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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3309 W 19TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2764814
3309 W 19TH Avenue Vancouver V6S 1C1 
$9,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2764814
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,271 sq. ft.
This exquisite masterpiece is located in Dunbar on and 8646 sq ft lot (71.1' x 121.6') with nearly 5,300 sq ft living spaces. It features grand foyer, entertaining sized living and dining room, Gourmet Kitchen & WOK Kitchen with top-of-line Miele appliances, radiant heat, smart home system, large rooftop deck. 4 bdrms upstairs, all ensuite with fabulous city&ocean view, Germany brand Grohe faucet and shower. Basement boasts large size media room; Apple TV system provides thousands of auto-updated films, steam/sauna, exercise room & much more to enjoy! Double garages. School Catchment: Lord Kitchener Elementray & Lord Byng Secondary. Open house on Sat 2PM-4PM More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty
- Aedis Realty
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3415 W 18TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2761275
3415 W 18TH Avenue Vancouver V6S 1A8
$7,998,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2761275
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,637 sq. ft.
Best view you can find in Dunbar. This custom build prestige south facing home offers top notch design and building materials. Marble tile and hardwood throughout the house. Open contemporary layout design, huge gourmet kitchen with WOLFE, SUB-ZERO appliances. 1200' roof top terrace with breath taking mountain and Pacific ocean view. Enjoy fire works in the summer time while soaking in the rooftop hot tub. 4 car garage (auto stacker lift) plus an auto gated parking pad on the side with EV charger installed. Come check out this one of a kind gem! Check out video: https://youtu.be/9yACveCZ88s Matterport: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=DS8RCTdykVe More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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4027 W 28TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2752973
4027 W 28TH Avenue Vancouver V6S 1S7
$7,588,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2752973
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,923 sq. ft.
ELIGANT AND LUXURIOUS CUSTOM BUILT RESIDENCE DESIGNED BY AWARD WINNING ARCHITECT IN PRESTIGIOUS DUNBAR AERA. MOUNTAIN VIEW FROM SECONDARY LEVEL. Open and spacious floor plan. Hardwood and marble throughout on all levels. Extensive use of superior material with perfect craftsmanship. Exquisite crown moulding and supreme finishing and details . Large gourmet kitchen with granite countertop, top line of cabinetry and appliances. A/C, HRV, Central vacuum, Wine cellar, Media room . Large master bed room comes with walk in closet. . Beautifully landscaped with sprinkler system. Walk distance to St George's Private School. Blocks to Lord Byng High School, Crofton House private school, and Pacific Spirit Park . More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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3853 W 38TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2810252
3853 W 38TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2Y5
$7,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2810252
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,913 sq. ft.
Beautiful home located in prestigious Dunbar neighbourhood. Exceptional quality, practical layout with luxurious finishes. High ceiling throughout creates a bright & spacious interior. Main level welcomes you with open living/dining rooms, elegant built-in millwork. Entertainer's dream kitchen with top of the line Miele appliances, farmhouse sink, views of spacious backyard via eating area & family room. 4 generous suites upstairs each with spa-like bathrooms. Relax & entertain in basement complete with home theatre, wine display, sauna/steam shower & wet bar. Wired with Smart Home Technology throughout for modern living. Large backyard, sundeck & triple garage. Near St. Georges, Crofton House private schools, Southlands Elementary, Point Grey Secondary & UBC. Short stroll to Dunbar shops. More detailsListed by Regent Park Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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3479 W 19TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2815406
3479 W 19TH Avenue Vancouver V6S 1C1
$6,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2815406
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,889 sq. ft.
A breathtaking 180-degree view of the mountains, ocean, and city from the rooftop deck in the prestigious Dunbar neighborhood. This elegant home boasts a spacious living area, a formal dining room, and a chef’s kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line WOLF appliances, seamlessly connecting to the backyard. The basement is designed for entertainment, featuring a generously sized recreation room with a stylish bar, a spacious laundry room, a sauna, and a steam shower room. Additionally, there’s a one-bedroom suite with a separate entrance, making it an ideal mortgage helper. Stunning hardwood and Italian tile floors. You’ll enjoy modern amenities such as A/C, HRV, radiant heating, security system & 3-car garage. A short walk from Lord Byng Sec. & Queen Elizabeth Elem. So much more to offer! More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
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4085 W 29TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2803381
4085 W 29TH Avenue Vancouver V6S 1V4
$6,988,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2803381
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,731 sq. ft.
Location Location Location. Owner's Dream Project! Located steps away from St Georges. Stunning custom mega-home built with grand entrance opens up to the formal dining & living area which offer ample space for entertaining guests. A gourmet kitchen with top-notch SS appliances, combined with spacious eating area & family room make it a great living quarter. Top floor comes with 4 generous-size bedroom suites with bay window/balcony. A fully equipped media room, rec room, wet bar, game room and bedroom makes up the basement. 8 minutes away from UBC.On one of Dunbar's favourite streets a few blocks from Dunbar Library and Dunbar Community Centre; nine doors to Pacific Spirit Park, eight blocks to Southlands Elem Become an owner in this reputable neighborhood! Must see to appreciate. More detailsListed by RE/MAX City Realty - Aedis Realty
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3877 W 38TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2796425
3877 W 38TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2Y5
$6,899,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2796425
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,096 sq. ft.
Welcome to this exceptional custom-built home in Vancouver West's prestigious Dunbar neighborhood. Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, this residence showcases the finest luxury materials and impeccable craftsmanship. With its expansive south-facing lot, you'll enjoy captivating views of the mountains and ocean. Boasting 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and over 4000 square feet of living space, this home offers a perfect blend of elegance and functionality. The European-inspired design is highlighted by grand 11-foot high ceilings, creating an atmosphere of timeless sophistication. Privacy and security are ensured with a surveillance-gated property, while the beautifully landscaped gardens enhance the overall appeal. Convenience is key, as this home is just minutes away from esteemed institutions like UBC, Saint George's, and Point Grey. Embrace the epitome of luxurious living in this remarkable Dunbar residence, where every aspect has been carefully designed to provide an unparalleled living experience. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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3530 W 34TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2814903
3530 W 34TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2K8
$6,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2814903
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,326 sq. ft.
Dream family home situated on one of the best and quietest streets in Dunbar. This premium quality home is designed by award-winning John Henshaw Architect and built by 25+ years well known experienced quality builder View Point Construction. This stunning home has an excellent flr plan w/5 bdrms, 5.5 baths & sits on a 6525 sf lot. Extraordinary quality w/4326 sf living space feat. formal cross-hall LR, fab gourmet kitchen w/high end millwork & appl's, family rm off kitchen, & office on main. 4 bdms up incl. spectac. MB w/vaulted ceiling & spa-like ensuite & huge walk-in closet. Fabulous media rm down incl. home theatre, guest rm & wine bars. Smart home, AC. Sunny S facing back yard w/huge patio and kids play. Steps to St. George's, Crofton, York, PG, LB UBC and Kerrisdale shops. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
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5588 HOLLAND Street in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2813983
5588 HOLLAND Street Vancouver V6N 2A8
$6,399,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2813983
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,435 sq. ft.
One of a kind home situated on a 66x135 lot in Dunbar! Inside boasts impeccable millwork and beautiful finishings. Main level features office, powder bath, elegant dining + enclosed wine rack, spacious living room perfect for relaxation and gourmet kitchen with Wolf steam oven, Hestan range, Sub-Zero fridge & Asko dishwasher and an abundance of storage with the expansive walk-in pantry plus additional fridge. Breakfast nook off the kitchen for enjoyment. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms ideal for unwinding. The primary bedroom showcases a walk-in-closet and lavish bathroom with soaker tub and rain shower creating a serene ambiance. Lower level includes recreational room, gym, and guest room, along with a fully equipped one bedroom suite with a separate entrance. The covered patio complements the private backyard. Ample parking with one car garage and two spots in the driveway. This home is the epitome of modern living and sophistication. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
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4042 W 34TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2808974
4042 W 34TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2L7
$6,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2808974
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,531 sq. ft.
Welcome to this top quality custom built spacious family home with over 4531 SQ FT of stunning living space son a 50x130 SF lot located in prestigious Westside! This residence showcases opulence and elegance through its exceptionally functional layout. The house comprises 5 generously sized bedrooms and 6 bathrooms that are seamlessly integrated throughout the entire property. Every element of this dwelling was intricately planned and executed with utmost precision. Central Air conditioning, In-floor radiant heat, Gourmet kitchen w/top of the line appliances, wok kitchen w/commercial gas cook grill,3 car garage, including features like a wine room, media room, entertainment bar, sauna, security system & much more. Top school catchment, close to private school Crofton House, St Georges, steps to private and public golf clubs, shopping and easy access to UBC, Richmond, YVR. More detailsListed by LDG Realty - Aedis Realty
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