Vancouver Dunbar-Southlands
Geographical Setting
On the main peninsula of the City of Vancouver in the Lower Mainland of the southwestern corner of the Canadian Province of British Columbia, the neighbourhood of Dunbar–Southlands extends northward from the Fraser River past Pacific Spirit Regional Park on the west to West 16th Avenue, where the border extends eastward to the neighbourhoods of Arbutus Ridge and Kerrisdale east of Puget Drive, Mackenzie Street, and Blenheim Street. The Southlands area of the neighbourhood south of Marine Drive near the river is one of lavish mansions, golf courses, and horse farms.
Historical Sketch
History or legend records the first European settlers as farmers Fitzgerald and Sam McCleery in 1863. In 1912, the Canadian Pacific Railway and the provincial government, which by then held most of the land, established a subdivision for construction of residences for the planned University of British Columbia under development just to the west. By 1927, Dunbar had three streetcar lines and a number of unique homes, many still standing; 21 are on the City of Vancouver heritage register.
Affluent Southlands
Southlands is ideal for the high-flying, jet-setting lifestyle as Vancouver International Airport on Sea Island across the river is a short drive away. Trees line Southlands streets and often arch across the entire roadway. In early spring, hundreds of cherry trees blossom. The city maintains eight parks within Dunbar-Southlands. The extensive Pacific Spirit Regional Park has many kilometres of trails and the Camosun Bog wetland. Southlands lots are mostly of multi-acre dimensions behind million-dollar mansions that dominate the land.
Dunbar-Southland are in fact two distinct neighbourhoods combined into one. North of Southlands, Dunbar too has quiet streets lined with grand old trees and landscaped parks. Cross the line from Southlands to Dunbar and property quality declines from magnificent to merely luxurious. Multi-million dollar mansions on expansive, secluded estates give way to large single-family homes on pristine lots. Dunbar-Southland is a neighbourhood of mostly established families, not many recent immigrants, and less ethnic diversity than in Vancouver overall, but this feature may change as condominium construction makes the housing stock more affordable.
Commerce and Education
The Dunbar Business Improvement Area (BIA), the newest Vancouver BIA, covers ten blocks along Dunbar Street between 16th and 41st Avenues as far east as Collingwood Street. Shopping in the quaint stores along Dunbar Street adds to the distinctively genteel neighbourhood ambiance. About 12,350 inhabit the Dunbar BIA.
The proportion of people between the ages of 5 and 19 is well above the Metro Vancouver average. Dunbar-Southlands residents value formal education highly. The independent St George’s School on the eastern edge of Pacific Spirit Regional Park has ranked at the top of the British Columbia schools for several years. Two other schools, West Point Grey and Crofton House, rank regularly in the top five. Lord Byng and University Hill are perhaps the most academically distinguished in a field of highly reputable public secondary schools.
CareersFifty-six percent of Dunbar-Southlanders hold university degrees compared to thirty-nine percent for the city and thirty-one for Metro Vancouver. Perhaps reflecting the fact that neighbourhood education levels are significantly higher than average regional levels, many residents work in leadership positions and in specialized fields in social sciences, education, government, religion, business management, natural and applied sciences, and health care. |
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New Dunbar Live MLS Listings
Vancouver Dunbar-Southlands
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4068 W 38TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2166494
$9,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2166494
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,961 sq. ft.
Elegance highlighted by modern stylish living. This gorgeous mansion offers over 5900 SF luxurious living space. Main floor features open plan, living/dining room, den/oversized island/marble counter tops. Wok kit family room with F/P, eclipse door that open to a beautiful private garden. Top of the line appliances & great craftsmanship. Upper floor w/4 large bdrms each with ensuite. Master bdrm with large walking closet and spa like ensuite. Lower floor w/10' ceiling, state of the art wine cellar, a unique bar with special lighting features, equipped media room & spacious rec room with F/P. Other includes audio/video smart homes feature, radiant heat A/C, 3 car garage, landscape. For discerning buyers. More detailsSutton Grp-West Coast (Brdwy)
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3802 W 38TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2137043
$9,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2137043
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 5,778 sq. ft.
Truly a world class mansion, with a view of the Richmond airport and the Gulf Island! Custom built home in the desirable Dunbar area sitting on beautiful landscaped corner lot with southern back yard. Close to 5800 sqft, with 6 bdrm, den & 7.5 baths, this beautiful home offers supreme finishing throughout, giving a feeling of absolute luxury. Full attention to details: gourmet kitchen with metallic glossy cabinetry, & high-end appliances. Large granite counter top island. Entertainment sized family room & nook open onto huge sundeck, which is good for BBQ and parties. State-of-the-art home theatre, bright and spacious rec room with functional wet bar, smart home system with T/V surveillance, wine cellar, steamer, sauna, built-in vacuum system, A/C, HRV and countless features. Close to Crofton House, St. Georges Private School, UBC, local Transit and Dunbar shopping. Your dream home! Must see it to believe it! More detailsPacific Place - Arc Realty Ltd - Aedis Realty
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3815 W 39TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale in "DUNBAR" (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2153379
$8,690,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2153379
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,920 sq. ft.
Desirable Dunbar area!! This gorgeous custom built home offers 4920 SF luxurious living space, high ceilings on all 3 levels, open concept living/dining room, kitchen & Wok kit with Miele appliances, extensive use of marble on main flr, Euro-line windows, excellent craftsmanship & finishes throughout etc. Upper floor with 4 large bdrms each with balconies. Basement features recreation room with unique bar, wine cellar, equipped media room, 2 bdrms & sauna. Other includes audio/video smart home feature, radiant heat, A/C, 3 car garage, HRV etc. Short minutes drive to St.George, Dunbar or Kerrisdale shopping, community centre, UBC, golf club etc. More detailsRE/MAX Select Properties - Aedis Realty
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4056 W 36TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2164849
$8,300,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2164849
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,845 sq. ft.
This Peter Cardew designed home features a Grand Room that includes living and dining areas that run the length of the house with a built in west wall fireplace. The three storey vertical space contains a maple wall that leads to the relaxing rooftop patio and year-round hot tub. The Grand Room opens out on to the main garden and outdoor dining terrace with built in year-round barbecue. You can access the more inward looking rooms including the recreation room, the media room, and the temperature controlled wine cellar from the lower garden. The master bedroom looks out onto a Southern panorama through a ribbon window the full width of the house. The exterior of the house is primarily clad with zinc primarily for appearance, longevity, and minimal maintenance. More detailsRoyal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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3315 W 38TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2134361
$7,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2134361
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,527 sq. ft.
One of a kind masterpiece - contemporary concrete villa with Zen-like garden. Luxurious custom built by renown builder G.Wilson and landscaped by Paul Sangha. This elegant home features modern design: Grand foyer with 12' ceilings on main & basement. Italian marble floor, custom millwork. Top brand 'Gaggenau' German appliances. Floor to ceiling door creates an intimate indoor/outdoor living space. The master bedroom boasts a lounge area and LUNAR LIT onyx fireplace, spa-inspired ensuite & nice big walk-in closet. Smart home system by La Scala integrated with entire homes: lighting, HVAC, TV, LED lights, blinds & curtains. Million Dollar landscaped with daybeds, built in BBQ firepit, hot tub & infinite water feature & waterfall wall. Book a private tour & let it be your dream home! School catchment: Kerrisdale, Point Grey Secondary. More detailsRoyal Pacific Realty Corp. and Royal Pacific Tri-Cities Rlty - Aedis Realty
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4056 W 33RD Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2158838
$7,288,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2158838
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,586 sq. ft.
MASTERPIECE! GORGEOUS CUSTOM BUILT MANSION WITH STUNNING VIEWS OF THE GULF ISLANDS. On quiet side of tree lined 33rd Ave & steps away from Pacific Spirit Park. Close to 4600 sq ft of luxurious living in the heart of Dunbar. Limestone exterior,marble floors & high ceilings. Control 4 smart home system for lights/sound/security/camera. Gourmet kitchen & wok kitchen highlighted by silestone countertops with top of the line Wolf/Subzero appliances. Radiant heating/AC/HRV/steam shower/sauna. State of the art home theatre finished with 150 inch screen, 7.1 surround sound system. Spacious roof top deck with amazing views of the water. Close to both St Georges, Crofton House School. Call today for your private showing. More detailsRoyal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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3857 W 31ST Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale in "Dunbar Park" (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2182698
$6,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2182698
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,124 sq. ft.
Stunning Dunbar NEW HOME across from a park and a short walking distance to Dunbar shopping. This incredible custom built and architecturally designed home is truly distinctive when comparing to other new homes. Every detail has been thought out to make this a living space that you will want to call home. The quality of construction combined with the stylish finishing makes this home an extreme value in today's market. Be sure to visit our websites to view photos before showing. This home will not disappoint!! More detailsRE/MAX Crest Realty Westside and Sutton Grp-West Coast (Brdwy) - Aedis Realty
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3976 W 24TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2178667
$6,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2178667
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,496 sq. ft.
Location! location!! Next to Pacific Spirit Park surrounded by green belt. Gorgeous custom built luxury house, cozy & homy. Extensively use of marble, granite and hard wood. Sub-zero and wolf appliances, Swarovski chandeliers, with the highest quality materials & attention to detail. HRV, Central A/C, radiant in-floor heat, smart home system. Southern sunny back yard. Master bathroom has beautiful woods view & decorated with luxury French Cast Iron bathtub. Basement is as bright as main floor and offers a spa-like bathroom with steam, sauna & double sinks. Open media room, fabulous wet bar with music fountains. Roof deck has a full kitchen equipped with top brand Napoleon BBQ, Stove, Fridge & etc. 3 car garage. Steps to top catchment school Lord Byng, QE elementary & private St. George's More detailsHomeland Realty - Aedis Realty
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3788 W 37TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2153950
$6,588,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2153950
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,813 sq. ft.
Custom built designer Shaughnessy mansion by famous 14 Georgie Awards Winner Architect, Loy Leyland in quiet Dunbar area. Corner 49.73 x 138.50 lot (6,888 sq. ft.), over 4,800 sq. ft. elegant 6 bedroom + Den. 6 baths w/ gym & sauna room. Best of the best quality & workmanship from cedar shingle, fish scale accents to copper clad turret, granite, stone & slate deck. Expensive cherry hard wood floor, stainless steel appliances and pantry which can be converted to a wok kitchen. Extra bright South North facing corner lot. Top school catchment to UBC, Crofton & St. George's. More detailsRegent Park Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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3508 BLENHEIM Street in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS(r) # R2181490
$6,188,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2181490
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,035 sq. ft.
Fantastic 270 degree view! This custom built high quality house locates in prime Dubar area. Very unique design, modern style interior. Super large patio overlooking Vancouver West, Lions Gate bridge, Vancouver Downtown, ocean, and much more. Swimming pool inside private yard. Inside features granite countertops, newly renovated floor, air-conditioning and radiant heating. School catchment: Lord Kitchener Elementary & Prince of Wales Secondary. More detailsNew Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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