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®# R2454206
3309 W 19TH Avenue Vancouver V6S 1C1 
$9,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2454206
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,271 sq. ft.
This exquisite masterpiece is located in Dunbar on an 8646 sq ft lot (71.1' x 121.6') with nearly 5,300 sq ft living space. 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 Elementary & Lord Byng Secondary. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3981 W 36TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2492948
3981 W 36TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2S7
$8,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2492948
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,824 sq. ft.
Magnificent Grand, Spacious. Custom built 2 yr mansion sits on the higher side of the street: showcases the best quality intricate European craftsmanship with elegant flow of 5,824 sf interior on a 66x130=8610 sf south facing property. Extensive use of Carrera marble, stained glass, full height wainscoting, faux painted recessed ceilings, lots of Romanesque moldings, top of the line Miele appliances in both main & spice kitchens. 4 bdrm upstairs all w/ensuites: huge master suite facing south w/southern water view. Wine cellar with tasting alcove, prof theater, rec rm and 2 extra bdrms in the basement. Professionally landscaped yard with a water feature. 3 car garage. Walk to St George's Dunbar community centre, easy access to UBC & Crofton. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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6828 BLENHEIM Street in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale in "SOUTHLANDS EQUESTRIAN NEIGHBOURHOOD" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2435301
6828 BLENHEIM Street Vancouver V6N 1R7
$7,988,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2435301
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,800 sq. ft.
One beautiful property, 2 separate freehold titles, totaling over 40,000 sq ft in Southlands -- the exclusive equestrian neighbourhood of Kerrisdale . Across the road from Point Grey Golf Course; short walk to Crofton House Private School. Move-in, rent out, hold, renovate, re-build, or re-sell. Can build 2 houses! Zoning allows you to keep horses/other farm animals if desired. Very unique property. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Properties - Aedis Realty
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4025 W 39TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2458005
4025 W 39TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 3B1
$7,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2458005
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 6,080 sq. ft.
Charming family home located on a quiet tree-lined street in sought after West Dunbar. Close to St. George's and Crofton House private schools. Point Grey Secondary and Southland Elementary. Pacific Spirit Park is just 1 minute walking distance. Dunbar Community Centre and Tennis Courts nearby. Famous Italian Designer designed and constructed by top local builder. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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3883 W 21ST Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2453980
3883 W 21ST Avenue Vancouver V6S 1H5
$7,388,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2453980
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,639 sq. ft.
Located in most desirable Dunbar area, the most beautiful house on street. All contractors are from European. Customized solid luxury smart home on a south facing 6,720sqft lot, 4639 sqft sweet home. Very well designed layout, it offers 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, 4 fireplaces, Gaggenau appliances, wok kitchen, 4 car garage. Control 4 smart system, 4 ensuite bdrm upstairs; Home theatre, Sauna, steam shower, game room and bar, 2 guestroom in bsmt. Solid hardwood floor, solid walnut hardwood door, plenty hand painting ceiling, Hunter Douglas curtains, Rooftop deck with fire place and beautiful Mountain View. Beautiful care free landscaping with sprinkler system and water fountain. Walk distance to St George's, Lord Byng High School, Crofton House private school, and Pacific Spirit Park. Must see. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
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4235 W 29TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2487825
4235 W 29TH Avenue Vancouver V6S 1V7
$7,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2487825
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,640 sq. ft.
You’ll fall in love! Incredibly beautiful, functional family & entertaining home with a sophisticated flair. Architecturally divine luxury, inspired by Stefan Wiedemann Architects, the superb open concept chef’s kitchen boasts Wolf & SubZero appliances, spice kitchen & stunning marble island plus casual banquet eating area. Entertain in style where inside living spills out to fabulous outdoor living area complete w/custom hot tub, heated endless currents pool, exercise gym, outdoor shower & sound system (in & out). 4 bdrms & 4 baths up, down pulls it all together with additional ensuited bedroom, wet bar, climate controlled wine cellar & theatre room. Rare, attached 2 car garage. Close to St. Georges, Yorkhouse, Crofton, UBC, golf courses & walking trails. For the discerning purchaser! More detailsListed by Faith Wilson Group - Aedis Realty
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3815 W 39TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2476842
3815 W 39TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 3A8
$6,688,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2476842
- 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 kitchen with Miele appliances, extensive use of marble on main floor, Euro-line windows, excellent craftsmanship & finishes throughout etc. Upper floor has 4 large bedrooms each with balconies. Basement features recreation room with unique bar, wine cellar, equipped media room, 2 bedrooms & sauna. Other includes audio/video smart home feature, radiant heat, A/C, 3 car garage, HRV etc. Southern water VIEW on the 2nd level. Short minutes drive to St. George, Dunbar or Kerrisdale shopping, community centre, UBC, golf club etc. A must see dream home! More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
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3315 W 38TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2467045
3315 W 38TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2X8
$6,399,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2467045
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,527 sq. ft.
One of a kind masterpiece: custom built by Renown Builder G. Wilson with all white concrete and landscaped by Paul Sangha. This is exceptionally elegant & luxurious home with contemporary design. 12' ceilings on Main and basement. Italian marble floor, custom mill-work. Top brand "Gaggenau" German appliances. Floor to ceiling door creates an intimate indoor/outdoor living space. The master bedroom boast a lounge area and LUNAR LIT onyx fireplace spa-inspired en-suite and nice big walk-in closet. Smart Home system by La Scala integrated with entire homes: lighting, H VAC, TV, LED lights, blinds and curtains. Million Dollars landscaaped with daybed. Built in BBQ fire-pits, hot tub and infinite water feature and waterfall wall. BOOK YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. and Royal Pacific Tri-Cities Realty - Aedis Realty
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4085 W 36TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2466875
4085 W 36TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2T1
$6,288,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2466875
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,892 sq. ft.
Welcome to this gorgeous home located in most prestigious neighbourhood in Vancouver's prime west Dunbar . Large land of 6983 sq ft (52' x 134.27') with 4892 sq ft stylish family home, designed by Rafaela and built by WST. Total 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. Main level entertainment-sized living, dining & family room plus a gourmet kitchen and wok kitchen equipped w/ high-end appliances. 4 large ensuite bedrooms upstairs. Lower level with recreation area, home theatre, wine cellar, cigar room and one ensuite bedroom. Built-in smart home system, security system, A/C, HRV and Radiant heating. Beautifully landscaped lot just steps away from Pacific Spirit Park, close to BC top schools: St.George's, Crofton, York House, UBC. Must to See ! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty (Surrey/24) - Aedis Realty
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3692 W 33RD Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale in "D" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2499766
3692 W 33RD Avenue Vancouver V6N 2H5
$6,180,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2499766
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,923 sq. ft.
Situated at West of Dunbar, almost 5000 square feet of luxury on a prime 57' x 130' property. Gorgeous main kitchen as well as a fully equipped Wok kitchen led to outdoor space perfectly for entertainment. Spacious living and dining room just across from the Memorial West Park. The top floor features with three en-suite, and the lower level is amazing with a huge theatre/rec room, wet bar & wine cellar. Built by long-time experiences Westside European builder with many features. Fabulous location just footsteps from tennis court and the community centre, and close to St.George's School and Pacific Spirit Park. Must see! More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Lions Gate Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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