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 
$10,998,000Residential 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 Sunday May 21 from 2PM to 4PM. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty
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4093 W 39TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2767024
4093 W 39TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 3B1
$9,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2767024
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 6,025 sq. ft.
Southern exposure Dunbar West home designed by Architect Loy Leyland, Over 6000 Sqft luxury living space sits on 51.76 x 170.29 sized corner lot. This home offers 6 beds,7.5 baths with the ultimate mix of modern & traditional living. Welcoming grand foyer, high ceilings, open floor plan & walnut hardwood flooring with radiant heating, HRV and A/C throughout. Gourmet kitchen w/island & wok kitchen, top of the line appliances & finishing. Relax in sauna, steam shower, or a top class theatre with wine from the cellar. Park-like garden with fenced yard complete the perfect setting. Top ranking schools nearby including St. George's, Crofton, Point Grey, Lord Byng and South land elementary. A must See! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest 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
$8,280,000Residential 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
$7,998,000Residential 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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4085 W 29TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2773055
4085 W 29TH Avenue Vancouver V6S 1V4
$6,988,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2773055
- 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 a grand entrance opens up to the formal dining & living area which offers ample space for entertaining guests. A gourmet kitchen with top-notch SS appliances, combined with a spacious eating area & family room make it a great living quarter. Top floor comes with 4 generous-size bedroom suites with bay windows/balconies. 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®# R2758573
3877 W 38TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2Y5
$6,899,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2758573
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,096 sq. ft.
This custom built home is situated in the prestigious Dunbar neighborhood of Vancouver West. Finest luxury quality materials and craftsmanship. Large south facing lot with mountain and ocean views. 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and over 4000 square feet of living space. Impeccable European inspired designs for unmatched elegance and presence with grand 11 foot high ceilings. The entire property is surveillance gated for privacy and security. Surrounded by garden beds and beautiful landscaping. It is also conveniently located minutes from UBC, Saint George's and Point Grey. 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®# R2778369
3530 W 34TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2K8
$6,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2778369
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,326 sq. ft.
Dream family home situated on one of the best & 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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3839 W 35TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale in "Dunbar" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2777343
3839 W 35TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2N8
$6,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2777343
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,545 sq. ft.
Once in a while, Something special comes along!! STUNNING, contemporary Architect designed in the Heart of one of Vancouver's most sought after neighborhoods! Exquisite CUSTOM re-design in 2021. Entertainment size principal rooms,"Tucci Gold" F/P. Dream Chef's kitchen, new massive Italian black porcelain island, Trendy modern lighting, Artisan coffee bar, Live Edge Maple all open to the family room! Upper level landing, spacious Primary BR, F/P opens to spa-like ensuite + Laundry room. Total 4 BR/3 baths Up! Lower level features huge Media room, a kid's haven, 2 BR/bath, PLUS 1 BR self-contained guest suite w/full kitchen & W/D. Sunken patio. Beautifully Landscaped, back garden/patio, perfect for summer entertaining. Triple car garage. Top school catchment: Crofton House, St George's, Point Grey, Southlands, UBC! Hike trails @ Pacific Spirit, Shops, Dunbar CC, Lots Golf Courses, Southlands Riding Stables RARE Opportunity! OPEN Sun 2-4, By Private appt CALL ME! THE BEST OF VANCOUVER’S LUXURY WESTSIDE LIVING!! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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4042 W 34TH Avenue in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2767117
4042 W 34TH Avenue Vancouver V6N 2L7
$6,490,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2767117
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,531 sq. ft.
Top Location in Vancouver West side. Luxury custom built home in prestigious DUNBAR neighborhood, few blocks away from St. George's, this 50x130 lot is situated on a very tranquil street of Dunbar. This home with the most functional design exudes luxury and class . There are 5 huge bedrooms and 6 bathroom throughout the home Every detail of this home was meticulously designed and constructed. Features of this home include, radiant heat, air conditioning, a massive kitchen with separate wok kitchen, wine room, media room, entertainment bar and sauna! Easy to show, don't miss out! Open house: MAY 20th (sat) 2-4pm More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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4095 QUESNEL Drive in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2777896
4095 QUESNEL Drive Vancouver V6L 2X4
$6,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2777896
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,924 sq. ft.
A stunning luxury property located in DUNBAR offering an AMAZING PANORAMIC VIEW of its surroundings on a PRIVATE 206sqft ROOFTOP DECK. A true masterpiece that boasts of exceptional design, luxurious finishes, and impeccable attention to detail. Features spacious living areas with high ceilings, large windows, and NATURAL light that creates an open and inviting ambiance. The interior design is a blend of contemporary and traditional styles. The living room features a fireplace that adds warmth and a focal point to the room. Multiple decks and patios for an extended indoor/outdoor living space. The kitchen is a chef's dream come true with top-of-the-line appliances, ample storage, and a large island that offers extra counter space. Book your showing TODAY! Open house: May 27 & 28, 2-4pm. More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
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