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New Yorker talks Vancouver Real Estate May 21st, 2014
The New Yorker magazine has an interesting take on the Vancouver real estate market: goo.gl/wvWtsT&nb... read more...

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Coming soon! 6161 Adera Street- South Granville mast... March 31st, 2014
COMING SOON- 6161 Adera Street, Vancouver BC The perfect marriage of modern sophistication with old world charm. Nestled in the prestigious South Granville neighborhood amongst the most beautiful homes in the city, this elegant craftsman show property on ¼ acre west facing lot commands a wide open floor plan, radiant heating throughout, tons of light w skylights, and a tasteful renovation including extensive custom millwork, hardwood, and carpets, modern window coverings, recessed lighting, designer chandeliers. Completely rebuilt in 1997, and renovated in 2013, with a total of 4800 sf over three levels, the main floor boasts a formal large living room and separate family room, large rear terrace overlooking the pristine manicured gardens with new cedar fencing, gourmet kitchen w granite, custom cabinetry, Miele & Gagganeau appliances, dedicated breakfast nook, separate media room and den. Upstairs includes an expansive master suite with beautiful spa-inspired marble ensuite bathroom complete with separate rain shower, jetted tub, and nu-heat floors, plus two large bedrooms. Downstairs you’ll find a fully legal garden level walk-out (at grade) suite completely redone to exacting specifications w new designer kitchen, large living / recreation room, and two extra guest bedrooms, and perfectly charming aggregate stone adorned terrace.The masterfully manicured grounds with mature trees, beautiful maple, and exquisite rock garden with timed garden lighting and automatic irrigation system further punctuate this property with an elegance seldom seen. Two car garage with rare drive-in and out double sided garage doors (no need to turn around). Too much to list. Please call for your private viewing of this rare property offering. LINK TO LIST... read more...

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The Vancouver Special February 19th, 2013
We have all seen them. In fact, they’re scattered all over the city and many people may not know or see the potential they have. We’re talking about the Vancouver Special, that typical style of house which has a box-like structure, a balcony across the front, and a low-pitched roof. The outside usually has brick finishes on the lower level and stucco on top. Some people have even been known to deem these houses as “monster homes”. Built from 1965 to 1985, the style of the Vancouver Special was regarded as sturdy, quick, and cheap to make by building standards. The floor plans are functional with living quarters on the upper floor and secondary bedrooms on the bottom. This makes an ideal setup for secondary suites. Although these houses may not be the easiest on the eyes, the potential to create a stunning, modern home is extremely high. Smart investors are using these “monster homes” as templates for creating posh, modern homes. And because the Vancouver Special was built so well and so sturdy, it’s making the transformation only a matter of renovating the aesthetics and finishings. Savvy investors and builders in Vancouver have definitely caught on to the maximized potential the Vancouver Special has. Investing in a box-like house type and adding just a little ingenuity, the Vancouver Specials are being transformed into high-end, modern, and sought-after homes. With Vancouver Specials slowly fading into modernized residences, integrating original special features is creating a certain vintage-modern look that is deeming very profitable and eye-catching to many Vancouverites. If you’re interested in these unique-to-Vancouver houses, there are plenty of authentic ones around the city. Last year The Vancouver Heritage Foundation lead a Vancouver Special tour, showcasing 5 unique Specials that had all been completely renovated. We aren’t sure if The Heritage Foundation will be leading this tour again this year, so if you’re interested in seeing some original Vancouver Specials that are on the market waiting to be modernized, please don’t hesitate to contact us. www.JeffFitzpatrick.com Jeff Fitzpatrick 604.612.6120 Lindsey Ulaszonek 604.889.7188 Some examples of renovated Vancouver Specials &nb... read more...

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Wall Centre 900 Hastings in East Vancouver Given the... February 6th, 2013
We first mentioned this project 955 East Hastings Street back in September 2012 when it was still a proposed development and not yet approved. Well, not only has this large (or what some are calling “mega”) East Vancouver condo development been approved, it has a name, Wall Centre 900 Hastings. Touting the tagline “Proudly Strathcona”, we can’t help but think that Rennie Marketing Systems is trying to appeal to the local community who have raised concerns about having a development of this size in their neighbourhood (first large scale condo in the area). Based solely off their newly launched website 900hastings.com we know this 283 unit condo development will have “15 floors of views”, resemble stacks of shipping containers, and be priced starting from $249,900. The Wall Financial 900 Hastings presentation centre and showroom will open this fall 2013 and sales begin spring 2014. As we learn more about this new East Vancouver condo development we’ll be sure to update you! If you have any questions or comments about the Vancouver real estate market, please feel free to contact award-winning Vancouver Realtor Jeff Fitzpatrick anyti... read more...

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Recrafted Pacific Point Tower Redefines Luxury Yalet... February 5th, 2013
Prior to being acquired by Bosa Development last year for $79M, Pacific Point was a 20 year old 227 unit rental building. Now in the hands of one of the best developers in the city, Pacific Point has been completely reinvented as a 214 unit luxury condo development with sophisticated high-end interiors and the most spacious floorplans in Yaletown. Priced starting from under $400k for a large 1 bedroom suite, these contemporary suites won’t be around for long. Sales begin soon, register now! Centrally located at 1323 Homer Street (and Pacific Street) Completely renovated and recrafted building with full 2-5-10 home warranty 214 concrete homes ranging from 453 to 1,680 sq.ft. including studios, one bedroom and den, two bedroom and den, three bedroom and den, and penthouses (2 levels!). Contemporary interiors include custom roller blinds for the floor-to-ceiling windows, solid wood entry doors, choice of ‘latte’ or ‘grey’ colour schemes, quality laminate floors in foyer, kitchen, living and dining areas; durable carpets in the spacious bedrooms; and porcelain tiles in dens Gourmet kitchens with polished quartz countertops, imported Italian cabinetry with soft close doors and drawers, stainless steel Bosh, KitchenAid and Panasonic appliances Spa-inspired bathrooms with quartz counters, Armony Cucine cabinetry, low-flow Kohler toilets, tiled floors and walls surrounding the enclosed glass shower and deluxe soaker tubs Many homes with impressive views overlooking False Creek, English Bay, downtown, and the North Shore mountains Grand double height lobby complete with concierge and three speed elevators, fabulous private amenities including swimming pool, hot tub, steam room, fitness centre with yoga room, and lounge with kitchen and pool table In the heart of Yaletown, steps to George Wainborn and David Lam Park, world-class dining, shops, lounges, coffee shops, entertainment, and the Seawall Occupancy: Spring/Summer 2013 Developer: Bosa Development Register at pacificpointcondos.com for the latest news and updates on the completely rebuilt Pacific Point Yaletown condos. If you have any questions about this “new” Vancouver development, contact award-winning Vancouver Realtor Jeff Fitzpatri... read more...

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