Wednesday, March 03, 2010
One bedroom condo for sale in the Capers Building in Kitsilano
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
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Monday, February 22, 2010
Two bedroom condo sold in Kitsilano
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
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Sunday, February 07, 2010
Condo for sale in Kitsilano
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
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Thursday, November 05, 2009
One bedroom condo for sale in Kitsilano
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
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Saturday, October 10, 2009
One bedroom condo sold in Kitsilano
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
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Monday, October 05, 2009
Condos for sale in Kitsilano
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
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Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Condo sold in Kitsilano, Kits Point
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
Labels: condos for sale in Kits Point, condos for sale in Kitsilano, Kitsilano real estate, kitsilano real estate agent
Friday, September 04, 2009
One bedroom Condo for sale in Kits Point, Kistilano
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
Labels: condos for sale in Kits Point, condos for sale in Kitsilano, kitsilano real estate agent
Monday, August 31, 2009
Condos for sale in Kits Point, Kistilano
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
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Thursday, June 25, 2009
Open Houses in Kitsilano
We will be hosting an open house this weekend in
Kitsilano for a two bedroom condo.
15 2375 West Broadway
Kitsilano, Vancouver West
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
895 square feet
Offered at $489,900
Open concept townhome at Taliesin, a very well maintained complex with lush gardens and water features that greet you as you walk through the court yard to your front door. Don't let the address fool you, this townhome is off broadway on the quite side of the complex in a private setting. The main floor is an open concept, contemporary design with a gas fireplace, laminate floors, stainless appliances, granite counters with a large storage room/pantry off the kitchen. Your private patio surrounded by lush gardens is just off the living room.
Steps to all the shops on Broadway and 4th ave and minutes to Kits beach.
Pets welcome with no rental restrictions.
Tenanted until the end of November
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY JUNE 28TH 2:30-4:00PM
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Townhomes for sale in Kitsilano
Just Listed June 10th 2009
15 2375 West Broadway, Kitsilano, Vancouver West
2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhome in Kitsilano.
2 levels with a total of 895 square feet
In the Taliesin complex in the heart of Kitsilano on the quite side of West Broadway. This two level townhome has insuite laundry, a gas fireplace and a cozy patio off the living room.
The townhome in Kitsilano is Pet friendly and allows rentals.
First open house is Sunday June 14th from 2:00-4:00pm.
For more information contact:
Peter Raab
Vancouver Real Estate Agent
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent
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Sunday, May 03, 2009
Kitsilano Real Estate Market Heats Up
Since The Bank of Canada dropped their lending rate a quarter point, you can now get a mortgage in Vancouver, BC for as low as 2.75% (prime plus .5%).
How has this affected people's decisions to buy?
Well, to put it in perspective, 2 year ago a $500,000 mortgage at 5% with a 25 year amortization would have cost a homeowner $2,923 a month.
Now, with since prices have dropped an average of 15%, a $425,000 mortgage at 2.75% with a 25 year amortization will cost a homeowner $1,960 a month.
This is a $1,000 a month savings compared to two years ago!
The word is that the prime rate will remain steady through 2010. Fixed mortgage rates will change with the bond market but the variable mortgage rates which are tied to the Prime Rate offered by a bank and more affected by the Bank of Canada's rate will likely remain unchanged.
Because of these savings we're seeing a very hot spring market with many buyers out there searching for their first home. In the Kitsilano Real Estate Market, well priced condos are selling for above asking price with multiple offers in less than a week.
Entry level two bedroom townhomes in Kitsilano and entry level one bedroom condos in Kitsilano seem to be the hottest properties on the market this spring.
For more information on the Kitsilano Real Estate Market contact:
Peter Raab
Kitsilano Real Estate Agent
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Friday, April 24, 2009
Penthouse condo sold in Kitsilano
P6 1827 West 3rd just sold for 97% of the asking price in Kitsilano, Vancouver West.
The Penthouse loft condo was 973 square feet on two levels. One bedroom on the top level and the 2nd bedroom on the main floor.
The
condo for sale in Kitsilano was completely renovated with new hardwood floors, fresh paint, new kitchen and bathroom.
This
condo in Kitsilano was one block from 4th avenue and only a short stroll to Kits beach, Kits pool and all the funky shops and restaurants in Kitsilano.
For an evaluation on your
condo in Kitsilano, contact:
Peter Raab
Kitsilano resident and Kitsilano real estate expert
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Friday, April 10, 2009
Open House in Kitsilano - Loft Penthouse -
I will be hosting an open house Saturday April 11th and Sunday April 12th from 2:00-3:30
P6 1827 West 3rd Ave
In
Kitsilano between Burrard and Cypress
2 level, 2 bedroom Penthouse Loft with City and Mountain Views.
Totally renovated with Hardwood floors, new carpet in the bedrooms and loft space, Silestone counter tops in the kitchen and bathroom with an enclosed steam shower.
Peter Raab
Your Kitsilano real estate agent
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Thursday, April 09, 2009
Adding a heritage touch to apartments in Kitsilano
Recently the Connaught Apartments on West Broadway in
Kitsilano received a welcome facelift. John Michas restored his century old apartment block at Broadway and Vine in
Kitsilano by replaced the asbestors shingles with 1911 wood siding and rather than repairing the kitchen cabinets, he stripped and restored them.
It's costly to do things this way, and time-consuming. But the results are extraordinary.
The halls have the original fir wainscotting, a little nicked from 98 years of people moving in and out but still drop-dead gorgeous. The halls are lit by vintage lighting, and retain the original fir floors, covered in handsome area rugs.
The detailing in the apartments is the same: fir wainscotting in the front hall, fir floors throughout, and natural fir kitchen cabinets.
Each apartment comes with a big antique clawfoot bathtub, picture rails and working sash windows which open up from both the bottom and the top. Some bathrooms have marble floors, and skylights. Most apartments have funky old gas stoves, and all are heated with old-style radiators.
See the rest of the article in the Vancouver Sun
Peter Raab
Kitsilano resident and Kitsilano real estate agent.
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Monday, March 30, 2009
Condo sold in Kitsilano at Henley Park
Unit 208 at 2250 West 3rd Ave. in
Kitsilano just sold.
Asking price was $369,900 and it sold for $364,000 which is a fantastic deal in this location in Kitsilano.
The updated one bedroom condo in
Kitsilano is in a rainscreened buildilng north of fourth.
It features stainless steel appliances, open floor plan complimented by a large Northeast exposed balcony with partial views of
downtown Vancouver and a treed outlook.
Fabulous North of fourth offers Brown's restaurant on fourth and Yew street, Kitsilano Wine Cellar directly behind the complex, Capers, Safeway, Starbucks in Kitsilano and lots of other funky shops and boutiques.
Kits Beach and Kits Pool are only a short stroll away.
For more information on living in Kitsilano or real estate in Kitsilano contact:
Peter Raab
Kitsilano and Henley Park resident
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Thursday, March 26, 2009
Vancouver Real Estate Agents reporting more activity
As we head into spring in the Vancouver real estate market, vancouver real estate agents are seeing a significant increase in market activity. Between the dates of March 23rd to March 25th there were 80 new listings to hit the market on the Vancouver Westside and 67 sold listings on the Vancouver Westside. These figures are for detached and attached homes.
The significant number is of those 67 listing that sold; 46 of them were condo's below $500,000 and only 8 detached homes selling on the Vancouver Westside.
This tell us that the entry level condo market is driving the real estate market in Vancouver so far this spring, especially the
condo market in Kitsilano, the Westend and downtown Vancouver.
You can now purchase a newer condo downtown Vancouver with views for approximately $340,000 which is down from approximately $400,000 from a year ago. With interest rates coming down to an all time low, this represents great value for first time home buyers!
We are also seeing multiple offers on many prime entry level condos in Kitsilano - buyers are getting off the fence and putting pen to paper as they see the value that is out there now.
For more information on condos for sale in Kitsilano, condos for sale in downtown Vancouver or condos for sale in Vancouver Westside, contact:
Peter Raab
Vancouver Real Estate Agent
Specializing in buying and selling condos in Kitsilano, downtown Vancouver and Vancouver's Westside
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Just listed on March 3, 2010 
