in Kitsilano contact:

Peter Raab
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent

Vancouver home sales still expected to increase

2010-02-09T16:02:00.005-08:00

According to the British Columbia Real Estate Associations forecast, residential sales are expected to increase six per cent from 85,028 units in 2009 to 90,100 units in 2010 before retreating three per cent in 2011.
Higher home prices and rising mortgage interest rates will provide a constraint on home sales next year.

Relatively slow economic growth, reduced pent-up demand and rising carrying costs are expected to keep home sales from continuing at their frenetic pace.

Although the average home price is expected to increase five per cent in 2010, they are only expected to increase by one per cent in 2011.
Interest rates are expected to increase in the third quarter of this year with will limit price appreciation next year.
Across the nation, Canada's residential real estate market is forecast to remain unusually strong through the first half of 2010 as economic conditions across the country improve and the stimulus impact of low interest rates continues to stoke the demand.

As the confidence in the economic recovery builds in early 2010, increases in real estate levels and over all market activity are expected to continue. However the erosion of affordability driven by these higher house prices and the expected late year upward movement of interest rates are expected to bring the market back into balance in the second half of the year, when Vancouver real estate prices are expected to moderate.

Improving supply as teh year unfolds and easing demand as the cost of home ownership in the Vancouver Real Estate market rises should moderate home price increases in the second half of 2010.

For more information on the Vancouver Real Estate market please contact:
Peter Raab
Vancouver Real Estate Expert

Vancouver Real Estate 2010 Olympic Market Update

2010-02-07T15:50:00.005-08:00

I can't believe we're already into February, I see cherry blossoms around Kitsilano and tulips blooming in our gardens. Although we really didn't have much of a winter yet, it feels like spring is just around the corner. Mirroring the weather has been our metro Vancouver real estate market which has been jumping since the first day of 2010. We've seen lots of new product come on the Vancouver real estate market and likewise, any of the good products getting snatched up in multiple offer bids. What's most unusual is we're seeing these attached and detached homes right up to the 3 million dollar mark selling above the list price, a sure sign of confidence in the market at all levels. I believe this fast start to the year is attributed to the fact that the Olympics are just around the corner and most recognize that February will be pretty much a write off for buying and selling real estate in metro Vancouver.

So, what's in store for the rest of the year?

Expect to see a very active Vancouver real estate market after the Olympics with lots of new listings coming online and many hungry buyers. The Feds said they are sticking to their game plan and will hold low interest rates for an 'extended period', expect this to be mid to late summer. With the 5 year rate at around 3.79% and variable around 2%, people will definitely be buying however I'm counting on the increased inventory to keep price increases at a modest level; say 5-7% in 2010.

For more information in the Vancouver Real Estate Market contact:

Peter Raab
Vancouver Real Estate Agent

Condo for sale in Kitsilano

2010-02-07T14:56:00.005-08:00

310 2525 Blenheim Street, Kitsilano, Vancouver West.
Beautiful rain screened condo for sale in Kitsilano, at Blenheim and West Broadway.
This condo in Kitsilano has two bedrooms with a large bright den/office/nursery. It also comes with 2 full bathrooms, one parking stall and one storage locker. Total square footage is 986 square feet.
The building is the MAC on Blenheim, built in 2005 and is still under warranty.
Minutes to Jericho Beach and Kits Beach, close to UBC and 10 minutes from Downtown Vancouver. Walk to all the funky restaurants and stores on West Broadway including the New Bohemian restaurant.
The is a very vibrant part if Kitsilano and is the perfect location for either UBC students or your couples looking to take advantage of everything Kitsilano has to offer.
This condo is offered at $599,000

For more information on condos for sale in Kitsilano or real estate in Kitsilano, contact:
Peter Raab
Kitsilano real estate expert

Vancouver 2010 Olympics Party Guide

2010-02-02T17:51:00.004-08:00

If there's one thing the Olympics are known for, it's the partying atmosphere. Vancouver will basically transform into a North American Little Europe over the extent of the Games. We present to you, a complete guide of the hottest parties during the Vancouver 2010 Olympics:

Every Night
LiveCity Yaletown (FREE)
LiveCity Downtown (FREE)
Holland Heineken House
Molson Canadian Hockey House
Club Crawl (4 clubs)
Light Show Dinner Boat Cruise

Feb 11 (Thurs)
Gossip - Paul Van Dyk (GER)
Fabric - Top Canadian DJ's
Cellar - Anti-Valentine's Day
Aubar - International Student Night

Feb 12 (Fri)
Gossip - MSTRKRFT (CAN)
Caprice Nightclub
Bar None
Boss Nightclub

Feb 13 (Sat)
Gossip - Benny Benassi (ITA)
Red Room - Hed Kandi with Greg Myers
Fabric

Feb 14 (Sun)
Gossip - LMFAO (US)
Pride of Vancouver Charters - Valentine's Day
Tunnel Multi-Lounge - EmalKay
Fabric - Kaya Jones

Feb 15 (Mon)
Gossip - Gareth Emery (UK)
Bar None
Fabric - Vancity's Finest

Feb 16 (Tues)
Gossip - Flying Lotus (US)
Fabric - DJ Muggs
Lotus, Honey and Milk - Sydney Blu (Spain Night)

Feb 17 (Wed)
Gossip - Steve Aoki (US)
Ginger62 - DJ Heather (US)
Fabric - MixMaster Mike
Space Lounge - electronic world music
Pride of Vancouver Charters - Light Show Dinner Boat Cruise

Feb 18 (Thurs)
Gossip - Benny Benassi (ITA)
Fortune Sound Club - Brazilian Carnival Mardi Gras
Fabric - Roxanne Dawn
Pop Opera - DJ Fashen

Feb 19 (Fri)
Gossip - Steve Angello (SWE)
Boss Nightclub - DJ Starting From Scratch
Fabric - koo Party
Club Bud (Budweiser) - Burton Party

Feb 20 (Sat)
Gossip - Armin Van Buuren (NED)
Red Room - Paul Oakenfold (UK)
Club Bud (Budweiser) - NHL Party

Fabric - Miss Marz
The Modern - The Good Life

Feb 22 (Mon)
Gossip - dubfire (US)
Love Lounge - white party
Fabric - Vancity's Finest
Lotus, Honey and Milk - USA Night

Fortune Sound Club - Wale
Pop Opera - Jermaine Dupri

Feb 24 (Wed)
Gossip - Samantha Ronson (US)
Ginger62 - Mark Farina
Fabric - Kay Jay
Fortune Sound Club - Fckin Eh
Pop Opera - DJ Spider (US)

Gossip - Calvin Harris (SCO)
Shine - Dieselboy (US)
The Modern - DJ Spider (US)
Canvas Lounge - Ferrari Maserati: Italian Luxury Night
Club Bud (Budweiser) - Budweiser Party

Feb 26 (Fri)
Gossip - Wolfgang Gartner (US)
Boss Nightclub - DJ Jazzy Jeff
Fabric - koo Party
Club Bud (Budweiser) - Under Armour Party

Feb 27 (Sat)
Gossip - Crystal Castles (CAN)
Red Room - Markus Schulz (GER)
Club Bud (Budweiser) - Lululemon Athletica Party

Feb 28 (Sun)
Gossip - TBA
Shine - Danny Howells, Lee Burridge
Caprice
Fabric - DJ Pump
The Modern - DJ Eleven, The Good Life
Venue - DJ's King and TheMayor

Bounce back from 2009 in the Vancouver Real Estate market will taper off in 2010

2010-01-29T14:35:00.004-08:00

The huge bounce back in the Vancouver real estate market in 2009 which was fueled mostly by the record low interest rates will slow in 2010 and 2011 according to the B.C. Real Estate Association.
Association chief economist Cameron Muir is forecasting provincewide sales in 2010 to increase only three per cent above a hot 2009's results to 90,100 sales in 2010, then slip back three per cent to 87,500 units in 2011.
The provincial average price, Muir is forecasting, will advance five per cent to $490,900 in 2010 then eke out just one-per-cent growth to $494,800 in 2011.
One of the largest factors that will slow the Vancouver Real Estate market is the affordability factor. As mortgage prices edge higher, coupled with the record prices, will keep further price increases under control.
And while B.C.'s economy is creeping towards a recovery with some job and income growth, Muir said the growth is not coming quickly enough to offset the rising unaffordability of housing.
"We're unlikely to see record sales levels this year and next as a result of that," Muir said.
However, Muir does expect B.C. home sales in 2010 and 2011 to remain slightly above the 10 year annual average, which is "what we would expect given the economy is just coming out of recession."
In his forecast, Muir estimates that the markets that roared back the most in 2009 - Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and Victoria - will be among those with the most muted results in 2010 and 2011.
After rocketing back 44 per cent in 2009, Muir is projecting Metro Vancouver sales to advance just three per cent to 37,500 units in 2010, then slip back five per cent to 35,500 in 2011.
Muir is forecasting that the Metro Vancouver average price will jump seven per cent in 2010 to $636,000, then edge up just one per cent to $643,000 in 2011.

Bank of Canada dismissed talk of a housing bubble in Canada

2010-01-14T15:50:00.004-08:00

Printed in Financial Post January 12, 2010.

The Bank of Canada Monday dismissed talk of a housing bubble in Canada as "premature," warning that calls for higher interest rates now in an effort to temper real-estate markets would be akin to "dousing" the economic recovery with cold water.
It delivered this message through a speech in Edmonton, and marked the first time the central bank tried to address directly myriad concerns that the country's real-estate market is appreciating too quickly, too soon. "Recent house price increases do not appear to be out of line with the underlying supply-demand fundamentals," David Wolf, an advisor to the governor, Mark Carney, said in prepared remarks.
Data indicate existing-home prices have climbed 21% from a year ago while sales volume has surged 41%, prompting observers to indicate a housing bubble was underway due to record-low interest rates. New figures released Monday suggest housing starts rose 5.9% to a seasonally adjusted rate of 174,500 units in December, easily beating economists' average forecast of 160,000.
Mr. Wolf said housing bubbles, such as the one the United States experienced last decade, are usually fuelled by credit expansion, as borrowers and lenders "take false comfort from exaggerated house prices."
The current rally, during which existing-home sales have climbed more than 40% on a year-over-year basis as of November and prices have surged nearly 20%, is largely due to what Mr. Wolf described as "temporary factors," such as low interest rates and pent-up demand. Further, some buying has been "pulled forward," as people realize this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire property with historically cheap financing.
These factors cannot continue to drive home sales and prices, Mr. Wolf said.
"Thus, we see the housing market as requiring vigilance, but not alarm," said Mr. Wolf, who delivered the speech on behalf of deputy governor Timothy Lane.
He said the central bank is monitoring housing closely, and warned of the implications of using monetary policy to cool the market.
"If the bank were to raise interest rates to cool the housing market now - when inflation is expected to remain below target for the next year and a half - we would, in essence, be dousing the entire Canadian economy with cold water, just as it emerges from recession. As a result, it would take longer for economic growth to return to potential and for inflation to get back to target," he said.
The Bank of Canada has pledged to keep its benchmark rate at a record low 0.25% until July in an effort to foster growth and bring inflation to the central bank's preferred 2% target (which is expected in the second half of 2011).
Instead, regulatory changes - from changes to banks' capital requirements to the terms and conditions for mandatory mortgage insurance - are the preferred route to deal with housing-market excess, should concerns mount. This largely repeats the view forwarded last week by Ben Bernanke, chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Jim Flaherty, the Minister of Finance, has indicated he is concerned about the record levels of household debt and could introduce regulatory changes to address it, such as more stringent requirements to get mortgage insurance, which is a key condition required before banks agree to extend financing for a home purchase. Analysts say such a change could be included in the next federal budget, to be tabled in early March.
Economists at Scotia Capital said in a note the speech suggested the central bank was becoming "uncomfortable" with the "lightning-rod bubble talk" in the marketplace.
Nonetheless, the central bank "flagged the temporary nature of many of the factors driving recent strengths," they said. Michael Gregory, senior economist at BMO Capital Markets, said mortgage growth has been rapid - around 7% on a year-over-year and three-month basis - but remains in single-digit territory and below historical peaks. Still, "a few more months of rapid credit growth and the [central bank's] conclusion may be very different."
For more information you can contact:
Peter Raab
Vancouver Real Estate Agent

Vancouver Real Estate Fall market update

2009-11-08T11:11:00.003-08:00

October 2009 was another big month in the Vancouver real estate market. Month over month we've seen stronger than anticipated listings versus sales in the Vancouver real estate market. October was characterized by steady demand eating up the shrinking supply which resulted in prices continuing to spiral upwards.

The buying frenzy of August, September and October has cooled the demand as the pent up demand is now gone with most of these buyers now in homes they've purchased.
Going forward I think we'll still see a strong November compared to last year and even the year before and things will cool in December which is normal in the Vancouver real estate market at that time of year. For sellers who's listings are on the market right now, they only have about one month to sell before everyone's energy goes towards the Christmas season.
For buyers in the Vancouver real estate market, this is a great time to buy! Although there is less selection on the market, there is more room to negotiate price which hasn't been the case in the past 7 months.

Many people as me about the impact of the Olympics on the Vancouver housing market. Expect the market to heat up considerably after the Olympics and prices to continue to rise as the market will be quite from December until the end of February and this will again create not only lots of pent up demand for condos and home in Vancouver but also international demand for real estate in Vancouver.

Peter Raab
Royal LePage Westside
Vancouver Real Estate Agent

Town house sold in Fairview Slopes

2009-11-05T17:26:00.003-08:00

I just sold 117 811 West 7th for 99% of the asking price. This unique townhome is located in the heart of Fairview Slopes, only two blocks from the Olympic Village Canada Line, Whole Foods, Best Buy, Canadian Tire and Home Depot on Cambie street.
Also only a 5 minute walk to Granville island and West Broadway's shopping. This townhome in Fairview featured beautiful Rosewood hardwood floors, renovated bathroom with a large sunny kitchen.
The townhome has two bedrooms with one bathroom.
For more information on townhomes for sale in Fairview Slopes contact:

Peter Raab
Fairview real estate agent

One bedroom condo for sale in Kitsilano

2009-11-05T17:16:00.003-08:00

113 1990 West 6th ave.,
662 square feet
1 bedroom with one bathroom
Offered at $319,000

This condo is for sale in the heart of Kitsilano, Vancouver West. Right across the street from the Kitsilano community gardens and only a short walk to Kits beach and Kits pool.
This condo is in mostly original condition and awaits your renovation idea's. Lots of potential here to increase the value of this condo in Kits. Steps to all the funky restaurants and shops on 4th ave. and West Broadway.

For more information on this condo for sale in Kits or other condo's for sale in Kitsilano contact:

Peter Raab
Kitsilano real estate agent and resident

Active Vancouver Real Estate market carries into October

2009-10-16T15:10:00.004-07:00

Consumer momentum in the Vancouver real estate market from August and September has carried into October, however expect to see things slow down as pent up demand has finally subsided.
September recorded the third busiest month in the history of the real estate board as many buyers were eager to purchase before their 'locked in' mortgage rates expired. The good news for buyers is that there are now fewer people actively looking and with the continued supply hitting the market, price increases are slowing and bidding wars are not as common and aggressive as even one month ago.
We are now pretty much back at to the peak of 2008 in Vancouver real estate however don't expect prices to rise significantly over the next six months. Interest rates are creeping up and the affordability that we had 6 months ago is gone. I'm expecting a modest 5-6% increase in over all prices next year in Vancouver Westside, kitsilano and Downtown core.
If you'd like some more information on the Kitsilano real estate market or the Vancouver real estate market in general feel free to give me a call.
Peter Raab
Vancouver Real Estate Agent
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent

One bedroom condo sold in Kitsilano

2009-10-10T22:54:00.004-07:00

I just sold a beautifully renovated condo in Kitsilano, Vancouver.
This condo is in the heart of Kitsilano, one block from 4th avenue and only a short walk to Kits Beach. Renovated from through out with new laminate floors, new kitchen and bathroom.
Specifics are:

204 1933 West 5th Ave.
1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
665 square feet
1 parking stall plus an external storage locker

Sold for 101% of the asking price in one weekend!
For more information on condos for sale in Kitsilano contact:
Peter Raab
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent

Waterfront condo sold in the West End

2009-10-05T16:35:00.003-07:00

I just sold a spectacular waterfront condo in the West End, Downtown Vancouver.
803 1995 Beach Ave., The Huntington.
This condo in the West End was for sale for $515,000 and sold for 104% of the asking price after one weekend. This condo for sale in the West End was directly across from English Bay and only one block from Stanley Park.
West of Denman and only a stones throw from English Bay beach.
For more information on Real Estate for Sale in the West End contact:
Peter Raab
West End Real Estate Agent

Condos for sale in Kitsilano

2009-10-05T16:26:00.004-07:00

204 1933 West 5th Ave
665 square feet
1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

Completely renovated condo for sale in Kitsilano. One block from 4th Ave and only a short walk from Kits Beach. This condo for sale in Kitsilano is ready to move in with new floors, completely renovated kitchen and bathroom.
Wood burning fireplace, heat and hot water included in the maintenance fees.
Live the Kitsilano lifestyle in this condo with City and Mountain views.

For more information on Kitsilano Real Estate contact:
Peter Raab
Kitsilano resident and Kitsilano Real Estate Agent

Waterfront condo for sale in the Westend at the Huntington

2009-09-21T17:12:00.004-07:00

Vitals
803 1995 Beach Ave
1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
668 square feet
1 parking, 1 storage locker
No pets, no rentals allowed
$515,000

Absolutely stunning views of English Bay from the waterfront condo for sale in the Westend, West of Denman and only two blocks from Stanley Park.
Right across the street from the Seawall and English Bay, it doesn't get better than this if your looking for a one bedroom waterfront condo in Westend - than this is it!
Unobstructed water views from the living room and the bedroom.

Condo sold in Kitsilano, Kits Point

2009-09-15T23:05:00.003-07:00

Kits Point garden suite condo SOLD with huge west facing patio

Located in Kits Point, North of Cornwall in Kitsilano.
Asking price for this condo for sale in Kistilano was $429,000 and it sold for full price after one weekend of showings.
This condo in Kitsilano was steps from Kits beach and walking distance to all the shops and cafe's in Kitsilano.
For more information on condo's for sale in Kitsilano or real estate in Kitsilano contact:
Peter Raab
Kitsilano real estate agent
Kitsilano resident

One bedroom Condo for sale in Kits Point, Kistilano

2009-09-04T17:07:00.004-07:00

I will be hosting an open house this weekend, Saturday and Sunday Sept 5th & 6th from 2:30-4:00 at an amazing garden level condo in Kits Point, Kitsilano.
This condo for sale in Kitsilano is steps to Kits Beach and Kits pool. Half a block from Cornwall where the Taco Shack and Vera's Burger Shack.
Only 4 blocks from all the shops on 4th Ave and minutes to Downtown Vancouver.
This one bedroom condo for sale in Kitsilano has a huge west facing outdoor space which is great for entertaining and soaking up the Vancouver sunshine.
One parking stall and one external storage locker included in the price.

For more information on this condo for sale in Kitsilano or real estate in Kitsilano contact:
Peter Raab
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent
Vancouver Real Estate Agent

Vancouver Real Estate Market momentum carries into August

2009-09-04T09:04:00.002-07:00

The number of home sales in Greater Vancouver increased significantly last month compared to August 2008 and moved closer in line with the active summer months experienced between 2003 and 2007.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver increased 119.5 per cent in August 2009 to 3,441 from the 1,568 sales recorded in August 2008 and increased 1.7 per cent compared to August 2007.
New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties increased 4.9 per cent to 4,544 in August 2009 compared to August 2008 when 4,331 new units were listed. Total active listings in Greater Vancouver currently sit at 11,937, down 33 per cent from August 2008.
"The return of confidence to our market has brought a high volume of home sales over the last few months and has also made determining home prices a little more challenging," said Scott Russell, REBGV president. "The number of residential home sales this summer has been comparable to activity seen in the five years preceding 2008. While that’s great news, from the variations in activity we’re seeing across areas I’d say the market is still trying to find its own balance."
Since the beginning of the year, the MLSLink Housing Price Index (HPI) benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver has increased 11.4 per cent to $539,600 from $484,211. However, home prices compared to August 2008 levels are down 1.1 per cent.
Sales of detached properties in August 2009 increased 155.5 per cent to 1,367 from the 535 units sold during the same period in 2008. The benchmark price, as calculated by the MLSLink Housing Price Index, for detached properties declined 0.7 per cent from August 2008 to $732,656.
Sales of apartment properties increased 97.8 per cent last month to 1,464, compared to the 740 sales in August 2008. The benchmark price of an apartment property declined 1.4 per cent from August 2008 to $369,263.
Attached property sales in August 2009 increased 108.2 per cent to 610, compared with the 293 sales during the same month in 2008. The benchmark price of an attached unit declined 0.9 per cent between August 2008 and 2009 to $459,159.

For more information on the Vancouver Real Estate Market contact:
Peter Raab
Vancouver Real Estate Expert

Condos for sale in Kits Point, Kistilano

2009-08-31T22:48:00.005-07:00

112 1425 Cypress Street
1 bedroom with 1 bathroom
730 square feet
$429,000

Kits Point Garden Suite with a huge West Facing Patio.
Steps to Kits Beach, this 730 square foot home is perfect for summertime entertaining and soaking up the sunshine. PET FRIENDLY with INSUITE LAUNDRY and a renovated bathroom.
This is the most sought after location in Kitsilano, north of Cornwall and steps to Watermark Restuarant, Kits pool and all the shops and cafes in Kitsilano.
You will love the sunny outdoor space surrounded by rock gardens and mature trees. Maintenance fee includes heat and hot water.
One parking and one external storage locker included. A true gem in Kitsilano.
For more information on condos for sale in Kitsilano contact:
Peter Raab
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent

Two bedroom condo for sale in Mount Pleasant, Vancouver

2009-08-26T16:27:00.005-07:00

This two bedroom condo for sale in Mount Pleasant, Vancouver East must be seen to be appreciated. Beautifully renovated kitchen that is open to the living and dining room.
South east exposure gives this condo lots of natural light with a large wrap around balcony off the living room and an additional balcony off the master bedroom.
Walking distance to Main Street, Olympic station for the Canada Line, the Vancouver Olympic Village and minutes drive to downtown Vancouver, Yaletown, the West End and Kitsilano.

201 440 East 5th Ave.
Mount Pleasant, Vancouver East
2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms
1097 Square feet
Pets allowed, one parking stall and one storage locker included

Open house Saturday August 29th from 3:00-4:30 and Sunday August 30th from 2:30-4:00

For more information on Vancouver Real Estate or condos for sale in Mount Pleasant contact
Peter Raab
Vancouver Real Estate Agent

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July sets record as the busiest July ever in the Vancouver Real Estate Market

2009-08-10T17:34:00.007-07:00

This past July 2009, the Vancouver Real Estate Board reported that it was the busiest month ever in terms of real estate transactions.
The turnaround in the Vancouver real estate market is nothing short of miraculous considering in January 2009 we had the worst month Vancouver has ever seen.
Although we've had such a lack of inventory, sales are still high as real estate that has been sitting on the market for some time is getting bought up.
This lack of inventory has caused prices to come back to where they were before the market dropped in April 2008. Low interest rates and affordability were the main reasons for this.
There is still quite a lot of pent up demand so expect prices to increase and hot listings get sold well over asking price as we head into the fall months in the Vancouver Real Estate Market.
For more information on real estate in Vancouver contact:
Peter Raab
Vancouver Real Estate Agent